Beginning Gumboot Dance- Stagwa

Teacher: Ted Wright

Age Levels: Any age

Skill Levels: Introductory/Beginner, Advanced Beginner

Topics: Dance

Audio recording allowed. Video recording allowed.

Cost: $28

Gumboot dancing originated in the mines and dockyards of South Africa, where workers entertained themselves with the only things available to them: their voices, hands, and rubber work boots (gumboots). This dynamic and powerful dance style consists of rhythmic slaps, claps, stomping and singing. Workshop participants will learn a dance called Stagwa, brought to Canada by Themba Kunene.

Student Materials

Bring your Gumboots.

Session	Location	Length
Session 4 (Sat 9:30 AM)	McNary Main Lounge	2 hours

Workshop Enrollment

Current Students	Workshop Spaces	Remaining Space
20	25	5
Percent Full
80%