In-Person Dancing is Limited, Due to COVID-19.
Dance in Your Home at www.dancewithjanet.com/virtual
BEGINNER 1 LINE DANCE CLASSES
Entry Level Patterns, No Experience Necessary
Beginner 1 Classes are perfect if you are just starting out. Patterns are basic and easy to memorize.
Cupid Shuffle & Electric Slide are great examples of Beginner 1 dances.
Mask Policy
Mask are required in any common areas of a building (as in, when entering & exiting), but are optional once in the classroom while dancing. However, BLOOMINGDALE & WHEATON PARK DISTRICT requires a mask be worn the entire time in all of their facilities, even while dancing.
Day: | Where: | Class Dates: | Class Times: | No Class: |
Monday | Virtual Class – Elgin Senior Center | Weekly | 10:00 – 11:00 am | |
Monday | Wheaton | 2/22 – 3/29 | 5:30 – 6:45 pm | |
Monday | Wheaton | 4/19 – 5/24 | 5:30 – 6:45 pm | |
Tuesday | Wheaton | 1/5 – 2/9 | 6:45 – 8:00 pm | |
Tuesday | Wheaton | 2/23 – 3/30 | 6:45 – 8:00 pm | |
Tuesday | Wheaton | 4/20 – 5/25 | 6:45 – 8:00 pm | |
Tuesday | Virtual – Learn From Home! | 2/23 – 3/30 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm | |
Tuesday | Virtual – Learn From Home! | 4/13 – 5/18 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm | |
Wednesday | Itasca | 2/24 – 3/31 | 10:00 – 11:15 am | |
Wednesday | Wheaton | 2/24 – 3/31 | 6:30 – 7:45 pm | |
Wednesday | Wheaton | 4/21 – 5/26 | 6:30 – 7:45 pm | |
Wednesday | Bloomingdale | 3/10 – 4/14 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm | |
Wednesday | Bloomingdale | 4/21 – 5/26 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm | |
Thursday | Hoffman Estates | 2/25 – 4/1 | 2:00 – 3:15 pm | |
Thursday | Darien | 2/25 – 4/1 | 6:15 – 7:30 pm | |
Thursday | Itasca | 2/25 – 4/1 | 6:30 – 7:45 pm | |
Thursday | Butterfield | 2/25 – 4/1 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm | |
Thursday | Butterfield | 4/15 – 5/20 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm | |
Thursday | Butterfield | 7/8 – 8/12 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm |
***NEW CLASS SESSIONS START EVERY 6 WEEKS***
***Classes run about $50/person for a 6 week session depending on residency.
Please click on the location below that you are considering for exact pricing.***
WHERE CLASSES ARE HELD:
Pre-registration is required for Park District classes. When browsing, the dance classes will be listed in the Adult Brochure under Recreation or Continuing Education. I hope to see you in a class soon!
21W730 Butterfield Rd, Lombard, 60148
172 S Circle Ave, Bloomingdale, 60108
7301 Fairview Ave, Darien, 60561
22 S 2nd St, Geneva, 60134
250 Civic Center Plaza, Glendale Heights, 60139
240 Route 59, Bartlett, 60103
1685 W Higgins Rd, Hoffman Estates, 60169
350 E Irving Park Rd, Itasca, 60143
3S260 Warren Ave, Warrenville, 60555
201 W National St, West Chicago, 60185
Community Center – 1777 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, 60189 (Tuesday & Wednesday 6:30 pm Line Dance & Thursday Couples Class)
Mary Lubko Center – 208 W. Union Ave, Wheaton, 60187 (Monday & Wednesday 5:30 pm & 7:00 pm Classes)
0N731 Papworth St, Wheaton, 60187
Experience Beginner 1 Level Dances
“DIRTY DOZEN” LINE DANCES:
The dances below will always be available to you, as they represent The Standards (The Dirty Dozen).
These dances seem to be played regularly at every Chicagoland dance venue.
Dance | Level | Step Sheet | Video |
Baby Likes To Rock It | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Boot Scootin’ Boogie | Beg. 1 | Step Sheet | Video |
County Line Cha Cha | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Cruisin’ | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Electric Slide | Beg. 1 | Step Sheet | Video |
Reggae Cowboy | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Skip | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Slappin’ Leather | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Thunderfoot | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Tush Push | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Waltz Across Texas | Beg. 1 | Step Sheet | Video |
Watermelon Crawl | Beg. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
Fake ID (from the movie, Footloose) | Int. 2 | Step Sheet | Video |
What People Have Said:
“You are a wonderful dance teacher and make me laugh. I am so thankful I happened upon you and your class. You are the best!” -Cathy B.
“You have opened my world and changed my life in such a profound way Janet. Dancing with you fills my heart with joy. Thanks for sharing your passion with me!” -Meg M.
“I attended last Monday’s class in Wheaton and LOVED it. What a gift you have for making people feel welcome and capable – just what I needed.” -Robyne R.
“Thanks for the great lesson Wednesday night. I look forward to coming every week.” -Terry J.
Last Updated: January 11, 2021