Dancing Through the Week

August 4th - August 10th

Monday, August 4th

LINE DANCING – All Levels – Ongoing

11:00 – 12:00   $10

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

5:00 – 6:00   $18

Let instructors Gary and Aurora Saddler 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 Beginner / Intermediate Class $15

7:30 –  9.30 Zouk Practica   $10 

Come to these weekly studies with your questions and curiosities. Continue to learn this dreamy and seductive dance from Merrin & Joe some of the most experienced dancers on the island. They are consistently learning from the champions in the field.

Tuesday, August 5th

ZUMBA – POSTPONED TILL 12 OF AUGUST.

ROMANCE DANCES – Level 101 (Beginner) – Lesson 1 of 4

5:15 – 6:15   $18 or $9*

Join us for a magical journey into the world of romantic ballroom dance with certified instructor Denise Westbrook. In this beginner-friendly class, you'll explore the fundamentals of Waltz, Fox Trot, and Argentine Tango—graceful, elegant, and timeless dances that connect partners through rhythm and expression.

CHA CHA -  Level 401 (Expert) – Lesson 5 of 8

6:15 – 7:15   $18 or $9*                                                                                                                            Take your Cha Cha to the next level with this dynamic and detailed Level 4 Bronze class, led by the Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook. This class is designed for dancers who have a strong foundation and are ready to refine their technique, styling, and musicality.

WEST COAST SWING 101 (Beginner) – Ongoing

7:15 – 8:15   $18 or $9* 

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*

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, August 6th

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  Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook.

SALSA RUEDA – Levels 201/301 (Intermediate/advanced)  – Ongoing

7:15 – 8:15   $18 or $9*

Follow Gary and Aurora Saddler and learn how to Salsa on the wheel. It’s very rewarding and hugely popular.

Thursday, August 7th

NIGHTCLUB DANCE – LEVELS 2/3 (Intermediate/advanced) – Lesson 1 of

5:00 – 6:00   $18 or $9*

                Let Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook introduce you to the most important facets of the Nightclub dance styles including Blues Dance, Nightclub Two Step and Society Slow Dance.

CATWALK CLASS – NEW! Lesson 4 of 6

6:00 – 7:00   $18 or $9*                                                                                                                          

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!

TANGO LADIES– LEVELS 2/3 (Intermediate/advanced)                                                           

7:00 – 8:30   $20                                                                              

Join Argentine Tango Levels 2/3 with Jamie and Michael Stehula– a space to grow your confidence, technique, and musicality while enjoying the beauty of connection and movement.

Saturday, August 9th

MORNING SALSA DANCE CLASS – Open Level

11:00 – 12:00   4 for &45 or drop in $15

Start your day with rhythm, energy, and fun! Join Jason and Paula for a dynamic morning salsa class that gets your body moving and your spirits lifted. With their upbeat teaching style and supportive approach, you'll learn salsa fundamentals, partner connection, and exciting footwork—all in a relaxed, friendly environment.

PARTY, PRACTICE, PUPUS AND PERFORMANCE

6:30 – 8:30   $18

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, August 10th

WERQ + INTRO TO SOULSTRETCH

6:00 – 7:00   $10 (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