Adult Dance Lessons
All dance classes held at CenterPlace Regional Event Center are taught by Melissa Finke:
svparks@DanceClassSpokane.com or 509-993-1204
Please bring a clean dry pair of shoes. Dance shoes may be purchased through Dance Class, but are not required. Ages for all dance classes are 16 and up. Couples rotation: all dance classes have a couples rotation format to learn from others and allow for the best instruction.
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Fall Session – September, October & November
Thursdays – $55/single or $95/couple
Beginning Swing 5:30 pm – 6:20 pm
This class will focus on what is commonly known as East Coast Swing. Elements of Lindy Hop, Charleston, Jive, and who knows what else might be introduced in class as they all go together seamlessly. This class is designed to teach beginners the basics while accomplished dancers are encouraged to join the class to enhance their lead or following skills.
Intermediate Swing 6:30 pm – 7:20 pm
This class will focus on what is commonly known as East Coast Swing. Elements of Lindy Hop, Charleston, Jive, West Coast, and who knows what else might be introduced in class as they all go together seamlessly. This class will challenge accomplished dancers to improve their lead or follow while introducing new patterns. This class will assume you have the basic knowledge of triple time swing using compression lead or following.
West Coast Swing 7:30 pm – 8:20 pm
This class will focus on West Coast Swing. In addition, this class will assume you have the basic knowledge of triple time swing using compression or prior WC Swing knowledge. WC Swing incorporates leverage and compression leads; therefore, it is not suitable for a beginner dancer.
Party Prep Dance Lesson- Thursday, December 8 – 6:00 – 8:00 pm
$45/couple
This night of instruction aimed at helping couples have more than just a “hug and wobble“ or worse being stuck at the table! The dance instruction will include an entrance and an exit. This class is also suitable for Wedding couples, the father-daughter dance or similar special occasions. Wedding couples are encouraged to bring their wedding song to personalize the event even more. Maybe you want to try couple dancing but don’t want to commit to a whole set. Try this class as an introduction.
Wedding Prep Dance Lesson- Wednesday, October 19 – 6:00 – 8:00 pm
$45/couple
Wedding Prep class is one night of instruction aimed at helping engaged couple have more than just a “hug and wobble” at their wedding. The dance instruction will include an entrance and an exit. This class is also suitable for the father-daughter dance or similar special occasions. Wedding couples are encouraged to bring their wedding song to personalize the event even more. This class is NOT just for wedding couples! Maybe you want to try couple dancing but don’t want to commit to a whole set. Try this class as an introduction.
Tuesdays – $35/single or $65/couple
4 Week Sets: Oct. 4-25, Nov. 1-22 & Nov. 29 – Dec. 20
Partner Dancing for All Occasions 5:30 pm – 6:20 pm
This class focuses on the box step essentials from Rumba, Foxtrot and Waltz. Students will learn box figures that can be used in all three rhythms, allowing couples to dance to Waltz, Foxtrot or Latin Music. Wedding couples will be given entrances and exits for their big dance and may bring their wedding song to class if they have chosen one. Optional dances are available if class interest is there, such as Salsa, Night Club or even Country dances. This class is designed to teach beginners the basics.
Latin Styles 6:30 pm – 7:20 pm
One of the Latin favorites such as Salsa, Cha-Cha, Rumba, or swing will be taught. All these dances give you a strong foundation in stationary dance styles. The class is designed to teach beginners the basics and challenge already accomplished dancers.
Ballroom Classics 7:30 pm – 8:20 pm
What most people think of when the word Ballroom is used is three dances: Waltz, Tango, and Foxtrot. Ballroom will usually focus on one of these dances, in particular American Social Foxtrot, American Waltz, and American Tango. All three of these dances are considered ‘progressive’ dances, meaning they move around the floor rather than staying in one general spot. This class is designed to teach beginners the basics and challenge already accomplished dancers.
