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LEARN, LOVE, STEP CHICAGO-STYLE
When I first saw Chicago Stepping (Chicago Steppin’) I wanted to learn too. After my first stepping class in 2011 in Virginia, I fell in love with the dance. In 2012 I started to travel to learn more and dance in other cities and Chicago. I met many people and learned so much from them. Livingthe8count is my travel blog about Chicago Stepping – the lifestyle and the people. You can learn to step too. Come on! Let’s dance! Remember to subscribe to get the latest blog posts by email.
From the Blog
Travel stories since 2016 about Stepping and the people, experiences on the dance floor, etiquette, history, and the lessons from the dance floor and conversations. Moreover, expressing the rich culture of Stepping centered on the people, the music, and fashion. Ultimately, I write so readers can enjoy and connect with some of the best moments I have had dancing in other cities with Chicago Steppers.
- Spotlight on Women’s History Month. Influential Women In My Stepping Journey
- Dream, Plan, Do – Chicago Stepping Gone to Ghana
- Stepper Contests and Feature on Champions of the Dance Floor
- Cultivating Confidence and Trust in Stepping After the Fall
- How Steppers Might View the Success of The Heritage Ball 2024
- Getting Ready for the Heritage Ball Homecoming in Atlanta
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- Steppers Music
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COVID INFORMATION
Find out how Chicago steppers responded to the COVID pandemic here.
CONTEST SEASON
Prelim dates and locations, rules and news, and updates for the WLSC. The latest on contest season.
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