Address
8227 Woodmont Avenue
Suite 2A
Bethesda, MD 20814
United States
Website
http://michaelrye.com/
Email
michael@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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March 2011

The following 28 classes take place during this month and are sorted by "name":
Argentine Tango
Jan 5 - Mar 30, 2011

DoW:
Wed
Time:
9:00pm
Level:
All levels
Taught By:
Michael Rye

The Argentine style of Tango, which is usually danced in a close embrace, is characterized by grapevines, figure eights, and other interesting and complex leg and foot movements. more »


Arm Styling, Spins & Turns
Jan 2 - Aug 21, 2011

DoW:
Sun
Time:
1:00pm
Level:
All Levels
Taught By:
Rosario Kalong

This class is designed to help you with understanding ways to use your arms in the various dances. We also discuss foot positions and balance. more »


Bronze International Foxtrot
Jan 2 - Apr 24, 2011

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

If you like Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Vic Damone, Cole Porter or other greats of the day, you will love Foxtrot. Its a stroll through the park. When your dancing it, this is exactly how you will feel. more »


Bronze Level 1 & 2 Foxtrot and Swing
Feb 5 - Mar 26, 2011

DoW:
Sat
Time:
3:00pm
Level:
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Taught By:
Yumiko

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Bronze Level 1 & 2 Quickstep
Feb 6 - May 22, 2011

DoW:
Sun
Time:
3:00pm
Level:
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Taught By:
Yumiko

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


Bronze Level 1 & 2 Waltz and Cha Cha
Feb 5 - Mar 26, 2011

DoW:
Sat
Time:
2:00pm
Level:
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Taught By:
Yumiko

more »


Bronze Level 3 & 4 Foxtrot and Swing
Feb 5 - Mar 26, 2011

DoW:
Sat
Time:
3:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Rosario Kalong

more »


Bronze Level 3 & 4 Quickstep
Feb 6 - Jun 26, 2011

DoW:
Sun
Time:
3:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Rosario Kalong

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


Bronze Level 3 & 4 Waltz and Cha Cha
Feb 5 - Mar 26, 2011

DoW:
Sat
Time:
2:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Rosario Kalong

more »


Bronze Levels 1 & 2 Tango and Rumba
Feb 6 - Mar 27, 2011

DoW:
Sun
Time:
2:00pm
Level:
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Taught By:
Yumiko

For those Newcomers who are ready for the next moves. Tango - A Latin style dance depicted by its provocative figures, catlike walking action, and sharp head movements. Rumba - A slow to medium tempo dance with sensual Cuban style hip movements. more »


Bronze Levels 3 & 4 Rumba and Tango
Feb 6 - Mar 27, 2011

DoW:
Sun
Time:
2:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Rosario

For those Newcomers who are ready for the next moves. Tango - A Latin style dance depicted by its provocative figures, catlike walking action, and sharp head movements. Rumba - A slow to medium tempo dance with sensual Cuban style hip movements. more »


Bronze West Coast Swing and Hustle
Jan 4 - Mar 29, 2011

DoW:
Tues
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Bronze
Taught By:
Rosario Kalong

West Coast Swing is the dance inspired by the Blues and Soul music. It's smooth and sexy with lots of great rythmic movements.
Hustle is a fast but smooth-moving dance which originated in the nightclubs during the 1970's disco era. more »


Friday Social Dance Party
Mar 11 - 25, 2011

DoW:
Fri
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Intermediate/Advance
Taught By:
Michael Rye

more »


Latin Basics - Salsa - Cha Cha - Rumba- Samba
Mar 29 - May 31, 2011

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

Join us as we teach the basic moves to the popular latin dances. more »


Latin Basics - Salsa - Cha Cha - Rumba- Samba
Jan 4 - Mar 8, 2011

DoW:
Tues
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Newcomers
Taught By:
Yumiko

Join us as we teach the basic moves to the popular latin dances. more »


Latin Technique
Jan 4 - Dec 27, 2011

DoW:
Tues
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
All Levels
Taught By:
Rosario Kalong

Want to improve your Latin action? Then this is the class for you.
Learn the use of the foot, ankles, and knees to create the mesmerizing action of the Latin dancer. more »


Mardi Gras Masquerade Party!
Mar 4, 2011

DoW:
Fri
Time:
7:30pm
Level:
All Levels

more »


Monday Tea Dance
Jan 3 - Apr 25, 2011

DoW:
Mon
Time:
12:30pm
Level:
Everyone
Taught By:
Michael Rye

Join us for a great afternoon of social dancing with Michael and Rosario. more »


Newcomers Foxtrot and Swing
Jan 6 - Mar 24, 2011

DoW:
Thu
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Newcomers/ Beginners
Taught By:
Rosario Kalong

more »


Newcomers Friday Dance Party!
Mar 11 - Jun 3, 2011

DoW:
Fri
Time:
7:30pm
Level:
Newcomers

Come practice your skills and gain experience and confidence. more »


Newcomers Rumba and Tango
Jan 2 - Mar 27, 2011

DoW:
Sun
Time:
2:00pm
Level:
Newcomers
Taught By:
Michael P.

Introduction to the romantic dances of the Tango and Rumba. Learn the basic steps with explanation of footwork, lead and follow. more »


Newcomers Waltz and Cha Cha
Jan 8 - Mar 26, 2011

DoW:
Sat
Time:
2:00pm
Level:
Beginner
Taught By:
Michael P.

more »


Rockin with Rosario
Mar 19, 2011

DoW:
Sat
Time:
6:30pm
Level:
All Levels
Taught By:
Rosario Kalong

Every 3rd Saturday more »


Salsa Mondays
Jan 3 - May 23, 2011

DoW:
Mon
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
All Levels
Taught By:
Michael P., Rosario, and Anna

more »


Silver and Gold Amalgamations Latin - Rumba
Feb 2 - Apr 27, 2011

DoW:
Wed
Time:
7:00pm
Level:
Silver/Gold
Taught By:
Michael Rye

Join Michael as he introduces you to different figures using the precedes and follows to create unique combinations for your dancing pleasure. more »


Silver and Gold Amalgamations Standard - Foxtrot
Feb 2 - Apr 27, 2011

DoW:
Wed
Time:
8:00pm
Level:
Silver
Taught By:
Michael Rye

more »


Silver International Latin - Cha Cha
Feb 5 - Mar 26, 2011

DoW:
Sat
Time:
12:00pm
Level:
Silver
Taught By:
Craig Bukowski

Silver International Latin is the taking your dancing to next level of steps and choreography as Michael takes thru some beautiful steps both as the leader and follower. more »


Silver International Standard - Quickstep
Feb 5 - Mar 26, 2011

DoW:
Sat
Time:
1:00pm
Level:
Silver
Taught By:
Craig Bukowski

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