Learn from the best!
In addition to the open workshops included with the weekend pass, we also offer these amazing “add-ons”: Special Workshops and Intensives. Something for everyone!
2025 INFO TBA!
Convention "KICK OFF":
WORKSHOP w/ Skylar Pritchard & Ryan Boz
- PLus -the "Just for Fun" J&J"
Thursday July 4 Starting @ 7:00pm
Paradise Ballroom
Kick off your P4J event weekend with a workshop, social dancing and a “Just for Fun” J&J contest.
Masters: Join Host Sharon Valk at the Masters’ Meet & Greet @6pm at the Manor House.
Thursday Night Kick-Off activities are included for
full weekend passholders.
For our Thursday evening guests without a weekend pass, we have a la carte pricing:
Dance & Workshop for GPSDC Members = $10
Dance & Workshop for Non-Members = $15
Dance Only for GPSDC Members = $7
Dance Only for Non-Members = $10
NEWCOMER/NOVICE "SPECIAL WORKSHOP" with Jesse lopez & Ariel peck
Thursday July 4 – 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Arizona Ballroom
Fee: $10
Body Language Curriculum and the Phoenix 4th of July present a specialty 3 hour workshop for newcomer and novice dancers looking to advance their conversations in swing.
This powerful education roadmap takes dancers through the stages of language learning and helps define clear steps to develop one’s dance ability.
Dancers will gain confidence by:
– building a stronger foundation of Individual Body Mechanics for West Coast Swing
– practicing physical communication skills
– learning the secrets of social dance success
With a welcoming environment focused on teamwork, progress, and a fun social experience, this workshop is perfect for making new friends and learning new skills! Come join Jesse Lopez and Ariel Peck on this awesome exploration through the Kinetic Body Language of West Coast Swing.
After the workshop, join the social dancers in the main ballroom to
practice what you learned (includes viewing area fireworks from the patio!)
Want to come back to social dance Friday or Saturday night? If you don’t already have a weekend pass, you can buy individual evening passes for just $10 each night.
ROBERT ROYSTON
2 HOUR INTENSIVE - TOPIC TBA
Friday July 5 – 11:00am – 1:00pm
Arizona Ballroom
Fee: $50 by June 15
$60 after June 15
Benji Schwimmer
2 HOUR INTENSIVE - The Finishing Touches
Friday July 5 – 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Arizona Ballroom
Fee: $50 by June 15
$60 after June 15
HUGO MIGUEZ & STACY KAY
2 HOUR INTENSIVE - Competition Crushin' Edition!
Saturday July 6 11:00am-1:00pm
Arizona Ballroom
Fee: $50 by June 15
$60 after June 15
We are here to turbocharge your competition performance!
We are talking about getting some good short-term dance memory that will have you ready for your competition at lightning speed. Get ready to level up your swing with killer drills, adaptable moves, mind-blowing connections, groovy musicality, and dynamic drills that’ll make your head spin (in a good way).
Whether you’re a dance floor diva or a competition newbie, this intensive is your secret weapon to mastering your most confident self and unleashing your creative genius. So, don’t miss out on fine-tuning your skills, boosting your confidence, and snatching that sweet victory. It’s time to bring your A-game, leave your competitors in the dust, and unleash your dance wizardry like never before!
Gary Mcintyre & susan kirklin
2 HOUR INTENSIVE - styling & footwork under pressure
Sunday Morning July 2
9:30am-11:30pm
Arizona Ballroom
$50 by June 15
$60 after June 15
COUNTRY BOOT CAMP
7 COUNTRY DANCE WORKSHOPS, SWING COMPETITION & EVENING DANCE PARTY – Arizona Ballroom
- Saturday July 6th- Afternoon + Evening
- Country Workshops start @ 1:00pm.
- Country Swing Strictly Competition starts @ 6:00pm.
- Country Dance party starts @ 7:30pm.
- Country AWARDS start at 9:00pm.
“Country Bundle”: Includes ANY 5 workshops + Evening Country Dance party admission.
$75 for non-passholders
$50 for event passholders
-OR-
$20 per individual workshop.
$15 for Evening Dance party admission only – for non-passholders.
Competition Entry Fee: $25 per couple.
Cash Awards plus Belt Buckle for 1st place!!
Cash Awards plus Belt Buckle for 1st place!!
Don't forget to check out the "FREE" WORKSHOPS included in your weekend pass, in addition to these amazing premium intensives, ALL WEEKEND LONG!
Check the schedule for all workshops included with your pass.
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