9/7 Blues Eclectic at Norse Hall

7:00 Lesson: Lesson with Brenda:Topic -Slow Blues Grooves
We will explore vernacular that can be used in a variety of triplet based Blues rhythms. Discover the differences and similarities between grooves. Then explore to elements of call/response and improvisation, which are key tenants of Blues.

8:00 Dance: DJ Dennis Myers Eclectic Playlist with Blues,,Swing, Waltz and Alt,Tango

Cost: Dance w/ Lesson: $20
Dance only- $15 -No one turned away due to lack of funds

Norse Hall, 111 11th Ave, Portland

Sunday September 8 - Free Dance at Director Park- 6pm to 8pm

Join us on Sunday, September 8, from 6 PM to 8 PM for our final free dance of the summer at Director Park! Dance under the open sky to your favorite Casual Ballroom tunes on our 1000 sq ft dance floor, which will be open to the public. It's the perfect evening to dance, mingle, and enjoy the beautiful outdoors.

The playlist will feature Dance Eclectic's Casual Ballroom favorites, curated by DJ Dennis Myers, and co-sponsored by Dance with Joy Studios.

Location: Director Park, SW Park and Morrison (Parking is available within a block of the dance).

We Need Your Help! If you can assist with laying the floor and setting up, please join us at Director Park at 5 PM. If you’re able to help transport the floor, please let us know by email. Your help would be greatly appreciated!

September 15 - Sunday Dance Eclectic w/ Lesson at Norse Hall

10:30 Lesson: Fundamental Waltz Lesson with Uwe and Colleen

11:30 Dance: DJ Dennis Myers. Eclectic Playlist with Waltz, Swing, Latin, NC2S, Tango. The playlist will follow the familiar music the first half and more adventurous music the second half framework

Cost: Dance w/ Lesson: $20 to $10. Dance only- $15 to $10 - Sliding scale
Norse Hall, 111 11th Ave, Portland, 

September 29 - Sunday Dance Eclectic w/ Lesson at Norse Hall

10:30 Lesson: TBD

11:30 Dance: DJ Dennis Myers. Eclectic Playlist with Waltz, Swing, Latin, NC2S, Tango. The playlist will follow the familiar music the first half and more adventurous music the second half framework

Cost: Dance w/ Lesson: $20 to $10. Dance only- $15 to $10 - Sliding scale
Norse Hall, 111 11th Ave, Portland,