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Workshops and Special Classes
Stillness in Every Stroke: A Mindful Calligraphy Workshop
May 31st, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Through stillness, mindful movement and shodo, participants experience how brushwork can mirror our essential energy (ki) and thus offer spiritual guidance. No prior experience necessary.
Poetry Workshops: Making Peace with Change
Every Thursday from May 30 through June 27, 2025
Change is scary! If change feels like that to you, join Christine Ellsworth, MA for five poetry sessions on a journey toward making peace with change. We'll wander through colorful poetry from around the world —and North Dakota - geared toward helping us identify where we came from, who we are now, and the amazing person we're becoming.
West Coast Swing Clinic
Friday March 28, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
West Coast Swing is skyrocketing in popularity worldwide and it’s easy to see why. Imagine a
dance that's sleek, smooth, sexy, and funky—all rolled into one. That's West Coast Swing for
you!
Cha Cha Essentials Class
Saturday March 29, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
This class is open to all dancers. We will review the basics and techniques necessary to build a foundation for more exciting and fun patterns.
Tango Essentials Class
Saturday March 29, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Open to all dancers, this class will review the basic patterns and techniques necessary to build a foundation for more exciting and fun Tango movements.
Cha Cha Advancements Class
Saturday March 29, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This class will build on the techniques and foundations from Cha Cha Essentials, adding new patterns and styling for more fun and easier dance!
Pink Cloud Waltz Class
Saturday March 29, 2:30pm - 3:30 pm
Whether you're a beginner or experienced dancer, you'll be amazed at how much you can learn in this class. Come and learn new patterns, techniques and styling for your Waltz to feel amazing. No partner necessarily.
Tango Essentials Class
Saturday March 29, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Open to all dancers, this class will review the basic patterns and techniques necessary to build a foundation for more exciting and fun Tango movements.
Social Practice Dance Party!
Saturday March 29, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Open to all dancers! To those who participated in an earlier class and want to show off their new skills, or anyone from the community looking to have some fun dancing free-style is welcome to join us.
Seniors' BED Class
Sunday March 30, 10:00 am - 11:15 am
Do you know what the #1 activity for Brain Enhancement is?
Ballroom dance has been found to be the best activity to prevent dementia and Parkinson's disease.
These classes will focus on rapid fire decision making, concentration, memory,
multitasking movements and enhancing physical stamina and balance, with the
additional benefits of enjoying a fun social activity.
BED Teaching Artist Training
Sunday March 30, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
This class is for dance instructors looking to learn more on how to teach dance as a brain enhancement activity for Seniors. During the first 75 minutes there will be an active Seniors class taught by Bear, and the remainder of the session will be focused on instructor training.
Intermediate + Advanced Cha Cha Class
Saturday September 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Want to learn some fun and exciting patterns that will set you apart from other dancers? In this class we will learn patterns and rhythms that will open your swing dancing to an all new-level.
You must be proficient in dancing triple steps and Eastern Swing basic to tempo.
This is a great class for Lindy Hoppers and anyone who loves to swing.
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