Dancing
Register for dance classes at MMC Member Services. Call 302-734-1200 x167, Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM. Line dance classes are free for MMC Members
NEW – IT’S TAP SECRET!
Come join Darlene Meyer former Rockette for a more advanced tap class. She is a graduate of Juilliard School of Music and Dance. She studied at the June Taylor School of Dance and with dance greats Gene Kelly and Bob Fosse. Darlene will teach a Broadway style tap dance class every Thursday from 2:30 – 3:30 n the Palmer Room. She will teach dances and provide you with dance notes so you can practice on your own.
Advanced Line Dancing
Advanced line dancing meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Palmer Room. . Learn new steps and share your passion for line dancing through practice and performance opportunities with the Steppin' Seniors advanced line dance class. Prior line dance experience required. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
Beginner Line Dancing
Beginner line dancing meets on Mondays from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Palmer Room. Learn the basic steps of this popular form of dance and gets lots of exercise. No partner needed! The first portion of the class is devoted to teaching the basic steps and simple dances for first time line dancers. Please alert the instrucor at the beginning of the class that you are new. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
Beginners Tap Class
Beginning Tap - Tap dance sharpens reflexes and improves memory skills and coordination. Beginning classes will work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary and work on basic rhythms and steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations. Classes meet Tuesdays, from 2:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. in the Palmer room. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate
Broadway Dancing
Express yourself while dancing the Broadway style. Class provides a great form of exercise while we learn a routine for inclusion in the June show. It is not necessary to have previous dance experience, just a good sense of rhythm and a desire to dance. Classes will be held on Mondays and will be held from 1:30- 3:30 in the Palmer Room. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
Broadway 2
Broadway 2 – Advanced class. Students will learn a routine that will challenge themselves to use more expression and acting while dancing. This will build on the Broadway class skills to elevate your performance skills. This level does require more body flexibility, and expressive movement. Class will meet on Thursdays at 1pm in the Palmer room. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
Couples Line Dancing
Couple's line dance will meet on Mondays from 11:15 to 12:15 p.m. in the Palmer Room. Grab a partner and become a line dancing duo. This class is intermediate level but beginners are welcome to join. Coming with a partner is ideal but is not necessary to join the class. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
Dancing in Your Chair with Ida Kirkendall
It’s Fun, It’s Free!!!!! “Dancing In Your Chair” with Ida Kirkendall. This is a fun low impact class where Ida will have you moving in your seat to great music. Everything is done safely in a chair. **NO STANDING REQUIRED** You will do aerobic exercises, stretching, Latin dancing, Line dancing and more. Let’s get those bodies moving! Classes are held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. —9:40 a.m.and Friday from 10:15 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. in the Palmer Room. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
Extreme Beginners Line Dance Step Class
Come to the "Extreme Beginners" step class on Fridays, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm in the Palmer Room. Instructor: Jacci Kenny You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
THIS CLASS WILL BE ON HIATUS FROM SEPTEMBER 22 UNTIL NOVEMBER 3.
Get Up and Move!
Let’s Get up and move! with Ida Kirkendoll, owner of Forever Active Lifestyle! She’ll get your heart pumping and the joint will be jumpin! This class is an intermediate standing class that will include Aerobics, Kickboxing, Zumba and more. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 8:00 – 8:40 in the Palmer Room. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
High Impact Line Dancing
High Impact line dancing meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Palmer Room. Get your blood flowing in this high impact class designed for intermediate and advanced level students. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
Intermediate Line Dancing
Intermediate line dancing meets on Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m. in the Palmer Room. Hone your dancing skills in this intermediate level class. Prior line dance experience is recommended. You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.
Soul Line Dancing
Soul line dancing meets on Wednesdays from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Palmer Room. Dance with the Soulsations to the soul and R&B music you love. This is a low-moderate impact line dance experience.
You must be a member of the Modern Maturity Center to participate.