It Don’t Mean A Thing, If It Ain’t Got That Swing

Join us for a Special Swing Workshop and Practice Party on Thursday, January 26th. Workshop begins at 6:45 pm, Mike will teach a fun Swing combo for all levels of dancers. Immediately following, at 7:30 pm will be our Swing Theme Practice Party.20101212_Dance Station Holiday Showcase Dec 10_326

Enjoy an evening of fun Swing rhythms as well as a few of your favorite Ballroom and Latin numbers sprinkled in. Workshop is just $5 for members and Workshop and Party is $10 for guests. Bring a friend and Swing the night away.

Celebrate 100 Years of New Mexico Statehood

nunst052Our first Practice Party  of 2012 on January 5th at 7:30 pm will not only kick off the new year for Dance Station but will also be a celebration of New Mexico and our Statehood Centennial.nmstateseal-web

On January 6, 1912 New Mexico was admitted as the 47th state of the United States. In celebration we will host our New Mexico Theme Party, we will feature Special New Mexico Treats, like Bischochitos, the state cookie, and New Mexico Theme Music. Be sure to wear your official state tie, the bolo or anything else that reflects our eclectic and magical history. Enjoy an evening of dance with your Dance Station Family and start 2012 with Dance.

Dance In 2012 at New Year’s Eve Ball

new-years-eve-ball-flyer If you’re tired of spending your New Year’s Eve at an overpriced club with an overcrowded dance floor, we have the ideal solution for you: The New Year’s Eve Ball at Dance Station.

Come enjoy an full evening of great ballroom, Latin, swing and other favorite dance music on Santa Fe’s best dance floor with your Dance Station friends. We’ll have hors d’oeuvre, drinks and silly hats. Doors open at 9 p.m., and we’ll be laying down the tunes until 1 a.m. 

Admission is $20 a person in advance and $25 at the door. For information or to get your advance tickets, please call Doug McClellan at (505) 660-9957 or email Doug at mcclellan.doug@gmail.com. You can download a copy of the flyer here. Many thanks to Lawrence for offering us the use of the space, and we look forward to seeing you on New Year’s Eve!

Holiday Hours at Dance Station

Holidays are upon us and Dance Station will be closed in observance. The last day for classes and lessons in 2011 will be Wednesday, December 21st. We open for 2012 on Monday, January 2nd.img_0090

All group courses will begin the week of January 2nd, including the new West Coast Swing 1 class with Mike on Mondays at 7pm.

nutcracker-brand-x-picturesOur first Practice Party of the year will be on Thursday, January 5th at 7:30 pm and will celebrate 100 years of New Mexico Statehood. The evening will feature music with a New Mexico theme, special local treats and as always great dancing.

Tom Hicks – Visiting Coach

Dance Station is excited to welcome Tom Hicks for a special coaching visit on Sunday and Monday, December 18 and 19. Tom is visiting from Los Angeles where he owns and operates Regency Ballroom. Tom is a former Latin Finalist and extraordinary coach for all styles of dance. dsc01259

Tom is teaching a special workshop on Sunday, December 18th at 2 pm, “Paso Doble Fundamentals”. A great opportunity to work with an exceptional coach and learn about this dramatic and exciting dance. Workshop is just $20 per person. Tom is also available for private coaching lessons. Contact the front desk at 505-989-9788 to register.tom-hicks-and-vyonne-co

Holiday Potluck Practice Party

dsc02064Join us in Dance Station’s final 2011 celebration. Bring a friend and a favorite dish to our annual Holiday Potluck Practice Party on Thursday, December 15th at 7:30 pm.

We will celebrate the year and the holiday season with shared time and treats, and of course, with dancing! Great times, music and dancing await everyone in the Dance Station family. Event is free to all, mark your calendar and join us for a dance-filled evening.20101212_Dance Station Holiday Showcase Dec 10_602

Holiday Showcase and Tea Dance Party

 20101212_Dance Station Holiday Showcase Dec 10_520Join your Dance Station friends for our annual Holiday Showcase and Tea Dance on Sunday, December 11th at 3:00 pm.

This event will feature something for everyone, entertaining student performances, many with a holiday theme and ample social dancing. Register to win fantastic door prizes and share some holiday cheer.20101212_Dance Station Holiday Showcase Dec 10_326

A number of students will demonstrate their current work with their teachers or student partners.  There will also be many breaks for the audience to enjoy their own dancing to a variety of rhythms. Admission is just $5 per person20101212_Dance Station Holiday Showcase Dec 10_542