Judee Curtis “So many dances to teach and so little time.” I’ve said this many times, but I didn’t realize how true it was until March 13. It seems like forever since I last taught dances to the loyal dancers who stay in Arizona year-round. Plus, “Goodbyes” and “See you next January!” were not said…
Tag: dancing
Front Page, April 2020
The Joys of Line Dancing
Judee Curtis We had a great time at our Sunday, March 1, 2020, Line Dance for all three levels. Not everyone got to come because of life’s hiccups, such as going out of town and company, and they were missed! It’s hard to fit in talking and getting to know each other. However, every once…
Clubs & Classes, March 2020
Line Dancing with Judee
Judee Curtis What a difference a month makes. January brought back dancers from our September session, returning “snowbirds,” plus new dancers. When we get together now, it’s quite a group! Fulltime residents dance all year except for July and August, “Returnees” are here January to April/May, and new dancers join us. Some have been with me…
Community News, December 2019
Memories Swing Band to perform at San Tan Ballroom on December 8
John Yu On Dec. 8 in the Cottonwood San Tan Ballroom, enjoy Sunday evening with an Arizona and Sun Lakes favorite, Cheryl Thurston and her Memories Swing Band. The band of talented East Valley musicians plays a wonderful upbeat variety of songs to please and will have you dancing the foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha cha,…
Clubs & Classes, December 2019
Line Dancing with Judee
Judee Curtis Planning for current dancers, coming-back dancers in 2020, and dealing with life certainly makes the time go faster! Turning the monthly calendar pages seems like a “week”! Well, maybe two! If you are new and would like to join the Ultra Basic Class in the SunBird Ballroom, you need to register now for…
Clubs & Classes, December 2019
Dancing with Joan—Soft Shoe
Joan Davies This class is for people who love to dance and enjoy learning new dance steps. We wear smooth-soled shoes and learn choreographed routines to familiar music such as “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” and “Singing in the Rain.” Besides having a ton of fun, you will improve your balance, coordination, and memorization skills. It…
Community News, November 2019
Diana Perez and Sentimental Breeze Band at San Tan Ballroom on November 10
John Yu On Nov. 10, enjoy Sunday evening with the ‘40s, ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s music of local favorite, the Sentimental Breeze Band, featuring lead singer Diana Perez. Many of you have heard Diana perform at Sun Lakes Phase 1 and Renaissance and nearby Cuisine & Wine Bistro on Alma School and Chandler Heights Roads. She…
Clubs & Classes, October 2019
Basic social dance
Mary Lou Kaye Basic social dance is easy to learn, and because it’s so easy, it’s a huge amount of fun. We focus on developing the leading skills of the gentlemen and the following skills of the lovely ladies. All that’s left is listening and moving to the music you hear. At the end of the…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Line Dancing with Judee
Judee Curtis There’s a new saying that “Time flies even when we aren’t dancing!” Completing registrations for new dancers have me excited, so I’m getting organized, learning new dances, getting the playlist ready, and emailing the dancers, “Line Dancing with Judee restarts on Monday, Sept. 9, in the SunBird Ballroom.” If you are new and…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Fall dance season is just around the corner
Mary Lou Kaye Several basic social dance classes are planned to enhance your skills on the dance floor. You will be surrounded by dance events scheduled for your enjoyment during the fall and winter season. Don’t sit and watch… get up and do! Classes begin at Cottonwood the second week of September in the dance…