Adult Program

Adult Schedule

Title	Ages	Days	Dates	Time	Location	Price
Ballroom Party Advanced Ticket WORKSHOP	16 and up	S	Mar 10 - Mar 10	07:00pm - 11:00pm	Studio A	$12.00	Register
Ballroom Party Advanced Ticket WORKSHOP	16 and up	S	Feb 11 - Feb 11	07:00pm - 11:00pm	Studio A	$12.00	Register
Ballroom Party Advanced Ticket for 2 WORKSHOP	16 and up	S	Feb 11 - Jan 14	07:00pm - 11:00pm	Studio A	$24.00	Register
Ballroom Party Advanced Ticket for 2 WORKSHOP	16 and up	S	Mar 10 - Mar 10	07:00pm - 11:00pm	Studio A	$24.00	Register
Ballet Lvl I/II-Adult	13 and up	W	Jan 04 - Feb 22	07:30pm - 08:30pm	House of Dance	$96.00	Register
Ballet Lvl III-Adult	13 and up	M	Feb 13 - Mar 06	07:00pm - 08:30pm	Studio A	$60.00	Register
Ballet Technique-Adult	18 and up	M	Jan 09 - Feb 27	05:30pm - 06:30pm	Studio B	$96.00	Registration is closed.
Ballet Technique-Adult	13 and up	Th	Jan 12 - Mar 01	06:00pm - 07:00pm	Studio B	$96.00	Registration is closed.
Ballroom Dance (Social Dance) - Smooth Bronze I	18 and up	T	Mar 13 - May 01	06:45pm - 08:15pm	Studio B	$120.00	Register
Ballroom Dance (Social Dance) - Smooth Bronze I	18 and up	T	Feb 14 - Mar 06	06:45pm - 08:15pm	Studio B	$60.00	Register
Ballroom Dance (Social Dance) - Smooth Bronze I	18 and up	T	Jan 10 - Feb 28	06:45pm - 08:15pm	Studio B	$60.00	Registration is closed.
Ballroom Dance - (Social Dance) Rhythm; Bronze I	18 and up	M	Feb 13 - Mar 05	06:00pm - 07:30pm	Studio B	$60.00	Register
Ballroom Dance - (Social Dance) Rhythm; Bronze I	18 and up	M	Mar 12 - Apr 30	06:00pm - 07:30pm	Studio B	$120.00	Register
Belly Dance Fusion	16 and up	W	Jan 11 - Feb 29	07:00pm - 08:15pm	Studio A	$99.00	Registration is closed.
Breakdancing- Adult	18 and up	T	Jan 10 - Feb 28	06:00pm - 07:15pm	Studio A	$99.00	Registration is closed.
Hand Dancing	18 and up		Feb 16 - Mar 08	05:30pm - 06:30pm	Studio A	$48.00	Register
Hand Dancing	18 and up		Mar 15 - May 03	05:30pm - 06:30pm	Studio A	$96.00	Register
Pilates	18 and up	T	Jan 03 - Feb 21	07:00pm - 08:00pm	House of Dance	$96.00	Registration is closed.
R&B Linedancing WORKSHOP	16 and up	W	Apr 25 - Apr 25	06:00pm - 07:30pm	Studio A	$15.00	Register
R&B Linedancing	13 and up	W	Jan 11 - Feb 29	06:00pm - 07:00pm	Studio A	$96.00	Register
R&B Linedancing WORKSHOP	16 and up	W	Feb 22 - Feb 22	06:00pm - 07:30pm	Studio A	$15.00	Register
R&B Linedancing WORKSHOP	16 and up	W	Mar 28 - Mar 28	06:00pm - 07:30pm	Studio A	$15.00	Register
R&B Linedancing WORKSHOP	16 and up	W	May 23 - May 23	06:00pm - 07:30pm	Studio A	$15.00	Register
Salsa - Level 1	16 and up	Th	Feb 16 - Mar 08	06:30pm - 07:30pm	Studio A	$48.00	Register
Salsa - Level 1	16 and up	Th	Mar 15 - May 03	06:30pm - 07:30pm	Studio A	$96.00	Register
Wedding Survival Dance Kit	18 and up	T	Mar 13 - May 01	05:45pm - 06:45pm	Studio A	$96.00	Register
Wedding Survival Dance Kit	18 and up	T	Feb 14 - Mar 06	05:45pm - 06:45pm	Studio A	$48.00	Register

Course Descriptions

Ballet Teen/Adult Level 2

This class will work on technique,more advanced moves and advanced choreography. It will continue to build from Level 2. Must have prior ballet experience and approval from the instructor.

