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	September 2024
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1	2 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 2, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details •	3 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 3, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details Tuesday Social Dances Resume next week, Sept 17th Tuesday Social Dances Resume next week, Sept 17th September 3, 2024 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. What has happened, or is happening that the attendance has suddenly and drastically declined??? The ballroom dances in the Tigard/Portland area seem to still be going well. So, is everyone traveling up to Portland to do their ballroom dancing? Why? I would think the Salem Dance Community would want to stay and support the Salem Dance Community. What am I missing? Someone, please 'splain it to me !!! A Weekly Social Dance 7:30-10pm $5/person for those currently participating in a class series $7/person - General admission Cash is preferred for the dances Add .50 cents for card payments Mini 30-minute intro lesson to start. Lesson changes each dance. These introduction lessons are just that - introductions. These do not replace attending actual class series. Music is a mix of, Ballroom, Various Swings (including West Coast), Club and Latin (including Salsa and Bachata, and sometimes a little bit of Country and Shodishes thrown in by request. Requests are welcome. New dancers are always welcome. No partner necessary. While some choose to dance only with their own partner, most are comfortable dancing with others, including our singles. Socials are a good place for new dancers to get started on your lifetime journey of dancing enjoyment. Hand sanitizer is available. Common surfaces are regularly cleaned, but you are welcome to bring your own sani-wipes if that makes you more comfortable. There is no drinking fountain, but there is bottled water for sale. However, you are welcome to bring your own water bottle. Shoes: You don’t need special shoes (dance shoes) initially. Usually, something you already have in your closet will work for starters. Shoes need to be clean and DRY. If your shoes are wet, they will stick. So if it’s raining, or has been raining, bring you “dance” shoes with you. Overall, shoes should be comfortable, practical and stay on your feet. For guys, dress shoes usually work fine. Something you might wear with a suit. Stay away from Gym shoes, work boots or cowboy boots. You can’t “feel” the floor. For ladies, a shoe that goes all the way around your foot, including your heel, is best. If not a completely closed heel, then at least a strap. Nothing too strappy, so you’ll have stability in your shoe. No 4” platforms. No 6” stilettos. No Flip Flops. . . .. . Practical, sensible, functionable. You are going to be in them for a while, AND you need to be able to move in ALL directions quickly. Closed toe is better for starters to protect your feet as you and your partner are learning. Clothing: Except for shoes (above) no special clothes are needed for class or dances unless otherwise noted. Comfortable, casual and in layers so you can shed as you warm up, and you will. Make sure you wear clothes that will stay with you as you move. Remember you are moving, arms going up and down, twisting and turning. Make sure your clothes won’t go one way while you are going another, resulting in one of those awkward “wardrobe malfunctions”. This is a non-alcoholic teaching venue with an excellent real wood floor, natural light and a climate-controlled state of the art ventilation system. Email if you have questions or concerns. See more details Tuesday Social Dances Suspended Until Sept 10th Tuesday Social Dances Suspended Until Sept 10th September 3, 2024 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. What has happened, or is happening that the attendance has suddenly and drastically declined??? The ballroom dances in the Tigard/Portland area seem to still be going well. So, is everyone traveling up to Portland to do their ballroom dancing? Why? I would think the Salem Dance Community would want to stay and support the Salem Dance Community. What am I missing? Someone, please 'splain it to me !!! A Weekly Social Dance 7:30-10pm $5/person for those currently participating in a class series $7/person - General admission Cash is preferred for the dances Add .50 cents for card payments Mini 30-minute intro lesson to start. Lesson changes each dance. These introduction lessons are just that - introductions. These do not replace attending actual class series. Music is a mix of, Ballroom, Various Swings (including West Coast), Club and Latin (including Salsa and Bachata, and sometimes a little bit of Country and Shodishes thrown in by request. Requests are welcome. New dancers are always welcome. No partner necessary. While some choose to dance only with their own partner, most are comfortable dancing with others, including our singles. Socials are a good place for new dancers to get started on your lifetime journey of dancing enjoyment. Hand sanitizer is available. Common surfaces are regularly cleaned, but you are welcome to bring your own sani-wipes if that makes you more comfortable. There is no drinking fountain, but there is bottled water for sale. However, you are welcome to bring your own water bottle. Shoes: You don’t need special shoes (dance shoes) initially. Usually, something you already have in your closet will work for starters. Shoes need to be clean