Tempo Dance Center in Brighton, MA
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2010 Late Summer

Note that there are also classes held in Concord and Acton, MA (see below)

You can print out your own copies of the fall schedule for the Boston area and Concord/Acton.

Note: The Sunday classes before 1:00 pm will be held at Mass Motion Dance Academy, 50 North Beacon Street in Allston. After 1:00 pm, classes are held at the Watertown Elks, 368 Arlington Street, Watertown

Classes and private lessons are 55 minutes in length unless stated otherwise. A change of shoes is requested in order to maintain the beauty of the dance floor. Another pair of street shoes is acceptable. Special dance shoes are not required.

Winter Weather Alert: Notice of cancellations of classes will be posted by 3:00 pm on mailbox #2.


Mass Motion Dance Academy, 50 North Beacon Street, Allston

Take the #57 bus line Street parking is available on North Beacon Street or Gordon Street.
Sunday, August 8 - 29 (4 weeks)
10:00 am Latin Rhythms & Arms - no partner necessary!
A class designed to work on the basic steps of Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba and more. This is not meants to be an Aerobics class because you will be tuaght the correct basics; however, you will be moving constantly for the entir eclass. Learn actual steps and exercises youc an practice on your own at home for both men and women.. Cost: $75/person. Register and pay by August 6 and save $5.
Noon Wedding Survival Course™
Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba, Single Step Swing, & Foxy. Classes begin monthly. Get ready for a wedding, other events, or as a beginning ballroom class. WSC couples can take private lessons during the month or after the class for $70/hour (save $15/hr).
Cost: $75 per person. Register and pay by August 6 and save $5/person or pay $135/couple.

Watertown Elks, 368 Arlington Street, Watertown

The Elks is on the #71 bus line between Harvard Square and Watertown Square. The entrance and parking is at the rear of the building. Take Wells Avenue and then the first right into the parking lot. Enter through the purple door at the rear of the building.
Sundays, August 8 - 29 (4 weeks)
5:00pm Nightclub Survival Course™
Swing, Salsa and Hustle. Learn the basics of these fun popular dances.
Cost: $75/person. Register and pay by August 6 and save $5/person or pay $135/couple.
6:00pm Beginning Ballroom
Basics of Foxtrot and Waltz will be taught
Cost: $75/person; save $5 when prepaid by August 6
7:00pm Beginning Latin
Basics of Rumba and Cha Cha will be taught
Cost: $75/person; save $5 when prepaid by August 6
8:00pm Beginning Hustle
Both 4-count and 3-count hustle will be covered.
Cost: $75/person; save $5 when prepaid by August 6
Register and pay for any two classes on Sunday and pay $135/person for 2 group classes.

Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Russell Avenue, Watertown

The church is on the #71 bus line between Harvard Square and Watertown Square. Enter through the door set back next to the playground and go downstairs.
Thursdays, August 12 - September 2 (4 weeks)
8:00pm Wedding Survival Course™
Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba, Single Step Swing, & Foxy. Classes begin monthly. Get ready for a wedding, other events, or as a beginning ballroom class. WSC couples can take private lessons during the month or after the class for $70/hour (save $15/hr).
Cost: $75 per person. Register and pay by August 6 and save $5/person or pay $135/couple.

A single class may be taken for $20 if space is available and if the minimum number of students is registered; this offer is not available for the beginning classes or Wedding Survival Course™.

Please bring a change of shoes as no street shoes are allowed in the dance studio. Plenty of parking available. To register, please contact the studio.

Payment must be received at least 2 days prior to the start of the class to be pre-registered. All classes and private lessons are 55 minutes in length unless otherwise stated.


JMJ Dance Studio 19 Keefe Road in Acton

Mondays, August 9-30 (4 weeks)
7:30 pm Bronze Ballroom
Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba and Cha Cha.
Cost: $72/person; save $5 if registered by August 6
Tuesdays, August 10 - September 7 (5 weeks)
8:00 pm Wedding Survival Course™
Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Foxy
Get ready for weddings & other events. Also as a beginning class.
$90 per couple; save $5/person or pay $160 for a couple when registered by August 6.
Wednesdays, August 11 - September 8 (5 weeks)
7:00 pm Nightclub Survival Course™
Swing, Salsa & Hustle. Learn the basics of these fun, popular dances.
Cost: $90/person; save $5/class if registered by August 6.
8:00 pm Latin Rhythms & Arms class (no partner necessary!)
A class designed towork on the basic steps of RUmba, Cha Cha, Samba, and more. This is not meant to be an aerobics class because you will be tuaght the correct basics; however, you will be moving constantly for the entire class. Learn actual steps and exercises you can practice on your own at home for both men & women. Single classes may be taken for this class for $20/class with the permission of the instructor.
Cost: $90/person; save $5/class if registered by August 6.

Contact Gail (617-783-5467) if you are attending any of these classes.

Private Lessons

Private Lesson Fees
  1 Hour5 Hours10 Hours
1 or 2 People $85 $400 $750
2 Couples$100 $475 $900
Private lessons are available on an appointment basis 7 days a week. There is a 24-hour cancellation policy; otherwise the time will be charged for the hourly rate. Payment is accepted by check or cash; no credit cards. Additional pricing available for groups and special events.

Gail Rundlett
Tempo Dance Center, P.O. Box 35448, Brighton, MA 02135    617-783-5467
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