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Dance Classes for Everyone: Swing, Ballroom, Salsa, Hip Hop, Belly Dance and Fitness.

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Liz is an exceptional dance instructor. She can turn the most skeptical "two left feeter" into a dancer in no time. Her ability to put you at ease is legendary! Her classes are always fun, educational and a great value. These classes are worth the drive from anywhere. Ciara Gogan, Quincy, MA

Our dance studio got an "A" rating and 2008 Super Service Award on Angie's List! And look for our interview in Boston Weddings Magazine or click here to read it.

    Upcoming Dance Classes:

  • Take a 2nd dance class for only $74!
  • Next term begins March 22; read on for for a sneak preview.
  • NEW! Pop Culture Dance, Dance Fitness Class for Big Folks, and Belly Dance 2!
  • Coming in Spring: "Your Best Dance Ever"- a three-session semi-private wedding dance class; plus our single session wedding dance workshops.
  • Our Guarantee: If you don't love your dance class, we'll give you another one free!

Spring Class Sneak Preview: (more classes will be added by Feb. 17; check back here soon!)

Salsa and Merengue 1: Mon. Mar. 22- April 26, 6 classes, 8-9 pm, West Roxbury School of Dance, (across the street from our other studio), 49 Corey St., West Roxbury, MA. $95 per person, or $89 with early registration 7 days before class begins.

Register for Belly DancingInstructor Liz Nania, Director of OUT to Dance. You’ll absolutely love learning the two hottest dances around. Merengue is unbelievably easy and spontaneous, and salsa is beautiful and sexy. In just six weeks you'll know enough well-executed salsa and merengue dance moves to hold your own at any social event or salsa club. Experience the joy! No experience or partner necessary. Heat up your Mondays! (Teens and parents also welcome.)Take both this class and any other class this term for a complete night of dance and save $15. (Both studios are across the street from each other.)

Liz, you are a truly amazing teacher—unfailingly upbeat, encouraging, and inspiring. You make even the most challenging steps fun to learn! I only wish I’d started taking these classes years ago, but I’m amazed by how far I’ve come in a few short months. No matter how tired I am when I come to dance class, I always leave feeling energized. Thank you for all you have taught me! Suzanne W., Roslindale, MA

Hot Latin Ballroom 1: Cha Cha and Rhumba- Mon. Mar. 22- April 26, 6 classes,7-8 pm, West Roxbury School of Dance, (across the street from our other studio), 49 Corey St., West Roxbury, MA. $95 per person, or $89 with early registration 7 days before class begins.

Register for Belly DancingInstructor Liz Nania, Director of OUT to Dance. From the latest movies to the reality TV series, ballroom is hot, and Latin Ballroom is even hotter! Take the plunge and find out why. You'll learn the the sizzling cha cha and the elegant rhumba; and you’ll be amazed at how much pop music played at social events, clubs and weddings are actually cha chas and rhumbas. (Check out a list of some of our students' favorite cha cha and rhumba music here.) No dance experience or partner necessary. It's surprisingly easy, and you'll use it for a lifetime. Join us! (Teens and parents also welcome.) Or take both this class and any other class this term for a complete night of dance and save $15!

I dreaded having to dance at my wedding; now I'm actually excited about it. Unbelievable. Jason K., Boston, MA

See also Latin Ballroom Facts & Music

Belly Dance for Beginners- (last class filled up; sign up now to avoid disappointment!) Mon. Mar. 22- April 26, 6 classes, 7-8 pm, Theodore Parker UU Church, (across the street from our other studio), 1859 Centre St., West Roxbury, MA. $95 per person, or $89 with early registration 7 days before class begins.

Register for Belly DancingInstructor Zehara Nachash. Take a sensory journey deep into your body--discover the ancient art of belly dance! From hip circles to shimmies you will learn the basic moves universal in all styles of this beautiful art. People of all shapes, sizes and ages welcome. It’s a wonderful workout, and a joy to experience. You’ll be amazed at how simple belly dance can be! Come learn the dance created by women for women. No experience necessary. Take both this class and any other class this term for a complete night of dance and save $15! (Both studios are across the street from each other.) Wear yoga pants or sweatpants and a fitted t-shirt; bare feet are fine. Please bring a hip scarf to tie around your waist by the second class; our fabulous instructor Zehara will tell you more about that when you meet. :)

I really love the Belly Dance class! It has taught me to move in ways I had no idea I could! The instructor is so nice and she works with you until you get the moves right. Renee J., West Roxbury, MA

See also Belly Dancing Facts

Belly Dance Level 2-Mon. Mar. 22- April 26, 6 classes, 6-7 pm, Theodore Parker UU Church, (across the street from our other studio), 1859 Centre St., West Roxbury, MA. $95 per person, or $89 with early registration 7 days before class begins.

