Bloomington Community Education

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

Wow your guests with your first dance at your wedding or other special occasion! Get your feet moving to the Waltz, East Coast Swing, Rumba, and Hustle. Jay specializes in choreographing wedding dances. Register the whole family so you will all be comfortable on the dance floor. Reviewing the dance steps taught each week is what makes students look and feel more successful on the dance floor. Jay is one of the best dance instructors in the metro area and has taught dance on cruise lines around the world.  Class size is limited so register early.  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.

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

Just in time for the wedding & party season!  No need to sit and watch any more, step into the party with this workshop of the popular line dances:  Electric Slide, Cha Cha Slide and the Cupid Shuffle.  No partner needed for an entire evening of fun!

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.  

You thought about it!  You wanted to!  But where did the time go?  Not to worry.  In this 2 hour workshop, Monica Mohn, nominated by MN Bride for "Best Wedding Dance Instruction" will guide you with fun moves and simple tips to have you feeling comfortable and looking great on that special day!  Feel free to bring your special song!  Couples only please.