SPECIALTY COURSES

SPECIALTY COURSES

Do you prefer to focus on only one or two dances at a time? Do you like certain dances more than others? Intrigued by a dance not normally included in a social ballroom class? Or perhaps you find it difficult to commit to a 10-week course. The classes listed below focus on just one dance, or a small group of dances. They range from beginner level up to silver level. As we have five weeks to explore just one or two dances, we can cover more material than is possible in the Social Ballroom Dance classes. For this reason, these classes are a good supplement to a Social Ballroom Dance class - giving you the opportunity to explore a new dance or focus on a favourite. You'll have the opportunity to improve your technique, build your confidence, and expand your repertoire. Unless otherwise noted, classes which take place on Wednesdays at the Prospect Lake studio, and Fridays at St. Alban's Church Hall, are conducted at an Intermediate/Pre-Bronze level. Classes which take place at a recreation centre, unless otherwise noted, are beginner level. Some of the classes are limited to a maximum of six couples, so that you receive more personal attention; therefore, we recommend that you sign up early to avoid disappointment. Course length and cost can vary, so please call the number listed for more information.
DanceTimeDatesLocationDayPhone
Jive & Quickstep7:00 - 8:10May 22 - June 26St. Alban's Church HallFriday479-7492
Bronze Syllabus Rhumba8:20 - 9:30May 22 - June 26St. Alban's Church HallFriday479-7492
Argentine Tango5:10 - 6:20May 27 - June 24Prospect Lake StudioWednesday479-7492
Samba & Mambo6:30 - 7:40May 27 - June 24Prospect Lake StudioWednesday479-7492
Waltz & Foxtrot7:50 - 9:00May 27 - June 24Prospect Lake StudioWednesday479-7492
Jive & Swing2:00 - 3:15May 31 - June 28Pearkes Rec CentreSunday475-5400
Quickstep7:00 - 8:15Sept. 24 - Oct. 22Monterey CentreThursday370-7300
Ballroom & Latin Line Dances8:15 - 9:30Sept. 24 - Oct. 22Monterey CentreThursday370-7300
Salsa & Mambo8:15 - 9:30Sept. 25 - Oct. 23Panorama Leisure CentreFriday656-7271
Beginner Jive & Swing (Eastcoast)8:15 - 9:30Sept. 25 - Oct. 23Juan de Fuca Rec CentreFriday478-8384
Westcoast Swing7:00 - 8:15Oct. 29 - Nov. 26Monterey CentreThursday370-7300
Wedding Dance/Formal Preparation8:15 - 9:30Oct. 29 - Dec. 3Monterey CentreThursday370-7300
Latin & Ballroom Line Dances8:15 - 9:30Oct. 30 - Nov. 27Panorama Leisure CentreFriday656-7271
Intermediate Jive & Swing (Eastcoast)8:15 - 9:30Oct. 30 - Nov. 27Juan de Fuca Rec CentreFriday478-8384
NOTES:

Note 1: Intermediate/Pre-Bronze classes at Prospect Lake & St. Alban's: In these classes, we do not restrict ourselves to only certain dances and figures, but we draw upon the many variations which exist outside of the official syllabus, as well as occasionally including such dances as Mambo, Merengue, Viennese Waltz and Westcoast Swing. These classes are offered every term, and many students do continue to sign up year after year. Each 10-week term is divided into two 5-week sessions, each focusing on one or two different dances, and covering a variety of figures. There is an enormous body of material to draw upon and every term is different, so you can continue to take these classes for an indefinite period of time, and no term will simply be a carbon copy of a previous term. Classes include a mixture of new material and review of old favourites; the emphasis is on learning fun, practical social variations, along with styling and technique tips. The exact dances to be covered in the fall term are still to be determined – we welcome suggestions. Subject to space availability, these classes may be joined at any time, and you can continue to participate for as long as you wish by signing up for each new session as it comes up, i.e. fall, winter & spring. It is possible to sign up for only the first five weeks, or only the last five weeks, but preference will be given to those signing up for the complete ten week term. The pre-requisite is completion of Level 3. Each 5 week term costs $75 per couple, but if you sign up for two 5 week sessions, back to back in the same time slot, then there is a discounted price of $135 per couple. Please contact us for more information, to offer suggestions, or to register.

Note 2: Bronze Syllabus Jive & Rhumba: These courses focus on the bronze level material contained in the international-style syllabus. Each five week course costs $82 per couple, but if you register for both, then there is a discounted price of $148 per couple for all ten weeks. To be eligible for these classes, it is also recommended that you have completed a year of study at the Pre-Bronze Level, or have otherwise two years of ballroom dance instruction under your belt. However, depending upon individual aptitude, experience and ability, exceptions may be made, upon discussion with Elizabeth.



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