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February

Mon, February 8, 2010

Take the Fast Track - Learn to Ballroom Dance! (mon) (Dance, Lesson)
Want to learn to Ballroom Dance? Take the Fast Track at Walters Dance Center! We have set up our Saturday night & Monday Night group classes in a way that allows you to take classes for each basic Ballroom Dance for three months! The first class for each dance is on Saturday night. Then, the following month, you can take a Beginning class in the same dance on Monday night. The third month, you can take the Intermediate Class on Monday night for the same dance. At that time you should feel very comfortable with each dance.

You can take your first class FREE! Get your FREE Pass on our web site. Links are below!

February Schedule
Saturday Night
7:00 P.M. Beginning Fox Trot
8 - 11:00 P.M.Practice & Open Dancing
Monday Night
7:00 P.M. Beginning East Coast Swing
8:00 P.M. Intermediate Waltz
9 - 10 P.M. Practice

March Schedule
Saturday Night
7:00 P.M. Beginning Rumba
8 - 11:00 P.M.Practice & Open Dancing
Monday Night
7:00 P.M. Beginning Fox Trot
8:00 P.M. Intermediate East Coast Swing
9 - 10 P.M. Practice

April Schedule
Saturday Night
7:00 P.M. Beginning Tango
8 - 11:00 P.M.Practice & Open Dancing
Monday Night
7:00 P.M. Beginning Rumba
8:00 P.M. Intermediate Fox Trot
9 - 10 P.M. Practice

May Schedule
Saturday Night
7:00 P.M. Beginning Cha Cha
8 - 11:00 P.M.Practice & Open Dancing
Monday Night
7:00 P.M. Beginning Tango
8:00 P.M. Intermediate Rumba
9 - 10 P.M. Practice

Try the classes for FREE! No contracts or programs. Details and passes are available on the Walters web site (Link Below!) The dance is FREE if you attend the lesson! The cost for the lesson is only $10/Person, $8/Students, or $7/Person to dance only.

Walters Dance Center has been in business for 40 years, and has one of the BEST dance floors in Kansas City! It is located at 5023 Minnesota, Kansas City, Kansas, 66102 (50th Terr & State Ave.) You will find pictures, current class & dance schedule, and directions, on the Walters web site. For more information call (816) 665-6275, or email the link below.

Ballroom

Beginning East Coast Swing! (mon) (Dance, Lesson)
During February, join Marta Elder on Monday evenings at Walters Dance Center! She will be teaching a Beginning East Coast Swing class at 7:00 P.M., and an Intermediate Waltz lesson at 8:00 P.M. Then you can practice and socialize from 9 - 10 P.M. This is a great place to have fun and make new friends! Singles and beginners are welcome, and you can start anytime! The cost of the classes AND the dance is only $10/Person. ($7/person to dance only.)

Try out the class for FREE! Passes are available on the studio web site.

Walters Dance Center has been in business for 40 years, and has one of the BEST dance floors in Kansas City! It is located at 5023 Minnesota (50th Terr & State Ave.) For more information, updates, current class schedule, directions, go to the Walters web site or call (913) 287-3355 or (816) 665-6275.

Let's Dance - Nite Club 2-step (mon) (Lesson)
Let's Dance in Lee's Summit - Dance studio - open to the public group lesson - Please no denim jeans or shorts, sandals or tennis shoes

Intermediate Waltz! (mon) (Dance, Lesson)
During February, join Marta Elder on Monday evenings at Walters Dance Center! She will be teaching a Beginning East Coast Swing lesson at 7:00 P.M., and an Intermediate Waltz lesson at 8:00 P.M. Then you can practice and socialize from 9 - 10 P.M. This is a great place to have fun and make new friends! Singles and beginners are welcome, and you can start anytime! The cost of the classes AND the dance is only $10/Person. ($7/person to dance only.)

Try out the class for FREE! Details and Passes are available on the studio web site.

