Schedule
Social Dance Programs
Let me assure you, the answer to your question is based on your individual background and interests.
"Have you ever danced before? Have you ever taken classes before? Where do you go dancing? Where would you like to go dancing?"
Most people say they want to feel confident and comfortable on the dance floor for whatever occassion and just have FUN! They don't want to have to sit out or decline an invitation to dance because they don't know how. They don't want to feel awkward when they do dance, and they certainly want to leave a good impression with their partner. (scroll down)
As a teacher for many years, I can confidently say the single most important facit of learning to dance with a partner is frame and connection.....as a social dancer, learning how to lead and follow will make all the difference in the world in your dance ability!
Any of the classes offered this term provide a wonderful foundation for the ongoing process of acquiring leading skills and/or following skills. It's not really how many moves you can do on the dance floor, its how you do them that counts. Remember, learning how to dance is a sequential skill building process. There is NO MAGIC WAND! So go ahead and make the decision to take the class that interests you the most. Talk to your teacher determine a plan of action that will help you reach your goals.
Learn about Lead & Follow Skills!
Learn the secrets of good Ballroom dancing…
Frame, Connection, Technique, Style!
Level 1 Classes: Social Dance Program For the Beginner
Level 2 Classes: Social Dance Program For the Intermediate Dancer
Pick one or two or MORE of the classes listed on the calendar and JOIN US FOR FUN ON THE DANCE FLOOR!
Please note location of the classes, (some are held at StaverDanceSport, some are held at RiverRoad Parks & Rec.)
Need More Info? Contact Linda Staver
Phone: 746-6268 E-mail: elstaver1@aol.com
"Are you trying to decide which class would be best for you?"
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May 2006
The following 19 classes take place during this month and are sorted by "name":Ballroom Sampler 1 (2)
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Apr 8 - May 27, 2006
- DoW:
- Sat
- Time:
- 7:30 pm
- Level:
- 1
- Taught By:
- Edward Staver
This course is a Mini Ballroom Sampler" course designed to introduce the beginner dancer to basic patterns in four different dances. Emphasis will be placed on basic lead and follow skills so that you can dance more comfortably with a partner and have FUN! Dances introduced this term: Waltz, Fox Trot, East Coast Swing, Cha-Cha. more »
Bolero 1 (4)
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Apr 3 - May 22, 2006
- DoW:
- Time:
- 7:00 pm
- Level:
- 1
- Taught By:
- Linda Staver
Beautiful Bolero! The suave elegant latin counterpart to NightClub Two Step. This dance has a sensuous ebb and flow of movement that makes it one of the most romantic of all the ballroom dances. Great dance to learn before that next special occasion! more »
East Coast Swing 2 (2)
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Apr 6 - May 25, 2006
- DoW:
- Thu
- Time:
- 8:00 pm
- Level:
- 2
- Taught By:
- Jim Webb
East Coast Swing is the easiest of all the swings to learn and the most versatile, with lots of fun patterns. Learn to lead and how to follow more complex patterns - the key to good dancing anytime, anywhere! This class is fast paced and aerobic. Quick and easy to learn patterns that are "FANCY DANCY!" more »
Fox Trot 1 (5)
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Apr 4 - May 23, 2006
- DoW:
- Tues
- Time:
- 8:00pm
- Level:
- 1 (For the Beginner)
- Taught By:
- Jason Olson
Dance to your old time favorites like Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, or Hank Williams.......
Fox Trot is one of the most versatile slow dances that fits a variety of music style. Learn the basics in this class...learn how to lead, learn how to follow, so you and your partner can have more fun on the dance floor! more »
Fox Trot 1 (6)
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May 3 - 24, 2006
- DoW:
- Wed
- Time:
- 8:00pm
- Level:
- 1(For the Beginner)
- Taught By:
- Edward Staver
Fox Trot is one of the most versatile slow dances that fits a variety of music style. Learn the basics in this class...learn how to lead, learn how to follow, so you and your partner can have more fun on the dance floor! more »
Fox Trot 2 (3)
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Apr 15 - Jun 10, 2006
- DoW:
- Sat
- Time:
- 6:30 pm
- Level:
- 2
- Taught By:
- Ed Staver
Fox Trot for the Intermediate Dancer. In this class you will learn Basic and Complex patterns as well as Technique. Fox Trot is considered the traditional "slow dance". If you have never danced before, Fox Trot is a good dance to start with. Generally speaking, the band will always play Fox Trots........ more »
Friday Night Dance!
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Mar 12 - May 27, 2006
- DoW:
- Fri
- Time:
- 8:30 pm - 11:00 p.m.
- Level:
- Beginners Welcome!
Every FRIDAY night from 8:30 - 11:00 p.m. you can dance to your heart's content...
