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The Fall Quarter begins the week of October 11th and ends the week of December 18th. 

Beginning Ballroom / Latin Dance

Instructors: Daryl Philibert

Class day/time: Friday, 7:00pm-8:00pm

Contact information: ctprofla@aol.com

Cost: Members –  $95  Non-members $125

Course Description:

This class has so much to offer. Whether you’re getting married, going on a cruise, have a function or just want to learn for pure enjoyment.  Ballroom dancing is a fun way to stay in shape and in style. Dances taught in the Ballroom / Latin class include; Salsa / Mambo, Tango, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Merengue, Foxtrot, Waltz, East / West Coast Swing, Hustle and Samba. It’s a great way to spend time with a friend or partner. However a partner isn’t required to join! It’s time to get your cha cha heels!

Syallabus:

WEEK 1 – Salsa Basics / Tango Basics

WEEK 2 – Review Salsa and Tango Basics

– Salsa: Turns

– Tango: Open Fan

WEEK 3 – Review

– Salsa: CBL

– Tango: Running Steps In 3 Positions

WEEK 4 – Review

– Salsa: Introduction to Hips (Cuban-Motion)

– Tango: Tango Rocks, Right Side Fan

WEEK 5 – Review

– Salsa: Arm and Footwork Technique

– Tango: Posture, Frame, and Footwork Technique

WEEK 6 – Review

– Salsa: Sombrero

– Tango: Right Side Promenade

WEEK 7 – Review

– Salsa: Emchufa

– Tango: Ronde De Jambe

WEEK 8 – Sizzling Salsa — To Hot To Tango Graduation

– Salsa / Tango: Review All Steps

– Introduction to Swing / Class Choice

DANCE EMPLOYMENT:

Dance Instructor, Virtuous Productions     January 2010 – Present

Delray Beach, FL

• Private Lessons
• Wedding Choreography
• Hip-Hop/Club Dance Fusion Class
• Adult Ballet Class
• Ballroom/Latin Dance Class

Dance Instructor, Jewish Community Center    January 2010 – Present

Boca Raton, FL

• Ballroom/Latin Dance Instructor

Dance Instructor, Power Barre      October 2007 – Present

Delray Beach, FL

• Private Lessons
• Wedding Choreography
• Ballroom/Latin Dance Class
• Adult Ballet Class
• Hip-Hop/Jazz Class
• Stretch Class

Dance Instructor, The Oaks at Boca Raton    May 2008 – Present

Boca Raton, FL

• Private Lessons
• Ballroom/Latin Dance Class

EDUCATION

The University of the Arts

Philadelphia, PA

Bachelor of Fine Arts {Jazz Dance}