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Ballroom - Latin
- Swing - Variety
- Technique
Please call us at 540-382-8782
with any questions.
No partner necessary. Registration and fees vary by location.
Please check the Registration Information
page for details. Group classes are 4 lesson-hours long. Most
classes meet for 1 hour per week.
Workshops are classes that require only a 1-day commitment. These
can vary in length from 1-3 hours, and vary in skill level necessary
to participate.
Prerequisite classes can be replaced by private lessons. Contact
us for details or to schedule your private lessons: 540-382-8782,
info@sapphiredance.com.
Ballroom Classes |
Essential Ballroom | Learn grace and ease on the dance floor! Starting with the basics, we will introduce you to the concepts of lead-and-follow, dance frame, and musicality, while covering several patterns in the following smooth-style dances: Waltz, Tango, and Fox Trot.
We offer Levels 1-6 Essential Ballroom in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Level 1 | | Prerequisite: None - Excellent for Beginners! | | | Activity # - 312100-B1 | | | | Wednesdays, 6/06 - 6/27, 7:00 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Jae Registration Details
| | | Activity # - 312100-B2 | | | | Tuesdays, 7/10 - 7/31, 6:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
| | | Activity # - 312100-B3 | | | | Tuesdays, 8/14 - 9/04, 8:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
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Argentine Tango | The free spirited Argentine Tango was developed in the ghettos and brothels of Buenos Aires during the latter part of the nineteenth century. This dramatic dance has since hit North America, as well as the rest of the world, and grown to be a favorite on dance floors today!
We offer up to Level 4 Argentine Tango in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Level 1 | | Prerequisite: Level 2 Essential Ballroom suggested | | | Activity # - 312100-R1 | | | | Tuesdays, 6/05 - 6/26, 7:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
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Fox Trot | One of the standards of the Ballroom world, Fox Trot is introduced in the Essential Ballroom classes. Its slow saunter makes you feel care-free and ready to skip and glide across the floor. Frequently done to big band favorites, Fox Trot makes a great wedding dance.
We offer Levels 1-6 Fox Trot in Essential Ballroom group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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Quickstep | On your mark, get set, DANCE! Get ready to fly across the floor in the fun, fast-paced world of Quickstep. We'll cover a selection of traveling and cornering steps which will leave you prepared for take-off.
We offer Levels 1-4 Quickstep in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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Silver Waltz / Fox Trot | We're taking Waltz and Fox Trot, the quintessential Ballroom styles to a whole new place: more travel, more flow, more silvery shine!
| | Variations | | Prerequisite: Level 4 Essential Ballroom, or equivalent experience | | | Prerequisite: Level 4 Essential Ballroom | | | | Mondays, 4/30 - 5/21, 7:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Linda Registration Details
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Tango | One of the standards of the Ballroom world, Tango is introduced in the Essential Ballroom classes. The staccato timing and stalking grace of Tango create a passionate energy perfect for avid dancers.
We offer Levels 1-6 Tango in Essential Ballroom group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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Viennese Waltz | Get swept up in a whirlwind! This fast, traveling dance will intoxicate you with its constant rotation as you glide across the floor.
We offer up to Level 4 Viennese in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Upper Level Workshop | | Prerequisite: varies. | | | Level 1-2 Viennese Waltz
Who needs a Tilt-a-Whirl when you have Viennese Waltz? In this workshop, we’ll explore the power of rotation as we orbit the dance floor, seeking to achieve escape velocity using these stellar moves: Forward and Backward Hesitations, Side Hesitations, Switch Turn from Side Hesitation, Progressive Forward & Backward Hesitations, Half and Half, 1/5 Position Break, Cross Body Lead, CBL with Inside Turn, 1/5 Position Break in LOD.
