This cardio dance class teaches a vocabulary of dance steps and styles ( 40s, 50's, 60's, disco, Broadway, etc.), which are choreographed into "dances." The first 50 minutes is dedicated to dancing and feels like a dance workout that is easy on the knees and made especially for us seniors. But still fun and sassy! After the first few classes, a 20–25-minute rehearsal will follow for those who want to be in the performance versions of the dances. (You can just do the first 50 minutes if you don't want to be in the performances) Video link describing this class at https://youtu.be/v8X-XJfEM9w. Video to practice basic vocabulary of steps at https://youtu.be/26Onvj0uGEE?si=IxBnDt9hEKhSHTC9

Contra dance, popular in the British Isles and in America since colonial times, might remind you of the dancing you see in movies based on Jane Austen novels -- or of the hoedowns in westerns. Couples progress through the dance in long parallel lines doing figures such as allemande, dosido, circle, star, promenade, and swing. We will also learn some circle dances using these figures. We will learn dances from England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Canada and America, dating from the 1700s through the 1900s. Roy Somerville assisting.

This Hula course introduces the basics of traditional Hawaiian dance, focusing on graceful movements, fluid arm gestures, and rhythmic footwork. Students will learn fundamental steps such as the basic kaholo, ami, and hula pahu, while also understanding the cultural significance behind the dance. The course emphasizes the connection between movement and storytelling, as well as the importance of rhythm and breath in hula. Perfect for beginners, this class offers a fun, energizing way to improve flexibility, coordination, and body awareness, all while exploring the rich history of Hawaiian culture.