Address
8227 Woodmont Avenue
Suite 2A
Bethesda, MD 20814
United States
Website
http://michaelrye.com/
Email
info@dancebethesda.com
Phone
(301) 951-3660

Class Schedule

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We offer great dance classes, whether a beginner or experienced dancer we have a class that will enhance your dance skills. From Cha Cha Classes - Beginners to Latin Dance classes - Styling and Musicality. Our expert dance instructors have the knowledge and experience to make your class enjoyable, fun and have you dancing to great music.

Class Syllabus (Click to view syllabi)

Our class Syllabi are formed from the Standard and Latin International Syllabus by the ISTD and the American Smooth and Rhythm Syllabus by DVIDA. Our aim is to ensure that all our students gain a thorough knowledge of the steps that they are learning and feel comfortable and confident in practicing them on the dance floor.

Class Fees:

$15.00 Drop in Rate.

$104.00 for 8 Class Card. ($13.00 per class)

$250.00 for 25 Class Card. ($10.00 per class)

$500.00 for 50 Class Card. ($10.00 per class)

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Class Calendars (.pdf format)

Newcomers - Bronze - Advance


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July 2009

The following 28 activities take place during this month and are sorted by "name":
Beginner/Bronze Practice Party
Jun 11 - Jul 30, 2009

DoW:
Thu
Time:
9:00pm
Level:
Beginner/Bronze

Thursday nights is our Beginner/Bronze Syllabus Practice Party, where students are invited to come along and dance at the studio specifically their Bronze Routines. Instructors will be present to help partner you up or dance with you. more »


Bronze Foxtrot
Jun 11 - Jul 30, 2009

DoW:
Thu
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Michael Rye

This is regarded as the dancers dance. Smooth and graceful across the floor, enjoyed to music from all generations. more »


Bronze Rumba
Jun 11 - Jul 30, 2009

DoW:
Thu
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Michael Rye

The Rumba was the beginning of the Cuban and Latin American dance crazes. more »


Bronze Samba
Jun 6 - Aug 1, 2009

DoW:
Sat
Time:
1:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Michael Rye

This is dance from Rio, the party dance. Samba uses many different rhythms to create a dance of non stop movement and fun. more »


Bronze Waltz
Jul 11 - Aug 1, 2009

DoW:
Sat
Time:
3:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Michael Rye

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Friday Night Social Dance and Classes
Jul 3, 2009

DoW:
Fri
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Beginners, Bronze, and Silver/Gold
Taught By:
Barbara, Liz, and Michael

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Friday Night Social Dance and Classes
Jul 10, 2009

DoW:
Fri
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Beginners & Intermediate/Advanced
Taught By:
Barbara & Michael

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Friday Night Social Dance and Classes
Jul 17, 2009

DoW:
Fri
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Beginners & Intermediate/Advanced
Taught By:
Barbara and Michael

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Friday Night Social Dance and Classes
Jul 24, 2009

DoW:
Fri
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Beginners & Intermediate/Advanced
Taught By:
Barbara and Michael

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Friday Night Social Dance and Classes
Jul 31, 2009

DoW:
Fri
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Beginners & Intermediate/Advanced
Taught By:
Barbara and Michael

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Latin Techniques Class
Jun 6 - Aug 29, 2009

DoW:
Sat
Time:
2:00pm
Level:
Open Class
Taught By:
Michael Rye

Want to improve your Latin action. Understanding the use of the foot, ankle and knee to create the mesmerizing action of the Latin dancer.
Then this is the class for you more »


Silver Cha Cha
Jun 9 - Jul 14, 2009

DoW:
Tues
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Silver
Taught By:
Mr. Willie Hendricken

Our Tuesday Silver Latin Class is being taught by Mr William Hendricken. Willie is a great teacher with a wicked tale to tell while teaching you to Cha Cha Cha. more »


Silver Foxtrot
Jul 21 - Aug 25, 2009

DoW:
Tues
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Silver
Taught By:
Willie Hendricken

This is regarded as the dancers dance. Smooth and graceful across the floor, enjoyed to music from all generations. more »


Silver Rumba
Jul 21 - Aug 25, 2009

DoW:
Tues
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Silver
Taught By:
Willie Hendricken

The Rumba was the beginning of the Cuban and Latin American dance crazes. more »


Silver Tango
Jun 9 - Jul 14, 2009

DoW:
Tues
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Silver
Taught By:
Mr Willie Hendricken

Our Tuesday SilverStandard Class is being taught by Mr William Hendricken. Willie is a great teacher and you will learn great style and technical knowlege. more »


Smooth Silver
Jun 7 - Jul 26, 2009

DoW:
Sun
Time:
4:00pm
Level:
Silver
Taught By:
Michael Rye

Silver classes are designed to have you moving around the floor with confidence. twirl, dip and present your partner as never before. more »


Social Beginners Cha Cha
Jun 8 - Jul 27, 2009

DoW:
Mon
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Social Beginner
Taught By:
Michael Rye

This is one of the easiest and most social of all the dances. The Cha Cha is world famous and a must for your dancing shoes to know. more »


Social Beginners Foxtrot
Jul 7 - 28, 2009

DoW:
Tues
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Social Beginners
Taught By:
Barbara Monasterial

This is regarded as the dancers dance. Smooth and graceful across the floor, enjoyed to music from all generations. more »


Social Beginners Quickstep
Jul 11 - Aug 1, 2009

DoW:
Sat
Time:
12:00pm
Level:
Social Beginners
Taught By:
Michael Rye

This is the dance inspired by the Charleston from the 20's and the Fox Trot. A quicker pace but lots of fun more »


Social Beginners Rumba
Jul 7 - 28, 2009

DoW:
Tues
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Social Beginners
Taught By:
Barbara Monasterial

The Rumba was the beginning of the Cuban and Latin American dance crazes. more »


Social Beginners Salsa
Jul 11 - Aug 1, 2009

DoW:
Sat
Time:
11:00am
Level:
Social Beginners
Taught By:
Michael Rye

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Social Beginners Swing
Jul 12 - Aug 2, 2009

DoW:
Sun
Time:
12:00pm
Level:
Social Beginners
Taught By:
Michael Rye

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Social Beginners Tango
Jul 12 - 26, 2009

DoW:
Sun
Time:
11:00am
Level:
Social Beginners
Taught By:
Michael Rye

Valentino, De Niro, Arnie, what do they all have in common.
They Tango.... more »


Social Beginners Tango
Jun 7 - Aug 2, 2009

DoW:
Sun
Time:
11:00am
Level:
Social Beginners
Taught By:
Michael Rye

Valentino, De Niro, Arnie, what do they all have in common.
They Tango.... more »


Social Beginners Waltz
Jul 6 - 27, 2009

DoW:
Mon
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Social Beginners
Taught By:
Michael Rye

The Waltz is one of the easiest and more traditional dances. more »


Standard Technique Class
Jul 19 - Aug 2, 2009

DoW:
Sun
Time:
2:00pm
Level:
All Levels
Taught By:
Michael Rye

This is the class that will give you a better understanding of all the Technical aspects of your dancing. Rise and Fall, Sway, Footwork and Timing. Watch your dancing improve. more »


STUDIO CLOSED for 4th of July Celebration

The Studio is closed both Saturday and Sunday for the 4th of July celebration. Have a great weekend! more »


Sunday Tea Dance - Reston
Jul 12, 2009

DoW:
Sun
Time:
2:30pm
Level:
Social
Taught By:
Michael Rye

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