~ Dancers should already be familiar with Left Turn, Right Turn, Change Step, and Hesitations.
| | | | Monday, 8/20, 7:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Dennis Registration Details
| | | Level 2-3 Viennese Waltz
Take flight in this fast spinning workshop using
Half and Half, 1/5 Position Break, Cross Body Lead, CBL with Inside Turn, 1/5 Position Break in LOD, Runaround, 1/5 Position break with Opposition, CBL with IST to Side by Side, Flairs Forward and Backward, Promenade Hesitation, Butterfly, Promenade Runs.
~ Dancers should already be able to dance Level 1 material:
Left Turn, Right Turn, Change Step, Forward and Backward Hesitations, Side Hesitations, Switch Turn from Side Hesitation, and Progressive Forward & Backward Hesitations. | | | | Monday, 8/27, 7:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Lane Registration Details
| | | Level 2-3 Viennese Waltz
You head will spin and your heart will soar in this exciting workshop using
Half and Half, 1/5 Position Break, Cross Body Lead, CBL with Inside Turn, 1/5 Position Break in LOD, Runaround, 1/5 Position break with Opposition, CBL with IST to Side by Side, Flairs Forward and Backward, Promenade Hesitation, Butterfly, Promenade Runs.
~ Dancers should already be able to dance Level 1 material:
Left Turn, Right Turn, Change Step, Forward and Backward Hesitations, Side Hesitations, Switch Turn from Side Hesitation, and Progressive Forward & Backward Hesitations. | | | | Monday, 9/10, 7:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Debbi Registration Details
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Waltz | One of the standards of the Ballroom world, Waltz is introduced in the Essential Ballroom classes. The light and airy grace of Waltz will have you gliding across the floor - whirling like you're in a classic romantic movie!
We offer Levels 1-6 Waltz in Essential Ballroom group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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Latin Classes |
Essential Latin | Experience the romance of Latin dance!
In these classes, we will cover the basics plus several patterns in Rumba, Merengue, and Cha-cha. We’ll also learn how to create the dynamic look and flirtatious style of Latin dances. We offer Levels 1-6 Essential Latin in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Level 1 | | A prefect class for beginners! Prerequisite: None | | | Activity # - 312100-L1 | | | | Wednesdays, 6/06 - 6/27, 8:00 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Jae Registration Details
| | | Activity # - 312100-L2 | | | | Tuesdays, 7/10 - 7/31, 7:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
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Bachata | Slower than Merengue and Salsa, Bachata is a Latin Dance Club must. The step patterns and rhythms are easy enough for new dancers to try and a great lead up to faster Salsas.
We offer up to Level 3 Bachata in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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Bolero | Bolero is a beautiful and dramatic dance, characterized by its smooth styling and “drop & drift” action. Testing our control and balance, this dance is suited for slower Rumba rhythms.
We offer up to Level 4 Bolero in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Level 1 | | Prerequisite: Previous Latin dance experience recommended. | | | Activity # - 312100-o1 | | | | Wednesdays, 7/11 - 8/01, 7:00 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Jae Registration Details
| | Upper Level Workshop | | Receive a one-night blast of information in this workshop! Prerequisite: Varies - See description. | | | Level 1-2 Bolero
This workshop is intended to get you up and get the Bolero cooking before we really attack the technique in the AdvTech Class starting Jan-11. We will have fun mixing and matching some of these patterns: Breaks (in every direction you can think of, including Outside), Open Break and UA Turn, Cross Body Lead, Left Side Pass, Right Side Pass, and Solo Switch Turns.
~ Students should be comfortable dancing the following patterns in any style: Forward and Back Breaks, 1/5 Position Breaks, Cross Over Breaks, Outside Breaks, Open Break and Underarm Turn (switch turn). Dances which use these patterns include Salsa, Rumba, Mambo, Cha-Cha, and (of course) Bolero. | | | | Monday, 9/10, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Linda Registration Details
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Cha Cha | One of the fundamental Latin dances, students first encounter in Cha Cha the Essential Latin series of classes. Fast and sassy, Cha Cha is an energetic, sexy dance which works well with hip hop, country, and classic rock as well as traditional Latin music.
