http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/index/ en mnthomp@gmail.com Copyright 2012 2012-02-05T03:54:20+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/february_12_classes/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/february_12_classes/#When:02:54:20Z ***Very few dances get you closer to your partner than the Balboa, so this February the Jumpin’ JiveCats are teaching a three-week progressive lesson in this fast, smooth, and historic dance!  Starting Monday, February 6th from 6:30 to 7:30pm, and continuing on the 6th and 13th, come learn the one swing dance you can do all night and not break a sweat.  Mostly.  This three-week session will cover the fundamentals of the Balboa (Bal-Swing, technically), including basic footwork patterns, leading and following, turns, spins, and some flair moves.  All three classes are only $25 per person ($10 each week to drop in) and include entry to each night’s dance at Swingin’ Mondays at the Masonic Ballroom.  No partner or experience is necessary, so grab you friends come on out!  Classes will be held at the Masonic Ballroom - map here: http://goo.gl/qr3Lj  Really, this is just our scheme to get you ready for the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout 2012.  Shh, don’t tell! ***For the month of February, Salsa at the Rio will be featuring a 30-minute intro lesson each Tuesday!  No experience or partner is needed, and the $3 cover gets you the lesson and the dance at the Agave Room at the Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, so get out and learn this hot, hot Latin dance!  Especially since Valentines Day falls on a Tuesday this year!  What a great date idea!!!  (Wink wink, nudge nudge.)  Map here: http://goo.gl/omNPa ***Learn to Lindy Hop!  The Jumpin’ JiveCats and Indigo Blues are teaming up to offer the absolutely least expensive way to get really good at the Grandaddy of all modern swing and blues dances, the Lindy Hop.  We have put together a 10-week series of classes that will take you from total beginner to being able to swing the night away with confidence!  We will cover dancing fundamentals, rhythm, Lindy footwork, turns, dips, transitioning in and out of jockey and tandem Charleston, and everything you need to bring all of your dancing to a new level, no matter what style you may do.  Classes start on Friday, February 10th and will be held at Poudre High School (201 South Impala Drive - just around the corner from Indigo Blues, just off of Mulberry) from 7:15 to 8:15 on February 10th, 17th, and 24th; March 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd; and April 6th, 20th, and 27th.  Total cost for the entire session is only $50 - that’s just $5 per class!  Plus, participants will get free entry to the Indigo Blues dance each class night and half price entry to Swingin’ Mondays at the Masonic Temple each following Monday!  That’s like dancing for free for ten weeks!  Contact Matt (rhythm@therhythmcompany.com) or Heather (heathercgriffith@gmail.com) of for more information or to register!  Next Month Classes 2012-02-05T02:54:20+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/swing_salsa_balboa_classes_february_news/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/swing_salsa_balboa_classes_february_news/#When:02:50:01Z February is a month for getting closer and learning new things, so we’re going to try to help you make that happen!  Here’s what’s going on this short (but slightly longer than usual) month! February Swing progressive lessons - Balboa starting February 6th! February Salsa lessons - Intro to Salsa all month! Lindy Hop Intensive starts February 10th! Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout starts February 24th! Check out all of the details below… News 2012-02-05T02:50:01+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/private_salsa_dance_lesson/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/private_salsa_dance_lesson/#When:02:47:04Z One Couple One Teacher for Two Hours Cost = $120 Private Lessons 2011-12-21T02:47:04+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/news_flash/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/news_flash/#When:18:41:45Z LESSONS:   Check out our lessons page for what’s happening this month! MEET US: Just updated! Check out the page to learn all about the teachers and performers of the Rhythm Company. Come meet us! New JiveCats Promo Video! Here’s a little taste of what we do. We can teach you to dance too! Or maybe you are interested in hiring us for your next event? News 2009-06-15T18:41:45+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/swing_dancing_at_masons/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/swing_dancing_at_masons/#When:22:11:03Z It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that Swing!  Come dance the Lindy Hop, Jitterbug/East Coast Swing, Charleston, Balboa, Shag, Boogie Woogie, and more.  The best DJ music from the 1920s to the 1950s: Jazz, Blues, Classic Big Band, Lounge and more.  Never a dull song at the Masonic Temple Center’s downstairs ballroom.  Bring a friend to dance on the best sprung wood dance floor in Fort Collins and have a jammin’ time every Monday! Cost: $4/person - Cash or Check at the door, or online What: Swing Dancing! Lessons: 7:30pm - 30-minute beginning swing lesson every week (unless otherwise noted).  Check our lessons page or the calendar below for what’s happening this month! DJ: 8:00-10:30pm Where: Masonic Temple Center, downstairs ballroom - 225 West Oak Street.  Enter through the northwest doors and head downstairs!  www.ftcmasonictemplecenter.com Regular Events 2009-05-13T22:11:03+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/salsa_dancing_at_the_rio_every_tuesday/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/salsa_dancing_at_the_rio_every_tuesday/#When:22:10:03Z Come meet new people and dance the hottest dances: Salsa, Meringue, Rueda, Bachata and ChaChaCha!  If you want to make a night of it, eat downstairs at the famous Rio Grande Restaurant first and then come dancing!  (Please no food or drinks upstairs, thank you.) Cost: $3/person - Cash or Check at the door, or online What: Salsa & Latin Dancing Lessons: 7:30 - 8pm mini Salsa lesson every Tuesday (included in $3 cover). 7:00 - 8pm progressive lessons (schedule permitting). Check our lessons page or the calendar below for what’s happening this month! (progressive lesson cover charge also covers dance entry for that month). DJ: 8:00-10:30pm Where: Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant (upstairs), 143 W Mountain Ave Fort Collins, CO On the Web Regular Events 2009-05-12T22:10:03+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/salsa_lessons_the_rio/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/salsa_lessons_the_rio/#When:01:12:15Z WHAT: 30 Minute Beginner Salsa Lesson WHEN: Every Tuesday before the dance at the Rio- 7:30pm! WHERE: Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant (upstairs)- 143 W Mountain Ave Fort Collins, CO   Regular Classes 2009-05-04T01:12:15+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/swing_lessons_masons/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/swing_lessons_masons/#When:01:11:20Z WHAT: 30 Minute Beginner Swing Lesson WHEN: Every Monday before the dance - 7:30pm! WHERE: Masonic Temple Center, downstairs ballroom, 225 West Oak Street, Fort Collins, CO  Enter through the northwest door and head downstairs! Next Month Classes, Private Lessons, Regular Classes 2009-05-04T01:11:20+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/regular_event_pass_3/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/regular_event_pass_3/#When:20:38:00Z Please bring your email confirmation to the door as proof of purchase. Entry into any of our events that cost $3, such as Monday’s at Avo’s (DJ night only) and Salsa at the Rio (DJ night only). Live band events cost $6. (+ $0.40 service fee for online payment per pass) Regular Event Pass - $3 DJ 2008-02-18T20:38:00+00:00 http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/regular_event_pass_6/ http://www.therhythmcompany.com/index.php/site/regular_event_pass_6/#When:20:33:00Z Please bring your email confirmation to the door as proof of purchase. Entry into any of our events that cost $6, such as Monday’s at Avo’s (Live band night only), Salsa at the Rio (Live band night only), or special events. (+ $0.50 service fee for online payment per pass) Regular Event Pass - $6 (Band) 2008-02-18T20:33:00+00:00