CHACHA
Chacha is a fast and spicy Latin partner dance that is a favorite among many around the world. In this class we will focus on learning easy and fun routines, as well as teaching how to lead and follow, so you can dance on the spot with any partner. My goal as the instructor is to give you the confidence to have fun and be flirty on the dance floor.
Partners will be rotated throughout the class, so you do not need to sign up with a partner. Ballroom shoes are not required. Well fitted dress shoes with a short heel for men and women, or tennis shoes are recommended, but not necessary. Make sure to wear clothes that you can move around easily. Arrive at class a few minutes early to do a quick warm up/or review the previous week's steps.
WALTZ
Waltz is one of the most well-known and popular partner dances. It is known for its big sweeping steps set to slow romantic music. This class will focus on learning easy and fun routines, as well as teaching how to lead and follow, so you can dance on the spot with any partner. My goal as the instructor is to give you the confidence to have fun and show off on the dance floor.
Requirements for signing up: Partners will be rotated throughout the class, so you do not need to sign up with a partner. Ballroom shoes are not required. Well fitted dress shoes with a short heel (for men and women) or tennis shoes are recommended, but not necessary, if you do not have ballroom shoes. Please make sure the shoes are not loose and don't slide off the heel. Make sure to wear clothes you can move around in easily. I do not typically lead a warmup, so please come a few minutes early to warm-up and/or review the previous week's steps before class starts.
FOX TROT
FoxTrot is a 6 count, slow, but cheeky ballroom dance that is great for all ages. It is easy to learn and easy on the body. Requirements for signing up: Partners will be rotated throughout the class, so you do not need to sign up with a partner. Ballroom shoes are not required. Well fitted dress shoes with a short heel (for men and women) or tennis shoes are recommended, but not necessary, if you do not have ballroom shoes. Please make sure the shoes are not loose and don't slide off the heel. Make sure to wear clothes you can move around in easily. I do not typically lead a warm-up, so please come a few minutes early to warm up and/or review the previous week's steps before class starts.
WEST COAST SWING
Come learn the art of social Ballroom dance in this class. Ballroom dancing is when a couple dance a set of steps together rhythmically with the style of music being played. We will focus on learning easy and fun routines, as well as teaching how to lead and follow, so you can dance on the spot with any partner. You will not need to sign up with a partner to join this class. Couples and singles are welcome. We will rotate partners frequently in class so everyone has a chance to learn with different partners. Ballroom shoes will not be required. Dress shoes with a heel (for men and women) are recommended, but not necessary. West Coast swing is described as a smooth, but upbeat partner dance that looks elastic in nature because of the constant pushing and pulling happening between the partners. This dance has a high popularity amongst all age groups because of the dancer's ability to improvise and showcase their personality.
INSTRUCTOR: JESSICA BARLEY