Sep 2024
Waltz Revolution, first and third Wednesdays, features mostly waltz to contemporary, engaging, and surprising musical selections by DJ Frank Vernon. Musical numbers, selected and edited for danceability, include nightclub two-step, foxtrot, swing, and the occasional polka, schottische, cha-cha, chalypso, redowa, hambo, hustle, and more. All are welcome; no partner or experience necessary. Join our email list for information about lessons and special events: https://mailchi.mp/6e07e1721cbe/waltz-revolution
Full Details »Rueda Lessons at the Boulder Salsa Social Every Thursday! Four lessons happening at the same time (levels 1-4). You can join in no matter what your experience level is! No partner necessary. Instructors teach beginning through advanced levels each night. We have a wonderful and friendly group of people who love to dance. We hope you will come out and join us! —————————————— Rueda lessons (4) 6:30-7:30 PM, followed by Salsa lessons (3) 7:30-8:30 PM, followed by Social dancing 8:30-11…
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Salsa | Bachata | Rueda | West Coast Swing Social Every Thursday! Bringing communities together. 3 ROOMS OF LESSONS 2 ROOMS OF DANCING BYOB! Every Thursday join us for a night full of dancing and a variety of classes for you to choose from. ----------------------------- 6:30pm 4 levels of Rueda (Levels 1 - 4) ----------------------------- 7:30pm 3 levels of Salsa (Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced) ----------------------------- 7:30pm Bachata (All-level) ----------------------------- 7:30pm 2 levels of West Coast Swing (Beginning & Intermediate) -----------------------------…
Full Details »CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance, first and third Fridays each month. 7:00 p.m. lesson, 7:30-10:30 p.m. dance. $15/general $12/members $19 students. CFOOTMAD events at The Avalon are mask optional and no longer require proof of vaccine or boosters. Vaccines are recommended, but not required.
Full Details »Swingin' Saturdays! Embark on an exhilarating evening of Swing Dancing with LIVE MUSIC! Put on your dance shoes and invite your friends for an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or an enthusiastic novice, this event promises to set your feet tapping and elevate your spirits. Lessons 7-8pm: 6-count Swing with Joseph Shim Sham or Mama's Stew with Becky & Art Dancing 8-11pm: The hottest LIVE Swing bands (See schedule below). Delectable snacks will be on hand to keep…
Full Details »**This class is part of a four-week progressive series, which begins on the first Monday of each month. Registration closes after Week 2. Drop-ins are not allowed.** This class is an introduction to the basic movements of swing dancing. Learn the foundations of Lindy Hop, the original swing dance created by Black Americans in Harlem, New York. This progressive series is four weeks long and takes place Monday evenings at the Avalon Ballroom. Time: 8-9 p.m. Prerequisites: None Register in our…
Full Details »Come Dance! Wednesday Waltz Etc. is an evening of social couple dancing every 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesday of the month. Our DJs play a variety of music including waltz, foxtrot, swing, Latin, and more! We welcome dancers of all levels. No partner necessary. Our Dance Ambassadors are here to help you get dancing and enjoy the evening. Classes: On the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays we offer two simultaneous classes: beginner waltz lessons and a monthly rotation of different dance styles…
Full Details »Oct 2024
Get ready to kick up your heels because it's time for our very first Country Dance Night at the Avalon! Join us as we celebrate with DJ Farrell Woods, bringing over 25 years of experience in spinning the best of country music. It is going to be a night of FUN with 2 Step, Triple Step, Night Club 2, Cha Cha, Waltz, West Coast Swing & East Coast Swing, we've got your favorite country dances covered! 2 Step Lesson kicks…
Full Details »The Charleston is the signature step of the Roarin’ 20s and an important component of Lindy Hop. This four-week series introduces dancers to a variety of Charleston vocabulary (including 20s, 30s, hand-to-hand, airplane and more tandem), fun variations, and ways to mix and match the steps with Lindy Hop figures. It prepares students for a Charleston II class beginning in November that will build on the vocabulary learned in October. This progressive series takes place Monday evenings at the Avalon Ballroom. (Registration…
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Monthly dance 2nd Saturdays; for the LBGTQ community and friends/allies, including country, ballroom, Latin, west coast swing, night club, line dance and some freeform/pop dancing. Safe, inclusive and welcoming.
Full Details »CFOOTMAD has been a member of the CDSS, the Country Dance & Song Society, since its founding. CDSS provides a broad range of resources and support to traditional dance organizations throughout the country. CDSS’s annual board meeting is being held in Boulder in 2024, and to welcome the board to Colorado, we are hosting a free dance. Avourneen will be playing for the contra dance portion, with Sam Smith calling; and the CDSS board will provide a cavalcade of callers…
Full Details »Nov 2024
Part two of the Boulder Swing Charleston series steps things up with more advanced technique and vocabulary related to the signature step of the Roarin’ 20s. Charleston II builds on material covered in the previous series. Dancers who did not attend the October series should be comfortable dancing a side-by-side Charleston basic at a medium-high tempo (~180 bpm), well-versed in kickaways and familiar with tandem Charleston. This progressive series takes place Monday evenings at the Avalon Ballroom. (Registration closes after…
Full Details »Jan 2025
This intermediate-level series from Boulder Swing Dance explores a variety of topics in Lindy Hop and other vintage jazz genres. Classes are grouped into four-week progressive sessions, beginning on the first Monday of the month. Registration closes after Week 2 and drop-ins are not permitted. Check back soon or visit our Swing Shop for more details! Sign up for our email list for updates directly to your inbox!
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