BEGINNER requires no experience. You will learn all the foundation steps for this dance) as well as the principles of 'connection',
leading and following. This class teaches only 100% leadable moves.
Level 2 requires 6-8 weeks training minimum. This class teaches only 100% leadable moves. In Level 2 you will learn all the basic whips (whip, inside whip, outside whip with and without spins, locked whip and tummy whip with and without spins) as well as dancing to the music - hitting breaks, playing and syncopating.
Level 3 expects you to know all the basic whips, spins and how to hit breaks. In level 3 you will learn more advanced variations on both six and eight count rhythm patterns as well as style. . Level 3 is an ongoing class with new material taught every series. There's no reason why you can't stay in Level 3 for several series and always be learning new material. The Level 3 class emphasizes leadable practical moves that require less practice than the Level 4 class does. Because you are a good dancer does not mean you should move to an Level 4 class. Level 4 does not mean 'better'.
LEVEL 4 (Advanced for the 'dance nut') is not the next logical step after doing level 3 - even if you've done it several times. This class is for 'dance nuts' only and is beyond the ability of the average dancer. It requires at least 10 months training (at least), good technique, completion of at least two series of level 3 , the ability to lead/follow level 3 material EASILY, controlled spinning technique, permission from the instructor and - most importantly - weekly practice ( above and beyond the class itself). This class is mainly taught by Pamela Podmoroff, one of Canada's top competitive dancers. If you cannot say yes to all those requirements, level 4 will not make you a better dancer. Going into a very challenging class without being prepared for it, will confuse and disorient you and your skills will degrade - not improve.