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Beginning Ballet

Experience the joy of dance in this beginning ballet class. Developmentally appropriate lessons creatively engage students as concepts are introduced with fun imagery. Students are encouraged to create their own choreography through the use of stories, props and costumes. Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes are required and can be purchased at Kinetics. Kinetics Academy of Dance, 2155 Park Avenue.

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8346 Sa 7/3-7/31 12:15-1:15 PM 5-6 $47
8347 Sa 8/7-8/28 12:15-1:15 PM 5-6 $47
8348  T 8/17-8/31 4:00-5:00 PM 5-6 $47

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Hip Hop

Edgy and upbeat! This trendy street style of dance is done to contemporary music, but don't worry, all movements and music are completely "clean"! Kinetics Academy of Dance, 2155 Park Avenue.
 

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8349 F 7/2-7/23 3:30-4:30 PM 8-12 $47
8350 F 7/2-7/23 4:30-5:30 PM 8-12 $47

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Tribal Belly Dance

Tribal Belly Dance is a contemporary and hypnotic Belly Dance Fusion that draws on Middle Eastern and related dance styles. This course covers some of the beautiful moves typical for this style, as well as the basics of group improvisation. The material presented here is very accessible to beginners and gives participants an opportunity to explore movement, rhythm and a sense of centeredness and strength. Instructor: Tanya Kieselbach. CARD Community Center Room 3.

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8352 T 5/25-6/29 6:00-7:00 PM 12+ $45


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Clogging

Clogging is a fun way to get some exercise and relieve stress. It is a type of tap dancing, but is less formal. We dance to all types of music and no partner is needed.  Instructor: Charlene Togstad. PV Recreation Center, Room 1.

 

Intermediate 2 and 3
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
7445 T 2/2-3/23 5:30-6:30 PM 9+ $40
7446 T 3/30-5/18 5:30-6:30 PM 9+ $40

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NEW Beginner
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
7442 T 2/2-3/23 6:30-7:30 PM 9+ $40

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Intermediate 1     
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
7444 T 3/30-5/18 6:30-7:30 PM 9+ $40

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Hula/ Tahitian Dance

Dance to the rhythm of the Islands! We will take you on an exciting journey as you learn basic footwork, hip movements and hand gestures of the graceful art of Hawaiian Hula and Tahitian Dance. No previous dance experience required. Instructor: Maricel Kealani. CARD Community Center, Arts and Crafts Room.
 
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8353 M 4/26-5/17 6:30-7:30 PM 13+ $34
8354 M 6/7-6/28 6:30-7:30 PM 13+ $34
8355 M 8/9-8/30 6:30-7:30 PM 13+ $34

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Ballroom Dance

Learn to dance like Fred Astaire and Ginger Rodgers or at least like Fred and Wilma Flintstone. Together with your partner, you will learn basic steps of ballroom dance. Dances taught will include the Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango and Salsa. There will be an emphasis on timing, footwork, leading and following. Comfortable shoes that will stay on your feet must be worn. Instructor: Joe Garrow. PV Recreation Center, Social Hall.

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
7438 T 4/13-5/4 7:45-9:00 PM 13+ $40/couple
8356 T 5/18-6/8 7:45-9:00 PM 13+ $40/couple
8357 T 6/29-7/20 7:45-9:00 PM 13+ $40/couple
8358 T 8/10-8/31 7:45-9:00 PM 13+ $40/couple

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West Coast Swing

The West Coast Swing Dance is the most versatile style of swing dance and can be danced to various styles of music. Together with your partner, you will learn the basic steps to the West Coast Swing Dance. By the end of the class, you will be ready to take the dance floor by storm. Comfortable shoes that will stay on your feet must be worn. Instructor: Joe Garrow. PV Recreation Center, Social Hall.

Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
7441 T 4/13-5/4 6:30-7:30 PM 13+ $40/couple
8359 T 5/18-6/8 6:30-7:30 PM 13+ $40/couple
8360 T 6/29-7/20 6:30-7:30 PM 13+ $40/couple
8361 T 8/10-8/31 6:30-7:30 PM 13+ $40/couple

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Line Dance

Are you a line dancer or have you always wanted to learn how to line dance? Join us for one of our popular classes. Multiple levels are offered and each level can be repeated as often as desired. Now is your chance to take a fun class where everyone is learning together and not expected to be "perfect." A variety of music is used including Pop, Rock and Roll, Country and Latin to name a few. Come with family or friends or meet new friends in a casual atmosphere. No partner is required for these classes. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. CARD Community Center, Multi-Purpose Room.

Beginner Instructor: Cindy Lambert.
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8362 Th 4/29-5/13 6:30-7:30 PM 16+ $15

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Advanced Beginner Instructor: Cindy Lambert.
Course# Day Date Time Age Fee
8363 Th 4/29-5/13 7:30-8:30 PM 16+ $15

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Easy Intermediate Instructor: Cindy Lambert.

Course#        Day       Date                 Time                       Age       Fee           

8364                 Th           4/29-5/13      5:15-6:30 PM        16+        $15


 

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Intermediate Instructor: Juliet Hauser

Course#        Day       Date                 Time                       Age       Fee           

8365                 T             5/4 -5/25      5:00-6:30 PM       16+        $20

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Tuesday Evening Dance
Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for a delightful evening with the Charlie Robinson Band. You will enjoy sounds that will make your feet do the Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing and more! Each night while the dancers enjoy refreshments, we will hold a raffle. Participants are asked to bring refreshments to share during the 30 minute intermission. Don't miss this opportunity to dance and enjoy the company of others! CARD Community Center, Multi-Purpose Room.
 
Day Theme Time Fee  Age
1st T Hawaiian 7:30-10:00 PM $5 16+
2nd T Ballroom 7:30-10:00 PM $5 16+
3rd T Western 7:30-10:00 PM $5 16+
4th T Ballroom 7:30-10:00 PM $5 16+
5th T Ballroom 7:30-10:00 PM $5 16+



Friday Night Dance

Step out at the monthly Friday Night Dance where you can move to the beat of a live band.  You don't need a dance partner to join in the fun or enjoy the festive decorations. Enjoy the Cottonwood Band as they entertain you with energetic sounds. Refreshments will be provided by CARD. CARD Community Center, Multi-Purpose Room.  No host bar.

Day Date Time Fee Age Theme
F 4/23   7:30-10:00 PM $7 21+ April Showers
F 5/21   7:30-10:00 PM $7 21+ Queen for a day
F 6/25   7:30-10:00 PM $7 21+ King for a day
F 7/23   7:30-10:00 PM $7 21+ Patriotic
F 8/27   7:30-10:00 PM $7 21+ Hot August Nights



Sunday Dance  
 Day Date Time Fee Age Theme
Su 5/2   2:30-5:30 PM $7 21+ Cinco de Mayo
Su 6/20   2:30-5:30 PM $7 21+ It's a Jungle Out There
Su 8/22   2:30-5:30 PM $7 21+ Summer Fun
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