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
📆 February 6 – 27, 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
First 4-Week Series: January 2, January 9, January 23, January 30
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Two Step
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East Coast Swing
Second 4-Week Series: February 6, February 13, February 20, February 27
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Waltz
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West Coast Swing
How the Classes Work
Classes are taught in 4-week series, with two dances per 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!
