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Absolute Beginner Pop, Rock and Latin Line Dancing

Line dancing is the no-partner-needed way to enjoy moving to music while experiencing the many positive physical, mental, and

social benefits of dancing.  If you enjoy rock, pop, and Latin music you'll love this new active indoor hobby.  This class is perfect for

the absolute beginner line dancer and no dance experience is needed.  We'll build knowledge at a comfortable pace while having

lots of fun dancing to upbeat, contemporary music.

 

​​Line dancing is generally regarded as a safe way of getting a little light exercise but please know that some physical and mental exertion is required.  Wondering if this is the right fit for you?  Please click here to see a list of beginner skills.

If your goal is to acquire enough line dance experience to join the "Easy-ish" class described below, or to learn basic line dance concepts for use at social gatherings, please consider joining.  This class is progressive so don't miss the start date of January 21, 2026.  Students who wish to start later than January 21 should first contact Karen to request study links for material already covered.

 

           This class is scheduled to meet most Wednesdays between January 21 and May 27, 2026. (No class on April 8)

           To join, go to "How to Join" below.  Lots of fun ahead. See you on the dance floor!

 

           Wednesdays  11:30 am -12:30 pm ending May 27, 2026

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 "NEW" An Evening Program at DCAL with Karen

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Evening Beginner Line Dancing (8 weeks starting April 7)

Line dance classes at DCAL are a fun and welcoming way to spend your Tuesday evenings.  No dance experience needed!  Learn easy confidence-building line dances set to a wide variety of familiar, feel-good music spanning rock, pop, country, Latin, and R&B.  

Classes move at a comfortable, supportive pace, with plenty of time for questions.  Each week builds on the last so you'll feel steady progress over the full 8-week session. The setting is designed for learning and enjoyment: a spacious gathering place with flooring that’s easy on your joints, room to move freely, and minimal distractions so you can truly focus on dancing.  Come and enjoy a well-organized class structure, clear instruction, and warm encouragement. Whether you’re brand new or returning to the dance floor, you’ll feel supported every step of the way.

Join us Tuesday evenings starting April 7 and discover a fun, healthy, social hobby you’ll look forward to each week!  

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Tuesday Evenings   5:30 - 6:30 pm April 7 - May 26 (Ages 18+)

 $10 walk-in,  payable by cash or check to "Dennis Senior Center"

 Click here for some additional information.

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Beginner “Easy-ish” Classes 

 For line dancers who know line dance basics and prefer to keep it easy. 

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Monday Easy-ish Pop, Rock and Latin Line Dancing".  - Restarts June 1 with all new material!

This class, (formerly known as Easy-ish Pop, Rock and Latin Line Dancing) is easy, fun, social and active! All dances will be

taught/reviewed, fully cued, and set to your favorite rock, pop, and Latin tunes. Similar to the "Beyond the Basics",

this is an ongoing class, but with a more relaxed pace and somewhat easier repertoire. 

Dances feature elements such as vine, rocking chair, jazz square, v-step, lindy, mambo, and box step.  

This lively class stays active from start to finish, covering a dozen-plus dances each time.  We often roll out fresh dances and

new elements so there’s always an exciting challenge waiting on the dance floor!

Course restarts are infrequent so this is a good opportunity to join this class without the stress of having to learn previously taught dances.

Interested in joining? Click on "How to Join" for more information.

 

Mondays   10:15 - 11:15 am 

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NEW  Tuesday Night Line Dance Parties at DCAL!   ** Discover Line Dance **  -  starting June 2

Starting on June 2 the Tuesday evening slot will transform into “Line Dance Party Headquarters” with Karen as your host!

Refreshments, door prize– a social, fun, active time for everyone 18+. No reservations required. Get ready! We'll
dance to a variety of current pop, rock, Latin, country and R&B tunes. There will be plenty of beginner-level dances, as well as

some beyond-beginner dances for those looking for a bit of a challenge.  All dances will be briefly taught and fully cued.

