What's New...

New At Bailey Dance:

Have you made a New Year's Resolution to get into better shape?  WE CAN HELP YOU!! We have just added a treadmill, weight machine  and soon to came a cardio bike. New work out area for our charter members. Come check it out! For more information on charter membership talk to Chris or Emily Bailey. 

We Starting our second set of dance series on Monday evenings for adults in January at Bailey Dance. From 7:30-8:30pm every Monday from January 16th-March 26th we will be teaching a dance series. We will be doing 3 weeks of Slow Dance, 4 weeks of Waltz and 4 weeks of East Coast Swing. But what's so unique about this class you might ask? Well this class will be a faith-based community outreach, for beginner dancers. We want to make it an environment for singles or couples who are passionate about Christ! We will begin each class with someone sharing a quick Bible verse, prayer, and then the rest is dancing! The class is $50 per person for the whole 12 weeks, that's less than $5 a class! It will be a night of fun, fellowship and dancing, so help us spread the word! If you have ever had any interest in learning to dance, now is your chance! All you have to do is show up Monday January 16th, no pre-registration required. Come prepared to meet new people, learn to dance,and fellowship among fellow believers. We are located at: 1835 Montgomery Hwy Suite 103, Hoover, AL 35244, In the Hobby Lobby/Big Lots Shopping Center (205) 281-8523 and for more information visit our website: www.baileydance.com

Along with our regularly scheduled classes, don’t forget on Wednesday nights. There is a West Coast Swing Practice party after class from 8:30-9:30 and it’s FREE!

We Value and appreciate each of our Charter Members for their love and continued support of our studio, so Thank You from the bottom of our hearts for ALL that you do to help make the studio successful!

We have Ballroom Band Dance on Friday nights.  Barbara Pilato, Dave and Julie Woods, Carolyn Robinson and Carolyn Roberson are hosting Ballroom Bands on the 2nd, 4th & 5th Friday nights.  See Website for updated information. $10 per person per dance.  Dress is Business Casual.

Zumba Class on Monday and Thursday at 5:20 every week $5. Charter members free!

Pilates Class starts at 5:20 with Pilates Master Practitioner Rita Ciamaichela.  $7 person but Charter Members are free.  This class is growing weekly so join us and get a great core workout and then swing the night away with West Coast Swing Classes.

We Have Dance Shoes and Dance Boots!!!!  We are set up as a distributor for Dance Shoes.  The same shoes that we buy and wear are now available at Bailey Dance. Please see Chris or Emily to try on a pair.

Charter Membership: Did you see all that the charters get for $100 a month.  We now have even more for our Charter Members. Free Dance Classes Sunday through Thursday, Free Bailey Dance Parties (Does not include Band Dances), Eight Hours of Floor time to practice your new moves or routines, and monthly drawings for free private lessons.  Over $600 a month in potential savings.  Only a limited number of Charter Memberships are available. Email Chris for more information at Chris@BaileyDance.com.

Dance Tips of the Week

1. Comfortable shoes and clothes are a must for dancing. Invest in them.
2. Technique is better than moves. But new moves are still cool; if you've got the technique.
3. Positive attitudes are contagious. So are negative ones. Which do you like?
4. Introduce yourself to the new dancer. You were there once.
5. You spend both time and money on lessons. Don't waste both by not practicing.
6. Is the lady not getting those leads? Don't lead harder. Lead smarter or easier patterns. 
7. Better personal grooming makes for a better dance partner.
8. Smile a lot!
9. Dance what you hear in the music.  Don't worry if everyone else is doing a WCS but you hear Cha or Hustle.  Step out of your box and have fun.
10. Some learn fast. Some learn slow. With effort even the turtle arrives. Have patience with yourself and others.

Weekly Class Information

Monday Classes: 

Zumba Class 5:20 to 6:20 Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. It is based on the principle that a workout should be FUN AND EASY TO DO" allowing Zumba participants to stick to the Zumba Fitness program and achieve long-term health benefits. Zumba is a “feel-happy” workout that is great for both the body and the mind.  $5  per person and FREE to Charter Members.  Ditch the workout and join Ashley Harris for the party. Same every month.

Waltz 6:30 to 7:30  The name of the waltz is taken from the Italian 'volver'-to turn, or revolve. It was an outgrowth of the landler, a country dance in three-quarter time, and replaced the heavy hopping and jumping movements with more polished and graceful gliding. It has not always been the prestigious dance it is today. It was rural people who first found these whirling steps so appealing. And so, the waltz originally was decidedly low-brow and provincial. In those days, there was something unsavory about a woman being gripped in a man's embrace while whirling around the dance floor.  Join Emily Bailey on Mondays at 6:30.  $10 per person FREE to Charter members. This is a Novice class.

