Dance Information about Group Classes    

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Singles and couples are welcome, no  partner necessary in most classes, and we rotate partners often. 

Group classes are a great way to get into dancing and we have tons of classes going on every month!  

All DanceWell GROUP CLASS 'SERIES' begin the first week of a new month. 

Each 'SERIES' is 4-weeks long and begins the first day of a month.  (For example:  in January 4 weeks of BEGINNING WALTZ; then in February 4 weeks of BEYOND BEGINNING WALTZ; in March 4 weeks of INTERMEDIATE WALTZ, etc.)   NOTE:  Depending on the month and studio closings especially around the holidays, we may at times offer 2-Week or 3-Week or 5-Week Series classes and those prices are pro-rated.

Each week you will review material previously taught and then build on what was learned. Since a "lesson" or a "dance class" does not make body memory, practice time is built in to each class series.

For the maximum enjoyment of classes for you and your fellow classmates, it's best to take the right level class.    For recommendations and prerequisites for all classes except BEGINNERS click here:  Recommendations for Group Class Levels

You can prepay a 4-week SERIES or you can pay a daily Drop-in Fee.   Prepay means that on the first night of class you will pay for all 4 classes by cash, check, VISA or MASTERCARD.  Drop-in means you can drop in without any commitment. You just come in that day, take that class and go for it.   Class Costs  Classes fill up quickly so best to pre-register by email or phone to be sure you have a spot in the class. 

Our goal is to help students learn fundamentals, patterns, and partnering skills in a friendly and fun setting. Classes maintain a medium pace throughout  and if there's any doubt, the instructors will take the time to repeat materials so you get it right. If you feel you are dropping behind or may be developing 'bad habits', our popular Private Lesson program is available to work on a specific step or to improve your dancing so you can move like a Pro in no time. 

Class Level Recommendations & Progression for Dancers

BEGINNING: FIRST MONTH  (Entry Level)      Learn  timing, footwork, and partnering for your chosen dance each month. Many students enjoy enrolling in severalBeginners Classes before moving to Beyond Beginning levels. Or you are welcome to  continue to higher levels for more fun new steps in one dance.  You may find a list of the patterns to be taught through the link below.

Check out what you will learn here!

BEYOND BEGINNING: SECOND  MONTH    Learn  more footwork and partnering for a dance when you already know a little bit.  This is the next step to progressing to Intermediate level dancing.  

Recommendations for Beyond Beginning Classes

INTERMEDIATE         Suitable  with 8-12 months of dance experience.  Build upon the Beyond Beginning levels with more steps, patterns, and figures. Each Intermediate class can be repeated as each offers different steps and patterns. (prerequisites are prior class or Instructor approval, building on the foundation learned in the previous classes)

ADVANCED                Suitable  with more than 1 year dancing.  Builds upon the Intermediate levels with more steps, patterns, variations and figures.  Equivalent to the Silver and Gold syllabus. Technique and presentation is highly emphasized in this level.  (prerequisites are prior class or Instructor approval)

ALL (All Levels) - No level requirements. Students of all levels will benefit.

Which one are you? Not sure? Give us a call 503-241-0460 Ext.0 or email
linda@dancewellballroom.com  and we'll help you figure out what is best for your skill level.

BASIC CLASS TIMES FOR 2012

Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
         

10-11:30am             Semi-Private Group Occasionally scheduled, get a little one to one help with movement or partnering.  Must register in advance.

Springstead 

 

7p           Intermediate or Advanced  Classes 

Springstead

7p              Beginning   classes

Springstead

7p                  Beginning,  Beyond Beginning and Intermediate classes

Springstead

7p              Beginning & Beyond Beginning

Davis

 

7:30-11:30p Fourth Friday Club Nite West West Coast Dance Party     monthly                 $10p/p                       1hr Beyond Beginning  lesson                      Mostly West Coast Swing, Nightclub 2-Step, Hustle, Country & East Coast Swing music

Various

7:30-11:30p           First Saturday Social Dance Party                monthly                           $10p/p                                 1-hr beyond beginning lesson  Full variety of all dance styles, dressier evening.

Springstead

6p                      Beyond Beginning WEST COAST SWING

Davis

8p           Intermediate or Advanced Classes, and performance class

Springstead

8-10p      Weekly Party & Practice Weekly                     $5 per  person or $8 couple     (1/2 hr. mixer lesson for Beginners -- all dance styles)

Various

8-10p              ACCELERATED LEAD/FOLLOW CLASS

 Springstead

8p               Beginning & Beyond Beginning

Davis

    7p                      Intermediate      WEST COAST SWING

Davis