How do I sign up for classes?
To sign up for classes, please email cranbrookcommunitydance@gmail.com or simply drop in to one of the current classes listed below. Payment can be made via e-transfer or cash. All are welcome!
Do I need a partner?
In short: no. Throughout the classes, we will be rotating partners so you will have the opportunity to dance with other people even if you do not have a partner yourself.
What do I wear to class?
First and foremost, please come wearing clothes that you are comfortable moving in. Dance is a physical activity and so you want to avoid being restricted by your clothes or shoes.
Shoes – We require clean, non-marking, indoor shoes. If you do not have suede or leather soled dancer shoes, we suggest something with less grippy soles like kedz, toms, or chucks rather than bulky boots. You can even just bring a pair of clean socks to change into. You will likely find that high heels or sandals will negatively impact your ability to dance.
Scent – please come smelling as minimally as possible. We will be dancing in close proximity with one another and so want to avoid smelling like anything: be that body odor or perfume.
What level should I take?
If you have never danced before: we recommend Level 1.
If it has been many years since you danced: we recommend Level 1.
If you have danced before but not of the particular style: we recommend Level 1 or 2.
If you have danced the particular style before: we recommend Level 2 or 3.
You can always attend one of our events and chat with us. We are happy to “level test” you to give you a personalized recommendation.
What if I cannot commit to a full series?
Your own learning will be improved by attending the full series. However, we are aware that life happens. If you have missed the first lesson of a series, we ask that you join in on the next series. Do not worry, new series are starting almost every week.
What if Cranbrook Community Dance doesn’t offer the dance I want to do?
Let us know! We are happy to take direction and do what we can to provide a space for the dance styles our community members want to dance.
What if Cranbrook Community Dance doesn’t offer dance on a day I am available?
Let us know! We want to ensure that our community members are able to attend as much as possible and we are happy to make changes to our schedule where possible and appropriate.
Are your events kid-friendly?
Cranbrook Community Dance aims our events, both lessons and Sock Hops, to an adult audience. This means that the music may be explicit, with adult references, and that all dancers are expected to behave in an adult fashion: participating without need of supervision, listening quietly when instructions are given, and treating one another respectfully. This being said, we welcome dancers under the age of 18 to our events so long as the above is not a concern. Dancers under the age of 18 will require a parent or guardian to sign a liability waiver on their behalf.