Dance Classes, Lessons and Instruction in Swing and Waltz in Seattle WA

It is our joy to teach dance creatively and playfully so our students come to know the sheer joy, laughter and fun of dancing together. Dance for Joy! gives dance lessons in Waltz, Swing, Zydeco and Blues. We are committed to bringing the delight of partner dance to Seattle through group dance classes, private dance lessons, dances, dance w orkshops and special events.

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At the Abbey! Two New Opportunities to Dance!
4272 Fremont Ave N., Seattle — between Woodland Park Zoo and the Fremont Bridge
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Wednesday, May 7th, 7:00-9:30pm
DFJ! Free “In Between Classes Dance Party” at the Abbey
Did we day Free? Yes! Free dancing at the Abbey! We have the space reserved, there’s no class and thought, hey, we should dance! Great music, great space!

Sunday, May 11th, 6:00-10:00pm
Mother's Day Dance and Dinner Potluck at Fremont Abbey Arts
$8.00, Just $6.00 for Mom's with photo of your fine self with your kids.
My photo will be labeled "Boxheads" It’s a potluck so bring a dish to share! We'll have a flower for all ladies to take home honoring all you great women!
6:00-7:00 pm — Potluck- DFJ! Will provide beverages, plates, forks and napkins or bring your own reusable ones!
6:45-7:00 pm — Quick Basic Waltz lesson for the uninitiated
7:00- 10:00 pm — Dance in this beautiful candlelit hall.
(8:30pm — Cross-step Waltz Mixer)

Dancing 'till Dusk
6 Thursday Nights of Glorious Outdoor Dancing
July 17th- August 28th, 6:00-9:00pm
Freeway Park at 6th and Seneca
Each night will feature a different style of music and dance on a newly expanded dance floor that fills the tree- and terrace-lined plaza.
Predance Lesson (Beginner Level) 6-7pm
Dance 7-9pm

July 17th	Crossroads Blues Band — Blues/Swing
July 24th	Portage Bay Big Band — Swing
July 31st	Cambalache — Salsa/Latin
August 7th	Captain Leroy and the Zydeco Locals — Zydeco
August 14th	Lady "A" & the Baby Blues "Funk" Band — Electric Slide & Chicago Steppin'
August 21st	KGB — Waltz Ball Blanc (wear something white!)
August 28th	8-Second Ride — Country Western

Co-sponsored by the Freeway Park Neighborhood Association and Seattle Parks and Recreation and other fine businesses and neighborhood organizations. Questions on lessons or bands? Please contact Lilli Ann Carey at Dance for Joy!

For more information on classes and events, contact Lilli Ann at lilli@att.net.

Testimonials:

"Lilli Ann, I feel like dropping you a note to say how much I enjoyed the beginning Waltz class here in Portland. I feel like I learned a lot. I never really thought I could dance! I still don't think I really dance very well at all, but I now feel like, Hey!, I can do this! Just need some practice! Anyway, thanks a lot. Your teaching style, patience, and good humor were just what I needed to start getting rid of my second left foot."
— Gilbert Omerod

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