Ballroom Party Advanced Ticket

This ticket allows purchaser admittance to the special Holiday Party.

Ballroom Party Advanced Ticket for 2

This ballroom advanced ticket price allows (2) two admittance to ballroom party of their choice.

Ballet Adult/Teen - Level II

This ballet class focuses on proper technique at the barre and center floor. Some combinations and across the floor progressions will be taught. This class helps to develop great posture, flexibility, balance, core body strength and overall grace and alignment. Great for enthusiastic adults of all ages. Great also for ballroom dancers currently taking classes or those interested in taking ballroom training. Attire needed: Snug, close-fitting clothing that students can move in. Ballet slippers required. No dance sneakers.

Ballet Lvl I/II-Adult

This ballet class focuses on proper technique at the barre and center floor. Some combinations and across the floor progressions will be taught. This class helps to develop great posture, flexibility, balance, core body strength and overall grace and alignment. Great for enthusiastic adults of all ages. Great also for ballroom dancers currently taking classes or those interested in taking ballroom training. Attire needed: Snug, close-fitting clothing that students can move in. Ballet slippers, paws, or foot undeez required. No dance sneakers.

Ballet Lvl III-Adult

This class will work on technique,more advanced moves and advanced choreography. It will continue to build from Level 2. Must have prior ballet experience and approval from the instructor.

Ballet Technique-Adult

This ballet class focuses on proper technique at the barre and center floor. Some combinations and across the floor progressions will be taught. This class helps to develop great posture,

Ballet Teen/Adult - Level 1

This ballet class focuses on proper technique at the barre and center floor. Some combinations and across the floor progressions will be taught. This class helps to develop great posture, flexibility, balance, core body strength and overall grace and alignment. Great for enthusiastic adults of all ages. Great also for ballroom dancers currently taking classes or those interested in taking ballroom training. Attire needed: Snug, close-fitting clothing that students can move in. Ballet slippers, paws, or foot undeez required. No dance sneakers.

Ballroom Dance (Social Dance) - Smooth Bronze I

This social dance course includes graceful, elegant and spicy dances dances such as Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. In each class you will learn, in a progressive format, the fundamentals of each dance style, musicality, footwork and introducing strong parterning skills. A partner is not required as student rotation is required in order to work on elements of partnering skills for lead and follow. Dance/footwear attire: For the ladies - low to no heel - ballroom and/or dance shoes are encouraged, but not required initially. No mules or shoes where the ankle is not secure. For the gentlemen - suede or leather bottomed shoes, no rubber bottoms for ladies or gentlemen.

Ballroom Dance (Social Dance) Rhythm Bronze II

This social dance course includes exciting rhythmic dances such as Cha Cha, Rumba and East Coast Swing. In each class you will learn, in a progressive format, the fundamentals of each dance style, musicality, footwork and introducing strong parterning skills. A partner is not required as student rotation is required in order to work on elements of partnering skills for lead and follow. Dance/footwear attire: For the ladies - low to no heel - ballroom and/or dance shoes are encouraged, but not required initially. No mules or shoes where the ankle is not secure. For the gentlemen - suede or leather bottomed shoes, no rubber bottoms for ladies or gentlemen.
This is a continuation of Bronze II

Ballroom Dance (Social Dance) Smooth Bronze II

This social dance course includes graceful, elegant and spicy dances dances such as Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango. In each class you will learn, in a progressive format, the fundamentals of each dance style, musicality, footwork and introducing strong parterning skills. A partner is not required as student rotation is required in order to work on elements of partnering skills for lead and follow. Dance/footwear attire: For the ladies - low to no heel - ballroom and/or dance shoes are encouraged, but not required initially. No mules or shoes where the ankle is not secure. For the gentlemen - suede or leather bottomed shoes, no rubber bottoms for ladies or gentlemen.
This is a continuation of Bronze II

