Dancing Through the Week
November 10th - November 16th
Monday, November 10th
LINE DANCING – All Levels – Ongoing
11:00 – 12:00 $15 or 4 classes for $50
It’s time to enjoy dancing solo. Instructor Shawn Godwin will begin with a repeat of the dance taught the previous week before teaching something new. Fun, fun, fun! Pre-registration is recommended at 970-739-6771.
SALSA 201 (Intermediate) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $18
Let instructors Gary and Aurora keep you challenged while learning the coolest aspects of this exciting dance, including intricacies involving lead/follow, arm style and artful turns.
BRAZILIAN ZOUK – Ongoing
6:30 – 7:30 Open Level Class $15
7:30 – 9.30 Zouk Practica $10
Discover the magic of Brazilian Zouk in this fun and welcoming open-level class! Guided by the guest instructors, dynamic duo Olga & Fernando, you’ll explore the art of connection, flow, and body movement through the beautiful rhythms of Zouk music.
Tuesday, November 11th
WALTZ – Level 101 (Beginner) – Lesson 2 of 4
5:15 – 6:15 $18 or $9*
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the fundamental steps, posture, and turns that make the Waltz so effortlessly beautiful. Our Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook will guide you through each movement with patience and clarity, helping you feel confident on the dance floor — even if you’ve never danced before!
3 Count Hustle - Level 401 (Intermediate/Advanced) – Lesson 2 of 4
6:15 – 7:15 $18 or $9*
Take your Hustle skills to the next level! In this class, dancers refine technique, timing, and styling while exploring more intricate turn patterns, traveling steps, and dynamic partner connections. The focus is on smooth transitions, musicality, and building confidence for social dancing. Designed for those already comfortable with Hustle basics, this class will challenge you with fresh combinations and polish your dance style with Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook.
WEST COAST SWING 101 (Beginner) – Ongoing
7:15 – 8:15 $18 or $9*
Instructor Paula Paite will give you the all-important structural aspects of this wonderful dance, using a wide variety of musical styles and tempos.
WEST COAST SWING 201 (Intermediate) – Ongoing
7:15 – 8:15 $18 or $9*
Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook will develop your WCS moves and techniques with training she has received from the best in the field. She will use a variety of musical styles to compliment your embellishments.
Wednesday, November 12th
SALSA 101 (Beginner) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $18 or $9* (discounts are available for the new students)
If it’s cool, it’s gotta be Salsa. Instructor Paula Paite teach you the most important patterns you’ll need for Latin dancing.
BACHATA 101 (Beginner) – Ongoing
6:15 – 7:15 $18 or $9* (discounts are available for the new students)
Learn to fundamentals to this exotic dance. Instructor Paula Paite will start us off right by giving you the secrets to turns and accents.
BACHATA 201 (Intermediate) – Ongoing
6:15 – 7:15 $18 or $9*
Stepping up to Levels II and III will give us all a deeper appreciation of what makes Bachata so popular. We’ll learn more elaborate moves and have a great time with Instructors Gary and Aurora.
SALSA RUEDA – Open Level (Intermediate/advanced) – Ongoing
7:15 – 8:15 $18 or $9*
Experience the excitement of dancing Salsa in the round with instructors Gary and Aurora. You’ll learn how to move, connect, and have fun as a team — it’s dynamic, social, and one of the most popular styles in the Latin dance world!
Thursday, November 13th
AMERICAN TANGO – (Intermediate/advanced) – Lesson 6 of 7
5:00 – 6:00 $18 or $9*
Step into the passion and drama of the American Tango — a dance that’s all about connection, control, and sharp elegance. Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook will guide you to its powerful movements, distinctive staccato rhythm, and smooth glides, American Tango combines passion with precision, making it both exciting and accessible for all levels.
CATWALK CLASS
We’re sorry this class cannot accept any more until the first of the year
6:00 – 7:00 $18
Improve posture & presence. Learn to walk, pose, and express with confidence. Boost your stage presence and unleash your inner star with Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook ! This class is perfect for all levels, and you don’t need any modeling or dance experience—just a desire to strut with style!
ARGENTINE TANGO – OPEN LEVEL
7:00 - 8:30 $20
Join Argentine Tango with Rita, Jamie & Micheal Stehula a space to grow your confidence, technique, and musicality while enjoying the beauty of connection and movement. The Tango practica will take place from 8:00 to 8:30.
Friday, November 14th
SWING AND LINDY HOP – All Levels – Lesson 1 of 4
6:15 – 7:15 Couples $105 Individuals $60 Walk-Ins $18
Let instructors Jonathan and KC Wilt show us a variety of Swing styles, including the Lindy Hop, which is popular the world over.
Saturday, November 15th
PARTY, PRACTICE, PUPUS AND PERFORMANCE
6:30 – 8:30 $20
This is the most important event at the school! It gives everyone the opportunity to practice and commit to memory everything we’re working on in our lessons. It helps bring back the details—some of which may have been underutilized—and deepen your understanding of the dance. Come practice with Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook and let her offer tips, feedback, and encouragement to help you grow!
Sunday, November 16th
WERQ + INTRO TO SOULSTRETCH
6:00 – 7:00 Drop in $15, or bring a friend and its $8 each or 4 classes for $50 (720 643 6056)
WERQ (30 min)
Get moving with this high-energy, beginner-friendly dance fitness class led by Honey Wise! Intro to WERQ breaks down easy-to-follow routines set to pop and hip-hop hits. No dance experience needed—just come ready to sweat, smile, and have fun!
Intro to SoulStretch (30 min)
Ease into relaxation and mobility with Honey Wise in this gentle, music-driven stretch session. Intro to SoulStretch blends light movement with mindful breathing to release tension, improve flexibility, and restore balance to your body and mind.
*OUR TUITION
BISDC’s class lessons are $18 per lesson as a walk-in. The purchase of at least 4 lessons at a time for $72 qualifies one as a member of our BISDC club, and club members enjoy the benefit of half-price lessons after the first lesson in any week.
Exceptions are the lessons taught by guest instructors or lessons outside the normal BISDC lesson structure, such as performance lessons or extended lessons.
Private lessons with Denise Westbrook are $85 for a 55 minute lesson. Bundles of 10 lessons are available for $800.
BIG ISLAND SOCIAL DANCE CLUB:
We are a full-service school, teaching Latin, Swing, Nightclub and Ballroom, dance styles that seeks to incorporate the specialized knowledge & skills that instructors of other dances can bring.
OUR MISSION:
Big Island Social Dance Club is committed to creating an atmosphere of fun through learning. Our director Denise Westbrook is experienced in all facets of social dance and believes that no one should be left out of the experience of learning to dance. We all need exercise, we all need a little romance and we all need a worthy distraction, meeting new people and spending quality time in a positive atmosphere. All are welcome here. We ask that you come find the joy of dance and leave having found a new community of friends.
“Changing the world one dance at a time”
Denise Westbrook
Preferred methods of contact: Call or text us at 970-739-6771
Or email us – dancingscreenwriter@yahoo.com
Check out our NEW website – www.BigIslandSocialDance.com
Hale Hana Center
74-5583 Luhia St., Suite A-1
Kailua Kona, Hawaii 96740