Caltech Ballroom Dance Club

CBDC offers a host of ballroom and social dance classes throughout the year with the class series synchronized with the Caltech term schedule. There are usually 3-4 different class series taught per quarter (each series is either 4-5 or 8-9 weeks long), with two class series in the summer (8-9 weeks each). These classes are held on different nights, currently on Mondays, Thursdays & Sundays, and after every class, the room is open for general practice & dancing. Typically the club offers both amateur and professionally-taught classes each quarter. Occasionally, we also hold special 1-4 weeks long workshops/seminars that focus on specific dances. Currently, CBDC is offering a Social-Ballroom, Nightclub & Tango Workshops. The workshop schedule varies per series, so please check the Workshop section for specific details. All our classes can be used for PE credit. Non-Caltech affiliated people are welcome to all classes. No dance partner is necessary for any of the classes.
About amateur-Taught class
The amateur-taught series is currently between $3-$4 per class, and is taught by experienced Ballroom Club members. It is generally a beginner-level class.
About professionally-Taught class
The professionally-taught series is usually initially offered at a beginner level; however, there is less review of the figures from week to week, so regular attendance is required. Professionally-taught intermediate level classes are occasionally offered for certain dances which have a significant level of public interest. The cost as of June 2004 is $6 per class for Caltech students and $8 for all others. There is a $1 discount per class if you pay in advance for the entire series. No refunds are given, but prior arrangements can be made if you know you will miss a class.
International-Style Competitive Dancing
Competitive-level Ballroom Team Classes and technique practices are taught by professional/top-amateur dancers or experienced CBDC competitive dancers. These classes focus on International-style syllabus figures and specifically emphasize technique & style to train dancers for competition. See the Caltech Ballroom Dance Team page for more information.