Just Dance Ballroom's Absolute Beginner Ballroom Dance Program with Karen and Michael
Absolute Beginner's Program with Karen & Michael
Learn 9 Ballroom Dances
Want to get started in ballroom dance? Just Dance Ballroom’s Absolute Beginner Program is the place to start. The Absolute Beginner Program is designed start to students at the beginning (never having danced before) and and bring them up to an Intermediate level.
You will learn the basics of the waltz, foxtrot, tango, rumba, cha cha, samba, nightclub two-step, hustle and east coast swing.
You will become familiar with the most popular ballroom dances, many of which can be danced at wedding receptions, in clubs, and at many different types of dance parties.
The Progressive Series
The Progressive Series gives you an opportunity to learn a dance more in depth. Each month you can begin a new series in different dance. You will learn many dance figures and the character, styling. rhythm and technique of the dance. You will also learn how to lead or follow, to connect with your partner, to combine figures and to navigate the social dance floor. Each week builds on the previous week. The progressive series will give you a good foundation.Drop Ins Welcome
You are always welcome to drop in during the month to any of our classes. If you have never danced before, we recommend that you come on the first of the month, when we cover each dance from the very beginning. Or you can come to our Monday or Tuesday class any week of the month. One of us can teach you the basics while the rest of the class continues learning as part of the progressive series with the other teacher.
A Supportive Learning Environment
Karen and Michael create a safe and supportive environment for you to learn and have fun in. The pace is just right and you will be there with others who are also learning for the first time.
We repeat the dances every few months with new routines you can learn at the beginner's level. If you are in one of our classes, you can also help vote on what dance we will teach the following month.
October 2008
with Karen and Michael
- Mondays 7-8pm: East Coast Swing I & II.
- October 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th.
- Swing Dancing originated in the 1920's in Harlem's Savoy Ballroom. From there, it spread across the US and around the world. It is one of the most popular forms of social dance. In this class we teach you East Coast Swing moves that can be danced anywhere you find swing music, clubs, swing/lindy dance parties, wedding receptions, country parties and ballroom parties.
- Tuesdays 7-8pm: Night Club Two Step I & II
- October 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th. Learn one dance this month, each week building on what you learned the week before.
- Night Club Two step is a beautiful, lyrical open style dance with turns, sways and traveling steps that is danced to contemporary ballads. In this class we teach you Night Club Two Step moves that can be danced anywhere you find contemporary music, clubs, west coast swing, country, and ballroom dance parties, wedding receptions and special events.
Details
- No previous dance experience required.
- No partner required. Couples welcome.
- All classes include free practice from 9-11pm on day of class
- $13 drop in rate for public. $10 drop in rate for Just Dance Ballroom Members. Discounts if you pay for a series.
See AbsoluteBeginnerDance.com for more details
Student's Testimonials
Karen Lile & Michael Arntz. Photography by Kendall Ross Bean. Light Design by Michael Kofford
I didn’t really believe my husband could dance. But, after the first class with Karen and Michael, we were both dancing and
having fun. I can’t wait for the next class.
~ Janet
I like Karen & Michael so much, I have been bringing my friends and family with me too.
Karen and Michael can teach ANYONE to dance, because they don’t assume anything, and they explain
and demonstrate so clearly.
~Wendy.
Just Dance Ballroom
Just Dance is located right across a beautiful ocean view and is less than a mile away from the 23rd Avenue exit of the South Interstate 880 freeway in Oakland/Alameda border.
Highlights:
- Brand New State-of-the-Art Club-Style Facility
- Conveniently located off Hwy 880 in Oakland
- 10,000 sq. ft. of floating maple floors
- 3 separate ballrooms to choose from
- Acoustic Surround Sound System, wall-to-wall mirrors, luxurious seating, intimate cafe tables, refreshment bar, complimentary tea/coffee.
- Safe area, ample free parking in a well-lit parking lot.