Ballroom Dance - (Social Dance) Rhythm; Bronze I

This social dance course includes exciting rhythmic dances such as Cha Cha, Rumba and East Coast Swing. In each class you will learn, in a progressive format, the fundamentals of each dance style, musicality, footwork and introducing strong parterning skills. A partner is not required as student rotation is required in order to work on elements of partnering skills for lead and follow. Dance/footwear attire: For the ladies - low to no heel - ballroom and/or dance shoes are encouraged, but not required initially. No mules or shoes where the ankle is not secure. For the gentlemen - suede or leather bottomed shoes, no rubber bottoms for ladies or gentlemen.

Belly Dance Fusion

Belly Dance Fusion: The basics of Arabic Bellydance with many additions from the Silk Road North Africa and Andalusia. This class teaches the foundation of traditional Arabic steps and footwork, isolations, and hand movements, as well as the fluid arm movements of India, the hip-centric and full-body movements of Lebanese and Turkish dance, the shimmies of North Africa, and the beautiful turns and florets related to Flamenco and Danse a Mora of Spain. This class will increase your endurance, equilibrium and range of motion all while toning your body, especially your core.

Bellydance Fusion Workshop

Bellydance Fusion blends together the traditional steps and movements of the Silk Road with more modern styles that have come from the shores of California in the 1980's. In this class, we will discuss the cultural history of the dance, learn basic posture and technique. We will learn foundation movements of this beautiful dance and put them into a fun and easy to learn dance routine that you can take home and show off to friends. Wear comfortable clothing (no skirts), bring a water bottle and dance shoes if preferred. We usually dance barefoot. Yoga mats are encouraged for warmup and cooldown - bring your own - or one will be provided.

For more information please call 301-373-6330 or email donna@thehouseofdance.org or visit www.thehouseofdance.org

Bollywood Night for 1

Derived from Mumbai in the 1930's, Bollywood became a huge success. Bollywood developed into an enormous film empire.
From the film industry to the comfort and convenience of House of Dance, we offer a Bollywood Night. Repeatedly throught the night there will be Bollywood instruction and open dancing. Featuring Indian cuisine for purchase from Bollywood Masala. So grab your Sari for a night of fun and dancing all night long!
One person for $15. Two people for $20. From 7pm-12am.

Bollywood Night for 2

Derived from Mumbai in the 1930's, Bollywood became a huge success. Bollywood developed into an enormous film empire.
From the film industry to the comfort and convenience of House of Dance, we offer a Bollywood Night. Repeatedly throught the night there will be Bollywood instruction and open dancing. Featuring Indian cuisine for purchase from Bollywood Masala. So grab your Sari for a night of fun and dancing all night long!
One person for $15. Two people for $20. From 7pm-12am.

Bollywood Workshop

"Bollywood" is a style of dance that originated from the Indian film industry. It's simple but upbeat movements and lively music make it a very enjoyable dance. It incorporates graceful hand movements and sexy hip shakes. This workshop will help you become a little more graceful, and teach you how to loosen up! You will learn how to break a leg Bollywood style and have a ball!

No dance experience required!
Anyone 12 and up welcome!

pre-register date: $15 by (7/16); at the door $20
For more information please call 301-373-6330 or email donna@thehouseofdance.org or visit www.thehouseofdance.org

Breakdancing- Adult

This class will focus on "top rock" and floorwork. Building upon strength and agility, you will begin with basic breaking steps and advance to sophisticated floorwork including the 6 step. The 6 step provides a base fo more complex moves and patterns.

Cha Cha and Rumba

This course will teach two of the most exciting and sensual Latin Dances - Cha Cha and Rumba. In this class, the student will learn partner connection, footwork ,timing and technique and be able to appreciate the similarity of the two dances with focus on individual music and style. No partner required.

Company Hip Hop

This is a performance level class. Prior experience dancing hip hop required. Enrollment is by invitation or audtion with the instructor only.

Contemporary Repertory Class

This class is designed for the contemporary students to prepare a routine for the June showcase. This is by invite only.

