The Animals - The House of the Rising Sun

Step into a soulful, grounded choreography journey with Irina Zenitova, designed especially for beginners who want to move with intention and grace. In this 21-minute session, you’ll learn a full-floorwork sequence inspired by the haunting beauty of The Animals’ “The House of the Rising Sun”—its slow build and dramatic phrasing guiding your transitions, weight shifts, and controlled rolls. You’ll practice foundational floorwork elements like spinal articulation, hip-led undulations, controlled descents, and expressive upper-body gestures—all broken down clearly and repeated with supportive cues so you feel confident, not overwhelmed. Irina’s warm, encouraging teaching style meets you where you are, emphasizing flow over perfection and helping you connect breath, emotion, and movement in a way that feels both powerful and personal. Whether you’re new to dance or returning after time away, this class invites you to explore strength, vulnerability, and musicality—on the floor, at your own pace, and with heart.