and DRY. If your shoes are wet, they will stick. So if it’s raining, or has been raining, bring you “dance” shoes with you. Overall, shoes should be comfortable, practical and stay on your feet. For guys, dress shoes usually work fine. Something you might wear with a suit. Stay away from Gym shoes, work boots or cowboy boots. You can’t “feel” the floor. For ladies, a shoe that goes all the way around your foot, including your heel, is best. If not a completely closed heel, then at least a strap. Nothing too strappy, so you’ll have stability in your shoe. No 4” platforms. No 6” stilettos. No Flip Flops. . . .. . Practical, sensible, functionable. You are going to be in them for a while, AND you need to be able to move in ALL directions quickly. Closed toe is better for starters to protect your feet as you and your partner are learning. Clothing: Except for shoes (above) no special clothes are needed for class or dances unless otherwise noted. Comfortable, casual and in layers so you can shed as you warm up, and you will. Make sure you wear clothes that will stay with you as you move. Remember you are moving, arms going up and down, twisting and turning. Make sure your clothes won’t go one way while you are going another, resulting in one of those awkward “wardrobe malfunctions”. This is a non-alcoholic teaching venue with an excellent real wood floor, natural light and a climate-controlled state of the art ventilation system. Email if you have questions or concerns. See more details • • •	4 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 4, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels September 4, 2024 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 7:30-8:30pm Weekly Ongoing Drop-In Class Intermediate/Advanced West Coast Swing, with James & D'Leene Participation and completion of a Beginning Level (5/wk) series is highly recommended before attending this level. This class is geared toward variations, musicality and developing a (dance) "conversation" with ones partner. Tips for better lead/follow (technique), timing, cleaning up bad habits, connection, timing, framing, footwork, spatial awareness, etc, but for the more advanced skilled Westie. $15/person each week. Includes the Westies West Coast Dance at 8:30 Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Wednesday Westies, West Coast Swing Social Dance Wednesday Westies, West Coast Swing Social Dance September 4, 2024 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm A Weekly West Coast Westies ONLY Social Dance 8:30-10:30pm Starting Sept 20 DJ'ed by James & D'Leene DeVoer $10/person at the door for just the Social Dance if you are not participating in either of the earlier classes on Wednesdays. Cash is preferred for the dance See more details • • •	5 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 5, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details Adult Hip-Hop Intermediate Level Class w/Cristi Adult Hip-Hop Intermediate Level Class w/Cristi September 5, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm See more details Adult Hip-Hop Beginning Level Class w/Cristi Adult Hip-Hop Beginning Level Class w/Cristi September 5, 2024 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	6	7 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 7, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details 1st Saturday Social Dance Resumes October 5th 1st Saturday Social Dance Resumes October 5th September 7, 2024 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm 1st and 3rd Saturdays Social Dance 7:30-10pm $5/person for those currently participating in a class series $7/person - General admission Cash is preferred for the dances Add .50 cents for card payments Mini 30-minute intro lesson to start. Lesson changes each dance. These introduction lessons are just that - introductions. These do not replace attending actual class series. See more details • •
8	9 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 9, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #1of 5, West Coast Swing, Beyond Basics #1of 5, West Coast Swing, Beyond Basics September 9, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #1 of a 5wk series Duration: 5/wks Mondays, Sept 9 - Oct 7 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $55/person for all five sessions. No pro-rates. A Beginning Level Series covering basic 6-count and 8-count material Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make every session. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). So, bring your friends to join you and fill up the class Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu West Coast Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details #1of 5, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level #1of 5, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level September 9, 2024 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Duration:5/wks Mondays, Sept 9 - Oct 7 7:45 - 8:45pm This is Week #1 of 5 classes A working introduction to material in both rhythms for American social Foxtrot. An excellent dance for wedding First Dance, too. Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. So, it important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people). So bring your friends to join you and fill the class. