Just Dance Ballroom's Absolute Beginner Ballroom Dance Program with Karen and Michael
Absolute Beginner's Program with Karen & Michael. Photography by Kendall Ross Bean
Learn 10 Partner 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 East Coast Swing/Lindy Hop, West Coast Swing, Hustle, Night Club Two Step, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha.
You will become familiar with the most popular partner dances, many of which can be danced at wedding receptions, in clubs, and at many different types of dance parties and ballrooms.
The Progressive Series
The Progressive Series gives you an opportunity to learn a dance more in depth. Each week builds on the previous week. The progressive series will give you a good foundation. 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.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.
A Supportive Learning Environment
We 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.
Karen and Michael, directors of Just Dance Absolute Beginner Program, teach on Monday and Tuesdays.
Repeat each series as often as you want, to review your basics or to support a friend you’ve brought along.
April 2010
with Karen and Michael
- Mondays 7-8pm: East Coast Swing I & II.
- 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 and Lindy 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: Rumba I & II
- Rumba, nicknamed the dance of love that became popular in the 1940's and came from the Cuban dance Son. It is danced today at ballroom parties, wedding receptions, and nightclubs.
May 2010
with Karen and Michael
- Mondays 7-8pm: East Coast Swing I & II.
- 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 and Lindy 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: Hustle I & II
- Hustle is a partner dance that originated in New York in the 1970's and is danced to disco and contemporary dance music in nightclubs, ballroom parties, wedding receptions and west coast swing parties.
Details
- No previous dance experience required.
- No partner required. Couples welcome.
- All classes include free practice from 9-11pm on day of class
- $12 drop in. Discounts if you pay for a series.
See AbsoluteBeginnerDance.com for more details
Student's Testimonials
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.
