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Tap Dancing Level 3 on Wednesdays in November / December at River House
with Judy Woodruff

For the experienced tap dancer with a good command of tap technique and vocabulary this intermediate level class emphasizes choreography. Practice includes a variety of time steps, more syncopated rhythms, developing speed with clarity, and performance quality. Choreography includes new work and some dances from the Matanzas Tap performance repertory.
Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29 and Dec. 6, 13 from 1:30 - 3:00 pm at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084).
No class sessions on Nov. 22 and Dec. 20 & 27.
Classes are for ages 18 and up.
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Beginner Bellydance Technique for Fun and Flexibility on Thursdays in November / December at River House
with Gina Marie Newman

Join Gina for a fun, beginner friendly Bellydance class fused with standing flexibility excercises.
We will fuse mesmerizing, serpentine Arabic dance moves to create fun dance combinations.
Let's make our dance class even more fun by adding props! Gina will bring scarves and LED candles to share.
Bare foot or dance shoes in the studio is preferred.
Gina Marie is Director of Blue Lotus World Dance and is a certified SharQui Belly Dance Fitness Instructor.
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, November 2, 9, 16, 30 and December 7, 14 from 9:30 to 10:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
No class sessions on Nov. 23 and Dec. 21 & 28.
Classes are for ages 18 and up.
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Sassy Skirt Dance for Everyone on Thursdays in November / December at River House
with Gina Marie Newman

Let's get SASSY! Learn how to swish and flip your skirt to create a fun group dance. This class is great for fun and excercise.
Bring a full skirt if you have one. Gina will bring extra sassy skirts to share.
This class is suiited for all levels. Beginners and experienced skirt dancers are all welcome.
Bare foot or dance shoes in the studio is preferred.
Gina Marie is Director of Blue Lotus World Dance and is a certified SharQui Belly Dance Fitness Instructor.
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, November 2, 9, 16, 30 and December 7, 14 from 10:45 to 11:45 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
No class sessions on Nov. 23 and Dec. 21 & 28.
Classes are for ages 18 and up.
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Tap Dancing Level 2 on Thursdays in November / December at River House
with Judy Woodruff

For the tap dancer who has a reasonable command of the basics, this class will focus on double sound fundamentals and combination steps in the tap vocabulary. Clarity of sound will continue to be emphasized while introducing more full body movement, moderate musical tempos, and added rhythmic variety. This is the class for the beginner who wants to move up as well as the intermediate dancer who wants to work on honing technique.
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30 and Dec. 7, 14 from 2:00 - 3:00 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084).
No class sessions on Nov. 23 and Dec. 21 & 28.
Classes are for ages 18 and up.
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Beginners Ballroom Dance Group Class on Mondays in November / December at River House
with Ramona Walter

Join Ramona as she teaches Beginners Ballroom Dance Group Class. No partner is needed. A strictly beginners Ballroom Dance Class where you come to enjoy yourself with friends you haven't met yet. We have a great time while learning a new skill.
Learn the basic steps in Ballroom Dance so you can move around the dance floor with confidence. Dancing is the best exercise for your body and your brain. Come join us, you'll love it.
Wear comfortable shoes, leather bottom preferred.
Ramona is the former owner of Mona Gail Dance Center. She studied Ballroom dance under Jack Kalan and became a teacher at the age of sixteen. While working with Fred Astaire she became the Tri-State Dance Director and she is a multi National Championship winner. She has experience in choreography and her local students won first place in the "I Love Dance Competition" at World Golf Village in 2020.
Class sessions will be held on Mondays, November 6, 13, 27 and December 4, 11 from 12:15 to 1:15 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
No class sessions on Nov. 20 and Dec. 18 & 25.
Classes are for ages 18 and up.
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Ballet on Mondays in November / December at River House
with Judy Woodruff

For beginners and experienced dancers who love classical ballet and the meditative focus it demands. Emphasis in this class will be on understanding the ideals of ballet within the confines of our mature and varied body types, building the strength and flexibility that support the technique, and the presentational qualities ballet demands. The class will include barre and center work but will not include jumps or turns unless members of the class request them. Alternative movement will be provided for those who are not comfortable with turns or jumps.
Ballet shoes are recommended.
Class sessions will be held on Mondays, Nov. 6, 13, 27 and Dec. 4, 11 from 1:30 - 2:30 at River House (179 Marine St.)
No class sessions on Nov. 20 and Dec. 18 & 25.
Classes are for ages 18 and up.
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Line Dance on Tuesdays in November / December at River House
with Ramona Walter

Come learn the fun dance art of Line Dance with a lively variety of music including Pop, Country, and Latin.
Wear comfortable shoes, preferably with leather bottoms.
Ramona is the former owner of Mona Gail Dance Center. She studied Ballroom dance under Jack Kalan and became a teacher at the age of sixteen. While working with Fred Astaire she became the Tri-State Dance Director. Ramona is a multi National Championship winner. She has experience in choreography and her local students won first place in the "I Love Dance Competition" at World Golf Village in 2020.
Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 28 and December 5, 12 from 11:30 to 12:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
No class sessions on Nov. 21 and Dec. 19 & 26.
Classes are for ages 18 and up.
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Intermediate Ballroom Dance Group Class on Tuesdays in November / December at River House
with Ramona Walter

You must have basic knowledge of ballroom dancing.
In this class you will learn the technical elements of ballroom dance including leading and following. You will also learn correct ballroom posture so you will look good while executing your steps. Learn how to recognize the right music for the right dance.
Come join us. You'll have a great time!
No partner is needed.
Wear comfortable shoes, leather bottom preferred.
Ramona is the former owner of Mona Gail Dance Center. She studied Ballroom dance under Jack Kalan and became a teacher at the age of sixteen. While working with Fred Astaire she became the Tri-State Dance Director and she is a multi National Championship winner. She has experience in choreography and her local students won first place in the "I Love Dance Competition" at World Golf Village in 2020.
Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 28 and December 5, 12 from 12:45 to 1:45 at The River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
No class sessions on Nov. 21 and Dec. 19 & 26.
Classes are for ages 18 and up.
Will run