We offer Levels 1-6 Cha Cha in Essential Latin group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Upper Level Workshop | | Receive a one-night blast of information in this workshop! Prerequisite: Varies - See description. | | | Level 3-4 Cha Cha
It’s time to dust off your hip action and wiggle your way into a harmless flirtation. We′ll get your body shaking with a delicious affair pulling from 5th Position Breaks, Outside Breaks, Half & Full Chase Turns, Cross Body Lead, Triple Cha Chas (Progressive), & Cross Body Lead with Inside Turn.
~ Students should already be comfortable with Levels 1 & 2 Cha Cha including Cross Over Breaks, Rotating Basic, Open Break & Under Arm Turns, Progressive Basic, & Solo Turns. | | | | Monday, 7/30, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Staff Registration Details
| | | Cha Cha Technique
Come flirt with the fine touches and enticing teases that will make your Cha Cha really go CHA. We’ll explore the body motion, power, and speed that make Cha Cha such a fun diversion from the everyday into a saucy little fling on the dance floor.
~ Students should already be comfortable with Levels 1 & 2 Cha Cha including Cross Over Breaks, Rotating Basic, Open Break & Under Arm Turns, Progressive Basic, & Solo Turns. | | | | Monday, 8/13, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Lane Registration Details
| | | Level 4-5 Cha Cha
As Buster Poindexter would say, this workshop is gonna be Hot!Hot!Hot! Spice up your Cha with a naughty combination of Full Chase Turns, Triple Basic (progressive & horizontal), Cross Body Lead w/ Inside Turn, and Right & Left side pass.
~ Participants should have knowledge of levels 1-3 which includes Cross-Over Breaks, Progressive Basic, Open-Break & Under-arm Turn, Solo Switch Turns, 5th position Breaks, Outside Breaks, Half Chase Turn, & Cross Body Lead. | | | | Monday, 8/27, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, David Registration Details
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International Rumba | A slow and passionate dance, International Rumba shares many figures with its American cousin, but has a style and grace all its own.
We offer Levels 1-2 International Rumba in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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Night Club 2-Step | Looking for something interesting to do to all those slow songs at weddings or office parties? Here's your dance. Night Club 2 is a slow, romantic dance suitable for proms, banquets, weddings (especially the First Dance), and any other special occasion.
We offer Levels 1-6 Night Club 2 in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Upper Level Workshop | | Get a one-night blast of information in this workshop! Prerequisite: Varies - See description. | | | Level 2-3 Night Club Two-Step
Join us and take this romantic dance beyond the basics and into the ebb and flow that make this dance so smooth and sweet... This workshop could include Man’s Outside UAT, Alternating Outside Turns, Man’s Back Pass, Right Rotation to Side Cross, Open Break to Inside UAT & Side Cross, Side Cross Basics from Belt Turn or Left Rotation, Dual Outside UAT, R-L or R-L-R UATs for Lady, Left Rotation with Inside UAT, Man’s Inside UAT to Side Cross, and Traveling Side Crosses. Whew! What a class!
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Dancers should already know Level 1 material including Lady’s Switch Turns (Right and Left), Left Rotation to Side Cross, 5th position breaks, and Belt Turn. | | | | Monday, 6/25, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Dennis Registration Details
| | | Night Club 2-Step Technique
With simplicity, comes elegance. With control, comes balance. With this class comes both. Make your Night Club simply elegant and unique among all the dances we teach.
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Participants should be comfortable with all the Level 1 Night Club material including Lady’s Switch Turns (Right and Left), Left Rotation to Side Cross, 5th position breaks, and Belt Turn. | | | | Monday, 7/09, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Dennis Registration Details
| | | Level 3-4 Night Club 2-Step
When you’re in the mood for moonlight and music, Night Club 2-step is your dance. Join us as we channel all things nocturne, mysterious, and romantic in this class selecting from Dual Outside Turns (i.e. Barrel Turn), R-L or R-L-R Underarm Switch Turns for Lady, Left Rotation with Inside Turn, Man’s Inside Turn to Side Cross, Traveling Side Crosses, Opening Out to R & L, Right Rotation to Outside Underarm Turn, Cuddle, Flip Flop Side Crosses, and Shadow Breaks. Master these possibilities and you’re “gonna take a ride across the moon.”