Creative Stretch

Cardiovascular, weight training, and flexibility are the three most important factors to total body conditioning. As a dancer, stretching and strengthening is how to keep your “instrument” in tune. This allows you to move easier, create longer lines, and stay healthy. Stretching is the most neglected component which leaves you vulnerable to injury and shortened tight muscles. This class is a Total Body Stretch class with Core Strengthening and Creative Movement. Learn a fun way to keep your muscles flexible and strong.

Dance Blast

An easy-to-follow workout that’s energetic, effective and lots of fun. This class is irresistible with great music and dynamic movements. Every level is welcome due to the programs unique design of basic progressions to non-intimidating creative choreography. Join us and enjoy an hour class created to improve endurance, burn calories, and improve coordination. Age: 18 and up

Dance Conditioning

This class improves your technique and performance in all dance forms by strengthening the body’s core while improving your balance, alignment, flexibility, coordination, and grace. The expectation is more lift, deeper plies, tighter turns, higher jumps, and improved extension and turn-out. Your movement will advance as you learn through imagery of body mechanics, breath control, increase core, posture and leg power through stability and explosive exercises, release tension, and lengthening movements to increase flexibility. Not a dancer? This class is developed to also help those individuals wishing to seek core and over-all strength, longer leaner bodies, grace, coordination, and the tools to help achieve a “dancer’s body”.

East Coast Swing Level 1 Class

Come out and have fun while learning to swing dance to tunes of the 1940’s and up. In this class you will learn the basic steps of East Coast Swing, single step and triple step, partnering and timing to the music. No partner required. Must register by February 15, 2010. For further information please contact Dawn at dairenn@live.com

East Coast Swing Level 2 class

In this class you will build on the basic steps you learned in Level 1. Steps will become more complicated and class will run on a faster pace then Level 1. Registration for this class is based on auditions or approval from the instructor.

EveryBODY Stretch class

This stretch class is designed to compliment exercise or just improve overall well-being by releasing muscle tension, decreasing stress, reinforcing proper alignment, and enhancing coordination. Stretching is the most neglected component of a healthy lifestyle which leaves you vulnerable to injury and shortened tight muscles.

This class is a total body stretch class with core strengthening and functional movement. Learn a dynamic way to stretch smarter and stretch healthier. All levels are welcome.

Hand Dancing

Hand Dancing is THE dance originated right here in Washington DC back in the early '50's. It is the precursor of "West Coast Swing" which some of the dancers took out to California, renamed it and turned it into a different dance for the slower, bluesier type of Jazz and Motown music. In this class, you will learn 6-count basic foundation, timing, partnering techniques, turns and footwork in a friendly, social environment. No partner required. Dance Attire: Please wear something comfortable and easy to move. Shoes: Suede, leather bottoms or dress shoes. Sneakers or rubber soles NOT recommended. Location: House of Dance. For more information about this class; please contact the House of Dance at 301-373-6330.

Hip Hop for Adults and Teens Level 1

So you think you can dance? If you want to learn top notch hip hop choreography, then this is the class for you. Emphasis will be placed on hip hop technique, feel, style, and movements. Dance styles may include, but not be limited to popping, locking, gliding and video style music choreography. Focus on more on movements and combinations and building pieces of a choreographed routine. Dancewear needed: regular sneakers with low tread strongly recommended. Loose, comfortable clothing a must.

Hip Hop for Teens 13 and up Level II

So you think you can dance? If you want to learn top notch hip hop choreography, then this is the class for you. Emphasis will be placed on hip hop technique, feel, style, and movements. Dance styles may include, but not be limited to popping, locking, gliding and video style music choreography. No previous dance experience necessary. Dancewear needed: regular sneakers, dance sneakers or jazz shoes. Loose, comfortable clothing a must.

Holiday Hips - Bellydance Workshop

Learn basic Bellydance steps with a choreography you can take to your next holiday party! All ages and fitness levels can participate. No previous experience necessary. Wear comfortable loose fitting clothing and bring water and get ready to jingle and jangle this holiday season.

Holiday Social Dance Sampler - Merengue

This Holiday Dance Sampler features 4 of the most widely used and exciting social dances out today. Perfect for preparing for the holiday parties, corporate events or functions. Take 1 or all 4 - works perfectly with a hectic holiday schedule and gives a wonderful introduction to each particular dance. Hailing from the Dominican Republic, Merengue is one of the hottest, most exciting latin party dances out. It is one of the most user friendly dances and can also serve as a strong foundation for other Latin Dances such as Salsa, Cha Cha and Rumba. The music has loads of energy and fun. You will learn the basic steps of Merengue, partnering technique and timing to the music. No partner required. Class is 1.5 hours with a complimentary 30 minute practice session immediately following the class.

