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Thursday 7 Aug, 2025
Hold the Pose: Poise and Posture in the Viennese Waltz
Host Markus Gyger
"Dance," they say, "is a vertical expression of a horizontal desire." Are you ready to "waltz" through the complexities of proper dance posture? In this workshop, we'll dive into mastering the elegant stance of the Viennese Waltz. I promise, this will be an 'upright touching' experience. In this Workshop you will learn how to maintain an upright yet relaxed posture, lead and follow effectively, and glide effortlessly across the dance floor. This session is tailored for both beginners eager to learn the basics and advanced dancers looking to refine their technique. In dancing Viennese Walz, each move is a debate between gravity and grace, making every stance a testament to poise and connection. Don’t miss this chance to turn the theoretical into the theatrical. Join us on the dance floor!
About Dr. Markus Gyger
Holding a PhD in Biophysics, working as communication trainer and now giving a workshop on a standard dance? Just typical for a Mensa member, isn't it? Markus began his dance journey in 1993, spending several years in dance school as a teenager and later competing in standard dance tournaments. Nowadays, he primarily enjoys salsa and bachata. For Markus, the essence of dancing boils down to one simple rule: it must be fun — but please, for everyone involved.
No. of Participants: 15 x leading 15 x following
This activity will take place on the first floor of the Centre for Student Life, Room 1.26 / 1.27
"Dance," they say, "is a vertical expression of a horizontal desire." Are you ready to "waltz" through the complexities of proper dance posture? In this workshop, we'll dive into mastering the elegant stance of the Viennese Waltz. I promise, this will be an 'upright touching' experience. In this Workshop you will learn how to maintain an upright yet relaxed posture, lead and follow effectively, and glide effortlessly across the dance floor. This session is tailored for both beginners eager to learn the basics and advanced dancers looking to refine their technique. In dancing Viennese Walz, each move is a debate between gravity and grace, making every stance a testament to poise and connection. Don’t miss this chance to turn the theoretical into the theatrical. Join us on the dance floor!
About Dr. Markus Gyger
Holding a PhD in Biophysics, working as communication trainer and now giving a workshop on a standard dance? Just typical for a Mensa member, isn't it? Markus began his dance journey in 1993, spending several years in dance school as a teenager and later competing in standard dance tournaments. Nowadays, he primarily enjoys salsa and bachata. For Markus, the essence of dancing boils down to one simple rule: it must be fun — but please, for everyone involved.
No. of Participants: 15 x leading 15 x following
This activity will take place on the first floor of the Centre for Student Life, Room 1.26 / 1.27
