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LINDY HOP SWING CLASSES:
5 WEDNESDAYS, STARTS APRIL 3 - MAY 1st,
(possible follow up with 4 weeks in May)
1hr 15 min each class

$70/person
Drop-in for first class only: $20

This is week #5 of 5
6:30 pm - THE SHIM SHAM & VERNACULAR JAZZ STEPS - ALL LEVELS - the Shim Sham is a vintage Swing line dance that is traditionally danced at every Swing dance. Vernacular Jazz steps will be added to introduce some of the foundational steps of early Swing and the Lindy Hop - FUN!

Denise Steele studied with Frankie Manning, the Father of the Lindy Hop. He often invited her to teach and perform with him nationally and internationally. In Oregon she taught through her studios The Joint is Jumpin’ for over 25 years and brought many Swing Era dance legends to our area. She now travels frequently - so dont miss this opportunity to catch her while she’s local!

LINDY HOP SWING CLASSES - with Guest Instructor, DENISE STEELE:
5 WEDNESDAYS, STARTS APRIL 3 - MAY 1st
(possible follow up with 4 weeks in May)
1hr 15 min each

$70/person
Drop-in for first class only: $20

This is week #5 of 5

7:45 pm - BEGINNING 8 COUNT LINDY HOP, learn the authentic swing dance of the 20’s & 30’s. Original Savoy Styling with emphasis on historically accurate steps and excellent lead/follow skills. This class will build progressively so it is highly recommended that you attend all classes, especially the first class. Denise taught and performed with Frankie Manning - the most creative force behind the Lindy. If you have wanted to learn the Lindy Hop, this is the place to start ... or brush off your basics!

Denise Steele studied with Frankie Manning, the Father of the Lindy Hop. He often invited her to teach and perform with him nationally and internationally. In Oregon she taught through her studios The Joint is Jumpin’ for over 25 years and brought many Swing Era dance legends to our area. She now travels frequently - so dont miss this opportunity to catch her while she’s local!

Duration:Description
Thursdays, April 4th - May 2nd
This is Week #5 of 5 classes

This is a BeTween Level class which is Beyond Beginning Level 1, but not quite Level 2
Cost: $49/person for all five sessions OR $15/person drop-in each week
- includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series.

Each class session can stand independent of the previous week's material. Students are encouraged to ask questions and give input as to problem areas they are experiencing in their dance.

Ballroom Tango Dance Description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description: Duration:
Thursdays, April 4th - May 2nd
This is Week #5 of 5 classes

This is a BeTween Level class which is Beyond Beginning Level 1, but not quite Level 2
Cost: $49/person for all five sessions OR $15/person drop-in each week
- includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series.

Each class session can stand independent of the previous week's material. Students are encouraged to ask questions and give input as to problem areas they are experiencing in their dance.

West Coast Swing description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Sunday, May 5th - ONE DAY ONLY
2:30-7:00pm

An entire afternoon of West Coast Swing workshops and Social Dance with Guest Instructor, Joy Davina
right here in Salem!!

Wonderful Whips - for West Coast Swing
2:30 -  Same Side Whips
3:30 - Adding Turns and Styling
4:30 - Scrolling and Bending the Slot
5:30-7:00, Just Dance

$15/person, each workshop
$35/person All 3-workshops
$5/person, Just Dance

Please RSVP so we know you are coming and to balance Lead/Follow ratio. No Partners are necessary. We will be rotating partners throughout the day.

Description:Duration:
Mondays, May 6th - 20th
This is Week #1 of 3 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $39/person for all three sessions - OR - $15/person drop-in each week
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series for those participating in the entire series.

This is a BeTween Level class which is Beyond Beginning Level 1, but not quite Level 2
Completion of a Level 1 Foxtrot class is needed to continue with BeTweener Level.

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. This is staple of ballroom dances and a great place for brand new dancers to get started. It's also a good wedding First Dance, if that is coming up in your future.

Foxtrot description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Mondays, May 6th - 20th
This is Week #1 of 3 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $39/person for all three sessions - OR - $15/person drop-in each week
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series for those participating in the entire series.

This is a BeTween Level class which is Beyond Beginning Level 1, but not quite Level 2
Completion of a Level 1 Foxtrot class is needed to continue with BeTweener Level.

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. This is staple of ballroom dances and a great place for brand new dancers to get started. It's also a good wedding First Dance, if that is coming up in your future.

West Coast Swing description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Duration: On-Going
Tuesdays - 6:30 - 7:30pm

Cost:  $15/person each class drop-in

Participants of this class - stay for the Tuesday Social Dance for 1/2 price.  This is a truly Level 2 class.  Partners are needed for this class only.

Participants pick the dance rhythm they want to address each week, so it can change from week to week.
Call or email to inquire what dance is being taught that week, for drop-in purposes.
If you call, PLEASE leave a message. 

Dance descriptions:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Wednesdays, May 8th - 29th
This is Week #1 of 4 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $45/person for all four sessions
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material.