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Dancers should already be familiar with Lady’s Outside and Inside Underarm Switch Turns, Left and Right Rotation to Side Cross, 5th Position Breaks, Man’s Switch Turns and Back Pass, Belt Turn, Open Break to Inside Turn and Side Cross, Side Cross Basics in Double Hand hold and closed position. | | | | Monday, 7/23, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Jae Registration Details
| | | Level 4-5 Night Club 2-Step
You know - We belong to the Night. We are creatures of the Night. Because the Night belongs to DANCERS! And Night Club 2 will belong to you after these workshops. We’ll be focusing selections from these great moves: Opening Out to R & L, Right Rotation to Outside Underarm Turn, Cuddle, Flip Flop Side Crosses, Shadow Breaks, Open Break to Double Inside Underarm Turn, Peek-A-Boo, Back Spot Turn, and Side-by-Side Walks to Lady’s Outside Underarm.
~ Dancers should already be familiar with Lady’s Outside and Inside Underarm Switch Turns, Left Rotation and Right Rotation to Side Cross, 5th Position Breaks, Man’s Outside Underarm Switch Turn and Back Pass (independent or alternating with Lady), Belt Turn, Inside Turn and Side Cross, Side Cross Basics in Double Hand hold and closed position, Dual Outside Turns (i.e. Barrel Turn), R-L or R-L-R Underarm Switch Turns for Lady, Left Rotation with Inside Turn, Man’s Inside Turn to Side Cross (Pizza Guy), and Traveling Side Crosses. | | | | Monday, 8/06, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Debbi Registration Details
| | | Level 5+ Night Club 2-Step
We’re really reaching for the stars with this workshop. Just look at some of the spectacular moves we’ll be choosing from: Open Break to Double Inside Underarm Turn, Peek-A-Boo, Back Spot Turn, Side-by-Side Walks to Lady’s Outside Underarm, Right Side Pass, Wrap, Hammerlock Variations and much more!
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Dancers should already be familiar with Lady’s Outside and Inside Underarm Switch Turns, Left Rotation and Right Rotation to Side Cross, 5th Position Breaks, Man’s Outside Underarm Switch Turn and Man’s Back Pass (independent or alternating with Lady), Belt Turn, Open Break to Inside Turn and Side Cross, Side Cross Basics in Double Hand hold and closed position, Dual Outside Turns (i.e. Barrel Turn), R-L or R-L-R Underarm Switch Turns for Lady, Left Rotation with Inside Turn, Man’s Inside Turn to Side Cross, Traveling Side Crosses, Opening Out to R & L, Right Rotation to Outside Underarm Turn, Cuddle, Flip Flop Side Crosses, and Shadow Breaks. | | | | Monday, 8/20, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Linda Registration Details
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Rumba | One of the fundamental Latin dances, students first encounter in Rumba the Essential Latin series of classes. Slow and romantic, Rumba is a luxurious dance which spans music styles. It also makes a great first dance for a wedding couple.
We offer Levels 1-6 Rumba in Essential Latin group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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Salsa | Learn the hottest dance around! Kick up your heels and make sparks fly as you spin and shine on the dance floor. This fast, sassy dance is the epitome of the Latin dance-club experience.
We offer Levels 1-6 Salsa in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Upper Level Workshop | | Get a one-night blast of information in this workshop! Prerequisite: varies - see description | | | Salsa Technique
Don’t just get the steps, pack them with action, power, and spicy attitude. In this workshop, we’ll take the basics of this sexy, fast dance and make them shine while we focus on musicality and rhythm, Latin motion, refining turn technique, and keeping connection. If you want to have more sizzle in your Salsa, don’t miss out on this workshop!
