DANCING THRU THE WEEK
August 17th - August 24th
Monday, August 17th
BELLY DANCE – (Open Level) - Ongoing
1:30 – 2:30 $15
Discover the beauty, strength, and confidence of belly dance with Star Bolton. Enjoy a fun, low impact workout that improves posture, flexibility, balance, and core strength all in a welcoming class for every level. Whether you're looking for a new hobby, a great workout, or a creative way to express yourself, this class is for you!
LINE DANCE 101 (Beginner) - Ongoing
2:30 – 3:30 $15 or 4 for $40
Step into the world of line dancing with Denise Westbrook, an accomplished instructor with a passion for dance that began in the 1980s. With decades of experience, Denise has not only inspired countless dancers but has also served as a dance judge and choreographer, bringing exceptional knowledge, style, and expertise to every class.
This beginner-friendly class is designed for anyone who wants to learn the basics of line dancing in a fun, relaxed, and supportive environment. By the end of the class, you'll be able to join in on several popular line dances and feel comfortable dancing at social events, parties, and country dance nights.
SALSA 101 (Beginner) – 4 of 5
5:15 – 6:15 $15
Join Paula Pate for beginner salsa series! Learn the basics, build confidence, and have fun dancing in a welcoming atmosphere.
SALSA 201 (Intermediate/Advanced) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $20
We're excited to welcome Certified Instructor Lance Oliver to Big Island Social Dance Club as our Salsa 201 instructor! Lance has been part of the Big Island dance community for many years, teaching salsa and helping grow the local social dance scene. Known for his friendly, approachable teaching style and passion for social dancing, he'll help students build confidence, improve their partner work, and take their salsa to the next level.
BRAZILIAN ZOUK – Ongoing
6:30 – 7:30 Beginner Class / Intermediate Class Class $15 (for all 3 hours)
7:30 – 9:30 Social
Discover the magic of Brazilian Zouk in this fun and welcoming open-level class! Guided by the instructors, dynamic duo Merrin & Joe you’ll explore the art of connection, flow, and body movement through the beautiful rhythms of Zouk music.
Tuesday, August 18th
WALTZ – Level 101 (Beginner) – Lesson 4 of 4
5:15 – 6:15 $18 or $9* Drop in $20
Step into the timeless elegance of the Waltz Certified InstructorDenise Westbrook!! Known for its smooth, flowing movements and beautiful 1-2-3 rhythm, the Waltz is one of the most iconic ballroom dances and a perfect introduction to partner dancing. In this beginner friendly class, you'll learn proper dance hold, basic footwork, timing, leading and following, and simple turns while building confidence on the dance floor.
FOXTROT - Level 401 (Intermediate/Advanced) – Lesson 3 of 4
6:15 – 7:15 $18 or $9* Drop in $20
Join us for Foxtrot with Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook, an advanced-level class focusing on Box Rhythm refining technique, improving smooth movement, and mastering more complex patterns. Build confidence, musicality, and elegance while taking your social dancing to the next level.
WEST COAST SWING 101 (Beginner) – Ongoing
7:15 – 8:15 $18 or $9* Drop in $20
Instructor Paula Pate 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* Drop in $20
Denise Westrbrook will help develop your WCS moves and techniques using training gained from top professionals in the field. Your instructor will use a variety of musical styles to complement and inspire your embellishments.
Wednesday, August 19th
SALSA 201 (Intermediate) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $18 or $9* Drop in $20 (discounts are available for the new students)
Take your salsa to the next level with Paula Pate. This class is designed for dancers who know the basics and are ready to refine their technique, improve turns, and build smoother partner connection. Perfect for gaining confidence and adding style to your social dancing.
SALSA 101 (Beginner) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $18 or $9* Drop in $20 (discounts are available for the new students)
If it’s cool, it’s gotta be Salsa. Instructor Star Bolton will teach you the most important patterns you’ll need for Latin dancing.