Walters Dance Center has been in business for 38 years, and has one of the BEST dance floors in Kansas City! It is located at 5023 Minnesota (50th Terr & State Ave.) For more information, updates, current class schedule, directions, go to the Walters web site or call (913) 287-3355 or (816) 665-6275.

Louis and Company - Smooth Mon (mon) (Lesson)
Smooth (Ballroom) group classes every Monday at 7:15., Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot, Tango and more! Beginners welcome anytime. Come alone or bring a partner. Only $10 per lesson, no contract, no commitment. (Memberships also available) - In the back side of the shopping area at 103rd and Metcalf, 10409 Marty, Overland Park, KS. 913-385-0707.

Bellydance

Belly Dance Session at Amore Dance (mon) (Lesson)
Suitable for Teens and Adults of all ages. You'll learn the basic traditional steps and movements of popular American Style Middle Eastern Belly Dance. This sensual and ancient dance form is suitable for all ages and all body types. It is particularly suited for creative types looking for a new outlet for expression or for those who wish to explore a new body image and personal style. It is a sensual, creative, and fun way to stay fit. Guaranteed to bring out the Belly Dancer in you...!

Creative movement

Creative Movement, Kids - City in Motion (mon) (Lesson)
CREATIVE MOVEMENT - Ages 3-5. Kids learn coordination and cooperation as they learn to explore space, playfully learning movement techniques.
NOTE: Check with City in Motion for class session dates

Section	Level	When	Instructor
A	Creative Movement I	Mondays 4 - 4:45 pm	Andrea Skowronek
B	Creative Movement II	Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm	Ann Shaughnessy
C	Creative Movement I	Saturdays 9:15 - 10 am	Kat Kimmitz

Dance

2-Step & Waltz Lee's Summit Sept. 10th (mon) (Dance, Lesson)
Classes at John Knox Village for LongView college are Monday nights in the Ambassador Room next to the Pavillion. A great opportunity not only for residents of John Knox Village but for dancers of all ages. Located near down town Lee's Summit dance sessions provide dance instructions with a healthful form of cardio-vascular excercise that is fun. Make your Monday night special with a 2-Step & Waltz Classes start Sept. at 7:oo pm 2- step and 8:15pm Waltz One hour intrc. and 15min. practice. Classes start Sept. 10th limited space sign up early !!! To enroll call Longview college at 816-672-2030 ask for Tammy or call Gary 816-260-0493 or http://garysballroomwestern.tripod.com/ Don't forget Gary offers a every Fridaynight Dance and group class for you to pratcice your moves in down town Lee's

Flamenco

Flamenco - City in Motion (mon) (Lesson)
Learn the rhythms employed by clapping and dancing in the southern Spanish flamenco style. Wear comfortable workout type clothing and heeled shoes.
(NOTE: Classes are nine-week sessions. Check with City in Motion for class session dates)
Mondays, 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Instructor: Tamara Carson

Flamenco with TAMARA 'LA GARBANCITA' CARSON (mon) (Lesson, Workshop)
Classes meet Mondays from 7:00 to 8:00 Pm. at City in Motion, 2nd Floor, 3925 Main, KCMO. Classes are $60 for 6 weeks or $12 per class.

' La Garbancita' has performed and taught in Europe and the U.S. since childhood. She is currently a member of the dance faculty at UMKC as well as teaching at City in Motion. La Garbancita is the founder and aretistic director of Ole' Music and Dance of Spain.

Hip hop

Hip Hop Stylin' (mon) (Dance, Lesson, Workshop)
Learn the newest most popular dance moves. With her original, California inspired choreography, Christina 'Precise' Scales will have you jumpin' to a new found beat. Classes are Mon. 7pm for beginners and 8pm for advanced dancers. Please go to www.bellastudiokc.com for more information.

Hip Hop (Adv. Class) (mon) (Dance, Lesson, Workshop)
Learn the newest most popular dance moves. With her original, California inspired choreography, Christina 'Precise' Scales will have you jumpin' to a new found beat. Classes are Mon. 7pm for beginners and 8pm for advanced dancers. Please go to www.bellastudiokc.com for more information.