~ Students should be comfortable with Level 1 material: Basics (Mambo, Progressive), Cucarachas, Fifth Position Breaks w/ Chasse Turn ending, Open Break and Lady’s Outside UA Turn, & Cross Body Lead. | | | | Monday, 6/04, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Staff Registration Details
| | | Level 3-4 Salsa
Let′s get the party started with this fast-paced workshop designed to challenge intermediate dancers and inspire advanced dancers. We′ll cover an exciting combination of the following moves: Cross Body Lead with Inside Turn, Lasso, Double Hand Comb, Full Chase Turns, Left Side Pass, Promenade Swivel, Peek-A-Boo, Spiral, Right Side Pass, and Back Spot Turn.
~ Students should be confident with Level 1 & 2 materials: Basics, Cucarachas, Fifth Position Breaks with Chasse Turn ending, Open Break and Lady′s Outside UA Turn, Cross Body Lead, Outside Breaks, Cross Over Break from Cross Body Lead, Man′s Back Pass, & Half Chase Turns. | | | | Monday, 6/18, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, David Registration Details
| | | Level 4-5 Salsa
Getting hotter as it gets more challenging, this high level workshop is not for the Mild-at-Heart. After this class, dancers will be jazzing up the dance floor with combinations from Promenade Swivel, Peek-A-Boo, Spiral, Right Side Pass and Back Spot Turn, Peek-A-Boo w/ hand on back, Spiral to Head Roll, Arm Check, Mirror Breaks & other handshake sequences.
~ Students should have knowledge of material listed for the previous Salsa workshop plus Cross Body Lead w/ Inside Turn, Full Chase Turns, Lasso, Double Hand Comb, & Left Side Pass. | | | | Monday, 7/02, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Lane Registration Details
| | | Level 5-6 Salsa
We′re going further than we′ve gone before with this series of fun-filled Salsa Workshops. Climb on board as we spin, comb, and shine our way to Salsa bliss! Material will be chosen from Promenade Swivel, Peek-A-Boo, Spiral, Right Side Pass and Back Spot Turn, Peek-A-Boo lead from the back, Spiral to Head Roll, Arm Check, Mirror Breaks, and what ever else comes from our imaginations.
~ Dancers should already be comfortable with Levels 1-4.
| | | | Monday, 7/16, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Lane Registration Details
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Samba | Samba is an exotic, fast-paced dance based on Brazilian rhythms and sporting a look and style unlike any other Latin dance.
We offer up to Level 4 Samba in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Upper Level Workshop | | Prerequisite: Varies - See description. | | | Level 1-2 Samba
It’s Carnival at Sapphire when we explore this exciting, sexy dance. We’ll shake our tail feathers with some variation of Box rotating, Samba walks in Promenade Position, Botafogos in Promenade Position, Side Basic, Open Break & Under Arm Turn, stationary Samba walks, extended box, botafogos in promenade.
~ You should be comfortable with Level 1 material which includes Basic, Basic rotating, 5th position breaks(whisks), Box, Box rotating, Side Basic, Open Break & Under Arm Turn. | | | | Monday, 6/04, 7:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Dennis Registration Details
| | | Level 2-3 Samba
Watch the dancing get hotter as we bounce the night away with some variation of stationary Samba walks, extended box, botafogos in counter promenade, criss cross botafogos, & backward & forward traveling botafogos. Think you might see a botafogo?
~ You should be comfortable with Level 1 material which includes Basic, Basic rotating, 5th position breaks(whisks), Box, Box rotating, Samba walks in Promenade Position, Botafogos in Promenade Position, Side Basic, Open Break & Under Arm Turn. | | | | Monday, 6/11, 7:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Linda Registration Details
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Swing Classes |
Essential Swing | Get your groove on with this up-beat and popular dance class! Starting with the basics of Single-Time Swing, East Coast Swing, and Hustle, these classes will get you "swinging" with some of the most versatile styles of dancing around.
