Beginner Social Ballroom Dance Class

This class series runs for eight Sundays, starting on June 20 and ending on August 15. There will be no class on July 4. No previous dance experience is required.

Cost:

• FREE for Caltech students (with ID)
• $8 per class or $60/series (8 weeks) in advance for Caltech affiliates and alumni and for students of other universities (with ID)
• $12 per class or $90/series (8 weeks) in advance for all others

Learn to dance like the stars!

This class series is an introduction to a variety of social dance styles, suitable for those with little or no experience with social dancing. We'll cover the basics of American-style Foxtrot, Cha-Cha, Tango, Triple Swing, Waltz, and Rumba, with a focus on leading and following in social situations. Classes will cover moves in all six dances, techniques for better leading and following, and free social dancing time.

Prerequisites: No special attire, partner, or previous dance experience needed. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that won't fall off while dancing.

About the instructor: Jay Daigle is an alumnus of the Claremont Ballroom Dance Company, the Cambridge University Dancesport Team, and the XS Latin Formation Team.