The dance is a poem of which each movement is a word.
Now Announcing Lessons for the Spring of 2023
Our lessons are open to adolescents and adults, couples, family and friends dancing together, and single dancers. We invite but do not enforce partner rotation, so single dancers may spend some time practising alone.
Contact Tom for more information: 613-361-2056 or tom@tommanley.ca. Join our newsletter for notices of new sessions each season.
You are always welcome to take the first lesson of any program to see if you like it and then register and pay after the first lesson.
If you have taken lessons with Tom and Isabelle, then please consult our list of video demonstrations, so you can practice at home and refresh your repertoire as the years go by.
Contact Tom for more information: 613-361-2056 or tom@tommanley.ca. Join our newsletter for notices of new sessions each season.
You are always welcome to take the first lesson of any program to see if you like it and then register and pay after the first lesson.
If you have taken lessons with Tom and Isabelle, then please consult our list of video demonstrations, so you can practice at home and refresh your repertoire as the years go by.
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Russell Ontario
Tom Manley and Isabelle Masson teach Ballroom dancing for fun at the Frank Kinnaird Hall, Russell Arena, Russell, ON. On Wednesday evenings, for 10 weeks from Apr 12 to Jun 14th:
The International Rumba dance originated in Cuba and draws influence from Spanish and African dances. It is a romantic, sensuous dance with a count of Quick-Quick-Slow. The rock and recover action accentuates the hip movement. The Bachata is danced to typical music from the Dominican Republic. It is a count of 4 beats: 1, 2, 3, touch, and then we return on the other foot. It offers lots of hip movement and a solid feeling of the beat of the song. Fees are in the range of $113 HST included per person per course for the season (one hour per week for 10 weeks). You can save some money by registering for both courses. Register and pay with the recreation department of the Municipality of Russell. Online registration is now available. |
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Cornwall Ontario - Benson Center
Tom Manley teaches Ballroom for fun at the Benson Center, 800 Seventh St W, in Cornwall. On Mondays evenings starting April 3rd for 10 weeks, taking a break for Victoria Day May 22nd, and finishing on June 12th (no break for Easter Monday):
The International Rumba dance originated in Cuba and draws influence from Spanish and African dances. It is a romantic, sensuous dance with a count of Quick-Quick-Slow. The rock and recover action accentuates the hip movement. The Bachata is danced to typical music from the Dominican Republic. It is a count of 4 beats: 1, 2, 3, touch, and then we return on the other foot. It offers lots of hip movement and a solid feeling of the beat of the song. The Cha Cha is a fun versatile dance style that matches lots of Latin songs, soft rock and popular music. It accentuates the hip movements with rocking and shuffling actions. Fees are in the range of $113 per person HST included and cover each course of one hour for 10 weeks. Save some money by registering for 2 or more classes. Registrations and payments are made to the City of Cornwall, or visit the Benson Center to register in person. Online registration will be available in March. |
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Vankleek Hill Ontario - Zudio Dance & Fitness Center
Tom Manley teaches Ballroom for Fun at the Zudio Dance & Fitness Center, 144 High Street - Vankleek Hill, ON. Lessons are 90 minutes every second Saturday starting April 15th for 6 lessons and finishing on June 24th.
The Bachata is danced to typical music from the Dominican Republic. It is a count of 4 beats: 1, 2, 3, touch, and then we return on the other foot. It offers lots of hip movement and a solid feeling of the beat of the song. The Triple Swing dance is the most popular of all the couple dances, used for a wide range of music (classic rock, soft rock, pop rock, country rock). This session welcomes returning dancers, even those who missed several classes, have not danced in a while, or come from other schools. The fee is $129 per person HST included and covers each course of 90 minutes for 6 weeks. Or take both courses for $239. Register online now with Tom and pay by e-transfer or cash either before or after the first lesson. |
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