THE HIP HOP HEADTRIP (mon)
THE HOTTEST MIDWEST ARTISTS BATTLE FOR THE STAGE TIME, MUSIC MANAGEMENT, RECORD CONTRACTS, AND DISTRIBUTION. LIVE EVERY MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY AT FIRENDZ DANCE CLUB LOCATED JUST 1/2 MILE EAST OF NOLAND ROAD AT 15105 E 40HWY. MUST BE 21+ TO ENTER. NO HATS, NO JERSEYS, NO SLEEVELESS SHIRTS. THERE WILL BE AN OPEN MIC PORTION OF THE SHOW BEGINNING AT 9 PM

HIP HOP and Pop Lock/Breakin (mon) (Dance, Lesson)
Monday Nights 8:30PM

Street style jams, body isolations movements and rhythms, musicality and more. Jon is a great instructor with a passion for dance that will inspire you. This 9 week course that will build a uniquie hip hop routine. Each class builds on the previous class for the routine, but breaks down the technique and style behind a set of new moves each week. Great way to meet friends and jam in a new stylin' downtown studio!
No previous dance experience required. Wear comfortable clothes you can move well in and non-marking comfy shoes.

Hip Hop - City in Motion (mon) (Lesson)
HIP HOP (check CIM schedule to see whether class is in session) Learn choreography from street dance to club dance...Teenagers and adults welcome. No previous dance experience is required for the beginning classes. Bring comfortable shoes.

Section	Level	When	Instructor
A	Beginning	Mondays, 8:30 - 9:30 pm	Bobby Ray
B	Beginning	Wednesdays, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm	Bobby Ray
C	Int./Adv	Wednesdays, 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm	Bobby Ray
D	Beginning	Saturdays, 11 am-12 pm	Isha William

Kc 2-steppin

Mac South - Line Dance and 2-Steppin (mon) (Dance, Lesson)
Currently teaching Line Dance and 2-Step Every Monday night at Club Mac South
11816 Blueridge Blvd, KCMO from 7pm-9:30pm, 6-wk session or walk-in fees
...learn old and new Line Dances from all over the U.S. !!!
Graduation to be held after each 6-wk session

Latin

Beginning East Coast Swing! (mon) (Dance, Lesson)
During February, join Marta Elder on Monday evenings at Walters Dance Center! She will be teaching Beginning East Coast Swing at 7:00 P.M., Intermediate Waltz at 8:00 P.M., and then join her for Open Dancing from 9:00 P.M. - 10 P.M. This is a great place to have fun and make new friends! Singles and beginners are welcome, and you can start anytime! The cost of the classes AND the dance is only $10/Person. $8/students. ($7/person to dance only.)

Try out the class for FREE! Passes are available on the studio web site. No contracts or 'Programs'. Walters Dance Center has been in business for 40 years, and has one of the BEST dance floors in Kansas City! It is located at 5023 Minnesota (50th Terr & State Ave.) For more information, updates, current class schedule, directions, go to the Walters web site or call (913) 287-3355 or (816) 665-6275.

Other

Zumba Dance Fitness 9:30 AM (mon) (Lesson)
Dance your way to a healthier you!

Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. It is based on the principle that a workout should be 'FUN AND EASY TO DO' in order for Zumba participants to stick to the Zumba fitness program to achieve long-term health benefits. Zumba is not only great for the body, but is also great for the mind. It is a 'feel-happy' workout.

ZUMBA is a fusion of Latin and International music - dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Zumba utilizes the principals of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps.

$7 per class or buy a 10 class pass for $50.

Global Soul at Baila Westside (mon) (Dance, Lesson)
Global Soul is a mix of Brazilian, Cuban Salsa and West African Dance.
Come shake your body, smile, sweat and have fun!
Beginning class Mondays 6:00-7:00pm
Intermediate/Advanced: Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm

Baila Westside, located at 925 w.17th street, on the corner of Belleview and w.17th.
(Next door to Mattie Rhodes Art Center).