Register for Belly DancingInstructor Zehara Nachash. . Integrate the movements you've learned into a simple but powerful belly dance routine that you can perform for family or friends. You’ll walk away from the class with a wonderful feeling of accomplishment! Many students who have progressed past the beginning class will elect to take both Bellydance 1 and this Advanced-Beginners' class; you can never practice basic techniques too much, and the two-hour block provides an excellent workout! In level 2, you'll learn faster rhythms and more complex combinations. The use of finger cymbals (zills) will also be taught; (students must have them by the second class; only a few sets will be available to borrow).
Zills can be purchased at the following websites:
www.missbellydance.com, www.dahlal.com, or www.amazon.com.
Prerequisite: 1-2 months of beginner’s belly dance required. Take both this class and Belly Dance 1 or any other class this term for a complete night of dance and save $15! (Both studios are across the street from each other.)

Hip Hop- Mon. Mar. 22- April 26, 8-9 pm, Theodore Parker UU Church, (across the street from our other studio), 1859 Centre St., West Roxbury, MA. $95 per person, or $89 with early registration 7 days before class begins.

Register for Belly Dancing Instructor Kristina Marley. Hip Hop is the cutting edge of contemporary dance, and it’s also an electrifying cardio workout. Inspired by the best choreography in quality music videos and from the hottest current music, Kristina will take you through each move step by step. Soon you’ll feel the power of the dance, and you’ll be blown away by what you can do! Kristina is a gifted choreographer and a supportive, encouraging and down-to-earth instructor who knows how to bring out the best in you. No experience necessary; adults of all shapes, sizes, colors and ages welcome. What are you waiting for? Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers, and bring water. This class will not repeat material from previous classes; all new choreography! (Do both Hip Hop and any other class for a complete dance night out and save $15.)

Every day I ask, “Is it Monday yet?” so I can go to Kristina’s Hip Hop Class. The class is fun and she is a GREAT teacher. This is my 3rd class that I have taken with Kristina and she brings something new and challenging each session. Cairra G., Hyde Park, MA

New: Pop Culture Dance- Mon. Mar. 22- April 26, 7-8 pm, Theodore Parker UU Church, (across the street from our other studio), 1859 Centre St., West Roxbury, MA. $95 per person, or $89 with early registration 7 days before class begins.

Register for Belly Dancing Instructor Kristina Marley. Pop culture is a monumental piece of the music world; from Janet Jackson to the Pussycat Dolls to Lady Gaga, pop music is irresistable! In this exciting new dance class you'll experience step by step instruction in fun, high energy, performance-ready (or just dance-club-ready) choreography to the hottest pop music by one of the artists that best defines the musical aspect of pop culture. No need to perform it; just have a blast learning it, and use it at your next club night, party, or anywhere you hear a great pop tune. (But you may get an optional opportunity to perform it for other OUT to Dance students at your last class!) No experience necessary; adults of all shapes, sizes, colors and ages welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers, and bring water. (Do both Pop Culture and any other class for a complete dance night out and save $15.)

Zumba Fitness- (last class filled up; sign up now to avoid disappointment!) Mon. Mar. 22- April 26, 8-9 pm, Theodore Parker UU Church, (across the street from our other studio), 1859 Centre St., West Roxbury, MA. $95 per person, or $89 with early registration 7 days before class begins.

Register for Belly DancingOUT to Dance is thrilled to welcome our new instructor Lena Andrade! Looking for a totally fun workout? Zumba® Fitness fuses hypnotic Latin, international and pop rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind cardio fitness class unlike any class you've tried before. You'll reap tons of healthy fitness benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of body-energizing movements. It's pure fun! No experience necessary; adults of all shapes, sizes, colors, ages and fitness levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers and bring water. Take both this class and any other class this term for a complete night of dance and save $15! (Both studios are across the street from each other.)

New- Fit, Fat and Fine: A Dance Fitness Class for Big Gals and Guys! Mon. Mar. 22- April 26, 9-10 pm, Theodore Parker UU Church, (across the street from our other studio). $95 per person, or $89 with early registration 7 days before class begins.

Instructor Kristina Marley.OUT to Dance is thrilled to offer a groundbreaking, exciting, sassy, body-affirming dance-oriented beginners' fitness class especially for big gals and guys, by popular request. You wanna move your sexy bodacious big body and be healthy and have a blast, but maybe you don't want to worry about being new at it, or maybe the gym doesn't excite you. Get some cardio action while dancing to a wide variety of music; and Kristina takes music requests! (Pop, hip hop, rock, disco, you name it.) No choreography to memorize; no dance experience necessary; and the moves are easy. This class is size-positive, perfect for beginners, and ultra fun! (By the way, all our dance classes are 100% welcoming to adults of all sizes and ages.) Bring a bottle of water.

OUT to Dance at the Wedding: a workshop on creative slow dancing. Saturdays 12:30- 2 pm in our Roslindale studio beginning in April. Click here for dates!

