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	January 2025
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			1 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 1, 2025 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 January 1, 2025 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 January 1, 2025 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 • • •	2 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 2, 2025 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 January 2, 2025 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 January 2, 2025 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	3	4 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 4, 2025 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 •
5	6 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 6, 2025 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 •	7 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 7, 2025 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 Tuesday Social Dances January 7, 2025 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. Why drive to Portland when there is are social dance opportunities right here in Salem for a ballroom/mix on Tuesdays and West Coast Swing on Wednesdays. I would hope 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 on Tuesday 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 • •	8 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 8, 2025 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 January 8, 2025 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 January 8, 2025 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 • • •	9 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 9, 2025 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 January 9, 2025 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 January 9, 2025 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	10	11 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 11, 2025 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 •
12	13 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 13, 2025 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 4, West Coast Swing, 6-ct Basics #1of 4, West Coast Swing, 6-ct Basics January 13, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #1 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 3 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. A Beginning Level Series covering only the basic 6-count material Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make every session. A another 4/wk series will immediately follow this one to cover the 8-count material. Both 6-count AND 8-count figures are used in West Coast. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). If the minimum is not met, Class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu West Coast Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details #1of 4, Basic SIMPLE Swing #1of 4, Basic SIMPLE Swing January 13, 2025 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Week #1 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 3 7:45 - 87:45pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. There are several Swing styles, and while West Coast Swing seems to be the rave right now, it's not the only Swing option and it's not a fit for everyone. So, what do you do when the swing music is pretty fast tempo (Songs like, Swing City, In the Mood, Jump Jive n' Wailing)?? You need to change gears to a simple Swing version that accommodates that faster tempo. Basic Swing is the answer. A very simple, albeit faster, Swing version. It's a REALLY good place to start for brand new "baby" dancers. Other names for this Swing style are: Jitterbug and Big Band, just to name a few. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). If the minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Basic Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details • • •	14 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 14, 2025 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 4, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level #1of 4, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level January 14, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Duration:4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 4 7:45 - 8:45pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. This is Week #1 of 4 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). If minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Foxtrot description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Tuesday Social Dances Tuesday Social Dances January 14, 2025 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. Why drive to Portland when there is are social dance opportunities right here in Salem for a ballroom/mix on Tuesdays and West Coast Swing on Wednesdays. I would hope 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 on Tuesday 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 • • •	15 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 15, 2025 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 4, Night Club, Level 1 #1of 4, Night Club, Level 1 January 15, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #1 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Wednesdays, Jan 15 - Feb 5 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. A dance created in the mid-60’s, the Night Club 2-Step is danced to a slow to medium slow tempo that lends itself well to today’s contemporary music. This dance works well on both small and large floors, making it very versatile. Its simple side to side movement gives the dance a very fluid feeling. Its simple patterns will get you dancing in no time. Although this dance is danced in Country circles, it is NOT Country 2-Step. This is a Club dance. 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). If minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. So bring your friends to join you. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Night Club description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels January 15, 2025 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 January 15, 2025 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 • • • •	16 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 16, 2025 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 January 16, 2025 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 January 16, 2025 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	17	18 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 18, 2025 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 •
19	20 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 20, 2025 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 4, West Coast Swing, 6-ct Basics #2of 4, West Coast Swing, 6-ct Basics January 20, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #2 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 3 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. A Beginning Level Series covering only the basic 6-count material Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make every session. A another 4/wk series will immediately follow this one to cover the 8-count material. Both 6-count AND 8-count figures are used in West Coast. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). If the minimum is not met, Class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu West Coast Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details #2of 4, Basic SIMPLE Swing #2of 4, Basic SIMPLE Swing January 20, 2025 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Week #2 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 3 7:45 - 87:45pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. There are several Swing styles, and while West Coast Swing seems to be the rave right now, it's not the only Swing option and it's not a fit for everyone. So, what do you do when the swing music is pretty fast tempo (Songs like, Swing City, In the Mood, Jump Jive n' Wailing)?? You need to change gears to a simple Swing version that accommodates that faster tempo. Basic Swing is the answer. A very simple, albeit faster, Swing version. It's a REALLY good place to start for brand new "baby" dancers. Other names for this Swing style are: Jitterbug and Big Band, just to name a few. