Dance Hall Events.
Social Ballroom Dances
Friday Night Dances:
Ron and Frank host Friday Night Dances twice a month. Ron teaches a short 30 minute lesson prior to the dance on one of the classic ballroom dances (Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, American Tango, East Coast Swing or Cha-Cha) from 6:30 to 7:00 pm.
The dance starts at 7:00pm with a set of music that supports the lesson. The rest of evening the playlist contains classic ballroom rhythms as well as West Coast Swing, Argentine Tango, Salsa and Samba.
6:30 - 7:00 pm, Ron’s Lesson
7:00 - 9:30 pm, Ballroom Dance
Cost: $15 per person
Check the Current Calendar for dates and Details
Please help keep the floor clean by bringing clean shoes to change into.
Saturday Night Social Dances
Saturday Night Ballroom/Social Dances are held twice a month. Unlike the Friday Night Dances, these dances are umbrella dances in which the entire dance community is invited to participate. Line dancers join ballroom dancers at this fun dance. Line dancers use the center of the floor, as the ballroom dancers follow line of dance around them.
The energy is high, and the music is, of course. contemporary ballroom with a twist ( literally ) or two and sways added to spice up the fun.
Frank hosts the Saturday Night Dances. The class before the dance features patterns and techniques for various ballroom dances, or Peter Dryden or Annette Sweeney will make a guest appearance and teach a popular line dance before the dance.
6:30 - 7:00 pm, Frank or Peter teach a lesson
7:00 - 9:30 pm, Ballroom Social Dance
Cost: $15 per person
Please help keep the floor clean by bringing clean shoes to change into.
Check the calendar for dates and details.
Line Dance Classes
Wednesday Night
Dance the Line
Jennifer Hanson brings her Dance the Line, Country Line Dance Class every Wednesday evening. This is a boot-stomping good time! If you are new, just stop by. You will be welcomed. It is easy to learn if you get in the middle in the front row. That way, you can start by learning the dance from Jennifer, and when you change walls, there will be another experienced dancer in front of you.
6 - 7:30 pm, Beginner Level
7:30 - 9 pm, Intermediate Level
Cost: $10 per person for both sessions.
Please help keep the floor clean by bringing clean shoes to change into. The most current details are on the Current Calendar.
Saturday Afternoon Contemporary Line Dances:
Peter Dryden leads this class with lively contemporary music and fun choreography. His class will take you from Absolute Beginner to Beginner level dances from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, and from 3:00 to 4:00 pm, Peter moves the class to more advanced level dances. Great fun and wonderful exercise! This is a welcoming community and a great place to learn to line dance!
Cost: $10 per person for both sessions.
Please help keep the floor clean by bringing clean shoes to change into. Stay informed about current events and activities happening at the dance hall, as well as weather-related closures, through the Fox Run Calendar.
Adult Fitness Classes
Sunday Adult Ballet Classes
Adult Ballet for Exercise with Jewel Beth Davis is an adult class that introduces learners to the joy of ballet as exercise, art form and movement system. Some of the many results are grace,strength,balance and improved posture and confidence. Students who persevere discover the potential of there bodies as works of art. This class will include barre,center and floor exercises, based on Vaganova Technique. Focus is on body placement, musicality, strength, and flexibility. Please wear form-fitting clothes or yoga wear and ballet slippers.
Sunday Morning 11:30am - 12:45pm
Cost $60 per 4-week session
For more information call Jewel 978-239-4500
Thursday -Fit Over 50
We’ll learn low impact moderately paced cardio routines and light strength training combinations… All set to music of bygone eras. No experience necessary.
Visit for more details.
Thursdays 10am – 11am
Sunday Morning - Primal Dance:
I am focused on offering spaces to get curious about where movement emerges from & connecting with the innerness that moves us in spontaneous ways...
-If you've never explored this kind of movement before...welcome. There is no skill set required...only curiosity about your body ;)
-Primal Dance is an invitation to awaken and connect to your inner intuitive knowing and move from your cellular consciousness…
-We will co-create a receptive container and then I will guide a 20-30 minute somatic exploration to drop into the body.
-Then, free-form movement to a themed playlist & moments of quiet (dance to the rhythm of the cosmos)
-Finally we'll gather in a closing circle. We have until 11:15 to be out of the space, so there is spaciousness at the end for integration and support.
-The only thing you need to bring is a water bottle and layered clothes.
-You can pay upon arrival with cash or venmo.
-If you know anyone who wants to develop a spiritual practice fully connected to the inner cosmos of their body, please share this page ;)
-For further details please see surrenderinmotion.com/events
With Innocence & Curiosity,
Jodi
Hula Hoop with SJ
BIO: SARA JANE MERTZIC
Hi, I’m SJ! I started smART CIRCLES to create a community where feeling good about yourself is the norm. I believe this can be achieved through movement, self-love and trying new things.
I am a Certified Hula Hoop Instructor and make all of my own hoops. I believe in colorful wellness; the embodiment of whole self-love-expression. Energy creates energy and there is no better way to keep that spinning than to share what has continued to bring me joy over the past two decades - the hula hoop.
When I’m not with family or volunteering, you can find me cleaning chemical free or vibing outside with nature.
HULA HOOPING ADULT BEGINNER CLASS
Are you ready to find your inner child and play while sneaking in some exercise? Come learn to hula hoop with us! Hula hooping gets your endorphins flowing and spirits up while moving the entire body and engaging the brain.
Think you can’t hoop? Think again, the bigger the hoop the easier it is! In this 6 week beginner course you will learn waist hooping, basic off body moves and combinations. Handmade adult sized hula hoops will be provided for class and also available for purchase. Please bring a water.