This Swing comes by various names:
Basic Swing (Slow, Slow, Rock Step)
East Coast Swing (Rock Step, Slow, Slow)
6-Count Lindy (Rock Step, Slow, Slow)

Whatever it's called, this is a fun First Swing dance to get started with.

Swing description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Thursdays, May 9th - 30th
This is Week #1 of 4 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $45/person for all four sessions
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material.
Waltz is the perfect romantic dance of rise and fall, glide and sway.

Waltz description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Thursdays, May 9th - 30th
This is Week #1 of 4 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $45/person for all four sessions
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material.
Everybody can learn the ChaCha and they should! The rhythm is accented by strong, compelling percussions, making it easy to identify in the music.  It's a bit slower than Salsa, but just as energetic. When you hear ChaCha, you just gotta get up and move!

ChaCha description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Mondays, May 6th - 20th
This is Week #2 of 3 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $39/person for all three sessions - OR - $15/person drop-in each week
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series for those participating in the entire series.

This is a BeTween Level class which is Beyond Beginning Level 1, but not quite Level 2
Completion of a Level 1 Foxtrot class is needed to continue with BeTweener Level.

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. This is staple of ballroom dances and a great place for brand new dancers to get started. It's also a good wedding First Dance, if that is coming up in your future.

Foxtrot description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Mondays, May 6th - 20th
This is Week #2 of 3 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $39/person for all three sessions - OR - $15/person drop-in each week
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series for those participating in the entire series.

This is a BeTween Level class which is Beyond Beginning Level 1, but not quite Level 2
Completion of a Level 1 Foxtrot class is needed to continue with BeTweener Level.

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. This is staple of ballroom dances and a great place for brand new dancers to get started. It's also a good wedding First Dance, if that is coming up in your future.

West Coast Swing description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Duration: On-Going
Tuesdays - 6:30 - 7:30pm

Cost:  $15/person each class drop-in

Participants of this class - stay for the Tuesday Social Dance for 1/2 price.  This is a truly Level 2 class.  Partners are needed for this class only.

Participants pick the dance rhythm they want to address each week, so it can change from week to week.
Call or email to inquire what dance is being taught that week, for drop-in purposes.
If you call, PLEASE leave a message. 

Dance descriptions:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Wednesdays, May 8th - 29th
This is Week #2 of 4 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $45/person for all four sessions
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material.

This Swing comes by various names:
Basic Swing (Slow, Slow, Rock Step)
East Coast Swing (Rock Step, Slow, Slow)
6-Count Lindy (Rock Step, Slow, Slow)

Whatever it's called, this is a fun First Swing dance to get started with.

Swing description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Thursdays, May 9th - 30th
This is Week #2 of 4 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $45/person for all four sessions
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material.
Waltz is the perfect romantic dance of rise and fall, glide and sway.

Waltz description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Thursdays, May 9th - 30th
This is Week #2 of 4 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $45/person for all four sessions
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material.
Everybody can learn the ChaCha and they should! The rhythm is accented by strong, compelling percussions, making it easy to identify in the music.  It's a bit slower than Salsa, but just as energetic. When you hear ChaCha, you just gotta get up and move!

ChaCha description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Mondays, May 6th - 20th
This is Week #3 of 3 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $39/person for all three sessions - OR - $15/person drop-in each week
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series for those participating in the entire series.

This is a BeTween Level class which is Beyond Beginning Level 1, but not quite Level 2
Completion of a Level 1 Foxtrot class is needed to continue with BeTweener Level.

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. This is staple of ballroom dances and a great place for brand new dancers to get started. It's also a good wedding First Dance, if that is coming up in your future.

Foxtrot description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Mondays, May 6th - 20th
This is Week #3 of 3 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $39/person for all three sessions - OR - $15/person drop-in each week
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series for those participating in the entire series.

This is a BeTween Level class which is Beyond Beginning Level 1, but not quite Level 2
Completion of a Level 1 Foxtrot class is needed to continue with BeTweener Level.

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material. This is staple of ballroom dances and a great place for brand new dancers to get started. It's also a good wedding First Dance, if that is coming up in your future.

West Coast Swing description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Wednesdays, May 8th - 29th
This is Week #3 of 4 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $45/person for all four sessions
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material.

This Swing comes by various names:
Basic Swing (Slow, Slow, Rock Step)
East Coast Swing (Rock Step, Slow, Slow)
6-Count Lindy (Rock Step, Slow, Slow)

Whatever it's called, this is a fun First Swing dance to get started with.

Swing description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/

Description:Duration:
Thursdays, May 9th - 30th
This is Week #3 of 4 classes
Class runs for 75-minutes

Cost: $45/person for all four sessions
Class minimum is 8/people (4/couples)
Includes admission to one Tuesday Night Social Dance during the class series

Each class session will build upon the previous week's material.
Everybody can learn the ChaCha and they should! The rhythm is accented by strong, compelling percussions, making it easy to identify in the music.  It's a bit slower than Salsa, but just as energetic. When you hear ChaCha, you just gotta get up and move!

ChaCha description:
https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/