This year’s workshop is a refined version of last year’s. We’ll explore how to build choreography from the ground up, develop or clarify your personal movement style, finding shapes and movement that feel and look good on your body, create smoother transitions and flow, and deepen your understanding of musicality and performance. The goal is to give you practical tools while also creating space to explore, experiment, and grow as a mover.

This workshop is open to students from levels 101–404. It’s a mixed-level workshop, with much of the time dedicated to personal exploration at your own level. I’ll provide prompts and creative direction to guide our weekly focus, while moving around the room to offer individual guidance and feedback. You’re encouraged to work at a pace and level that feels right for you. Heels are welcome.

About Lydia:

Lydia has been teaching pole for nearly 8 years, with a focus on pole choreography for the past 4. She’s been choreographing since childhood, with formal training in dance, a degree in music, and professional performance experience. Her work sits at the intersection of movement, musicality, and performance, focusing on the small choices that elevate choreography and help dancers find movement that feels both expressive and authentic.

Date: Saturdays February 14, 21, 28, March 7
Time: 4-6pm
Level: Pole 101-404
Location: Gastown Studio
Cost: $236+GST (early bird $20 off until February 7)

Register now under the Gastown location > “Courses and Workshops” category!