Faith Based Dance Class 7:30-8:30 Monday from January 16th-March 26th we will be teaching a dance series doing 3 weeks of Slow Dance, 4 weeks of Waltz and 4 weeks of East Coast Swing. We want to make it an environment for singles or couples who are passionate about Christ! We will begin each class with someone sharing a quick Bible verse, prayer, and then the rest is dancing!  It will be a night of fun, fellowship and dancing, so help us spread the word!  All you have to do is show up Monday, no pre-registration required. Come prepared to meet new people, learn to dance,and fellowship among fellow believers. The class is $50 per person for the whole 12 weeks, that's less than $5 a class!

Tuesday Classes:

Foxtrot 6:30-7:30  It is often said that Foxtrot took its name from its inventor, the vaudeville actor Harry Fox; however the exact origins are unclear. The dance was premiered in 1914, quickly catching the eye of the talented husband and wife duo Vernon and Irene Castle, who lent the dance its signature grace and style. At its inception, the Foxtrot was originally danced to ragtime. Today, the dance is customarily accompanied by the same big band music to which swing is also danced. Over time, the Foxtrot split into slow (Foxtrot) and quick (Quickstep) verisons. In the slow category, further distinctions exist between the International or English style of the Foxtrot and the continuity American style, both built around a slow-quick-quick rhythm at the slowest tempo, and the social American style using a slow-slow-quick rhythm at a somewhat faster pace. Come join Curt and Wendy Johnson for this  Beginner class. Cost $5 per person. Advanced Class is at 7:30-8:30


Wednesday Classes:

Pilates Class 5:20 to 6:20 A Pilates mat class teaching a method of exercise and movement designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body will be starting at Bailey Dance Studio. An exercise mat (approx. ½" thick) will be needed for this progression of essential Pilates exercises that challenge you to develop improved core control. The earliest American students of "Body Contrology" were professional dancers who would seek the help of Joseph Pilates to recover from and prevent injury. From there the exercises grew in popularity and became known as Pilates. Experience how Pilates can help to build strength, prevent injury and improve flexibility while enhancing all activities of one's life.  Join Rita Ciamaichela for Pilates every Wednesday.  $7 per person. Free to Charter members.

West Coast Swing 6:30 to 8:30 WCS is considered by many swing dancer to be the cooler more sophisticated type of swing dance.  Unlike other types of swing, WCS moves in a narrow linear pattern called a slot.  It can be danced to many types of music such as jazz, blues and modern day pop music.  It is a very smooth sensual dance showcasing the lady. Join Chris and Emily Bailey to learn the latest WCS patterns and connections.  Beginner class from 6:30 to 7:30 cost $10 per person.  Novice class from 6:30 to 7:30 cost $10 per person.  Intermediate class from 7:30 to 8:30 cost $10 per person.

Free WCS Party from 8:30 to 9:30 open to everyone!!!

Thursday Classes:

Zumba Class 5:20 to 6:20 What is Zumba® Toning? It's an exciting, Latin inspired, tone while you dance fitness program! This is the original dance-fitness class taken to the next level. ZUMBA® Toning is an innovative muscle training program with the addition of light weight toning sticks. You may purchase 1 lb, sand filled toning sticks, which are very similar to maracas, or you may rent them for $2 per class. Another option is to bring your own dumbbells (no heavier than 2 ½ lbs please) In a relatively short period of time, this challenging workout helps in building coordination and muscle endurance. Now that you've worked on your lower body rhythm, it's time to perfect the upper body! The exciting Zumba® Toning program is designed to offer the participant a safe, yet effective total body toning workout! This class is open to everyone, no previous dance or ZUMBA® class experience necessary.

Nightclub Two Step 6:30 to 7:30 Nightclub Two Step is a beautiful romantic slow dance. It is one of the most popular forms of contemporary social dance in the United States that is typically danced to med-tempo ballars.  Join Emily Bailey to learn the latest Nightclub Two Step patterns and connections.  This is a beginner class cost $10 per person.

Core Dance Drills 101 Class 6:30 to 7:30 This class if focused on dance drills and technique that will improve both individual dancing and partnering skills.  In this class you will do individual drills in the following areas:  Latin Motion, Waltz (Rise and Fall, Swing and Sway) turn technique visiting pivots, chaines and shaped turns, and lilt (the motion used in Polka).  This class will help you obtain speed, balance, body awareness and control. Join Chris on Thursday evenings and improve your core strength, balance and posture. $10 per person.