Community Education - current class catalogs Adult activities and classes - Fall 2019 | Page 18

hobbies NEW | Country Waltz Square Dancing Learn the basics of Country Waltz! This dance resembles Ballroom Waltz, but uses passing footwork and is danced to Country Western music. This partner dance is a great hobby to get you out and moving and is a nice way to connect socially with others. Partners encouraged. Carol Brecht-Wiles has been making dance fun for 20 years. Not meeting October 31. Wear shoes without rubber soles or your cowboy boots. Class fee: $25 one; $45 two. Modern square dance is healthy, fun and a great way to make new friends while exercising your body, brain and smile. Sequential lessons are hosted by Hotfoot Stompers Square Dance Club and taught by Wayne Tauer on Monday evenings. Couples, singles and families welcome. Questions, contact Cathy at 763-780-9169. First two lessons on September 23 and 30 are free. Registration is not required. Class fee: $5 per session, per adult; paid at class. w Oct 24 - Nov 21 | 7:35 - 8:35 pm | 4 Sessions Th | Oak View MS | AL077-3D29-F1 | Brecht-Wiles w Sep 23 - Mar 16 | 7 - 9 pm | 20 Sessions M | Northdale MS | AL077-3D36-F1 Easy Round Dancing Swing Sampler Round dancing offers the fun of ballroom dance music, but the dances are called or “cued” like square dancing, so no memorization is needed. Learn a variety of dances to enjoy and soon you’ll be able to dance like the stars. This social dance class has been tapping toes for 30 years - join the fun! Everyone is welcome; a partner is preferred. Pre-registration not required. Meets weekly; see website for class meeting dates. Class fee: $5 per session; paid at class. Swing is a timeless, energetic and versatile dance that can be performed to a variety of music styles. Learn footwork, patterns and communication to the four count swing hustle, and single time swing. If you’re looking for a new leisure activity to just have fun with friends, swing dancing has it all. Instructor, Carol Brecht-Wiles, has been making dance fun for more than 20 years. Wear hard-soled shoes; partners encouraged. Class fee: $59 one; $79 two. w Sep 12 - Apr 30 | 6:30 - 9:30 pm | 25 Sessions Th | Anoka MS-Washington Campus | AL07-3D38-F1 | LaBau w Sep 12 - Oct 3 | 6:30 - 7:30 pm | 4 Sessions Th | Oak View MS | AL077-3D30-F1 | Brecht-Wiles Line Dance with Monica-Party Line Dance Two-Left Feet Social Dance Workshop Get ready for any event with this workshop on learning three popular line dances - the Electric Slide, the Cha Cha Slide and the Cupid Shuffle. No partner needed for an entire evening of fun! Wear closed-toed shoes. Instructor, Monica Mohn, is a USA Dance national champion. Class fee: $25. Convinced that you have two-left feet and that dancing is not meant for you? It doesn’t take much: a couple of fun turns, a fancy walk to show off your partner and easy tricks to maneuver around the dance floor. Sample a variety of dance styles and gain the confidence to dance the night away. Couples only please! Wear hard-soled shoes. Class fee: $49 for two. w Nov 6 | 6 - 7 pm | 1 Session W | Oak View MS | AL077-3D34-F1 | Mohn NEW | Salsa Dance Spice up the dance floor and feel more confident with this popular Latin social dance. Learn basic patterns, footwork, and partnership connection of lead and follows in the vibrant Salsa. This class makes for a great “date night.” Carol Brecht- Wiles has been making dance fun for 20 years. Not meeting October 31. If possible, please wear shoes without rubber soles. Class fee: $25 one; $45 two. w Oct 24 - Nov 21 | 6:30 - 7:30 pm | 4 Sessions Th | Oak View MS | AL077-3D31-F1 | Brecht-Wiles w Nov 6 | 7 - 9 pm | 1 Session W | Oak View MS | AL077-3D35-F1 | Mohn NEW | Intro to Drumming Gain a solid foundation in drum set performance and musicianship. We will focus on proper hand/foot technique, musical styles and reading basic rhythms. Amaze your friends with the ability to confidently play various drum beats and fills in multiple styles with a clear understanding of a path forward to intermediate playing. Practice pad and sticks provided. See website for additional information. Class fee: $79. w Sep 17 - Oct 22 | 7 - 8 pm | 6 Sessions T | Northdale MS | AL077-3D50-F1 | Fritz 18 FALL 2019 | 763-506-5766 | www.discovercommunityed.com