East Bay Waltz - May Prom!

# The next dance is Saturday, May 16th. It's waltz prom!

Introductory Nightclub 2-Step: 4-5:30 p.m.
Introductory Rotary Waltz: 5:30-7 p.m.
Social Dancing: 7-10 p.m.
$10-20 sliding scale (or pay what you can). Cash or Venmo only.

It's prom time! Whether you're excited to be wearing your favorite cummerbund or satin dress, or just to dance like you are, or both, come celebrate with us! (Prom attire is awesome but not required; staying on the sidelines too nervous to ask someone to dance is classic but not as much fun; everyone's welcome regardless of what grade they're in or even if they even go here.)
The first class (from 4-5:30 p.m.) will be an introduction to Nightclub Two-Step, a dance that's perfect for those slow pop prom favorite hit songs. Ken C teaches.

The introductory class (from 5:30-7 p.m.) will be on rotary waltz, which is so important that it's usually just called "the waltz." No experience or partner necessary! Half of the dance party is waltzes and this "beginner lesson" is great for anyone who doesn't yet feel confident in 3/4, even if you've taken a lesson before. Jordan A teaches.

And then, it's our social dance party (from 7-10 p.m.) with Caroline V and Jay C spinning our mix of mostly waltzes, plus some polka, swing, latin, two-step, and more -- this time with more of a disco ball and punch bowl vibe.
As always, EBW is a come-as-you-are, all ages, gender neutral, no-partner-required, ask anyone to dance event where we value consent and everyone is welcome.

Feel like volunteering? We are always looking for people to help out by sitting a door shift. In return for your time greeting peoples and handling moneys, you'll get in for free. Sign up here (even if you've volunteered before, so we know to expect you this time.)
Special Notes: Please wear non-marking shoes to the event, or dance shoes if you have them! We've been getting black scuff marks on the newly-refinished floor of the Finnish Hall, and some of them don't scrub off. Thanks!
In addition, we and many dancers will appreciate it if you can reduce or eliminate heavy perfumes/colognes or other scents. Please be mindful of those with sensitivities or allergies! Thanks again!

# COVID-19 Policy

If you have symptoms or believe you are sick, please stay home. This is basic dance courtesy for all contagious diseases, not just Covid-19. Besides, attending a dance while sick isn't very fun, and won't be appreciated by the other dancers. It is much better to stay home, rest, recover, and come back and have fun with us the following month.
Mask wearing and vaccinations are optional. We will not be checking vaccination records nor requiring masks in the ballroom. We do require all attendees to respect other dancers, including their choice of masking. All dancing at EBW is strictly voluntary, and anyone can refuse a dance for any reason, but ridiculing or badmouthing others is not allowed.
EBW staff will keep the windows and doors open to the extent possible. Do not close outside windows or doors without checking with us.