DANCING THRU THE WEEK
May 25th- June 1st
Monday, May 25th
SALSA 301 (Intermediate/Advanced) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $18
Instructor Luisa Wolff will 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 Class / Intermediate Class Class $15 (for all 3 hours)
7:30 – 9:30 Social $10
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, May 26th
WALTZ – Level 101 (Beginner) – Lesson 4 of 4
5:15 – 6:15 $18 or $9*
Step into elegance, flow, and connection as we welcome a brand new season of Waltz with Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook. Whether you’re completely new or already have some experience, this open-level class is designed for everyone to grow, learn, and enjoy the dance together.
CHA CHA - Level 401 (Intermediate/Advanced) – Lesson 4 of 4
6:15 – 7:15 $18 or $9*
Are you ready to take your Cha Cha to the next level? Join Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook for Cha Cha 401, an advanced class focused on refining technique, elevating styling, and deepening your musicality.
The class is perfect for dancers with a strong foundation who want to add precision, confidence, and flair to their movement. Challenge yourself, grow your skills, and bring more expression to your dancing.
WEST COAST SWING 101 (Beginner) – Ongoing
7:15 – 8:15 $18 or $9*
Instructors Denise Westbrook or 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*
Patrick Velis 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, May 27th
SALSA 201 (Intermediate) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $18 or $9* (discounts are available for the new students)
Take your salsa to the next level with Luisa Wolff. 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* (discounts are available for the new students)
If it’s cool, it’s gotta be Salsa. Instructor Paula Paite will teach you the most important patterns you’ll need for Latin dancing.
SALSA RUEDA – (Intermediate/Advanced) – Ongoing
6:15 – 7:15 $18 or $9*
Experience the excitement of dancing Salsa in the round with instructors Jason and Paula Paite. 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!
BACHATA - (Open Level) – Ongoing
7:15 – 8:15 $18 or $9*
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 Paite.
Thursday, May 28th
FOXTROT 101 (Beginner) - Lesson 4 of 4
5:00 – 6:00 $18 or $9*
Start your dance journey with Foxtrot 101! This beginner-friendly class with Certified Instructor Denise Westbrook will introduce you to the fundamentals, smooth movements, and classic style of Foxtrot.
Perfect for those with no experience—learn timing, basic steps, and how to move with confidence and ease. No partner needed.
CATWALK CLASS - Ongoing
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!
IMPROVERS TECHNIQUES – 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, May 29th
SWING AND LINDY HOP – All Levels – Lesson 2 of 4
6:00 – 7:00 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.
“ROCK N ROLL” PARTY, PUPUS AND CLASS
7:30 – 9:00 $20
Get ready for a high-energy night of music, dancing, nostalgia, and nonstop fun at the Big Island Social Dance Club’s newest themed experience — the Rock ’N’ Roll Interactive Class and Party!
Travel through the soundtrack of generations with legendary hits from Bon Jovi, Rod Stewart, The Beatles, Bee Gees, Madonna, Prince, Journey, Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Lionel Richie, and many more. This is not just a dance party — it’s an immersive interactive evening filled with music, movement, games, costumes, food, and unforgettable memories.
Monday, June 1st
SALSA 301 (Intermediate/Advanced) – Ongoing
5:15 – 6:15 $18
Instructor Luisa Wolff will 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 Class / Intermediate Class Class $15 (for all 3 hours)
7:30 – 9:30 Social $10
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”
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
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74-5583 Luhia St., Suite A-1