Your Best Dance Ever: a new 3-session semi-private workshop on creative wedding dancing.

Create your beautiful first dance in just 3 weeks! You'll look forward to Wednesday nights and your first wedding dance once you experience this fun, amazingly informative and exciting semi-private workshop. Bring your slow or mid-tempo song (or songs) in any genre; any kind of music is danceable! Join us for three Wednesdays 8-9 pm in our Roslindale studio. You'll leave with a believable personalized dance, uniquely yours, ready for the big day! (Hint: no memorized choreography necessary: you'll leave with a toolbox of natural well-executed movements and spins, initiated by your new leading and following dance skills.) Absolutely no dance experience needed. Space is limited from two to four couples; register early to avoid disappointment! $145 per couple if registered 7 days in advance; $160 regular registration. 3 Wednesdays 8-9 pm in our Roslindale studio. Choose one session: Session 1: May 5, 12 and 19; Session 2: June 2, 9 and 23; Session 3: July 14, 21, and 28; Session 4: Aug. 11, 18, & Sept 1. We may have a September session: call for info! See Registration Page to register. Directions to our private Roslindale studio will be emailed to you after you register.

Jan.-Feb. Dance Classes

Hot Salsa 2: Advanced Beginner- Mon. Jan. 11-Mar. 8, 6 classes, 8-9 pm, (No class Mon. Jan. 18, Dr. Martin Luther King Day, and Feb. 15 and Feb. 22 for President's Day.)

Liz, you are a truly amazing teacher—unfailingly upbeat, encouraging, and inspiring. You make even the most challenging steps fun to learn! I only wish I’d started taking these classes years ago, but I’m amazed by how far I’ve come in a few short months. No matter how tired I am when I come to dance class, I always leave feeling energized. Thank you for all you have taught me! Suzanne W., Roslindale, MA

Swing 1: Mon. Jan. 11-Mar. 8, 6 classes, 7-8 pm, (No class Mon. Jan. 18, Dr. Martin Luther King Day, and Feb. 15 and Feb. 22 for President's Day.)

I dreaded having to dance at my wedding; now I'm actually excited about it. Unbelievable. Jason K., Boston, MA

Belly Dance for Beginners- sorry, class full; next class starts Mar. 22; register early to avoid disappointment! Mon. Jan. 11-Mar. 1, 6 classes, 7-8 pm. (No class Mon. Jan. 18, Dr. Martin Luther King Day, and Mon. Feb. 15, President's Day.)

Hip Hop- Feb. class closed. Register early for March class! Monday Jan. 11, 6 classes, 8-9 pm. (No class Mon. Jan. 18, Dr. Martin Luther King Day, and Mon. Feb. 15, President's Day.)

New- Zumba Fitness! -Sorry, class full; next fitness class starts Mar. 22; register early to avoid disappointment! Monday Jan. 11- Mar. 1, 6 classes, 8-9 pm, Theodore Parker UU Church. (No class Mon. Jan. 18, Dr. Martin Luther King Day, and Mon. Feb. 15, President's Day.)

New- Fit, Fat and Fine: A Dance Fitness Class for Big Gals and Guys! Monday Jan. 11- Mar. 1, 6 classes, 9-10 pm. (No class Mon. Feb. 15, President's Day.)

 

Spring Class Info:more classes coming!

Spring term begins Monday March 22, 2010, and besides the classes listed above, we'll be adding one or two more surprise classes. Check back here soon, or email us for more info. Early registration is now open. Click here. (Our following Spring term starts May 3.)

"Cutting loose on the dance floor in the company of kindred spirits is one of the most energizing, healing, and affirming things you can do for yourself. Dancing is a proven stress-relieving action that can help heal and strengthen your body, mind and spirit. When you dance, you're throwing a wild party of endorphins inside yourself. And we can all surely use a good, strong dose of healthy endorphins right now to help us face a world of troubles!" Liz Nania, Director, OUT to Dance

Student Comments

"These dance classes are pure joy: the high point of my week."
Sarah Bassler, Boston, MA

"Liz, can I just tell you how much fun I'm finding your classes? It has been terrific. I look forward to the next 6 sessions!" Lowell P., Dedham, MA

"I'm having more fun than I ever thought I would when I signed up, me with multiple left feet. The atmosphere is totally comfortable, and the other students are so much fun to dance with. " Michael J., Norwood, MA

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When joining our dance classes, note that our OUT to Dance studio locations, West Roxbury and Roslindale, are within twenty minutes of downtown Boston, Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Hyde Park, Brighton, Allston, Brookline, Newton, Chestnut Hill, Dedham, Norwood, Needham, Westwood, Milton and Quincy; and within 25 to 35 minutes of Cambridge, Somerville, Arlington, Wellesley, Natick, Waltham, Braintree, Brockton, Stoughton, Canton, Foxboro, Weymouth and surrounding towns.

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