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Men Foxtrot description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details • • •	10 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 10, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #1of 5, ChaCha, Level 1 #1of 5, ChaCha, Level 1 September 10, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #1 of a 5wk series Duration: 5/wks Tuesdays, Sept 10 - Oct 8 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $55/person for all five sessions. No pro-rates. An introduction to Latin ChaCha, danced on the correct "2" beat. Basic timing, footwork and material to get you started! Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). So bring your friends to join you. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu ChaCha description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Tuesday Social Dances Resume next week, Sept 17th Tuesday Social Dances Resume next week, Sept 17th September 10, 2024 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. What has happened, or is happening that the attendance has suddenly and drastically declined??? The ballroom dances in the Tigard/Portland area seem to still be going well. So, is everyone traveling up to Portland to do their ballroom dancing? Why? I would think the Salem Dance Community would want to stay and support the Salem Dance Community. What am I missing? Someone, please 'splain it to me !!! A Weekly Social Dance 7:30-10pm $5/person for those currently participating in a class series $7/person - General admission Cash is preferred for the dances Add .50 cents for card payments Mini 30-minute intro lesson to start. Lesson changes each dance. These introduction lessons are just that - introductions. These do not replace attending actual class series. Music is a mix of, Ballroom, Various Swings (including West Coast), Club and Latin (including Salsa and Bachata, and sometimes a little bit of Country and Shodishes thrown in by request. Requests are welcome. New dancers are always welcome. No partner necessary. While some choose to dance only with their own partner, most are comfortable dancing with others, including our singles. Socials are a good place for new dancers to get started on your lifetime journey of dancing enjoyment. Hand sanitizer is available. Common surfaces are regularly cleaned, but you are welcome to bring your own sani-wipes if that makes you more comfortable. There is no drinking fountain, but there is bottled water for sale. However, you are welcome to bring your own water bottle. Shoes: You don’t need special shoes (dance shoes) initially. Usually, something you already have in your closet will work for starters. Shoes need to be clean and DRY. If your shoes are wet, they will stick. So if it’s raining, or has been raining, bring you “dance” shoes with you. Overall, shoes should be comfortable, practical and stay on your feet. For guys, dress shoes usually work fine. Something you might wear with a suit. Stay away from Gym shoes, work boots or cowboy boots. You can’t “feel” the floor. For ladies, a shoe that goes all the way around your foot, including your heel, is best. If not a completely closed heel, then at least a strap. Nothing too strappy, so you’ll have stability in your shoe. No 4” platforms. No 6” stilettos. No Flip Flops. . . .. . Practical, sensible, functionable. You are going to be in them for a while, AND you need to be able to move in ALL directions quickly. Closed toe is better for starters to protect your feet as you and your partner are learning. Clothing: Except for shoes (above) no special clothes are needed for class or dances unless otherwise noted. Comfortable, casual and in layers so you can shed as you warm up, and you will. Make sure you wear clothes that will stay with you as you move. Remember you are moving, arms going up and down, twisting and turning. Make sure your clothes won’t go one way while you are going another, resulting in one of those awkward “wardrobe malfunctions”. This is a non-alcoholic teaching venue with an excellent real wood floor, natural light and a climate-controlled state of the art ventilation system. Email if you have questions or concerns. See more details • • •	11 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 11, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #1of 5, Ballroom Waltz, Beginning Level #1of 5, Ballroom Waltz, Beginning Level September 11, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Duration:5/wks Wednesdays, Sept 11 - Oct 9 6:30 - 7:30pm This is Week #1 of 5 classes A working introduction to material for beautiful American social slow Waltz An excellent dance for wedding First Dance, too. Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. So, it important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people). So bring your friends to join you and fill the class. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Men Waltz description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels September 11, 2024 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 7:30-8:30pm Weekly Ongoing Drop-In Class Intermediate/Advanced West Coast Swing, with James & D'Leene Participation and completion of a Beginning Level (5/wk) series is highly recommended before attending this level. This class is geared toward variations, musicality and developing a (dance) "conversation" with ones partner. Tips for better lead/follow (technique), timing, cleaning up bad habits, connection, timing, framing, footwork, spatial awareness, etc, but for the more advanced skilled Westie. $15/person each week. Includes the Westies West Coast Dance at 8:30 Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Wednesday Westies, West Coast Swing Social Dance Wednesday Westies, West Coast Swing Social Dance September 11, 2024 