Dance Classes


Ballroom Dance Lessons

Learn to move over the floor with grace under the guidance of talented instructors John and Mary Nonhof. Class sessions are 5 weeks. No partner? No problem. Call Barb at 616-355-5136 for more information.

Mondays, beginning November 17, in the Auditorium
7:00 p.m. Beginners - 7:40 p.m. Open Dance - 8:00 p.m. Advanced
$20.00 member couple, $25.00 non-member couple


Open Dance and Snacks

Enjoy taped ballroom music and an opportunity to dance. Bring a snack to share - coffee provided. No formal instruction is given.

Mondays, January - March 9, in the Auditorium
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.; basic steps review 6:45 p.m. with Cheri Bos
$2.00 per person

To find out when you can practice your new steps, check the Special Events page for our next evening dance!


Advanced Round Dance Lessons

Round Dance uses ballroom steps with all couples moving around the floor doing the same steps at the same time. If you know how to Round Dance and are interested in advanced lessons, please call Ross Hamlin at 616-399-4185.


  Beginning Line Dance
Have you always wanted to try line dancing, but the terms “vine step” and “box step” leave your head spinning?  This is your chance to learn those steps and many more, making line dance a fun exercise experience.  You’ll be moving to the beat in no time under Barb Baldwin's tutelage.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00 a.m. in the Auditorium
$30.00 per member punchcard for 10 classes, $40.00 per non-member

Advanced Line Dance
Kick your feet to the beat, no partner necessary. Barb Appledorn, our instructor, will “call” the easy–to–learn steps as you follow her and the music.  It’s great exercise and lots of fun.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, in the Auditorium
$30.00 per member punchcard for 10 classes, $40.00 per non-member

Evening Line Dance
Join Barb Appledorn for some great fun. No partner needed!
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., in the Auditorium

$30.00 per member punchcard for 10 classes, $40.00 per non-member

Tap Dance
You can learn to "speak" this language of foot rhythm by moving to the music. No experience necessary. It's great for body and soul! You'll learn tap terminology, steps, and delightful routines from instructors Barb Appledorn and Barb Baldwin. All classes will be held in the Artisan Studio and whatever your skill level, we have the class for you!

Level Day Time
Beginning Thursdays 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.
Intermediate Tuesdays 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.
Advanced Wednesdays 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.

$38 per member for 10 classes, $47 per non-member for 10 classes


Dutch Dancers

Learn authentic Dutch dances and you don't have to be Dutch! Men and women over 55 years of age are welcome, and costumes and shoes are provided.

Mondays, 10:00 a.m. in the Artisan Studio (September-November and March-May)
For information, contact Vicki Russell at 616-994-7100.


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