Cost: $15 one week in advance
$20 at the door (drop in)

Holiday Social Dance Sampler - NightClub Two-Step

This Holiday Dance Sampler features 4 of the most widely used and exciting social dances out. Perfect for preparing for the holiday parties, corporate events or functions. Take 1 or all 4 - works perfectly with a hectic holiday schedule and gives a wonderful introduction to each particular dance. Nightclub Two-Step is a dance which can be danced to virtually any slow song. Features much more movement, grace and beauty in lieu of just "swaying" to the beat. You will learn the basic steps of Nightclub Two-Step, partnering technique and timing to the music. No partner required. Class is 1.5 hours with a complimentary 30 minute practice session immediately following the class.

Cost: $15 one week in advance
$20 at the door (drop in)

Holiday Social Dance Sampler - Salsa Rueda

This Holiday Dance Sampler features 4 of the most widely used and exciting social dances out. Perfect for preparing for the holiday parties, corporate events or functions. Take 1 or all 4 - works perfectly with a hectic holiday schedule and gives a wonderful introduction to each particular dance. If you enjoy the excitement of learning sensual Salsa moves and patterns and ESPECIALLY if you don't have a partner - then this is the dance for you! Salsa Rueda originated in Cuba and is known for having a "master caller" (such as Square Dancing) and once you've learned the moves - you rotate! All of the moves that you learn while in the circle can be also danced normally as a couple. No partner required, rotation is a MUST. Class is 1.5 hours with a complimentary 30 minute practice session immediately following the class.

Cost: $15 one week in advance
$20 at the door (drop in)

Holiday Social Dance Sampler - Swing

This Holiday Dance Sampler features 4 of the most widely used and exciting social dances out. Perfect for preparing for the holiday parties, corporate events or functions. Take 1 or all 4 - works perfectly with a hectic holiday schedule and gives a wonderful introduction to each particular dance. Swing dance will feature moves using Big Band songs to more modern day music. You will learn the basic steps of Swing, partnering technique and timing to the music. No partner required. Class is 1.5 hours with a complimentary 30 minute practice session immediately following the class.

Cost: $15 one week in advance
$20 at the door (drop in)

House of Dance Open House

Interested in taking dance classes? Come to the House of Dance Open House and observe or participate in our various mini-classes. The mini-classes are free and taught by our wonderful insructors at the House of Dance. The mini-class schedule will be posted on the website. Our mini-classes range from ages 3 all the way to adults. Register for the fall classes coming up. Food Vendors will be on sight. Dance Supply Store located in studio. For more information call 301-373-6330 or email donna@thehouseofdance.org or visit www.thehouseofdance.org.
Hope to see you there!

ouse of Dance Open House Schedule

Time Class Studio Age

10:30-10:50 Pre-Dance B 3-4
10:50-11:10 Ballet C 5&up
11:10-11:30 Tap C 5&up
11:30-11:50 Hip Hop B 6&up
12:10-12:30 Tumbling A 5&up
12:30-12:50 Bellydance B Adult
1:10-1:30 East Coast Swing (Partner Dance A teen/Adult
1:30-1:50 Bellydance T
A Teen/adult

*Times and classes subject to change.

Jazz Technique

An intermediate technique class that focuses on arms, turns and leaps with some choreography. Students should have of ballet technique and terminology.

Latin Club Survival

Always wanted to go to a hot Latin club or on a cruise, but you’re not familiar with the music or dances? This class will provide an introductory snapshot of the three of the hottest Latin social dances – salsa, merengue and bachata. In addition to footwork and partner communication, the class focuses strongly on the different styles of music associated with each dance. All dances will be taught at a beginner level. No partner required. Shoes: Suede, leather bottoms or dress shoes. Sneakers or rubber soles NOT recommended. For more information about this class, please contact the House of Dance at (301) 373-6330.