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm A Weekly West Coast Westies ONLY Social Dance 8:30-10:30pm Starting Sept 20 DJ'ed by James & D'Leene DeVoer $10/person at the door for just the Social Dance if you are not participating in either of the earlier classes on Wednesdays. Cash is preferred for the dance See more details • • • •	12 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 12, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details Adult Hip-Hop Intermediate Level Class w/Cristi Adult Hip-Hop Intermediate Level Class w/Cristi September 12, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm See more details Adult Hip-Hop Beginning Level Class w/Cristi Adult Hip-Hop Beginning Level Class w/Cristi September 12, 2024 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	13	14 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 14, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details •
15	16 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 16, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #2of 5, West Coast Swing, Beyond Basics #2of 5, West Coast Swing, Beyond Basics September 16, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #2 of a 5wk series Duration: 5/wks Mondays, Sept 9 - Oct 7 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $55/person for all five sessions. No pro-rates. A Beginning Level Series covering basic 6-count and 8-count material Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make every session. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). So, bring your friends to join you and fill up the class Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu West Coast Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details #2of 5, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level #2of 5, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level September 16, 2024 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Duration:5/wks Mondays, Sept 9 - Oct 7 7:45 - 8:45pm This is Week #2 of 5 classes A working introduction to material in both rhythms for American social Foxtrot. An excellent dance for wedding First Dance, too. Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. So, it important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people). So bring your friends to join you and fill the class. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Men Foxtrot description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details • • •	17 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 17, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #2of 5, ChaCha, Level 1 #2of 5, ChaCha, Level 1 September 17, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #2 of a 5wk series Duration: 5/wks Tuesdays, Sept 10 - Oct 8 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $55/person for all five sessions. No pro-rates. An introduction to Latin ChaCha, danced on the correct "2" beat. Basic timing, footwork and material to get you started! Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). So bring your friends to join you. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu ChaCha description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Tuesday Social Dances Resume tonight, Sept 17th Tuesday Social Dances Resume tonight, Sept 17th September 17, 2024 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. What has happened, or is happening that the attendance has suddenly and drastically declined??? The ballroom dances in the Tigard/Portland area seem to still be going well. So, is everyone traveling up to Portland to do their ballroom dancing? Why? I would think the Salem Dance Community would want to stay and support the Salem Dance Community. What am I missing? Someone, please 'splain it to me !!! A Weekly Social Dance 7:30-10pm $5/person for those currently participating in a class series $7/person - General admission Cash is preferred for the dances Add .50 cents for card payments Mini 30-minute intro lesson to start. Lesson changes each dance. These introduction lessons are just that - introductions. These do not replace attending actual class series. Music is a mix of, Ballroom, Various Swings (including West Coast), Club and Latin (including Salsa and Bachata, and sometimes a little bit of Country and Shodishes thrown in by request. Requests are welcome. New dancers are always welcome. No partner necessary. While some choose to dance only with their own partner, most are comfortable dancing with others, including our singles. Socials are a good place for new dancers to get started on your lifetime journey of dancing enjoyment. Hand sanitizer is available. Common surfaces are regularly cleaned, but you are welcome to bring your own sani-wipes if that makes you more comfortable. There is no drinking fountain, but there is bottled water for sale. However, you are welcome to bring your own water bottle. Shoes: You don’t need special shoes (dance shoes) initially. Usually, something you already have in your closet will work for starters. Shoes need to be clean and DRY. If your shoes are wet, they will stick. So if it’s raining, or has been raining, bring you “dance” shoes with you. Overall, shoes should be comfortable, practical and stay on your feet. For guys, dress shoes usually work fine. Something you might wear with a suit. Stay away from Gym shoes, work boots or cowboy boots. You can’t “feel” the floor. For ladies, a shoe that goes all the way around your foot, including your heel, is best. If not a completely closed heel, then at least a strap. Nothing too strappy, so you’ll have