Duke’s Blues 2026 – Classes description
Which courses should you choose? Please read the descriptions below carefully and choose the more suitable ones.
Solo classes build a whole solo track.
Performance track can be booked separately or in addition to solo track or couple track “The Moochers”.
Special topic classes should be booked separately.
Couple blues classes with Ioanna & Alex
‘The Shimmies’ — inspired by the shimmy, a classic Blues and jazz movement that celebrates rhythm, pulse, and expressive energy — is a track for dancers ready to unlock their groove and level up their confidence on the floor. This track is your gateway into the rich world of Blues.
If you’re eager to refine your rhythm, deepen your partner connection, and build a rock-solid foundation in Blues technique, you’ll feel right at home here. You’ll dive into expressive movement, playful exploration, and skills that help you shape your own authentic style — all while strengthening how you move with a partner.
Designed for dancers who practice regularly, hit social dance nights often, and feel comfortable with the basics of Blues, this track suits both first-time festival dancers and those who have attended a few already. If you’re looking to work further on your technique, broaden your rhythmic toolkit, and grow in connection, creativity, and confidence, this track is calling your name.
Party pass included.
You can give your experience in this track an extra boost by adding one or more special classes on Friday and Sunday to get your individual style & groovin ‘ to a deeper level!!
– Special topic classes (get 10% discount)
‘The Moochers’ — named after the Mooch, a classic early blues dance rooted in close connection, grounded movement, and musical subtlety — is a track for dancers itching to kick their Blues game up a notch. This track is your playground to dive deeper into partnership dynamics, stretch your creativity, and explore Blues movement with extra flavor.
You’ll tangle with trickier, juicy rhythms, well-adapted technique, and movement quality that makes every step feel intentional. If you’re seeking a multi-layered, more textured dance-floor experience, this track is calling you in.
Perfect for dancers who’ve been around the Blues block a few times — the ones who hit socials, hop between festivals, feel at home improvising, play with musicality, and are ready to push their skills further. If you’re eager to become a fuller Blues dancer by combining multiple layers of musicality, technique, connection, and creativity, you’ll thrive here.
Party pass included.
You can top up this track with special classes on Friday or Sunday, or even combine it with the Performance class on Saturday morning to give an extra shine to your bluesy experience!
You can top up this track also with one or the other following classes to dive more deep into the blues :
– Showtime! choreo class (get 40% discount)
– Special topic classes (get 10% discount)
Solo Blues Classes with Lucía
Solo Groovers
Dive into the soulful world of solo Blues with Lucia, where expression takes center stage and your individuality comes to shine. This track is ideal for dancers who already know the basics or come from other styles and are curious to explore the Blues vibe.
You’ll get hands-on with the essentials: grounded movement, playful improvisation, rich musicality, and iconic solo steps that shaped the history of Blues. Each class is designed to help you carve out your own style, tune into the music more deeply, and let your personality flow through every groove.
(Note: Some dance experience required; not for absolute beginners.)
You can top up this track with special classes on Friday or Sunday, or even combine it with the Performance class.
Performance Class / “Show time” – Choreo Class Part 1&2 (2 classes, total of 2.5 hrs):
Step into the spotlight with our Performance Class — the place where dancers can take centre stage! You’ll dive into a bold, expressive Blues choreography that boosts both your technique and your stage swagger. Along the way, you’ll polish your movement, grow your confidence, and collaborate with your fellow dancers to bring a one‑of‑a‑kind piece to life. And the best part: you’ll get to show it off in a live performance at the Saturday night party, where all your hard work and joy hit the floor !
Open to experienced blues dancers ready to challenge themselves and share the joy of Blues with an enthusiastic crowd.
Note: Only Saturday party entrance is included
You can top up this track with special classes on Friday or Sunday, or even combine it with the solo track “Solo Groovers” or the couple track “The Moochers”.
SPECIAL TOPIC Classes
These classes are not included into tracks and should be booked separately
Due to room availability **LIMITED SPOTS!** for these classes
Friday – Sound & Movement – with Modestine: Singing/dancing alone allows for a deep dive into self-discovery. But when we dance/sing together, connection happens, and we can reach the mountain’s peak. Why do we combine these two disciplines? Music awakens the cellular memories of our body, while dance is energetic health.
Led by Modestine Ekete, a recognized multidisciplinary artist, she offers an immersion in an ancestral art where layered melodies create a profound connection among participants, awakening trans-generational cellular memories. This meditative singing, accompanied by gentle movements, harmonizes the breath and generates vibrant emotional energy, accessible to all ages and levels.
Modestine Ekete’s goal is to share her experience and resources as a teacher and trainer in singing and dance, offering moments of radiant singing without frustration. For her, each encounter is also an opportunity to learn more about herself through the participants.
Sunday – SURPRISE – with Lucia: For this last class of the weekend, how about a relaxing, yet playful and fun class to round up this Blues festival, connecting with your fellow dancers. Enjoying the moment, let yourself go with the flow, and embrace the kind and soulful way Lucìa is guiding you through this class. Stepping aside from performance and technique, we can take a moment to create a space to BE and CONNECT.
**Party pass not included, classes are booked individually.**
**These special classes are open level, however not targeted at absolute beginners.**
Here a summary of our offer
Schedule
Locations info
**Altrimenti** : venue for the Friday special topic class and Friday party.
5, avenue Marie-Thérèse L-2132 Luxembourg-City
Although you can pay by card at the venue, we advise you to bring some cash also.
Closest stations : Bus – Rheinsheim, Wampach, Monterey ; Tram – Hamilius
**Rotondes – :Buvette**: venue for Saturday Party (incl Beginner+ Class starting at 19h30).
3 place de Rotondes, L-2448 Luxembourg-Gare
Closest stations : Bus – Gare Rocade, Lux Gare, Wallis; Tram – Luxembourg Gare
**Drescherhaus**: venue for Solo track, Sunday special class and Sunday closing party
26a Rue du Château, 1329 Dommeldange-Luxembourg
Closest stations: Bus – Sidney Thomas, Van der Meulen; Train – Dommeldange
**Bonnevoie Gym Hall** : venue for all couple track classes.
6, rue Jean-Baptiste Gellé, L-1620 Luxembourg-Bonnevoie
Closest stations : Bus – Leon XIII ; Tram – Leschte Steiwer
Access the building from 26, rue Pierre Krier, through the entrance gate by the music school.
Please use the side entrance door with a sign ‘Lasep’.
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