dance for two
Couple dancing, slow dancing, dancing together?
I don't work with couple dancing as is usual in dance schools. Get to know my dance concept for couples:
No fixed dance partners
You will train with different partners. You don't need to bring anyone with you. If you only want to dance with one person, please bring them with you.
Safe physical proximity
Physical proximity and sensual movements serve to create a sense of well-being and individual development. For me, the dance floor is a safe space for physical expression and is not used to find a partner.
Leading and following regardless of gender
I mainly teach according to the ELEF principle: Everybody leads, everybody follows. This means that all participants learn experiences and skills in the area of leading and following. Depending on what is on offer, you can then take on the role that suits you best. A good leader also listens and a good follower also has their own voice.
Comfortable clothing and body
Dress as smartly or casually as you like. Movement-friendly clothing and thin soles allow you maximum freedom and connection. Avoiding intrusive smells (bad breath, sweat, strong perfume) is a big plus when it comes to physical proximity.
Intuitive learning instead of choreographies and counting beats
I convey a dance connection to you, to the music and to other people. In addition to physical techniques, it is about qualities such as body tension and relaxation, grounding and expression. Dancing together is like a good conversation and every movement is a word.
Inclusive Sensitivity
I offer a relaxed and resource-oriented learning experience. Due to my open teaching concept, the courses are also largely suitable for people who have physical limitations (MS, ME/CFS, post Covid/Vac) and are generally not impaired in their mobility.
Would you like to know more?
weekend offers
SlowDance Experience
Feed your soul!
October 3-5, 2025
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Welcome!
Spend four relaxing days with a small group in the countryside, including overnight accommodation and full board! This long weekend gives you the opportunity to connect with yourself, the music, and with your partner. Away from the routine of everyday life, we dance and relax in a beautiful seminar house in nature - just an hour away from Cologne and Bonn.
Mindful SlowDance
A healing and relaxed dance is like a good conversation: with yourself and as a couple. This weekend, you can experience an intensive encounter with yourself and your fellow dancers, especially in a couples dance. Consent and mindfulness are very important at this event. Check out the information about my couples dance concept. Experience in West Coast Swing, Tango, Contact Improvisation, Fusion or Blues dance (couples dance) is a good fit for this weekend, but is not a prerequisite. The lesson content is dedicated to fusion dance and Afro-American blues dance and is also suitable for beginners. Registration is possible without a dance partner.
This weekend, blues and slow dance music will move you with their diverse expression of feelings: from emotional pain and longing to sensuality and joy of life - you can get in touch with what resonates with your body and soul. We offer you a safe dance floor for this.
Deep relaxation With practices from body and dance therapy as well as yoga, we create a space for you in which you can relax. For this we use the beautiful dance room with wooden floor, the garden and the surrounding nature. Autumn with its slightly cooler air and colorful leaves invite you to take a deep breath. Each day is designed so that you can first come into contact with your body and your needs. There is the option of choosing offers with a focus on more energy or more relaxation and self-discovery. In the afternoon there is a dance encounter in pairs and in a group. Before going to bed, there is the opportunity to check in with you again and relax. Our cook Matti spoils us with wonderful vegetarian meals and fruit. We offer you a safe place to retreat from everyday life.
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You have no experience with blues, fusion or slow dance?
There are some videos on my homepage, Facebook page and Instagram. You can get into the mood musically with the following playlists:
Program
A full-day retreat program awaits you with a full-day offer: in nature and indoors, alone, with music, as a couple and in a group. High-quality dance lessons and relaxation offers alternate. This program is worth €190.
Accommodation
The following accommodations are available:
Food
High-quality vegan and vegetarian full board is included. Our cook Matti uses mainly seasonal organic ingredients. The catering package is worth €130.
Prices
All inklusive!
Team
Friederike Reif
Directions
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Inclusion & Accessibility
I have questionsThis weekend is also suitable for people who are visually impaired or physically challenged (Post Covid/Vac, MS, ME/CFS, etc.) but are generally mobile:
Event regulations
By registering, you agree to these event regulations:
Blues Dance Cologne/Bonn
This calendar provides an overview of blues dance events within a radius of max. 200 kilometers around Cologne and Bonn. The focus is on regional events. Events can be submitted by email to kontakt@tanzbildung.info with the following information:
- Name,
- date and time,
- Location,
- content and dance level,
- Teachers/organizers and
- a link or email address to register for further information.
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