Group Classes, Special Events & Dance Parties

Group classes will help you to learn new dance patterns with a wide variety of partners. Bring your dance partner or bring yourself; singles are welcome! Rotation is encouraged but not required, so if you wish to remain with your own special someone that is very okay. Rachel makes the process of learning to dance both fun and easy for beginners and advanced dancers alike. Group classes are great for developing and practicing technique within patterns, socializing and meeting new friends, and enjoying healthy exercise while having fun!

See below for the class and event list by day of the week—or check the 2 Dance with Joy Calendar.

• January 23—American Tango
• January 30—East Coast Swing
• February 27—Night Club Two-Step

Join us for a wonderful evening of social dancing! DJ Daniel will spin those great tunes of Ballroom/Latin/Swing and your special requests in the large ballroom, while DJ Glen provides beautiful Argentine Tango music in the small ballroom. The dance lesson—along with the punch, cookies & healthy snacks—is included in your admission price of $8 per person, $6 youth & college students. Singles, couples, and all ages are welcome!
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MONDAY & WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS: Latin, Swing, Argentine Tango
Jan 4- March 10 (Ten-Week Series, 20 Classes)
Portland State University, Peter Stott Center, SW Park & Hall, Room #207
12:45-1:35 PM Latin Dance
2-3 PM Argentine Tango
3-4 PM Swing Dance
4-5 PM Performance Dance

MONDAY EVENINGS: Ballroom, Swing, Latin
January 11-March 15 (Ten-Week Series/Two 5-Week Sessions)
The Laurelhurst Club, 3721 SE Ankeny Street
7-8 PM Ballroom Sampler: Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba  & More! Prepare for those romantic nights on the town!
8-9 PM Swing Sampler: Swing Jubilee of fun patterns from all your favorite Swing dances: East Coast, West Coast, Lindy & Hustle. Patterns are taught in a routine!

TUESDAY AFTERNOONS: Parkinson’s Dance
January 12-February 16 (Six-Week Session)
Ankeny Street Studio, SE 9th & Ankeny St.1-2 PM Parkinsons Dance Class: Argentine Tango, Plus—dance to beautiful music, stretch, move and balance. Share fun & friendship!

TUESDAY EVENINGS: Ladies Styling
January 5–March 16 (Ongoing Drop-In Class)
Ankeny Street Studio, SE 9th & Ankeny St.
5-6 PM Ladies Styling—graceful arms, pretty & playful footwork! Join us for a time of friendship and laughter while developing your dancing skills of technique, turns and styling!

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS: Argentine Tango
January 6–February 24 (Eight-Week Series/Two 4-Week Sessions)
Portland Dance Sport, 7981 SE 17th Ave.
7-8 PM Argentine “Fun”damentals of Tango—create a foundation of your basics to enjoy an evening out on the social Argentine Tango dance floor!

FRIDAY EVENINGS: Parkinson’s Dance
January 15-February 19 (Six-Week Session)
Ankeny Street Studio, SE 9th & Ankeny St.6-7 PM Parkinsons Dance Class: Argentine Tango, Plus—dance to beautiful music, stretch, move and balance. Share fun & friendship!

SATURDAY AFTERNOONS: Argentine Tango
January 9–February 27  (Seven-Week Series, *no class 2/13)
Ankeny Street Studio, SE 9th & Ankeny St.3-4 PM Argentine Tango—enjoy the lovely beauty of 
 improvisation and the essential skills of connection for a “Zen-like” lead and follow experience!
{Note: no class on Febuary 13.}

SATURDAY EVENINGS: Wedding Dance
January 9–February 27  (8-Week Series/Two 4-Week Sessions)
Viscount Dance Studios, 7th & E. Burnside
5:45-6:45 PM Wedding Dances: prepare for those weddings, special events, or a romantic night on the town!