Supplementary classes offered through Leisure Line
Beginner International Ballroom and Latin Dance
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This class is focused on the steps and technique of International style Ballroom Dance. This style is danced socially around the globe and is also used extensively in ballroom competitions. Two dances will be taught each quarter enabling a greater concentration on technique and style. No experience is necessary.
Click here for a more detailed description (pdf). |
| Teachers: Fook Tham & Virginia Barbour |
| Cost: $20 for students, $25 for non-students--sign up and pay at the Recreation Center front desk, interested dancers MUST REGISTER before the class from 9 am to 6 pm, Mon-Fri. |
| Dates: Fridays from January 13 to March 2(Rec. Ctr. schedule) |
| Winter Quarter Dances: Ballroom/Latin Quickstep/Rumba |
| Time: 6:45 pm to 8:45 pm |
| Location: Student Recreation Center Multipurpose Room (MPR) A (but check the board in case there is a room conflict) |
| Student Recreation Center Dress Code: "NO JEANS ALLOWED in dance classes". |
Beginner Argentine Tango
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The Argentine Tango - This is the ultimate dance of love and attraction!
Danced to the sensual music of the bandoneon the steps evoke the yearning for companionship and comfort in a strange land.
This dance celebrates the triumph of the human spirit that is expressed in intricate footwork patterns forming a conversation in dance.
Dare to become fascinated as we explore the passionate world of the Argentine Tango and learn the Beginning steps that form the basis for this unique dance.
Click here for a more detailed description (pdf).
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| Teachers: Fook Tham & Virginia Barbour |
| Cost: $20 for students, $25 for non-students--sign up and pay at the Recreation Center front desk, interested dancers MUST REGISTER before the class from 9 am to 6 pm, Mon-Fri. |
Dates: Mondays from January 9 to March 12
(Check Rec. Ctr. schedule for details when they become available)
No class January 16 & February 20
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| Time: 8:45 to 10:00 pm |
| Location: Student Recreation Center Multipurpose Room (MPR) B (but check the board in case there is a room conflict) |
| Student Recreation Center Dress Code: "NO JEANS ALLOWED in dance classes". |
Fook Tham & Virginia Barbour
Amateur Instructors
Fook Tham and Virginia Barbour are veteran Amateur International Style dancers who have been consistent finalists in competitions for the last ten years. They have assisted the Dancesport team with practices since the club's inception and are the organizers of the Orange Blossom Ball. |
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Fee and registration for these 7 week classes are handled by the Student Recreation Center Leisure Line.
Dancesport Club Membership is NOT INCLUDED.
Fook Tham can be reached at 951-827-4645
Email: fook.tham[at]ucr.edu |
