What we’re about
Under re-organization as of 5/13/2022. Stay tuned for more details * updates. I'm looking forward to a fun and BUSY Steppers Summer!
Confidence is gained on the dancefloor. Participate in this Meetup and you will gain the confidence to Step with anyone.
COVID UPDATE 2021+: We take SAFETY seriously and it is our #1 priority. Masks are required for each event, Sanitizer is provided and we social distance while seated.
BI Steppers is the original & premier Steppers club in Chicagoland where you dance, party with adults, relax and make friends.
SKILL LEVEL: Newbies are welcome and encouraged. Anyone, regardless of Chicago style steppin' skill level is welcome to learn & have fun with us.
LESSONS: Need lessons? We host lessons, workshops and pre-event mini-lessons with renowned master Instructors. You get the good stuff here.
LOCATION: We travel South, West, suburbs, Indiana + out of state.
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
YOU WILL HAVE FUN with us and let yourself go!
We will throw you into the deep end and your dance will progress naturally.
You will not be allowed to just sit down and "watch." We all learn together.
Organizers and "Steppin Buddies" are here to help you and are part of your journey into mastery. We help each other.
You will get a good workout and see yourself improve over time.
You do not have to be advanced to be part of our group or to participate in the Meetup ............nor should you expect to advance overnight. Steppin' is a lifestyle.
We are VERY beginner friendly, non-clique and only work with Instructors who are patient, kind and friendly.
TO GET THE BEST EXPERIENCE:
1 Come to class. Be consistent. Ask questions and practice with the Instructor. Attend class 2x per month.
1a Don't give up. Even if you feel you messed up in class, you are still getting better. Give it time.
2 Read the new Member Orientation Page so you know what we expect. This may be updated from time to time.
3 Make it a Commitment to Learn. Make it Fun. Let go of the Pressure.
4 Participate! Let us know your opinions.
5 Take the Leap. Come out even if you're a beginner so you can see us in person.
6 Expect Success.
6a Allow mistakes. It is part of the process. You will progress naturally and will never be made to feel bad.
Before you know it.....You will transform from a beginner to improved to better to the master stepper you used to envy.
Come perfect your dance with us.