What is Trekdancing?
Trekdancing is an innovative, exhilarating sport that merges walking and dancing through choreographed movements that continuously move the body forward. It is a form of exercise that is designed to be performed in outdoor spaces with a group of people or by yourself. Simply put… Trekdancing is an amazing mobile dance party! Visit http://www.trekdancing.com for more information!
What is StrutSauce
StrutSauce is the name of our trekdancing program based in Brevard County, Florida. We launched StrutSauce as our platform to share trekdancing with the world! Through StrutSauce you can find a variety of creative videos of choreographed trekdance routines that are designed to help you learn each step one stride at a time. StrutSauce is where you will also find your community of trekdancers! You will be able to engage with other members virtually while you are watching and learning the trekdance routines, as well as the siblings, friends, and colleagues you invite along this journey!
Where can I Trekdance?
Almost anywhere! Wherever you can walk or run safely and legally, you can trekdance. We find community parks where there are smooth, wide sidewalks or school tracks are ideal. However, trekdance mobile dance parties can occur within your local neighborhoods, on the beach, through pastures, on trails, over bridges, and spontaneously in malls! Let the music inspire you to move your body and share your joy for trekdancing within YOUR community!
What is included in my membership?
So many things! Your StrutSauce membership includes:
On-Demand Video Library: Your membership allows you access to our collection of On-Demand videos. Each trekdance routine includes three videos: filmed in their entirety from the front view, the back view, and the instructive breakdown . The third Instructional Breakdown video teaches the trekdance routine slowly, step by step in bite-sized pieces. Every month we release two new trekdance routines, each with the three views we just explained. The library is always being updated with fresh, exciting material!
The StrutSauce App: Access our platform through your phone! Our App and your favorite trekdance videos go where you go! Available for both Apple and Android phones! ALWAYS join through our website first for the best subscription pricing and then download the app afterward for free! Click here to download from the Google Play store. Click here to download from the Apple store.
The Vibes Music App: The Vibes Music App is where you will find our music playlists. You will have access to music playlists we’ve designed around trekdance routines from our video library. Hit play and trekdance! ALSO, we offer a favorite feature of trekdancers everywhere – an innovative audio learning tool we call our “voiceovers!” You can opt to listen to the playlists with our voiceover instructions layered over the music tracks. Once you have watched the instructional videos and learned the trekdance routines, the voiceovers allow you to perform the trekdance routines by just listening with headphones without video because of the sprinkling of audio cues over the song to help keep you on track!
For example, when you hear the song, you will also hear the audio cue of “Right leg first, 2 steps 5/6/7/8, now left leg. Slide right, raise your arms. You got it!” The voiceover tracks simulate what an instructor would say during a live class.
The audio tracks support your learning curve as you begin to memorize the trekdance routines. Once you are able to execute the routines, you can then elect to listen to a playlist without the voiceovers, trekdancing in saucy fashion to the music all on your own.
StrutSauce Nation: Join the Revolution and meet other Trekdancers! Take this journey with us and be a part of this exciting new fitness program! Stay updated on events, additions and developments.
How do I sign up for a membership?
Find any button on our website that states: “Get Started Here” or “Start Trekdancing Today!” You’ll be prompted to create a username and password, pay for your monthly membership with a credit card and then you’ll have immediate access to our on-demand virtual library of trekdances, as well as the new routines we add regularly!
What is the fee for a membership?
Our current membership fee is only $34.99 per month. That is a $70 value, discounted to $34.99!
Do you ever offer discounts?
Yes! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Tiktok to be the first to know about promotional codes we’ll offer periodically for special discounts on memberships.
How do I cancel my membership?
You can cancel your membership by emailing info@strutsauce.com with “cancel subscription” in the subject line. Your membership will be cancelled in the month following your request for cancellation.
How do I learn to trekdance?
We got you!
Our membership includes instructional videos that breakdown exactly how to move your body and execute steps. Watch the videos we tell you to on the new member page. Watch them again if needed, until they make sense. Recruit your besties to learn with you — you know that friend who is always down for an adventure or always makes things easier to understand! Reach out to other StrutSauce Nation members for support and encouragement. You’re at the front-end of a wave – something completely new! Don’t be afraid of this – let it excite you as the pioneer you are!
