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Come Waltz in July! MONDAYS, JULY 6TH, 13TH, 20TH, 27TH For over 250 years, waltz has been a favorite of dancers around the
world. In waltz, you get to embrace your partner and glide around the
room with walking (and whirling) steps.
Salida & Leadville Community Contra Dances
Come one, Come all! These fun gatherings always include live music and calling that is sure to make you
feel welcome and get your feet stomping. All dances
are taught and called, so no experience is necessary.
Also, since we often change partners during or after a dance, you can come alone or with
a big group. Dances are typically held the 3rd weekend of the month. See schedule below
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AVMAD is committed to offering two instructional dance series each year.
Lesson: 7:15-8:45pm / Open Dancing: 8:45-9:45pm
at the Salida Scout Hut in Riverside Park
For four Mondays starting
July 6th at the Salida Scout Hut, Kimball Edell will be teaching a
casual, folk waltz that encourages creativity and fun.
Kimball Edell has been dancing and teaching waltz on the Front Range
for over 15
years and is excited to teach in our area this summer! What he loves
most about waltzing is sharing that smooth motion with a partner.
Geared towards beginners, this class will also offer the intermediate
dancer fun new moves and skills to refine and smooth out your
waltzing! Kimball's lessons feature lots of practice to cement the
class knowledge. Regular partner rotation plus responding to what the
group needs makes every class different.
Cost is only $35 for 4 weeks or $10/drop-in. Come for
just the Open Dancing for $5/person.
The series will culminate July 27th with live music by Rodney Sauer,
top-notch Louisville-based pianist who loves to play for dancers.
Twenty people are needed to make this series happen. Sign
up and pay for the series by showing up early the first night.
AVMAD is committed to offering contra dances in Salida & Leadville.
What is community dancing?
SALIDA DANCES
Held 3rd Saturdays (except June) at the Salida Scout Hut in Riverside Park from 7pm - 10pm. Bring your kids at the
beginning for easier dances especially
for families! Slightly harder dances after the break. Bring a yummy treat for the dessert potluck. Adults: $6 / Youth: $3.
Dances are co-sponsored by Salida Recreation.
LEADVILLE DANCES
Held at St. George's Episcopal Church (200 W 4th) from 7pm - 9:30pm on the last Saturday of select months - see calendar below.
Bring a yummy treat for the dessert potluck. Cost: $5 / person
2009 SCHEDULE OF COMMUNITY DANCES
See the calendar for most up to date information.
Saturday, January 24th, 2009 - Salida Dance
Saturday, February 25th - Leadville Dance
Saturday, March 21st - Salida Dance
Saturday, March 18th - Salida Dance (tentative)
Saturday, April 25th - Leadville Dance
Saturday, May 16th - Salida Dance
Saturday, June 27th - Leadville Dance
Saturday, July 18th - Salida Dance
Saturday, August 15th - Salida Dance
Saturday, August 22nd - Leadville Dance
Saturday, September 19th - Salida Dance
Saturday, October 24th (4th Saturday!) - Special Salida Halloween Dance
Saturday, November 21st - Salida Dance
Saturday, December 19th - Salida Dance
Buena Vista Community Dance
What is community dancing?
2nd Fridays, September
- May. 7-9 PM at the Buena Vista High School Cafeteria Dec - March and at the Heritage Museum
Courtroom Gallery the other months. $3 per person. Call 719-395-6704 to confirm location and date.
This dance is made possible because everyone volunteers! Local musicians provide the music, local callers teach and guide the dances, and regular attendees bring snacks for all to enjoy. A true community event.
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Dances of Universal Peace
First Friday of each month, All year.
7:30 - 9:30 PM, at the Salida Yoga Studio at 112 F St. $5 per person.
The Dance of Universal Peace (DUP) is a heart-centered circle dance that fosters
connection to community and all life. The dances are taught each time so no prior
experience is necessary. The dances are coordinated with spiritual lyrics and performed
with intention. Guitar playing accompanies the singing and dancing. It can be described
as ecstatic, deeply moving, and inspiring body-prayer. The lyrics come from any of the
many spiritual traditions, honoring the oneness and truth of all.
Contact Bonnie at 539-7529 for more info.
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Buena Vista Recreation
A variety of classes are offered throughout the year including swing and tap dancing.
For more information, call 719-395-8643 ext 16
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City of Salida Recreation
A variety of classes are offered throughout the year including swing and belly dancing.
Community
dances are also supported by Salida Recreation.
For more information, call
719-539-5703 or email salidarecreation@yahoo.com
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Other Dance Opportunities
Private Dance Instruction
Eleanor Fahrney, founder of Arkansas Valley Music And Dance, offers private dance classes (swing,
waltz, salsa, two-step, clogging) for singles, couples, and small groups.
She also calls contra and square dances for private parties. Call 719-221-2074
to inquire about rates and scheduling. Proceeds from her teaching support local dance events.
Andrea Earley-Coen teaches clogging and fiddling to all ages. Call 970-309-3175 for more info.
Rivertribe African Dance Classes
Workshop series are offered on Saturday mornings sporadically throughout the year. Locations
vary. All classes include live drumming and instruction.
719-207-0500 for more info.
Monarch Mavericks Square Dance Club
2nd and 4th Saturdays. American Legion Hall,
Salida. 10th & H St. Call 719-539-6928 for more info. Lessons generally run
from January - June.
Hi Steppin'
Tap, jazz, yoga, and pre-school
dancing lessons. Lessons offered September through May. 719-539-5110
or 530-8588. 547 Jones St. jjlines[at]salida.net
Ballroom Dancing Group
Every 3rd Friday of the month at
Hi Steppin' Studio, 547 Jones St. 7:30pm-10:30pm. $5 / person.
Come dance the night away! Call 719-539-3930 or email fred[at]salidamedical.com for more
info.