$18 drop in fee or sign up for 6 classes for $90
Thursday 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Details of the current set of lessons can be found on the Current Calendar
Group Dance Lessons
Lessons with Ron Gursky
Ron teaches all styles of Ballroom Dance. The level of instruction is Advanced, Silver, Continuity Style, International …… but most important is it is just plan fun.
Tuesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Details of the current set of lessons can be found on the Current Calendar
Ron also teaches a group lesson before the 1st and 3rd Friday evening Social Dance 6:30pm to 7:00pm
Lessons with Polina
Polina Kirillova started ballroom dancing and participating in competitions throughout Ukraine and Russia in both Ballroom and Latin. She later moved to the United States where she continued to compete professionally in Ballroom and Latin before opening Ballroom Dance Portland.
Dancing is her passion and when sharing this art with her students, the subtle elements of correct form, posture, styling and rhythm are all taught with the utmost care. Understanding that every body is different- the way people stand, move and feel the music, Polina strives to understand this about the students and instructs them to be able bring out their ability to the highest possible level while making her lessons fun and enjoyable for everyone.
She teaches all four disciplines (Ballroom, Latin, Smooth and Rhythm) from beginning to award-winning competitive level.
Beginner Ballroom Level 2 Thursdays 5:30-6:15
Beginner BallroomThursdays 6:30-7:15
Details of the current set of lessons can be found on the Current Calendar
Lessons with Sergei
Sergei Slussky teaches all 4 styles of competitive and social American & International Ballroom and Latin Dance – Standard, Latin, Smooth and Rhythm, including Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Salsa Los Angelos, Kizomba & Lindy Hop – from absolute beginner to advanced level, group classes and private
lessons – at Fox Run Dance Hall – to singles, couples & groups.
On Sunday afternoon Sergei will teach:
1:00 to 2:00pm Ballroom Basics I and II (Waltz, Foxtrot, East Coast Swing, Tango, Cha-Cha)
2:00 to 3:00 pm Latin Basics I and II (Salsa, Bachata, Rumba)
Details of the current set of lessons can be found on the Current Calendar
Private Dance Lessons
Private dance lessons, practicing and asking someone to dance are the fastest way to learn how to soar.
Contact: Frank Markgren at FoxRunDanceNH+Frank@Gmail.com to discuss your desire to improve your dance.
Wedding Dance Preparation
Capture the moment of the first dance in style!
Brides ~ Grooms ~ Mothers ~ Fathers ~ Guests
Wedding dances are one of our specialties!
We will partner with you to create a beautiful and memorable dance.
For more information, contact: Frank Markgren at FoxRunDanceNH+Frank@Gmail.com.
A few tips to keep in mind,
Picking the Song
Your wedding dance song is unique to you and your special day. Traditional slow songs, fast swing tunes or a sultry Latin vibe can all work, If you need help picking a song, we can make a few recommendations. In your email note send a few songs you like and we can gain a good understanding of what dance style would match your music.
After the song is agreed upon, your instructor will determine which dance style is best suited for your music and he/she will begin to choreograph the steps. You’ll not only receive choreographed instruction, but also essential pieces that add finesse to the event such as; how to lead a bride onto the dance floor, taking the “dance hold”, punctuating movements with style, picture perfect dips, graceful endings, and a proper escort off the floor.
Planning Lesson Time
It's a good idea to start lessons at least two months prior to the wedding day. Typically, 5-6 lessons will give you a lovely dance sure to wow your guests. You’ll also need to plan home practice time. We recommend at least one hour of practice for each lesson.
If you've left this for the last minute, we can arrange emergency sessions for you! We realize the many demands on your time in the days before a wedding, so we can keep it simple and fun!
Family and Friends
We welcome parents, family, and friends to learn to dance for your special occasion. Father/Daughter, Mother/Son, and Mother/Daughter dances can also be unique and memorable. All are welcome to take either group classes or private lessons. We can also arrange semi-private classes for a group.
Contact: Frank Markgren at FoxRunDanceNH+Frank@Gmail.com to discuss your plans for the perfect first dance.
Private Events
Private events can be held at the Fox Run Dance Hall.
5000 Square Foot Dance Hall
Plenty of Free Parking Sound System with Blue Tooth for your play lists. Dance Instructor(s) for party activities. Learn Club Moves, Ballroom, Swing and Line Dances. Photo Backdrop with Ring Light, perfect for Balloon Arch. Electric Balloon Inflator Private Dressing Rooms Tables, Chairs and Tablecloths On Site Support Options for Catering
Contact Frank for more information FoxRunDanceNH+Frank@gmail.com
New Classes
Sunday Morning Yoga with Brett Starts
New Class starts Sundays 9:00am to 10:30am
Brett Maryann Wulfson teaches Yoga. She got her yoga certification in 2013 on Maui, and has been teaching ever since across the country! Her personal teaching style is a hybrid flow style that is easily accessible and yields great benefits for the body, mind and spirit. Cost: $20 drop-in rate, buy 6 class pass for $90 Please bring your own yoga mat and clean shoes/socks/bare feet to change into for yoga.
Hula Hoop Classes with S.J. Adult Fitness
Hula Hoop Classes with S.J. an Adult Fitness Class
Are you ready to find your inner child and play while sneaking in some exercise? Come learn to hula hoop with us! Hula hooping gets your endorphins flowing and spirits up while moving the entire body and engaging the brain.
Think you can’t hoop? Think again, the bigger the hoop the easier it is! In this 6 week beginner course you will learn waist hooping, basic off body moves and combinations. Handmade adult sized hula hoops will be provided for class and also available for purchase.