816.255.2988 for more information

Jujitsu / Self Defense (mon) (Dance, Lesson, Workshop)
Learn the age old art of martial arts. Be disciplined ... Be active .... Be in control ... Be safe ... Originally cultured from Japan, Sensei Jones, will help to align your mind, body and spirit. Classes are held on Mon. at 6pm, Fri. at 7pm and Sun. at 6pm. For more info visit www.bellastudiokc.com.

Salsa

Salsa Technique and Styling (mon) (Dance, Lesson, Workshop)
New salsa class with Jessica Thompson & Tony Witt of Amore Dance. National performers and competitors. They will share their technique and styling in a salsa class formatted for students of all levels. You will learn arm styling, body isolation movements, improve your spinning technique. Learn how to polish up those rough edges and get some FLARE in your dance!

Orlandos - wet-t (mon)
Ladies Wet T-Shirt Contest

Salsa at City in Motion (mon) (Lesson)
Beginning SALSA - Instructor: Toi Coleman
Today�s hottest dance trend is the Salsa! Get introduced to this Latin dance and have a great time at parties and social events. The Salsa is simple in structure, allowing you to learn many variations easily. You don�t need your own partner. Latin styling and a variety of steps.

Sec. A	Mondays	7:00-8:00 pm
Sec. B	Sundays	7:00-8:00 pm

Swing

Beginning Lindy Hop Swing 8:00 PM (mon) (Lesson)
Lindy Hop is the orginal type of swing dance that originated in the 1930's. This class will concentrate on the basic patterns and technique as well as how to blend lindy hop with East Coast swing.

No partner required.

Di Carlo's Mustard Seed - Cowtown Swing Club (mon) (Dance)
Mondays 7pm - 10pm Join us for our club night out. A fine evening of dancing at Di Carlo's Mustard Seed 15015 East US Highway 40 Kansas City, MO 64136 - (816) 373-4240.

Swing, salsa

Swing and Salsa Lessons at SwingSalsaTango (mon) (Lesson)
Beginners Only Night
6pm - Beginner (East Coast) Swing Lesson - $10 (member $5)
7pm - Beginner (West Coast) Swing Lesson - $10 (member $5)
8pm - Beginner Salsa Lesson with Howard Carney - $10 (member $5)

510 West 5th Street - just west of Broadway on the west side of the River Market

Tango

Toi Shaw - Tango (mon) (Lesson)
Beginner and Intermediate Argentine Tango - 7:0pm for Advanced class: you must have working knowledge of ochos, sandwich , and sacadas to participate in this class. 8:00pm for Beginning Class: If you have knowledge of forward and back ochos you may enter this class at any time. In the Kansas City Swing Dance Club location at 6101 Martway (in the basement) $6 for non-members, $4 for members (club membership is $20 a year) Club phone 816-931-3554
Beginners are welcome to attend also. You'll benefit from practicing with more advanced dancers! No Partner required! No pre-registration, just show up!

Tap

Tap - City in Motion (mon) (Lesson)
TAP - Our emphasis is on technique and style while learning the traditional classic routines
and patterns: the Shim Sham, Soft Shoe and Waltz Clog. 3 weeks only.

Sec A	Beginning	Mondays 5:00-6:00 pm
Sec B	Intermediate	Mondays 6:00-7:00 pm

Instructor: Billie Mahoney
NOTE: Call City in Motion for class session dates

West african

Adult West African Dance - TMS / CIM (mon) (Lesson)
Adult West African Dance - from Traditional Music Society - regular class Mondays. 6:30 PM City in Motion Dance Studio 3925 Main St. KCMO

West African - City in Motion (mon) (Lesson)
West African Dance - Learn the proper technique for doing West African dance focusing on poly-rhythmic movement. This is a fun and energetic class All levels are welcome. Dance barefoot. Males are welcome. Live drums.
Adults: Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Instructor: Vanessa Gibbs