Leslie Scott Hip Hop Choreography Class - Beginner

Renowned Hip Hop Choreographer, Leslie Scott, will be returning to House of Dance on Monday, February 1, 2010 for two Hip Hop Master Classes. Do not miss your chance to work with one of today's leading choreographers. Leslie has made numerous television and film appearances as well as working with top stars such as Beyonce’. She is also a featured Master Class Instructor at the famous Millennium Dance Complex in LA. Class space is limited so register today either by phone, credit card, paypal or onsite (HOD) registration. For more information, please contact Dawn at 301-904-3692 or dairenn@live.com or you can call the studio line at 301-373-6330.

Modern for Adults/Teens

Using solid ballet technique, this class is geared to the intermed/advanced dancer to allow the dancer to explore many shapes and movements found in modern dance. This class will focus on release, energy and challenging choreography based in technical dance.

Performance Level Hip Hop

A performance level class for the interm/advanced hip hop students. This class will focus on cutting edge hip hop choreo and emphasis placed on performance skills and energy. Placement in this class is by audition or approval by the instructor only.

Pilates

Pilates mat work is a total body toning system focusing on the core, your mid-section. Regardless of your current level of fitness, the Pilates Method will serve to both condition your body and help prevent injury as you increase your body awareness while flowing through the exercises.
Some of the benefits of Pilates are increased abdominal and back strength; stronger, leaner muscles; increased flexibility; improved balance, coordination and posture; and improved functional fitness for daily tasks and activities. At the end of class, you may also have a sense of well being and greater vitality.
Come to class and see for yourself why so many use the Pilates Method.

Punchcard - 10 Class

Punchcard gives flexiblity to a person who would like take one or mulitple classes. With the punchcard you don't have to come every week like enrollment classes. The classes that are enrollment are progressive and build every week. With the punchcard system you are able to take Ballet, Pilates, West African Dance and Hip Hop(September-December).

Punchcard - 12 Class

Punchcard gives flexiblity to a person who would like take one or mulitple classes. With the punchcard you don't have to come every week like enrollment classes. The classes that are enrollment are progressive and build every week. With the punchcard system you are able to take Ballet, Pilates, West African Dance and Hip Hop(September-December).

Punchcard - 8 Class

Punchcard gives flexiblity to a person who would like take one or mulitple classes. With the punchcard you don't have to come every week like enrollment classes. The classes that are enrollment are progressive and build every week. With the punchcard system you are able to take Ballet, Pilates, West African Dance and Hip Hop(September-December).

R&B Line Dancing - Level 1

Learn the latest R & B line dances to some of the most popular rhythm and blues songs out today. This not your old electric slide – so much more! Dances such as “Cupid Shuffle”, “The Rip”, “The Baltimore” as well as many more will be taught. This class is 100% fun and a great workout. Never again be stuck to your seat at that next wedding, club or party! For more information, please call the House of Dance at 301-373-6330.

R&B Line Dancing - Level 2

Learn the latest R & B line dances to some of the most popular rhythm and blues songs out today. This class is for dancers who have either taken a R& B Line Dance I or are familiar with intermediate line dances. Dances such as “She’s the One”, “B2H”, “25” as well as many more will be taught. This class is 100% fun and a great workout. Never again be stuck to your seat at that next wedding, club or party! For more information, please call the House of Dance at 301-373-6330.

R&B Linedancing

Have you always wished that you were one of the party guests up on the dance floor when the DJ starts playing The Electric Slide, but stayed in your chair because you didn't know the moves?

Well - here's your chance to get down, get funky and have a blast at the next party or wedding you attend. Learn the old "standby" line dances that are currently out as well as some new and exciting ones such as "The Wobble", "The Baltimore", "Mississippi Slide" and much more which will have you dancing, feeling fit and ready to party the night away! $15 one workshop

Salsa - Level 1

This class is designed for people who have never danced salsa or who haven’t danced at all. You will learn salsa rhythms, timing, partnering techniques, turns and footwork in a friendly, social environment. No partner required. Dance Attire: Please wear something comfortable and easy to move. Shoes: Suede, leather bottoms or dress shoes. Sneakers or rubber soles NOT recommended. Location: House of Dance. For more information about this class; please contact the House of Dance at 301-373-6330.

