Dancing in the Corso

Manly Council

Gordon Gilkes and Vicki Goad leading the crowd at the weekly Dancing in the Corso classes at Manly.

The Dancing in the Corso program was developed by the Events Dept of Manly Council to counter the low patronage of the Corso retailers on Thursday nights and to enliven the atmosphere. A partnership was developed with the North Shore Dance Studio who present hour long classes on salsa, jive, tango, waltz and other dances to the public. Attendees range from seniors to tourists and backpackers. Classes are structured so that newcomers can join at any time and do not feel intimidated by more experienced dancers. Many couples return each week to perfect their techniques. Singles are encouraged and many friendships have developed from the experience. Leading dancers from the studio,such as Gordon Gilkes, are very experienced teachers and have appeared on programs such as Dancing with the Stars. During school holidays groups teaching rap and hip hop have been booked.

  • Cultural Officer

    Michael Hedger ()

  • Award Category

    Programs Projects and Partnerships – Division B

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    • Gordon Gilkes and Vicki Goad leading the crowd at the weekly Dancing in the Corso classes at Manly.

      Gordon Gilkes and Vicki Goad leading the crowd at the weekly Dancing in the Corso classes at Manly.

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