Since trekdancing moves mostly forward, you can walk along during parts of the choreography you don’t yet know or if you need a breather. When you are just learning, you can decide to only trekdance the chorus and walk the rest of the song – you are the boss! Sprinkle in more choreography over time and you’ll be trekdancing to an entire song before you realize it!
What equipment do I need to trekdance?
Comfortable fitness clothing. We highly recommend leggings with pockets! A good pair of running/walking sneakers compatible with a variety of terrain. Cell phone to play your music and earphones/ear buds to pair with your phone. Water/hydration! Optional: Fitness watch (apple/fit bit). See our video about best practices for more information.
How long does it take to learn a trekdance routine?
That depends! Whether we have experience dancing recreationally with our spouses, homies, or in a class, each of us has a certain level of comfort moving our bodies, especially to music.
If you’ve walked for exercise and are new to dancing, but have always aspired to add more dance to your life, we’ve cleared a path specifically for you to join us! We have trekdances for beginners, intermediate and advanced levels – and every single routine includes a step-by-step breakdown video that you can watch as many times as you please! Connect with other members who are learning the same trekances as you and encourage each other! Invite your besties to join and learn to trekdance to your favorite songs together! And listen – if you miss a step or two, just keep walking! The forward movement of trekdancing is your friend!
If you already *love* to dance, routinely rock it out while doing chores around the house and let loose at the grocery store, or have a background in dance, you can choose to skip the instructional videos altogether and go straight to the front or back views for the high-speed learning experience! All of our playlists are available on the Vibes Music app without our voiceovers so you can trekdance without cues for the ultimate challenge.
Do I need a dance background to trekdance?
Nope. Trekdancing is for everyone who wants to move their bodies to music in a coordinated fashion. We’ve designed our program to accommodate all experience levels, from those who are completely new to dancing, to those with a dance background. We want everyone, from all backgrounds, to trekdance!
What if I try but still cannot learn a trekdance routine?
With everything in life, it takes practice. Solo trekdancing is a blast! Some of us learn well on our own and prefer independent practice. If you are trying alone but struggling a bit, we suggest inviting a friend/neighbor/family member to learn so you can jam along together. Reach out to the StrutSauce Nation community for support! It makes it more fun and you can help one another. Trekdancing is not about perfection… it is about the joy of moving our bodies to music, together. Feel the joy of moving your body in exciting ways. Follow the choreographed movements when you can, and just walk to the parts you find more challenging. You’ll get there!
Where are in-person classes offered?
Our in person classes are currently being offered in Brevard County, Florida. If you live in this area and elect to be on our email list, we will send you locations and times of classes.
StrutSauce is a new program and we anticipate viral interest. We do plan to expand so if you are interested in bringing StrutSauce to your area, please let us know under the “Teach” tab or email us at: Info@StrutSauce.com.
How do I become an instructor?
Our in person classes are currently being offered in Brevard County, Florida. If you live in this area and elect to be on our email list, we will send you locations and times of classes.
StrutSauce is a new program and we anticipate viral interest. We do plan to expand so if you are interested in bringing StrutSauce to your area, please let us know under the “Teach” tab or email us at: Info@StrutSauce.com.
Where do I get the music to trekdance?
Our inaugural membership includes an exclusive membership to The Music Vibes App. We use music available on Vibes Music app to choreograph our trekdance routines. Vibes also hosts our playlists and our very important voiceovers. This is a valuable tool to bridge the gap between watching our instructional videos and trying to trekdance yourself in the wild, without looking at the video. This is also the tool you’ll use once you’ve mastered your favorite trekdances to either jam to one of our playlists or make your own!
Can I use another music provider instead of the Vibes Music App?
We’ve choreographed trekdances to popular songs by your favorite artists. However, the exact version of the song we’re using from the Vibes Music App may differ from a version you find elsewhere. Also, you will not have access to our playlists or voiceover tracks when using a different music provider, which are really powerful support tools for learning and enjoy trekdancing.
That being said, you can build your own playlists of your favorite trekdances in a different music app. Just be aware that our choreography matches up best with the versions of songs you find on the Vibes Music App.
The Vibes Music App is currently included with your Inaugural Membership (see the Frequently Asked Question “What is included in my membership?” above).