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All levels covered: from new beginners to very advanced, and No Partner needed!

Above: Chevy Chase Baptist Church. Enter through this corner door, at the intersection of Belt Rd NW and Northampton St NW.

1. Weekly Saturday Dance Classes—
Yes! We’re OPEN 11/29, the Saturday After Thanksgiving.
That day, we will start with a 60 minute class and then we’ll have all social dancing… Join us!

Some of us go out for coffee or a bite to eat afterwards and everyone is welcome!

Join us to laugh, make friends, learn cool moves, and create a dance community. Dress comfortably. Watch some class videos: youtu.be/zfLsUVyMLo8, youtu.be/ZHfJbGBA7t0, and youtu.be/nLgHSvVS_Zo.

(Halloween-friendly class on Nov. 1—come in a costume!)

5 blocks from Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line), one block from Chevy Chase Circle, and on the route of several bus lines. For public transit directions, click here.

Pre-Register for Class

2. Barb’s Recent Books

a. Dance Guidebook

In November of 2024, Danceintime’s director, Barb Bernstein, published a book titled, “Salsa Dancing & Rueda de Casino Guidebook for Beginner to Advanced Dancers: Steps, Styling, Technique, Latin Rhythms, Humor & Anecdotes” It’s a “genre blender”—part textbook, part memoir, and part coffee table book that’s fun to browse! The Guidebook is available in kindle, paperback and hardback formats!

One Amazon reviewer summarized the book this way:
“Drawing on decades of teaching experience, Barbara has distilled her knowledge into a clear, engaging read that’s perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers alike. The book covers everything from basic steps to the cultural roots of salsa, with links to videos for easy practice. Her warmth and expertise shine through, making it both fun and inspiring to read. If you’ve ever wanted to learn salsa or deepen your connection to Cuban dance, this book is a must-have!”

Available at Amazon
Book Website: salsacasinorueda.com

b. Children’s Book

In addition, Barb also recently published a very funny and engaging book for children ages 5 to 13. To see some sample pages and learn more details, visit Wiseoldowlbooks.com. It’s available at Amazon.

3. Danceintime Interview & Performance on Good Morning Washington!!

On June 12, some of the Danceintime crew brought the joy of Rueda de Casino to this popular show on Channel 7 (ABC), and Barb was interviewed about her guidebook. Watch the video. (This WJLA link doesn’t always work but if you check it again, it may work another time…and there is an article at the link even if the video doesn’t run.)

4. Bossa Classes

A live Salsa band performs downstairs every Saturday around 10:30 pm and another live band generally performs on Fridays. The Bossa Bistro online calendar online has a complete list of their dance classes and music events.

5. DIT T-Shirt

Go to this link to buy a DanceInTime T-shirt in varied colors and styles, as well as water bottles and bandanas with the DIT logo.  

6. Mambo Fridays at Bryant Street Market

This event, generally the second Friday of the month, is run by Chika Sugiyama. It begins with a dance lesson at 7:45 pm, followed by social dancing till midnight. The next event is Dec. 12, and the Danceintime will be performing.
$15/person at the door
Location: 680 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington DC 20002

7. American University Class for Credit

The Health Studies Department offers a one-credit Salsa class (HFIT 170) to registered students at American University in the fall semester. Contact the university for registration details. (Watch this video to see what past AU students learned!)

8. Humor & Videos

a. This fabulous Cuban documentary youtu.be/AQIRxyNkeU4 produced by Eric Johnson and Sarita Streng is about Rueda de Casino and its role in Cuban culture. Don’t miss it!!
b. Watch a performance at Danceintime event: youtu.be/AkyVd7jKhsU.
c. Watch the fast and fancy footwork of Yanek Reveilla, arguably the most famous Cuban dancer in the world: youtu.be/iB55wW0Q8wM. Video from a workshop Yanek recently taught at a Danceintime class is here: youtu.be/u1GkMU6n1F8
d. This is a cool rhythm clapping routine: youtu.be/IDvIo_LRIZ4
e. This funny video shows a series of popular line dances—youtube.com/shorts/YKkCIxCLaeU
f. Check out these hilarious videos of children’s dance class recitals: youtu.be/ynR1XmQruoo and youtube.com/shorts/Bw392gB7b8k.
g. One of my favorite dance videos: youtu.be/hcV6L9tBPw0 (Incredible speed, skill, and accuracy!)
h. DIT arranged entertainment for Annapolis Latin Dance Nights at the Dock. Watch the fun: youtu.be/BK5cbOsmVwk
i. Danceintime friend Nancy Salsa interviewed Barb about the dance book she recently published: youtu.be/1_7aWZG2tcw.

9. Get On The Mailing List

To get information about Danceintime’s plans and events, join our mailing list.

10. International Dance Events

There has been a lot of interest lately in dance festivals and Congresses out of town—many in other countries. To see when & where these are scheduled, visit: yatusabes.blog/travel

11. Free Silver Spring Salsa Night Under the Stars

Ashu Mola (AM Salsa), Barbara Bernstein (Danceintime), and DJ Danilo Johnson join forces for a Social Dance evening under the Veterans Plaza Pavilion in the spring and summer. Sponsored by Silver Spring Town Center, Inc. Watch the fun: youtu.be/-I-v8EoSxeU. The dates for next year’s dances will be posted here when they are set.

12. Wisdom for Students (studying anything!)

These words are a great lesson for all students to keep in mind:
“I've missed more than 9,000 shots in my career.  
I’ve lost almost 300 games.
Twenty-six times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed.
I’ve failed over and over again in my life.
And that is why I succeed.”

—Michael Jordan

“If you aren’t dancing, you are wasting your feet!!"
So—see you on the dance floor!!

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