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22/05/2026

💥This Sunday May 24th at 10 am Pacific! Join DeAnna for a LIVE Deep dive on the Double Back.

A member exclusive event, log in to your FcbdU account then join the workshop here: https://courses.fcbdu.com/p/doublebackdeepdive

20/05/2026

“In a world determined to divide us, a dance form that unites people across language, location, background, and belief is not just an art form. It is an act of rebellion.”

This week’s newsletter is personal and it’s a call to resist the temptation of division and judgement.

Check your inbox, or grab the link in bio to subscribe. 💛

05/05/2026

⭐️ We had a great session with Carolena and some of our members tuning up our zils and learning amazing tips from her!

Did you know we have over 30 hours of her invaluable tips, stories and in depth discussions that are available only to our members?

Log in and access any of our recorded sessions here: https://courses.fcbdu.com/p/askcarolena

Not a member yet? Sign up today 👉🏽 FcbdU.com

⭐️ LIVE Layer by Layer: The DoubleBack Deep DiveMEMBER EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL EVENT: LIVE WORKSHOP WITH DEANNA!The DoubleBack...
02/05/2026

⭐️ LIVE Layer by Layer: The DoubleBack Deep Dive

MEMBER EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL EVENT: LIVE WORKSHOP WITH DEANNA!

The DoubleBack has a reputation. Ask any FCBD®️ Style dancer which step makes them nervous and chances are, this is the one. But what if the DoubleBack could become your new favorite step?

In this workshop, she’s tackling the DoubleBack head-on with the kind of detailed, picky technique breakdown that leaves no question unanswered. You’ll learn how to cue it correctly, nail the timing of the half turn, and finally add in the military zil pattern with confidence. The secret is in the contrast: sharp, powerful hip movements paired with soft, flowing arms, all while staying in your dance angle the entire time. And when you get those hips twisting all the way into that left corner? That’s the moment everything clicks.

SAVE THE DATE 📅: Sunday May 24th at 10 am Pacific

**NOTE: This workshop will be LIVE for FCBDU.com members. The recording will be added to our course library and will be available for purchase for non-members on June 1st.

🔸What would YOU respond❓DROP YOUR ANSWERS IN THE COMMENTS 👇
01/05/2026

🔸What would YOU respond❓DROP YOUR ANSWERS IN THE COMMENTS 👇

29/04/2026

🔥 This Advanced Level class is the Ultimate Zil Challenge! Virginia brings everything together by assigning a specific zil pattern to each of the four fast movements, then practicing the full combination across multiple songs at increasing tempos.

Mistakes are welcome here — this is your practice space. Keep coming back, keep layering, and trust that every repetition is building your musicianship.

Take the new class here: https://courses.fcbdu.com/courses/zilszilszils/lectures/65360518

⭐️ Note: It’s recommended to complete Parts 1–3 before taking this class.

24/04/2026

🎶 JOIN our Special Session with Mama C for FcbdU Members: Bring your zils, polishing cloth, and fresh elastic!

We’ll meet via Zoom for a special community craft session and chat with Carolena! Bring your zils, bring your questions!

On SUNDAY APRIL 26th at 10 am Pacific

Log in to your FcbdU account and JOIN THE SESSION: https://courses.fcbdu.com/courses/askcarolena/lectures/38755075

🎶 Three instructors, three countries, one message: you can do this, and the path forward is patience, layers, and a will...
24/04/2026

🎶 Three instructors, three countries, one message: you can do this, and the path forward is patience, layers, and a willingness to mess up while you figure it out.

If zils feel overwhelming right now, the answer is in your hands, literally. Start smaller. Go slower. And keep reading, because three of our own Certified Studio Instructors have something to say directly to you.

Jacquelyn .wostenberg , Certified Studio in Oregon shared a tip I especially love (see image)

Julia Stoiber , Certified Studio in Austria keeping it real (see image)

And Silvia an ATT Graduate and FCCE Intern, offers a brilliant strategy for the overwhelm (see image)

🥰 An important note to FCBD®️Certified Studios: if you are struggling to motivate, teach, and inspire your students to want to play their zils, please reach out for help. If not to Carolena or me, then to any other Advanced instructor.

Or better yet, let’s discuss it as a community in our next quarterly Certified Studio meetup.

💅 A Special Session with Mama C for FcbdU Members: This month we invite you to bring your zils, polishing cloth, and fre...
23/04/2026

💅 A Special Session with Mama C for FcbdU Members: This month we invite you to bring your zils, polishing cloth, and fresh elastic!

We’ll meet via Zoom for a special community craft session and chat with Carolena! Bring your zils, bring your questions!

On SUNDAY APRIL 26th at 10 am Pacific

Save it to your calendar and join in this cozy, crafty event.

Not a FcbdU Member yet? Become one today: fcbdu.com

23/04/2026

🔥 NEW CLASS ALERT: This week, Virginia introduces the three-five-five zil pattern, a rhythm not found in FCBD® Style, and that’s exactly what makes it valuable.

Working outside the familiar patterns deepens your musicality and sharpens your ability to separate your footwork from your playing, which is one of those skills that quietly transforms everything once it clicks.

Access this new class: https://courses.fcbdu.com/p/zilszilszils

Full series included with your fcbdU Membership or also available for purchase at only $35 USD with lifetime access.

22/04/2026

🎉 EXCITING NEWS: Announcing the NEW Global Events Calendar!

VISIT: FcbdU.com/events

Stay tuned for how to add your event in it and how to add any event into your personal calendar.

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