424 Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457      (860) 347-6971 (x 3777)

Friday, May 17

May 17: Salsa Social! Lessons begin at 8pm!

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We offer a variety of events...

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Argentine Tango
Ballroom
Blues
Breakdance Cipher
Historical Dancing
Salsa Classes and Socials
Swing

Argentine Tango Series: Ready, Set, GO!

1-3pm: Tango 101 - Each month this class will cover fundamental elements that make up Argentine Tango. This class is geared for beginners and for others who want to brush up on their fundamentals for better control of their skills in more advanced material. The three critical leading and following elements are parallel and crossed system walking, forward and back ochos, and grapevine or molinete.

3-5pm: Tango 102 - Tango 102 will cover the fun applications that define the multiple expressive possibilities for both leader and follower in Argentine Tango. This class is geared for people who have some basic experience with Argentine Tango. Tango 101 students are welcome to also take the 102 class. Applications over the 3 months will include sandwiches, paradas, sacadas, boleos, trading center and circumference roles, planeos and calisitas, barridas, ganchos, and dancing to tango, milonga and vals music.

5-6pm: Guided Practica - The Guided Practica after the classes will be opportunity to practice material from the classes and get more individual feedback from the instructor.

Day: Saturday, April 13.
Time: 1-3pm: Tango 101
3-5pm: Tango 2
5-6pm: Guided Practica
Cost: General: $30 for both classes and practica
when pre-registered.$20 per class at the door
Students and seniors: $25 for both classes
when pre-registered, $18 per class at the door
Registration: Click here to register

Nineteenth-Century Waltz Class

Learn the beautiful constantly-turning waltz of the nineteenth century still danced today in folk, contra, and vintage dance communities. No experience required, no partner needed. Flat or low-heeled shoes with leather soles (not rubber) suggested.

Date: Sunday, April 28
Time: 4:00-6:00pm
Cost: $9/person or $15/couple - pay at the door
Registration: No advance sign-up needed

Blues Dance

Never tried partner dancing before? Blues is a great place to start. With no complicated footwork to worry about, you can focus on having a great time and dancing to some awesome music.

Blues Dance 102
Take your blues dancing to the next level. “Like” us on Facebook for updates on class details
each month.

Blues Dance 101
Get into your bluesy groove – no partner or experience needed.

Day: 2nd Fridays
Time: 7-8pm Blues Dance 102
8-9pm Blues Dance 101
9pm-12am Blues Dance
Cost: $10 class & dance (general & students)
$8 dance-only general admission
$5 dance-only student admission
Additional Info: Please check our Facebook Page for updates!

No Attention to Gravity - A B-Boy/B-Girl Cipher

A cipher is a social event for b-boys, b-girls and people interested in watching to come together. Hosted by the b-boy group Of Shadow And Earth, this event allows b-boys and b-girls to showcase their style and moves in a friendly, positive setting.

Ages: 10+
Day: Third Saturday of the month. Please see the Vinnie’s calendar for dates.
Time: 7 to 10 p.m. A free beginner lesson takes place from 6 to 7 p.m.
Cost: $5 ($3 for students w/ ID or for spectators)
For more information, contact Bryan at (860) 344-8916.

Regency Tea Dance

Join us for an afternoon of early 19th century dance in the style of Jane Austen! Lively country dances and cotillions; all dances will be taught. Light Regency-era refreshments will be provided. Early 19th century costume (or best effort) encouraged! Flat, leather-soled shoes strongly recommended - no high heels!

Date: Sunday,March 17 and Sunday, April 14
Time: 2:00-5:00pm
Cost: $10 per person - pay at the door
Registration: No advance sign-up needed

Salsa Socials

A social salsa dance for all levels. No dance experience is necessary to have a great time!
And no partner needed. Bring friends, bring coworkers! Led by Dr. Mike.

Beginner/Intermediate NY Salsa
If you've got some experience with dancing salsa on 2, this is the class for you!

Beginner NY Salsa
Know the basic step? Here's where you take it to the next level.

NY Salsa Crash Course
Never done salsa before? This class will get your feet and hips moving so you can get on the dance floor!

All are welcome, no partner needed.

Day: 1st and 3rd Fridays
Time: See our calendar for dates

Monthly Swing Dance

From East Coast to Lindy Hop, Charleston to Balboa, there's a little bit of everything swing
(even some blues!) at our monthly swing dance. All welcome, no partner needed.

Swing Dance 101
Start off on the right foot – no partner or experience needed.

Swing and Blues Dance

Day: 4th Fridays
Time: 8—9pm:
Swing Dance 101

9pm—12am:
Swing and Blues Dance
Cost: $10 class & dance (general & students)
$8 dance-only general admission
$5 dance-only student admission
Additional Info: Please check our Facebook Page for updates!
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