We offer Levels 1-6 Essential Swing in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Level 1 | | A great place to Start! Prerequisite: None | | | Activity # - 312100-S1 | | | | Tuesdays, 6/05 - 6/26, 8:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
| | | Activity # - 312100-S2 | | | | Wednesdays, 7/11 - 8/01, 8:00 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Jae Registration Details
| | Level 2 | | Prerequisite: L1 Essential Swing | | | Activity # - 312100-S3 | | | | Wednesdays, 8/15 - 9/05, 8:00 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Jae Registration Details
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Carolina Shag | Who doesn't love Beach Music? Wouldn't you love to be able to dance to it? Not covered in the regular Swing Classes, Carolina Shag is great for beach music and is all about fancy feet. The material will mostly be lead/follow patterns, with only a few "mirror patterns."
We offer up to Level 4 Ca. Shag in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | 8-Week Intensive | | Prerequisite: Level 4 Essential Swing or Level 1 Carolina Shag | | | | Mondays, 6/18 - 8/13, 7:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Linda Registration Details
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East Coast Swing | Typically introduced in the Essential Swing Series, East Coast Swing is done to bouncy or groovy rock n' roll, new wave, and up-beat blues. These classes/workshops will talk about how to get that swingin' style as well as the turns and timing changes which make ECSwing the big daddy of swing styles.
We offer Levels 1-6 East Coast in Essential Swing group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Upper Level Workshop | | Prerequisite: Varies - See description. | | | Level 5-6 Swing: East Coast and Single Time
Get into the groove with one more crack at the parallel universes of Single Time and Triple Time Swing. (If you behave, you might even get to see Double time!) We’ll make one more super pattern featuring Lindy Circle, Peek-A-Boo, Sliding Doors, Hen Peck and Tuck Turn (from closed position) Shadow Catch with Wrist Spin, Whip, and Whip with Outside Turn (maybe Whip with Inside Turn).
~ You should already be comfortable with Basic, Outside and Inside UA Turns, Belt Turn, Basic in closed (with and without rotation), Hammerlock, Cuddle, Whip In, Throw Out, Alternating Inside Turns, Handshake Tuck Turn (with Free Spin), Handshake to Arm Slide, & 4 Walks/ 4 Kicks. | | | | Monday, 5/21, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Staff Registration Details
| | | Level 6+ Swing: East Coast and Single Time
| | | | Monday, 6/11, 8:00 pm, Sapphire Studio, Staff Registration Details
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Hustle | Get down and boogie - Disco Fever is still raging and there's nothing like Hustle to get you groovin' and movin'. Typically introduced in the Essential Swing Series, 4-Count Hustle is done to faster music and danced with a steady, driving rhythm. Not covered in Essential Swing, 3-Count Hustle speeds the steps up for slower music and adds some syncopation to the rhythm. These classes/workshops will cover both styles as well as the turns, turns, and more turns which made the Disco Inferno Hot! (4-week Classes focus more on 3-Count, while workshops address both styles equally.)
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Lindy Hop | Any Hep Cat can tell you – this dance is smooth and sophisticated! Lindy Hop is a flashy swing dance often shown in movies and commercials. While there are many different types and styles of Lindy today, we will focus on a slotted 8-count dance with a healthy dose of 6-count mixed.
We offer up to Level 4 Lindy Hop in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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West Coast Swing | Slinky, sassy, and sexy - what more can you ask for in a dance? Not covered in the regular Swing Classes, West Coast is a type of swing that's all about the attitude.
We offer Levels 1-6 West Coast in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
| | Level 1 | | Prerequisite: Prior Swing Experience | | | Activity # - 312100-W1 | | | | Tuesdays, 8/14 - 9/04, 6:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
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Country Classes |
Country Line Dance | Learn to dance the Cowboy Way!
Country line dance is an easy and fun
way to get your feet moving and your
toes tapping.
As sassy or as reserved as you
decide to make it, this “solo” style of
dancing gives you the moves and
then the freedom to let your own
personality shine through.
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Country Two-Step | Country two-step is a fast-paced dance that really travels around the floor, and is all about turning the girl. So, if you like to spin or be spun, this dance will knock your socks off! Boots and Hats not required.
