WHITEFISH COMMUNITY CENTER
A Gathering Place for the people of Whitefish, Montana
SCHEDULE
🗓 Fridays
Beginner Class
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Intermediate Class
7:15 – 8:15 PM
📆 March 13 - May 15, 2026
COST
$5.00 per person
No membership required.
INSTRUCTOR
Meet Debo
Debo is a retired public-school teacher and principal and a union member in the Montana Federation of Public Employees. She has competed on a national level in dance competitions and has taught dance classes for many years.
RESOURCES
Learn to Dance with Debo Powers
Description
Build Confidence. Have Fun. Join a Dance Community.
Enjoy progressive dance instruction designed to help you learn step-by-step—whether you’re brand new or ready to refine your skills.
Dance Series Schedule
Fourth Series: April 17. April 24, May 1, May 8, May 15
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Two Step and West Coast Swing
How the Classes Work
Classes are taught in series. Each week builds on the last, allowing dancers to develop timing, technique, and muscle memory. After each series, a new set of dances begins.
Beginner Class – Drop In Anytime
Perfect for new dancers or anyone wanting to strengthen their basics.
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Learn basic steps and timing
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Lots of repetition to build confidence
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Most beginners need 4 weeks or more to feel comfortable
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Many dancers repeat the beginner series before moving up
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You may join the beginner class at any point during a series.
Intermediate Class - Builds week-to-week
For dancers comfortable with the basic steps of a particular dance.
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Builds week-to-week with new patterns and skills
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Missing a class won’t put you too far behind but the class does not wait
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Intermediate dancers are encouraged to also attend the beginner class to strengthen fundamentals and help newer dancers
No Partner Needed!
Come with or without a dance partner.
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Learning to lead and follow works best when dancing with many people
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Partners rotate during class so everyone gets to dance
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Couples may stay together if they prefer
Age participation:
Come dance, learn, and have fun!
✔ Beginners
✔ Experienced dancers
✔ Singles & couples
Please note: This class is geared toward adults, especially since the dances being learned are partner based. However, mature teenagers are welcome.
Attire Recommendations:
No formal or dancewear is required to attend this class—comfortable clothes that allow you to move freely are perfectly fine. Jeans and t-shirts are welcome! Comfortable, supportive shoes are recommended. Of course, if you want to dress up, that’s just fine too!
