Group Classes
All Tempo group classes are appropriate for both couples and singles - you never need a partner to attend any Tempo dance events or activities! Unless otherwise noted, classes are drop-in. If you are unsure about which classes are right for you, get in touch with us or you can even stop in and observe a class before attending.
Beginner Classes
Beginner Dance Drop-Ins (Mondays and Fridays 7 to 8 pm, Wednesdays Noon & 7 to 8 pm)
Our beginner group classes are ideal for students who are completely new to dancing or for those who have prior dance experience but want a review or wish to learn the basics of a new dance.
Classes are drop-in (unless otherwise noted) and a different dance is featured each class. You will learn basic steps to the dance, how to lead or follow and dance the steps to music. Dances repeat regularly so if you miss one or need to come several times to the same one, you’ll be able to catch it when it repeats.
COST: $10 per person, per class or purchase a Class Pass (10 classes) for $85
“The Basics”: Introduction to Ballroom & Latin Dancing (Saturdays 10 to 11 am)
This one-hour class is a perfect beginner introduction to ballroom and Latin dancing. The class is drop-in, but is also ideal to take as a six-week series. Two different dances will be featured each week, covering 12 dances. Students will be introduced to the music, styling and count of each dance, learn basic steps/patterns and dance the steps to music. The classes are intended to introduce beginner dancers to a variety of ballroom, Latin and social dances so they get a better idea of ones they would like to pursue in a group setting or through private lessons.
COST: $10 per person, per class or purchase a Class Pass (10 classes) for $85.
Intermediate Classes
Rhythm/Latin Technique (alternating Tuesdays 7 to 8 pm)
Students will learn and review the core concepts of the Latin American dances (including cha cha, mambo, swing, bolero, rumba and samba). Material will include cuban motion, leg action, arm styling and variations of basic patterns.
Ballroom Technique (alternating Tuesdays 7 to 8 pm)
Students will be exposed to the principals of the Smooth dances (including waltz, foxtrot, tango, Viennese waltz and quickstep). Material will include developing a strong frame, transitioning from open to closed dance position, proper footwork and musicality.
COST: $10 per person, per class or purchase a Class Pass (10 classes) for $85
Advanced Classes
Advanced Latin/Rhythm Technique (Wednesdays 8 to 9 pm)
Advanced Ballroom/SmoothTechnique (Thursdays 8 to 9 pm)
COST: $10 per person, per class or purchase a Class Pass (10 classes) for $85
Series Classes
Four-week series classes offer students the opportunity to build their skills in a specific dance or dance style over a period of four weeks. Each class builds upon the information presented in previous classes, so that by the end of the series, you will have acquired the fundamental steps/patterns and technique for that dance. Dances and skill levels of the series will vary each month.
March Series:
American Tango - 8 to 9 pm every Tuesday for four weeks beginning March 9
COST: $40 per person; payment and registration for the full series on the first day of class.
* Please note: no drop-ins after the first class.
Dance Fitness Classes
Saturdays 9 to 10 am
Thursdays 9 to 10 am (beginning in January)
We've taken elements and steps from a variety of Latin dances (cha cha, rumba, samba, paso doble, swing, jive and others) to create a cardio, ab, and lower body sculpting workout like no other! Join us every Saturday for an hourlong workout that will keep you moving (and yes, we'll say it: grooving) the entire time. Think Zumba with a shot of espresso and better music. The class is drop-in, but more advanced variations will be introduced as we go for those who take the class regularly.
COST: $10 per person or purchase a Class Pass (10 classes) for $85.
Youth Classes
Youth Beginner Series
The Youth Series is a 12-week program that introduces children ages 7 to 17 to a variety of ballroom and latin dance steps, techniques and styling. Students will be taught in two separate groups based on age/experience level, but the program is ideal for those with little or no dance experience.
COST: $120 per semester (all 12 classes) per child. Winter/Spring 2010 semester begins Saturday, January 16
Dance Parties
Held every other Friday from 8 to 10 pm (Open Group Class from 7 to 8 pm)
Dance parties offer an exceptional opportunity for students of all levels to enjoy an evening of dancing while getting invaluable practice time with a variety of dance partners. Tempo instructors and advanced dancers are always available to help beginning students navigate around the dance floor in an encouraging, laid-back and fun environment. Parties are two hours long and feature open dancing and mixers to a wide spectrum of social dance music. A one-hour group class is offered prior to all parties to get you moving and to introduce you to the other dancers.
COST: $20 per person for Class & Party or $15 per person for Party only. You may purchase a Party Pass (10 parties) for $135.