stability in your shoe. No 4” platforms. No 6” stilettos. No Flip Flops. . . .. . Practical, sensible, functionable. You are going to be in them for a while, AND you need to be able to move in ALL directions quickly. Closed toe is better for starters to protect your feet as you and your partner are learning. Clothing: Except for shoes (above) no special clothes are needed for class or dances unless otherwise noted. Comfortable, casual and in layers so you can shed as you warm up, and you will. Make sure you wear clothes that will stay with you as you move. Remember you are moving, arms going up and down, twisting and turning. Make sure your clothes won’t go one way while you are going another, resulting in one of those awkward “wardrobe malfunctions”. This is a non-alcoholic teaching venue with an excellent real wood floor, natural light and a climate-controlled state of the art ventilation system. Email if you have questions or concerns. See more details • • •	18 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 18, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #2of 5, Ballroom Waltz, Beginning Level #2of 5, Ballroom Waltz, Beginning Level September 18, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Duration:5/wks Wednesdays, Sept 11 - Oct 9 6:30 - 7:30pm This is Week #2 of 5 classes A working introduction to material for beautiful American social slow Waltz An excellent dance for wedding First Dance, too. Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. So, it important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people). So bring your friends to join you and fill the class. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Men Waltz description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels September 18, 2024 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 7:30-8:30pm Weekly Ongoing Drop-In Class Intermediate/Advanced West Coast Swing, with James & D'Leene Participation and completion of a Beginning Level (5/wk) series is highly recommended before attending this level. This class is geared toward variations, musicality and developing a (dance) "conversation" with ones partner. Tips for better lead/follow (technique), timing, cleaning up bad habits, connection, timing, framing, footwork, spatial awareness, etc, but for the more advanced skilled Westie. $15/person each week. Includes the Westies West Coast Dance at 8:30 Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Wednesday Westies, West Coast Swing Social Dance Wednesday Westies, West Coast Swing Social Dance September 18, 2024 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm A Weekly West Coast Westies ONLY Social Dance 8:30-10:30pm Starting Sept 20 DJ'ed by James & D'Leene DeVoer $10/person at the door for just the Social Dance if you are not participating in either of the earlier classes on Wednesdays. Cash is preferred for the dance See more details • • • •	19 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 19, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details Adult Hip-Hop Intermediate Level Class w/Cristi Adult Hip-Hop Intermediate Level Class w/Cristi September 19, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm See more details Adult Hip-Hop Beginning Level Class w/Cristi Adult Hip-Hop Beginning Level Class w/Cristi September 19, 2024 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	20	21 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 21, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details 3rd Saturday Social Swing Dance Resumes Tonight, Sept 21st 3rd Saturday Social Swing Dance Resumes Tonight, Sept 21st September 21, 2024 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm 3rd Saturdays Social Dance Resume Sept 21 through November. No Saturday dances in December, due to all the holiday parties. 3rd Saturday dances focus on a mix of the various Swing styles: West Coast Swing, Basic Swing, East Coast Swing and some Lindy Swing included. An occasional Night Club is thrown into the music mix to change things up. Of course, requests are taken, and we'll play for those who are in the room. 7:30-10pm $5/person for those currently participating in a class series $7/person - General admission Cash is preferred for the dances Add .50 cents for card payments Mini 30-minute intro lesson to start. Lesson changes each dance. These introduction lessons are just that - introductions. These do not replace attending actual class series. New dancers are always welcome. No partner necessary. While some choose to dance only with their own partner, most are comfortable dancing with others, including our singles. Socials are a good place for new dancers to get started on your lifetime journey of dancing enjoyment. Hand sanitizer is available. Common surfaces are regularly cleaned, but you are welcome to bring your own sani-wipes if that makes you more comfortable. There is no drinking fountain, but there is bottled water for sale. However, you are welcome to bring your own water bottle. Shoes: You don’t need special shoes (dance shoes) initially. Usually, something you already have in your closet will work for starters. Shoes need to be clean and DRY. If your shoes are wet, they will stick. So if it’s raining, or has been raining, bring you “dance” shoes with you. Overall, shoes should be comfortable, practical and stay on your feet. For guys, dress shoes usually work fine. Something you might wear with a suit. Stay away from Gym shoes, work boots or cowboy boots. You can’t “feel” the floor. For ladies, a shoe that goes all the way around your foot, including