Dance

Come join our dance academy for a fun-filled movement experience! We combine an art form with exercise to help one understand the true beauty of self-expression and nonverbal communication. The dance academy offers an extensive variety of dance classes to meet your interests. 

Practice the skills you've learned in class, meet new friends, and have fun at this dance party. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or have never danced a day in your life, everyone is welcome. Dance the night away, socialize, and chat with our amazing dance instructors Mary and Jerry. If you don't have a partner, don't worry, you can still be part of this fun event. 
Pre-registration is required through the MAC app or by calling the concierge at 517-364-8800

Saturday 5:30-7:45 p.m.

• September 6
• September 20

This class is for advanced students and will add new and more complex material to three dances you already know.  (Waltz, West Coast Swing and Texas 2Step).

Hustle is one of the most popular dances today and is today’s version of disco dancing. You won’t want to miss it. This class will use fun, upbeat and well known songs!

Rhumba, meaning ‘to go to parties’, is a very popular, slow, sensual, dance form and is one of the major ballroom dances and many of the dance moves work in the Cha Cha as well as other dances.

An upbeat Latin dance that is easy to learn! It began in the 1970’s when dancers started mixing the Mambo and the Hustle. Bachata, Merengue, Cumbia, Cha-Cha and Mambo are all “sister” dances of Salsa.

West Coast Swing Level 1 builds upon the foundational elements of the Beginning class by introducing more intricate patterns, partner dynamics, and variations in movement. This level focuses on refining skills and expanding the dancer's repertoire for more complex social dancing. Expect to explore variations in patterns such as the whip and side passes, learn different hand holds and leads, and develop a stronger understanding of musicality.  Must have completed the Beginning Class or have instructor approval.

East Coast Swing is a great social dance known for its bounce, triple steps, and rock steps.  East Coast Swing primarily utilizes a six-count basic pattern consisting of two triple steps and a rock step.  It’s a non-progressive dance, often performed in one spot, and can be danced to a wide variety of music including rock and roll, big band, and pop songs. East Coast Swing is considered a relatively easy swing dance to learn, making it popular for beginners. 

Now one of the most popular forms of swing dance, the West Coast Swing has swept through the US. Slow and elegant or fast and furious, this class will be sure to reach your dance expectations.

Contact the MAC Concierge for current ballroom dance schedule at 517-364-8800.

Ballroom - September 2-October 31 

Tuesday

• 7 p.m. - Beginning West Coast Swing
• 8 p.m. - Beginning Hustle

Wednesday

• 4 p.m. Swing into East Coast Swing
• 7 p.m. - Variety Class
• 8 p.m. - Beginning Salsa

Thursday

• 7 p.m. - Beginning Rhumba
• 8 p.m. - West Coast Swing**

Saturday

• 11:30 a.m. Swing into East Coast Swing

Personalized one-on-one instruction for the dance style of your choosing. We offer children, adult, and wedding dance privates. For more information please contact Taylor Jackson, Group Fitness Supervisor. 517-364-8828.

• Private: $70/hr for 1:1 or 2:1

Jerry Wilson

Mary Benjamin