Finding Friends (for PDX Mid-Lifers)

Come -- Kick up your heels! Learn new choreography, build confidence, & stay active. =*}

In truth, this is not a beginner class, but if you know some dance steps already, the upbeat tunes and swift pace will get you hoppin'!

Yes, this is mid-day.
Yes, it's at a senior center (AKA community center).
Yes, the instructor is an Elder.
Yes, most attendees are as well.
And... They turn out 60+ people many days and they really move!
(On a cool summer day, I worked up a sweat; which I can't say for all other line dance classes I've taken.)
And it's only $1 / hour.

TWO HOURS

• The 1st hour is "easier;" but it would not be kind or fun for a novice.
• The 2nd hour is billed as "advanced" -- basically, those who stay for the 2nd hour have been coming long enough they don't need any instruction on the dances they do.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Music:

• Varied -- quite a bit of country, but a nice variety of rock with a great beat, including Michael Jackson -- LOL!
• 'Nice sound system

Attire:

• Anything goes from dressed up to workout gear
• A # of regulars dawn their western boots for the classes, but they're not required

Participation:

• The instructor is friendly and personable
• Turnout in the summer is often 60 people or more, generally retirement age and older
• All ages welcome
• The vibe is low-key, low-pressure
• Folks are friendly; lots of laughter

MEETING YOU THERE

• I hope to attend most Mondays and / or (more likely) Tuesdays
• If I know you're coming I'll make a special effort to be there and will look for you; if you get there and see me 1st, don't be shy about saying hi!
• I may not reliably receive msgs. sent via MeetUp the day of

$ / REGISTRATION

• There is a charge for this class
• The cost is $1 / hour (cash only)
• It's listed here on MeetUp as free because you pay the instructor in-person, not me here online
• Drop-in basis -- there's no official registration for the event
• If you let me know you're attending here on MeetUp, I'll make an extra effort to get there and greet you

I love-love-love western line dance -- let's learn together!
-Jo / Finding Friends group organizer

Come -- Kick up your heels! Learn new choreography, build confidence, & stay active. =*}

In truth, this is not a beginner class, but if you know some dance steps already, the upbeat tunes and swift pace will get you hoppin'!

Yes, this is mid-day.
Yes, it's at a senior center (AKA community center).
Yes, the instructor is an Elder.
Yes, most attendees are as well.
And... They turn out 60+ people many days and they really move!
(On a cool summer day, I worked up a sweat; which I can't say for all other line dance classes I've taken.)
And it's only $1 / hour.

TWO HOURS

• The 1st hour is "easier;" but it would not be kind or fun for a novice.
• The 2nd hour is billed as "advanced" -- basically, those who stay for the 2nd hour have been coming long enough they don't need any instruction on the dances they do.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Music:

• Varied -- quite a bit of country, but a nice variety of rock with a great beat, including Michael Jackson -- LOL!
• 'Nice sound system

Attire:

• Anything goes from dressed up to workout gear
• A # of regulars dawn their western boots for the classes, but they're not required

Participation:

• The instructor is friendly and personable
• Turnout in the summer is often 60 people or more, generally retirement age and older
• All ages welcome
• The vibe is low-key, low-pressure
• Folks are friendly; lots of laughter

MEETING YOU THERE

• I hope to attend most Mondays and / or (more likely) Tuesdays
• If I know you're coming I'll make a special effort to be there and will look for you; if you get there and see me 1st, don't be shy about saying hi!
• I may not reliably receive msgs. sent via MeetUp the day of

$ / REGISTRATION

• There is a charge for this class
• The cost is $1 / hour (cash only)
• It's listed here on MeetUp as free because you pay the instructor in-person, not me here online
• Drop-in basis -- there's no official registration for the event
• If you let me know you're attending here on MeetUp, I'll make an extra effort to get there and greet you

I love-love-love western line dance -- let's learn together!
-Jo / Finding Friends group organizer

Come -- Kick up your heels! Learn new choreography, build confidence, & stay active. =*}

In truth, this is not a beginner class, but if you know some dance steps already, the upbeat tunes and swift pace will get you hoppin'!