your heel, is best. If not a completely closed heel, then at least a strap. Nothing too strappy, so you’ll have stability in your shoe. No 4” platforms. No 6” stilettos. No Flip Flops. . . .. . Practical, sensible, functionable. You are going to be in them for a while, AND you need to be able to move in ALL directions quickly. Closed toe is better for starters to protect your feet as you and your partner are learning. Clothing: Except for shoes (above) no special clothes are needed for class or dances unless otherwise noted. Comfortable, casual and in layers so you can shed as you warm up, and you will. Make sure you wear clothes that will stay with you as you move. Remember you are moving, arms going up and down, twisting and turning. Make sure your clothes won’t go one way while you are going another, resulting in one of those awkward “wardrobe malfunctions”. This is a non-alcoholic teaching venue with an excellent real wood floor, natural light and a climate-controlled state of the art ventilation system. Email if you have questions or concerns. See more details • •
22	23 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 23, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #3of 5, West Coast Swing, Beyond Basics #3of 5, West Coast Swing, Beyond Basics September 23, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #3 of a 5wk series Duration: 5/wks Mondays, Sept 9 - Oct 7 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $55/person for all five sessions. No pro-rates. A Beginning Level Series covering basic 6-count and 8-count material Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make every session. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). So, bring your friends to join you and fill up the class Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu West Coast Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details #3of 5, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level #3of 5, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level September 23, 2024 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Duration:5/wks Mondays, Sept 9 - Oct 7 7:45 - 8:45pm This is Week #3 of 5 classes A working introduction to material in both rhythms for American social Foxtrot. An excellent dance for wedding First Dance, too. Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. So, it important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people). So bring your friends to join you and fill the class. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Men Foxtrot description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details • • •	24 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 24, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #3of 5, ChaCha, Level 1 #3of 5, ChaCha, Level 1 September 24, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #3 of a 5wk series Duration: 5/wks Tuesdays, Sept 10 - Oct 8 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $55/person for all five sessions. No pro-rates. An introduction to Latin ChaCha, danced on the correct "2" beat. Basic timing, footwork and material to get you started! Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). So bring your friends to join you. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu ChaCha description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Tuesday Social Dances Tuesday Social Dances September 24, 2024 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. What has happened, or is happening that the attendance has suddenly and drastically declined??? The ballroom dances in the Tigard/Portland area seem to still be going well. So, is everyone traveling up to Portland to do their ballroom dancing? Why? I would think the Salem Dance Community would want to stay and support the Salem Dance Community. What am I missing? Someone, please 'splain it to me !!! A Weekly Social Dance 7:30-10pm $5/person for those currently participating in a class series $7/person - General admission Cash is preferred for the dances Add .50 cents for card payments Mini 30-minute intro lesson to start. Lesson changes each dance. These introduction lessons are just that - introductions. These do not replace attending actual class series. Music is a mix of, Ballroom, Various Swings (including West Coast), Club and Latin (including Salsa and Bachata, and sometimes a little bit of Country and Shodishes thrown in by request. Requests are welcome. New dancers are always welcome. No partner necessary. While some choose to dance only with their own partner, most are comfortable dancing with others, including our singles. Socials are a good place for new dancers to get started on your lifetime journey of dancing enjoyment. Hand sanitizer is available. Common surfaces are regularly cleaned, but you are welcome to bring your own sani-wipes if that makes you more comfortable. There is no drinking fountain, but there is bottled water for sale. However, you are welcome to bring your own water bottle. Shoes: You don’t need special shoes (dance shoes) initially. Usually, something you already have in your closet will work for starters. Shoes need to be clean and DRY. If your shoes are wet, they will stick. So if it’s raining, or has been raining, bring you “dance” shoes with you. Overall, shoes should be comfortable, practical and stay on your feet. For guys, dress shoes usually work fine. Something you might wear with a suit. Stay away from Gym shoes, work boots or cowboy boots. You can’t “feel” the floor. For ladies, a shoe that goes all the way around your foot, including