Bloomington Community Education

Convinced that you have 2-left feet and that dancing is not meant for you? Or do you know someone like this? But still… it would be helpful to know a few steps. Just in case…This workshop is easy and only 1 session! Geared to beginners and guided by a dance champion, you’ll have basic patterns plus a couple of turns by the end of the night! More than enough to provide a full night of dancing! Couples only please!  Enter Door 18, (southwest corner of building) off of 3rd Avenue.

Valentine's Day is just around the corner so why not start the romance early? This workshop takes your old "Swing and Sway" and spices it up with simple, easy romantic moves. You'll be spinning; turning and twirling together before you know it and you'll feel comfortable in any setting! By the end of the session... you won't want to go! Couples only please.  Enter Door 18, (southwest corner of building) off of 3rd Avenue.

New Class!  Join us for a night of moving and grooving to Aretha's Classic song "Think".  In no time at all, you will be dancing to this energetic song with a catchy tune and great moves!  Be prepared for a fabulous night!  Instructor, Monica, is a USA Dance national champion.  No partner required.  Enter Door 18, (southwest corner of building) off of 3rd Avenue.

Do you want to learn to play the guitar?  In a fun and relaxed atmosphere we will learn basic picking and strumming techniques, how to read and play notes and chords, and some basic songs.  Previous knowledge of music is not required.  We'll start from scratch and have you playing music in no time.  Students must provide their own guitar and prior to first class please purchase Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1 (2nd Edition), by Will Schmid.  This class must be taken before advancing to Guitar II (Advanced Guitar).

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won't have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away.  Topics include: How to form the three main types of chords; How to tune your guitar; Basic strumming patterns; and how to play along with simple tunes and more. Bring your own acoustic guitar.  Class fee includes online book and online video instruction.

Some music teachers may not want you to know this, but you don't need years of weekly lessons to learn how to play the piano.  In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets to give you years of musical enjoyment.  How do we do it?  While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords.  You can learn enough chords to play any song in this one session.  Any song. Any style. Any key. If you can find middle C and know the meaning of Every Good Boy Does Fine, you already know enough to enroll in this workshop. Fee includes an online book and online video instruction.Instructor: Jim Anderson

Learn basic ballet movements to improve posture, flexibility, strength and grace. No experience necessary.

Learn Rumba, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Tango and Samba dances!  Reviewing the previous week’s dance steps helps you feel comfortable on the dance floor.  "Patient, fun, helpful and best instructor ever!” are just a few of the comments describing Jays teaching style from students.  Jay compliments all of his students.  He is one of the best dance instructors in the metro area and is recruited by cruise lines around the world because of his dance knowledge.  You'll receive individual attention in a group setting, something you won't find in every dance class.  Singles are welcome.  If you are unable to attend class on your scheduled night, see Jay about other options or call him at 952-830-0062.   

Continue to perfect and review your Latin dance steps as it is a key element in helping students relax, learn and experience success. You’ll receive individual attention in a group setting, something you won’t find in every dance class. Singles welcome. If you are unable to attend class on your scheduled night, see Jay about other options or call him at 952-830-0062. Prerequisite: you must have taken Latin Dance - Let's Begin. 

Learn East Coast Swing, Hustle and Waltz dances!  Reviewing the previous week's dance steps helps you feel comfortable on the dance floor.  Patient, fun, helpful and best instructor ever!" are just a few of the comments describing Jays teaching style from students.  Jay compliments all of his students.  He is one of the best dance instructors in the metro area and is recruited by cruise lines around the world because of his dance knowledge. You’ll receive individual attention in a group setting, something you won’t find in every dance class.  Singles are welcome. If you are unable to attend class on your scheduled night, see Jay about other options or call him at 952-830-0062.

Continue to perfect and review your East Coast Swing, Hustle and Waltz dance steps as it is a key element in helping students relax, learn and experience success.  You’ll receive individual attention in a group setting, something you won’t find in every dance class.  Singles are welcome.  If you are unable to attend class on your scheduled night, see Jay about other options or call him at 952-830-0062.