How About Dancing?

Dancing breathes life into your soul.

You know you want something more in your life. You want excitement. You want to set goals. You want an outlet to express yourself. You want a creative way to do that. Dancing can be the perfect outlet for you!

Dancing is magical.  It is great for your mind, body and soul.  It breathes life into your soul.

Researchers have found that regular physical activity can help keep your body and brain healthy.

Dancing has become more than a social necessity. It provides a creative release, genuine fun and an outstanding program for health and self-improvement.

Here are just a few benefits of dance:

Tones your entire body
Weight management
Increased muscular strength, endurance and flexibility
Strengthens bones
Improves posture and balance
Improves mental functioning
Greater self-confidence
Better social skills
Opportunity to meet people
Improves relationships

I have been instructing people not only to dance but how to use it for the past 30+ years through an interrelated system.

bALLROOM AND LATIN DANCE CLASSES

I offer the perfect combination of private and group class instruction, as well as practice sessions and social outings. I offer instruction in all of the major ballroom and latin dances from the slow smooth Fox Trot and Waltz to the fiery and energetic Salsa and Hustle! This wide variety will ensure your confidence and fun on the dance floor!

Choose your dances or master them all:  Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha, Swing, Hustle, Samba, Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Bolero, Night Club Two Step, Quick Step, Viennese Waltz, Argentine Tango, Paso Doble, Polka, West Coast Swing.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, I am sure to bring out the dancer in you!!!

Flexible enrollment packages can include:

  • One on One Private Lessons – For one to two people.  You will study exclusively with an instructor.  You will learn at your own pace and will work on your personal dance needs.
  • Group Classes – In group classes you will learn several styles of dance. Usually, the group sessions run for four weeks. These classes typically rotate partners. This is a great way to improve your leading and following skills.
  • Workshops – In a workshop you will study one style of dance in a group class. They run for 4-6 weeks. These classes also rotate partners for the improvement of your leading and following.
  • Social Outings – A group of dance students get together and go out to many of the different social ballroom dances in the area. They may be organized by the staff or suggestions we made as to where and when these social dances are being held. This is a great way to practice all you have been learning and meet great people.
  • Wedding Packages – Private dance lessons where we focus on your dancing needs for your special day. You can learn to lead and follow a dance to your special song or learn choreography for your first dance. You may also want to learn other styles of dance to dance throughout your event. Your lessons are centered around your needs by our wedding dance specialists. (Also see private groups)
  • Private Group Classes – Your private group will learn one style or many styles of dances, which ever you decide. A private group may be you and a bunch of friends, family or a wedding party. It is a group you put together and all agree on the same day and time to take your dance lessons in a group setting.

…and much, much more!

Let me be your partner as you take pride in learning to dance!!! 

Line Dancing

You will learn line dances I choreographed to all types/genres of music.  They are short routines repeated to great music.

Not only is this class going to be super fun!!!  You will be exercising and not even knowing it.  It is great for your mind, body and spirit.  You will find it helps with concentration, physical stamina and overall, will lift your spirits.

When you go to dance parties, events, or weddings you can request the songs and have friends and family follow you and soon you will have a group dancing with you at all the parties you attend.  How fun is that?  Super fun!!!

Dance Circle

What is it?

Soft easy movements that help connect mind, body, and spirit.

Why?

It helps shift your energy and emotional state. Helps to build an inner sense of stability and support.

Builds confidence. Healing for the mind, body, and spirit connection.

Can Can Drum Dancing

I lead the group in playing a 10 gallon garbage can with drum sticks to all different genres of music.  It is super fun for all ages and physical abilities.

Some key benefits are:

  • One of the key benefits of drumming, especially for seniors, is the mental discipline involved.
  • Drumming encourages gentle body movements providing beneficial physical exercise.
  • Drumming is hands-on and sensory stimulating. No learning curve. Participants can quickly get involved.
  • Encourages all seniors to participate and engages them within their own comfort level.
  • Decreased anxiety and depression
  • Improved joint mobility and posture
  • Help with motor skills
  • Increased energy

Special Population/Assisted Living

Other communities Kristie works in…

Assisted living home, Developmentally disabled and Mental Illness community centers.

DANCE WITH KRISTIE SESSIONS

I lead dance classes to some oldies music the residents and clients of these communities recognize and some new fun music of today.  All are invited!!!  For those who choose to not get up on their feet or cannot, they are shown how to and encouraged to dance the moves in their seat.  And for those who feel more confident to stand and dance I do keep it simple for safety with variations to adjust to the ability of the group.

CAN CAN DRUM DANCING CLASSES

I lead the clients/residents in playing a 10 gallon garbage can with drum sticks to all different genres of music.  It is super fun, perfect for all ages and physical and mental abilities.  Some key benefits are:

  • One of the key benefits of drumming, especially for seniors, is the mental discipline involved.
  • Drumming encourages gentle body movements providing beneficial physical exercise.
  • Drumming is hands-on and sensory stimulating. No learning curve. Participants can quickly get involved.
  • Encourages all seniors to participate and engages them within their own comfort level.
  • Decreased anxiety and depression
  • Improved joint mobility and posture
  • Help with motor skills
  • Increased energy

Mental Illness Community center funded by the Jamie A. Hulley Arts Foundation 

School Programs:

Kristie is involved with a 4-year-old school readiness program and works with elementary school children in the fifth grade, teaching Ballroom and Latin dancing.  Inquire if you would like more information on these types of programs.

Funded by the Jamie A. Hulley Arts Foundation