CUBAN SALSA – (Open Level) – 2 of 4
6:15 – 7:15 4 for $50 or $18
Join us for Cuban Salsa with Joy Spirit, coming to the studio for the first time! Experience the vibrant energy, authentic rhythms, and playful movements of Cuban Salsa. Perfect for dancers looking to explore new styles, improve connection, and enjoy the joy of dancing together.
BACHATA - (Open Level) – Ongoing
7:15 – 8:15 $18 or $9* Drop in $20
Stepping up to 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 Jason and Paula Pate.
Thursday, August 20th
COUNTRY TWO STEP 201, cont. (Beginner/Intermediate) - Lesson 3 of 4
5:00 – 6:00 $18 or $9* Drop in $20
Learn the fundamentals of Country Two-Step in a fun and welcoming environment with Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook. This beginner-friendly class covers basic footwork, timing, partner connection, lead-and-follow techniques, turns, and simple traveling patterns. Students will build confidence on the dance floor while developing the skills needed to dance comfortably to a variety of country music.
CATWALK CLASS - Ongoing
6:00 – 7:00 $18Drop in $20
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!
LADIES’ TECHNIQUE,LEAD/FOLLOW CLASS – Ongoing
7:00 – 8:00 $18 or $9
In this class with Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook, you’ll learn the fundamentals of leading and following—how to guide with clarity, respond with sensitivity, and build a strong, confident dance partnership. By experiencing both roles, you’ll develop greater awareness, versatility, and control on the dance floor.
Friday, August 21st
ZOUK WITH GUEST INSTRUCTORS IAGO AND NINA + ZOUK SOCIAL
6:30 – 8:00 CLASS $45
8:00 – 10 SOCIAL
Join us for a special Open Level Zouk Class with Iago & Nina! This class is a great opportunity to learn from special guest instructors, explore new movements, improve your connection and technique, and enjoy the beautiful flow of Zouk. All levels are welcome, so come as you are and dance at your own pace. After the class, the music continues with a Zouk Social — stay, dance, practice what you learned, and enjoy the evening with the local Zouk community.
Monday, August 24th
BELLY DANCE – (Open Level) - Ongoing
1:30 – 2:30 $15
Discover the beauty, strength, and confidence of belly dance with Star Bolton. Enjoy a fun, low impact workout that improves posture, flexibility, balance, and core strength all in a welcoming class for every level. Whether you're looking for a new hobby, a great workout, or a creative way to express yourself, this class is for you!
LINE DANCE 101 (Beginner) - Ongoing
2:30 – 3:30 $15 or 4 for $40
Step into the world of line dancing with Denise Westbrook, an accomplished instructor with a passion for dance that began in the 1980s. With decades of experience, Denise has not only inspired countless dancers but has also served as a dance judge and choreographer, bringing exceptional knowledge, style, and expertise to every class.
This beginner-friendly class is designed for anyone who wants to learn the basics of line dancing in a fun, relaxed, and supportive environment. By the end of the class, you'll be able to join in on several popular line dances and feel comfortable dancing at social events, parties, and country dance nights.
SALSA 201 (Intermediate/Advanced) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $20
We're excited to welcome Certified Instructor Lance Oliver to Big Island Social Dance Club as our Salsa 201 instructor! Lance has been part of the Big Island dance community for many years, teaching salsa and helping grow the local social dance scene. Known for his friendly, approachable teaching style and passion for social dancing, he'll help students build confidence, improve their partner work, and take their salsa to the next level.
BRAZILIAN ZOUK – Ongoing
6:30 – 7:30 Beginner Class / Intermediate Class Class $15 (for all 3 hours)
7:30 – 9:30 Social
Discover the magic of Brazilian Zouk in this fun and welcoming open-level class! Guided by the instructors, dynamic duo Merrin & Joe you’ll explore the art of connection, flow, and body movement through the beautiful rhythms of Zouk music.
*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