Practice new dance steps that you've been learning throughout the week at your regular classes. Practice by yourself or with a partner. Meet new people and make new friends while you're practicing those basics or practicing the more advanced combinations. Get on the dance floor and have some fun with lots of floor space and in air conditioning! more »
Medal Class
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Mar 11 - May 13, 2006
- DoW:
- Sat
- Time:
- 7:30 pm
- Level:
- Bronze Waltz
- Taught By:
- Linda Staver
Registration for this class is by Teacher permission ONLY!
If you are interested in taking your dancing to the NEXT level of good quality dancing based on standardized Technique, this is the class for you. See Linda for details. more »
Merengue 1
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Apr 3 - May 22, 2006
- DoW:
- Mon
- Time:
- 8:00 pm
- Level:
- 1
- Taught By:
- Jason Olson
Merengue originated in the Dominican Republic in the early 19th Century, and its is the only dance from that country to have made a significant impact on the ballroom dance floor across the United States..... more »
Rumba Technique
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Apr 5 - May 24, 2006
- DoW:
- Wed
- Time:
- 7:00 pm
- Level:
- 3
- Taught By:
- Linda Staver
For the Intermediate/Advanced Dancer. Learn this highly stylized latin dance with Cuban Motion Technique that characterizes this dance as "American" style. Also learn a variety of patterns that make you look "GOOD" on the dance floor. Learn how to lead/follow these patterns so you feel rhythmically poised and confident. (Not for the beginner - must have taken Rumba 3 or equivalent) more »
Spring Dance Party
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Apr 30 - May 1, 2006
- DoW:
- Sun
- Time:
- 6:00 pm
- Level:
- All
Join Us for this "kick back and relax" Spring Dance Party. Bring your favorite Potluck dish for all to share. This party is casual.....and low key. It's time to enjoy all of the information you've just been saturated with in the Dance Workshop. Good times, good friends, good dancing.
If you want more information about the workshop classes and the dance party afterwards, contact Linda @ 746-6268. more »
Spring Dance Party Workshop
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Apr 30 - May 1, 2006
- DoW:
- Sun
- Time:
- 2:00 pm
- Level:
- All
- Taught By:
- David Arnold
David Arnold BACK again at StaverDanceSport for April 30th weekend workshops!
David is returning to Eugene from San Francisco to visit Ed and Linda again in April and will be conducting a Special Spring Dance Party Workshop. more »
Take the LEAD Now!
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May 2 - 23, 2006
- DoW:
- Tues
- Time:
- 8:00 pm
- Level:
- All
- Taught By:
- Linda Staver
Discover how to use your frame and your body to move the woman accross the dance floor. Learn what to expect from your partner and how to be prepared to deal with all different types of Follows.... more »
Waltz 1 (4)
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Apr 4 - May 23, 2006
- DoW:
- Tues
- Time:
- 7:00 pm
- Level:
- 1 (For the Beginner)
- Taught By:
- Jason Olson
Waltz 1 is an introductory class for the basics of this beautiful slow dance. Learn how to move confidently with grace and poise. Learn correct technique for "rise and fall", the characteristic styling of Waltz. Learn how to implement "sway", the technique that makes you look and feel like you're floating smoothly across the floor. And, most important of all, learn about frame and connection, the mysterious formula for lead and follow skills.
Need More Info? Contact Linda Staver
Phone: 746-6268 E-mail: elstaver1@aol.com more »
Waltz 1 (5)
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May 3 - 24, 2006
- DoW:
- Wed
- Time:
- 7:00 pm
- Level:
- 1 (For the Beginner)
- Taught By:
- Edward Staver
Waltz 1 is an introductory class for the basics of this beautiful slow dance. Learn how to move confidently with grace and poise. Learn how to move confidently with grace and poise. Learn correct technique for "rise and fall", the characteristic styling of waltz. more »
Waltz 4 (2)
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Apr 4 - May 23, 2006
- DoW:
- Tues
- Time:
- 7:00 pm
- Level:
- 4
- Taught By:
- Linda Staver
For the Intermediate/Advanced Dancer. Pre-requisite: You must have taken Waltz level 2 &3.
In this class you will learn patterns at an advanced Bronze/Silver/Gold level. Focus on style and technique, lead and follow skills to make you and your partner look better and feel better on the dance floor. more »
West Coast Swing 1
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Apr 6 - May 25, 2006
- DoW:
- Thu
- Time:
- 7:00 pm
- Level:
- 1
- Taught By:
- Ed Staver
West Coast Swing is the sassiest of all the swings with lots of fun patterns. Learn to lead and how to follow - the key to good dancing anytime, anywhere! more »
Workshop Review
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May 12 - Jun 2, 2006
- DoW:
- Fri
- Time:
- 8:45pm
- Level:
- All
- Taught By:
- linda Staver
If you would like to review the combinations taught by David Arnold on April 30th, there will be a review class held on the next four Friday nights:
May 12th - Waltz Review
May 19th - Swing Review
May 26th - Fox Trot Review
June 2nd - Bolero Review
Time: 8:45 pm
Cost: $10 per class
Where: StaverDanceSport more »