Salsa - Level 2

This class is designed for people who have taken Salsa Level I or are already familiar with salsa’s rhythm, footwork and partner communication. At this level, students are expected to know basic rocks steps, outside and inside turns, cross body leads footwork and salsa timing. This class will build on the beginning foundation by introducing more turn patterns, combinations and salsa technique. No partner required. Dance Attire: Please wear something comfortable and easy to move. Shoes: Suede, leather bottoms or dress shoes. Sneakers or rubber soles NOT recommended. For more information about this class, please contact the House of Dance at 301-373-6330.

Salsa Rueda - Level I

This class focuses on a particular type of round dancing of Salsa. It was developed in Havana, Cuba in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Pairs of dancers form a circle, with dance moves called out by one person, a caller. Salsa timing, footwork and partnerwork is explained in detail. Partner not required as rotation is essential.

Salsa Rueda - Level II

This course builds on the first Salsa Rueda - Level 1 by adding additional footwork, calls and partner exchanges. Previous experience in Salsa Rueda I required or completion of he previous course.

Showcase Tickets

Come see routines from ballet to East Coast Swing. This performance offers a variety of dances from songs from popular movies. This year’s theme is “A Night at the movies. Come out and see routines in our annual showcase. Once you have purchased your ticket come by the studio and pick them up.
The showcase is at Chopticon High School
25390 Colton Point Rd.
Morganza, MD 20660

Swing Level 1

In this class you will learn the basics of partnering technique, basic step of East Coast Swing and a few minor turns. This class is a progressive class and each night builds on the other.

Swing Level 2

Swing 2 is an advanced leveled class. In this class you will learn more advanced steps and complicated choreography.

Tap for Adult/Teens - Level 2

In this class the students will review tap terminology and learn more advanced foot work. More complex combination will be taught. Class is by instructor approval. Tap shoes required.

Tap for Adults/Teens - Level 1

In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of tap dance. Basic steps and combinations will be taught at center floor and through across the floor progressions. Attire needed: snug, close-fitting clothing that students can move in. Tap shoes are required.

Teen/Adult Hip Hop Level 1

This class will teach you basic hip hop movements, timing and basic choregraphy.

Teen/Adult Hip Hop Level 2

In this level 2 class you will work on advanced hop hip movements at a quick pace. You will learn choregraphy. Emphasis will be on technique.

Tester Dance Class

This is a tester to ensure that the course description and schedule is working online.

Tribal Fusion Belly Dance - Level 1

Tribal Fusion is a dance style with a foundation in belly dance and pulling influence from a variety of dances around the world. You will learn the basic elements of belly dance by using your core energy to create strong and precise movements. In this class you will be introduced to the philosophy of this dance and its yoga influence. As part of the tribal fusion style, the instructor has been personally inspired by dance styles such as Latin, African, hip hop. No prior dance experience required.

Tribal Fusion Belly Dance - Level 1.5

Level 1.5 will build on the elements learned from Level I. In addition, we will continue to learn and explore various movements and increase our core strength while beginning to incorporate movements into combinations. With these movement's, we will learn to create combinations with fluid transitioning. If Level I has not been taken, permission is needed by the instructor. For more information, please contact Dawn Campbell at dairenn@live.com or call the studio. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or the House of Dance at 301-373-6330. Registration is limited so that we can provide individual attention.

Wedding Survival Dance Kit

This course will concentrate on the basics of Foxtrot, Waltz, and other smooth wedding social dances. Ideal for those who will attending a wedding in the near future or the bride and groom to learn the foundation of their first dance. Dance Attire: Please wear something comfortable and easy to move. Shoes: Suede, leather bottoms or dress shoes. Sneakers or rubber soles NOT recommended. For more information about this class, please contact the House o f Dance at 301-373-6330.

West African Dance

This class introduces dances, music and culture of West Africa. It begins with warm-up exercises that will condition the body for the rigors of this form by developing strength, aerobic stamina, coordination, flexibility and rhythmic awareness. Class will proceed to across the floor exercises and culminate to learning cultural dances and songs from West Africa. This class will leave you invigorated and enlightened. Little known fact - Hip Hop dance has its origins in African Dance. Wonderful complement to any hip hop, modern, jazz or creative movement class.