We offer up to Level 4 Two-Step in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
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Variety Classes |
"Steppin' Up" Variety Class | In this class, we will reinforce patterns that have most likely been introduced before, focusing on the finer points of lead/follow and styling, as well as explore variation of these syllabus figures. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for avid, experienced bronze dancers to maintain and improve their ability in several dances. (This is unlike our focused 6 week classes, where students spend the entire class working on only 3-4 dances.)
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Class-By-Request | These time slots are reserved for students to request specific classes. If you have a class in mind, look for a couple time slots that work for you and contact us. We’ll try to find at least 5 other people who want that class, and presto! We have a new class (by request).
Note - CBRs must be organized no less than a week before the class starts.
| | | Prerequisite: Varies | | | Activity # - 312100-Q2 | | | | Tuesdays, 6/05 - 6/26, 6:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
| | | Activity # - 312100-Q3 | | | | Tuesdays, 7/10 - 7/31, 8:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
| | | Activity # - 312100-Q4 | | | | Tuesdays, 8/14 - 9/04, 7:15 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Lane Registration Details
| | | Activity # - 312100-Q5 | | | | Wednesdays, 8/15 - 9/05, 7:00 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Jae Registration Details
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Dancing for Cruises and Special Occasions | Don't sit through another evening watching others dance! Learn a variety of dances including variations of both Foxtrot and Rumba adapted specifically for the music you'll hear and space available on cruises, at banquets, and at other special occasions.
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Dancing Without A Partner | This class teaches Ballroom, Latin, and Swing dances as line dances, so not only do you not need a partner, this class gives you a great way to practice technique, style, and steps by yourself. It's excellent for light exercise too!
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Intro to Social Dance | Don't spend another evening watching others dance! This class will take you on a tour of some of our most popular social dance styles. You will learn the basics of lead and follow, dance position, and a mix of slow and fast dances. Material can be partially determined by class requests.
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Just-4-Teens | Like dance movies? Want to learn to move like the stars? This teen-oriented class will focus on the social dance styles featured in so many recent movies. You will learn the basics of lead and follow, dance position, and a mix of Latin, swing, and smooth style dances. Material will be partially determined by class vote.
NOTE:Starting August 29, J-4-T will convert to a 4-session format.
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Proms and Formals | Want to actually dance with your date at that big event coming up? Try this class. We'll take a sampling of swing, latin, and smooth style dances to prepare you to groove, spin, and dip to whatever music the DJ plays...
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Sampler | Absolutely perfect for new dancers, the Sampler is for everyone interested in dance classes, but not sure where to start. Come out to see styles from the “Essential” classes, hear about discounts, ask questions, and learn a little dancing. This one-hour class is your chance to try us out before committing to a 4-week class.
Everyone who joins us this evening will a receive a coupon for $5 OFF the registration fee of any Winter/Spring Partner Dance Class in Blacksburg.
| | | Prerequisite: None | | | Activity # 312100-Q1 | | | | Tuesday, 5/22, 7:00 pm, Blacksburg Community Center, Staff Registration Details
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Technique Classes |
First & Final Flourishes | Ever feel awkward at a dance? Not sure how to start dancing, and not sure what to do when the music ends? This class is for you.
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Lead & Follow | A great class to stretch your ideas about what leading and following is all about. Learn how your connection points communicate with your partner. Ideal for a seasoned beginner or intermediate, but new dancers can gain from this class too.
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Technique, Turns & Styling for Rhythm Dances | Learn how to improve your look and feel on the floor through proper body movement, posture, sharper turns and arm styling. It is recommended to have taken at least 6 weeks of Swing or Latin, though this class is valuable for dancers at all levels.
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Technique, Turns & Styling for Smooth Dances | Learn how to improve your look and feel on the floor through proper body movement, posture, better balanced turns, and arm styling. It is recommended to have taken at least 6 weeks of Ballroom, though this class is valuable for dancers at all levels.
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