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). If the minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Basic Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details • • •	21 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 21, 2025 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 4, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level #2of 4, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level January 21, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Duration:4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 4 7:45 - 8:45pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. This is Week #2 of 4 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). If minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Foxtrot description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Tuesday Social Dances Tuesday Social Dances January 21, 2025 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. Why drive to Portland when there is are social dance opportunities right here in Salem for a ballroom/mix on Tuesdays and West Coast Swing on Wednesdays. I would hope 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 on Tuesday 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 • • •	22 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 22, 2025 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 4, Night Club, Level 1 #2of 4, Night Club, Level 1 January 22, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #2 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Wednesdays, Jan 15 - Feb 5 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. A dance created in the mid-60’s, the Night Club 2-Step is danced to a slow to medium slow tempo that lends itself well to today’s contemporary music. This dance works well on both small and large floors, making it very versatile. Its simple side to side movement gives the dance a very fluid feeling. Its simple patterns will get you dancing in no time. Although this dance is danced in Country circles, it is NOT Country 2-Step. This is a Club dance. 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). If minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. So bring your friends to join you. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Night Club description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels January 22, 2025 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 January 22, 2025 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 • • • •	23 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 23, 2025 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 January 23, 2025 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 January 23, 2025 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	24	25 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 25, 2025 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 •
26	27 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 27, 2025 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 4, West Coast Swing, 6-ct Basics #3of 4, West Coast Swing, 6-ct Basics January 27, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #3 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 3 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. A Beginning Level Series covering only the basic 6-count material Each class session will build upon the previous week's material, so it's important to try to make every session. A another 4/wk series will immediately follow this one to cover the 8-count material. Both 6-count AND 8-count figures are used in West Coast. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). If the minimum is not met, Class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu West Coast Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details #3of 4, Basic SIMPLE Swing #3of 4, Basic SIMPLE Swing January 27, 2025 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Week #3 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 3 7:45 - 87:45pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. There are several Swing styles, and while West Coast Swing seems to be the rave right now, it's not the only Swing option and it's not a fit for everyone. So, what do you do when the swing music is pretty fast tempo (Songs like, Swing City, In the Mood, Jump Jive n' Wailing)?? You need to change gears to a simple Swing version that accommodates that faster tempo. Basic Swing is the answer. A very simple, albeit faster, Swing version. It's a REALLY good place to start for brand new "baby" dancers. Other names for this Swing style are: Jitterbug and Big Band, just to name a few. Group class minimum of four couples (eight people, 4/leads, 4/follows). If the minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Basic Swing description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details • • •	28 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 28, 2025 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 4, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level #3of 4, Ballroom Foxtrot, Beginning Level January 28, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Duration:4/wks Mondays, Jan 13 - Feb 4 7:45 - 8:45pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. This is Week #3 of 4 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). If minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. 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: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Foxtrot description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details Tuesday Social Dances Tuesday Social Dances January 28, 2025 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm A weekly social dance that's been happening every week for over 30 years. Why drive to Portland when there is are social dance opportunities right here in Salem for a ballroom/mix on Tuesdays and West Coast Swing on Wednesdays. I would hope 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 on Tuesday 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 • • •	29 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 29, 2025 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 4, Night Club, Level 1 #3of 4, Night Club, Level 1 January 29, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Week #3 of a 4wk series Duration: 4/wks Wednesdays, Jan 15 - Feb 5 6:30 - 7:30pm Cost: $45/person for all four sessions. No pro-rates. A dance created in the mid-60’s, the Night Club 2-Step is danced to a slow to medium slow tempo that lends itself well to today’s contemporary music. This dance works well on both small and large floors, making it very versatile. Its simple side to side movement gives the dance a very fluid feeling. Its simple patterns will get you dancing in no time. Although this dance is danced in Country circles, it is NOT Country 2-Step. This is a Club dance. 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). If minimum is not met, class will be moved, canceled or postponed. So bring your friends to join you. Please RSVP by email. Pre-Pay for class: RJ Dance Studio - Make a Payment Select Option: 4-Week Series $45.00 USD from the Drop-Down Menu Night Club description: https://rjdance.com/dance-descriptions/ See more details OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels OnGoing West Coast, Int/Adv Levels January 29, 2025 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 January 29, 2025 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 • • • •	30 Jazzercise w/Gudrun Jazzercise w/Gudrun January 30, 2025 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 January 30, 2025 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 January 30, 2025 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm See more details • • •	31