your heel, is best. If not a completely closed heel, then at least a strap. Nothing too strappy, so you’ll have stability in your shoe. No 4” platforms. No 6” stilettos. No Flip Flops. . . .. . Practical, sensible, functionable. You are going to be in them for a while, AND you need to be able to move in ALL directions quickly. Closed toe is better for starters to protect your feet as you and your partner are learning. Clothing: Except for shoes (above) no special clothes are needed for class or dances unless otherwise noted. Comfortable, casual and in layers so you can shed as you warm up, and you will. Make sure you wear clothes that will stay with you as you move. Remember you are moving, arms going up and down, twisting and turning. Make sure your clothes won’t go one way while you are going another, resulting in one of those awkward “wardrobe malfunctions”. This is a non-alcoholic teaching venue with an excellent real wood floor, natural light and a climate-controlled state of the art ventilation system. Email if you have questions or concerns. See more details • • •	25 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 25, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #3of 5, Ballroom Waltz, Beginning Level #3of 5, Ballroom Waltz, Beginning Level September 25, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Duration:5/wks Wednesdays, Sept 11 - Oct 9 6:30 - 7:30pm This is Week #3 of 5 classes A working introduction to material for beautiful American social slow Waltz An excellent dance for wedding First Dance, too. Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. So, it important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people). So bring your friends to join you and fill the class. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Men Waltz description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels September 25, 2024 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 7:30-8:30pm Weekly Ongoing Drop-In Class Intermediate/Advanced West Coast Swing, with James & D'Leene Participation and completion of a Beginning Level (5/wk) series is highly recommended before attending this level. This class is geared toward variations, musicality and developing a (dance) "conversation" with ones partner. Tips for better lead/follow (technique), timing, cleaning up bad habits, connection, timing, framing, footwork, spatial awareness, etc, but for the more advanced skilled Westie. $15/person each week. Includes the Westies West Coast Dance at 8:30 Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Wednesday Westies, West Coast Swing Social Dance Wednesday Westies, West Coast Swing Social Dance September 25, 2024 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm A Weekly West Coast Westies ONLY Social Dance 8:30-10:30pm Starting Sept 20 DJ'ed by James & D'Leene DeVoer $10/person at the door for just the Social Dance if you are not participating in either of the earlier classes on Wednesdays. Cash is preferred for the dance See more details • • • •	26 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 26, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details Adult Hip-Hop Intermediate Level Class w/Cristi Adult Hip-Hop Intermediate Level Class w/Cristi September 26, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm See more details Adult Hip-Hop Beginning Level Class w/Cristi Adult Hip-Hop Beginning Level Class w/Cristi September 26, 2024 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	27	28 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 28, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details •
29	30 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun September 30, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Meeting four days each week at RJ Dance Studio, LLC Upstairs at 317 Court, Above Venti's Natural lighting, full mirrors, climate controlled Tues, Thurs, and Sat - 8:30-9:30am Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Mon, 5:30-6:30pm Streaming OnLine Call Teacher: Gudrun for all the details (503) 851-7491 See more details #4of 5, West Coast Swing, Beyond Basics #4of 5, West Coast Swing, Beyond Basics September 30, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #4 of a 5wk series Duration: 5/wks Mondays, Sept 9 - Oct 7 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $55/person for all five sessions. No pro-rates. A Beginning Level Series covering basic 6-count and 8-count material Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make every session. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). So, bring your friends to join you and fill up the class Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu West Coast Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details #4of 5, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level #4of 5, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level September 30, 2024 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Duration:5/wks Mondays, Sept 9 - Oct 7 7:45 - 8:45pm This is Week #4 of 5 classes A working introduction to material in both rhythms for American social Foxtrot. An excellent dance for wedding First Dance, too. Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. So, it important to try to make all the sessions. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people). So bring your friends to join you and fill the class. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 5-Week Series $55.00 USD from the Drop-Down Men Foxtrot description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details • • •