We're there to have fun, get a little light exercise, learn more line dance skills, and meet new friends!

Make DCAL your dance destination on Tuesday nights!

 

Tuesday Evenings   5:30 - 6:30 pm

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​“Easy-ish” Classes

For line dancers who know line dance basics and prefer to keep it easy

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Easy-ish Pop, Rock and Latin Line Dancing - restarts June 1

Easy, fun, social, active! All dances will be taught/reviewed, fully cued, and set to your favorite rock, pop, and Latin tunes.

Similar to the "Beyond the Basics", this is an ongoing class, but with a more relaxed pace and somewhat

easier repertoire.  Dances feature elements such as vine, rocking chair, jazz square, v-step, lindy, mambo, and box step.  

This lively class stays active from start to finish, covering a dozen-plus dances each time.  We often roll out fresh dances and new elements so there’s always an exciting challenge waiting on the dance floor! 

Interested in joining? Click on "How to Join" for more information.

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Mondays   10:15 - 11:15 am 

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A Little More Challenging Classes

For line dancers with experience who enjoy a little challenge

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Beyond the Basics Pop Rock and Latin Line Dancing - restarts June 1

Easy, fun, social, active! All dances will be taught/reviewed, fully cued, and set to your favorite rock, pop, and Latin tunes. 

Join us on Mondays or Wednesdays or both. This is an ongoing class with an ever-changing repertoire of dances that feature

beyond-basic elements such as coaster, kick ball change, syncopated v-step, sweep, scissor step, and more.

Wondering how to jump into this ongoing class?  Contact Karen for information. Then if you decide to join, go to "How to Join" below.

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Mondays and/or Wednesdays   9:00 - 10:00 am 

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Beyond the Basics Ballroom Line Dancing - on break - will resume June 17 - August 26

This is an ongoing class and we welcome new members with minimum skill set: basics plus box, lindy step, cha cha rhythm, mambo step,

cross rock, coaster, cross shuffle, sweep, scissors, twinkle, and weave.  This course is similar in format to other line dance classes but

the steps include more of the types of steps you'd find on a ballroom floor, and the music is chosen to accommodate those steps.

To join, go to "How to Join" below. 

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Wednesdays   10:15 - 11:15 am.  ​

Notice of schedule change: Due to unavailable classroom space, Beyond the Basics Ballroom Line Dancing is now on break

and is scheduled to return to its regular Wednesday 10:15 time slot for the summer only, from June 17 through August 26.

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How to join our daytime classes​​

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Admission to Cape Sands Ballroom classes at DCAL is

First come first served

Sorry, reservations not accepted

Please consider arriving a little early

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All classes are drop-in, $10 per class

Payable by check or cash to the DCAL front desk

Checks payable to "Dennis Senior Center"

 

On class day, come with water bottle and shoes in hand.

Stop at the reception desk in the lobby to check in and pay.

Change your shoes, then join us in the classroom.

Sign Karen's roster and spend five minutes before class warming up.

And you're ready to dance!

 

Additional Information For All Courses

• No partner required

• Wear casual layered clothing

• Bring a shatterproof water bottle 

• Shoe Policy: Carry your shoes with you and change on arrival to help keep the dance floor clean. Special dance shoes not needed           but please choose shoes that are non-marking, clean-sole, closed (toe, heel and instep), some flexibility in the sole, and some means of staying on the foot (tie or strap). For safety reasons the following are not permitted in class: bare feet, stocking feet, mules, clogs, slides, platforms, sandals, and heels. 

• Plan to arrive 5 minutes early and stay 5 minutes after class to warm up and cool down independently and at your own pace.

• Non DCAL members need to fill out a "Membership Registration" form prior to, or on, their first day of class

 

Please note:  Line dancing is generally regarded as a safe way of getting a little light exercise but please know that some

physical and mental exertion is required. For your safety and the safety of your classmates, please contact Karen before

joining any of the above courses if unsure of your dance level and/or to see some examples of our current repertoire.

And remember to click here for a list of required beginner skills.

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