Because of proximity to Thanksgiving, our regular lesson at the Moose is canceled for Wednesday, November 21st.

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Weekly Dance Lessons​

Tuesdays at the Active Senior Inc. in Salinas
Swing Lesson 6:00-7:00
Open to all ages and dance levels, we will teach the original swing dances from the 1920's and 30's including the Lindy Hop, Charleston, and Balboa.

The Moon Glow Jazz Band 7:00-9:00
Moon Glow is a professional music ensemble with a versatile repertoire of jazz, Latin, and swing standards that are guaranteed to keep your toes tapping.  ($8 for ASI members/$9 for non-members)



Wednesdays at the Monterey Moose Family Center 

Pre-Lesson 7:00 - 7:30 PM
Come early to dance with us, warm up, or practice some moves.

Beginning Lesson 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Tailored for beginner and drop-in dancers, we focus on basic connection, Lindy Hop, Charleston, or Balboa.  No experience is required as we guide you through the basic techniques and footwork of these fun dances from the 1920s and 30s.  

Intermediate Lesson 8:30 - 9:30 PM
Building upon the first hour's lesson, we teach a series of socially leadable moves and variations, continuing with swing dance fundamentals, a variety of turns, tricks and dips.  These lessons are designed for more experienced dancers; however, beginners are encouraged to hang in there as long as they're having fun.  

Post -Lesson Dancing 9:30-10:00 PM
Stick around for Charleston Line, birthday/special guest jams, snowball or a bit of open dancing.

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*No partner required for any of the lessons.

Price
$5 for each one-hour lesson. We dare you to find more fun for your buck.
We're betting you'll try it and catch the highly infectious swing fever!

Location
Tuesday Nights                                                                        Wednesday Nights
                     Active Senior Inc.                                                                       Monterey Moose Family Center                                            100 Harvest St,                                                                            555 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, 
       Salinas, CA 93901                                                                       Del Rey Oaks, CA 93940

Classes canceled for Wednesday, November 21st.

Private Lessons
     Group lessons not a good fit for you?  We offer private dance lessons for any occasion, including weddings.  Please contact us for rates and availability.