DATES
Thursdays — July 9, 16, 23 & 30

TIME
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

LOCATION
Manhattan, NYC (registered participants will receive an email 2 days before the workshop)

A 4-week progressive training series designed for dancers who want to deepen their connection, musicality, responsiveness, and confidence in partner dancing.

Rooted in both New Style Hustle and New York Hustle, this series focuses on the skills that create meaningful social dancing: communication, timing, partner awareness, musical interpretation, and authentic connection.

Rather than memorizing patterns, dancers will learn how to make better choices in real time, respond more naturally to their partners, and develop greater comfort and confidence on the social floor.

Topics include:
• Connection & Partner Communication
• Musicality & Timing
• Responsiveness & Lead/Follow Awareness
• Style & Self-Expression
• Social Dance Confidence
• Real-Time Pattern Choices
• Building Consistency Through Practice

This is an intentionally small group experience designed to foster growth, community, and individualized attention throughout the month.

ABOUT AMANDA SPILINGA

Amanda Spilinga is a performer, choreographer, educator, and founder of Alternative Synergy The Company in New York City.

With over 15 years of experience in the Hustle community, Amanda has trained, performed, taught, competed, and mentored dancers throughout the New York social dance scene. Her approach draws from both New Style Hustle and New York Hustle traditions, blending technical training with musicality, connection, communication, and authentic expression.

Recognized as one of the pioneering women of New Style Hustle, Amanda has performed on national television, appeared in major productions, and taught hundreds of dancers ranging from complete beginners to experienced social dancers and performers.

Her classes focus on the elements that make partner dancing meaningful and transformative: connection, responsiveness, musical interpretation, confidence, presence, and trust. Rather than emphasizing memorized patterns alone, Amanda helps dancers develop the skills necessary to communicate naturally through movement and build genuine connection with their partners.

Known for creating supportive and welcoming environments, Amanda’s training programs emphasize consistency, community, and real growth—allowing dancers to deepen both their technique and their confidence on the social floor.


PRICING

Early Bird Registration: $180
Available June 8 – June 19

Regular Registration: $220
Beginning June 20

Limited spots available.