Curriculum Ballroom Dance Classes
Ballroom 1
Our beginner group series class is designed for first time dancers. Worry free- you will be taught everything you need to know to join us on the dance floor.
The beginner class curriculum includes: waltz, foxtrot, rumba, and swing. The dance instruction is formatted to progress the students level of dance. Lessons are taught by a nationally certified instructor. It is best if you have a partner but not necessary as we rotate partners throughout the class (singles and couples are welcome).
Series will last one hour including 10 minutes of dance community news, curriculum and calendar updates. The lesson will include a 25 minute practice session with music and coaching. All students will be encouraged to participate in dance community events such as “Dinner and Dancing”, holiday formals, various practice parties and workshops. We also participate as volunteers for YMCA Happy Club dances and events.
Ballroom 2 and 3
A continuation of the curriculum from Ballroom 1 with the addition of Tango. Must have completed Ballroom 1 or other similar training with approval of instructor.
Bronze 1 and 2
Intermediate level social dancing builds on techniques and patterns learned in Beginner Series. We add Cha cha as well as introduce other popular ballroom dances.
Bronze 1 - (must have completed Ballroom 3)
Bronze 2 - (must have completed Bronze 1)
Specialty Classes
Latin Social Dance 1
No Prerequisite
7 Classes - 60 minutes each including Community time
and practice with music.
Beginner Salsa (LA style like swing) and Merengue
Latin Social Dance 2
Prerequisite: Latin Social Dance 1
7 Classes - 60 minutes each including Community time
and practice with music.
A continuation of the curriculum from Latin Social Dance 1.
Beginner salsa (LA style like swing) and merengue
Carrie Thomas - instructor
Rhythm - Style and Technique (formerly Advanced Partnership)
Prerequisite: Bronze 2
No Partner required
Class focuses on rhythm technique and styling - cuban motion, advanced turns and proper footwork
using bronze routines and introducing some basic silver figures.
Smooth - Style and Technique (formerly Advanced Partnership)
Prerequisite: Bronze 2
Partner required
7 Class Series
Class focuses on partnership skills and dance styling and
technique necessary to begin advanced levels of ballroom dance (silver). We
will learn 5 points of contact, advanced movement - power, swing and sway,
and emphasis on poise and posture -
all vital for advanced dancers. We will incorporate the bronze routines as well
as introduce some basic silver figures.