Yes, this is mid-day.
Yes, it's at a senior center (AKA community center).
Yes, the instructor is an Elder.
Yes, most attendees are as well.
And... They turn out 60+ people many days and they really move!
(On a cool summer day, I worked up a sweat; which I can't say for all other line dance classes I've taken.)
And it's only $1 / hour.

TWO HOURS

• The 1st hour is "easier;" but it would not be kind or fun for a novice.
• The 2nd hour is billed as "advanced" -- basically, those who stay for the 2nd hour have been coming long enough they don't need any instruction on the dances they do.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Music:

• Varied -- quite a bit of country, but a nice variety of rock with a great beat, including Michael Jackson -- LOL!
• 'Nice sound system

Attire:

• Anything goes from dressed up to workout gear
• A # of regulars dawn their western boots for the classes, but they're not required

Participation:

• The instructor is friendly and personable
• Turnout in the summer is often 60 people or more, generally retirement age and older
• All ages welcome
• The vibe is low-key, low-pressure
• Folks are friendly; lots of laughter

MEETING YOU THERE

• I hope to attend most Mondays and / or (more likely) Tuesdays
• If I know you're coming I'll make a special effort to be there and will look for you; if you get there and see me 1st, don't be shy about saying hi!
• I may not reliably receive msgs. sent via MeetUp the day of

$ / REGISTRATION

• There is a charge for this class
• The cost is $1 / hour (cash only)
• It's listed here on MeetUp as free because you pay the instructor in-person, not me here online
• Drop-in basis -- there's no official registration for the event
• If you let me know you're attending here on MeetUp, I'll make an extra effort to get there and greet you

I love-love-love western line dance -- let's learn together!
-Jo / Finding Friends group organizer

Come -- Kick up your heels! Learn new choreography, build confidence, & stay active. =*}

In truth, this is not a beginner class, but if you know some dance steps already, the upbeat tunes and swift pace will get you hoppin'!

Yes, this is mid-day.
Yes, it's at a senior center (AKA community center).
Yes, the instructor is an Elder.
Yes, most attendees are as well.
And... They turn out 60+ people many days and they really move!
(On a cool summer day, I worked up a sweat; which I can't say for all other line dance classes I've taken.)
And it's only $1 / hour.

TWO HOURS

• The 1st hour is "easier;" but it would not be kind or fun for a novice.
• The 2nd hour is billed as "advanced" -- basically, those who stay for the 2nd hour have been coming long enough they don't need any instruction on the dances they do.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Music:

• Varied -- quite a bit of country, but a nice variety of rock with a great beat, including Michael Jackson -- LOL!
• 'Nice sound system

Attire:

• Anything goes from dressed up to workout gear
• A # of regulars dawn their western boots for the classes, but they're not required

Participation:

• The instructor is friendly and personable
• Turnout in the summer is often 60 people or more, generally retirement age and older
• All ages welcome
• The vibe is low-key, low-pressure
• Folks are friendly; lots of laughter

MEETING YOU THERE

• I hope to attend most Mondays and / or (more likely) Tuesdays
• If I know you're coming I'll make a special effort to be there and will look for you; if you get there and see me 1st, don't be shy about saying hi!
• I may not reliably receive msgs. sent via MeetUp the day of

$ / REGISTRATION

• There is a charge for this class
• The cost is $1 / hour (cash only)
• It's listed here on MeetUp as free because you pay the instructor in-person, not me here online
• Drop-in basis -- there's no official registration for the event
• If you let me know you're attending here on MeetUp, I'll make an extra effort to get there and greet you

I love-love-love western line dance -- let's learn together!
-Jo / Finding Friends group organizer