PBD Adult Programs
Adult Academy Classes
Classes are taught in a 4-week rotation. Each 4-week session is $60/month, or $20/class for drop-ins.
Beginning
- Instructor: Alex Olivares
- Wednesdays 7:30-8:30pm or Fridays 7-8:00pm
- For new students who have little or no ballroom dance experience. The perfect place to start.
- Drop-ins are $20/class.
Intermediate
- Instructor: Alex Olivares
- Wednesdays 8:30-9:30pm
- For dancers ready to move up to the next level and expand upon their skill and knowledge.
- Includes one weekly group class.
- Drop-ins are $20/class.
Int/Advanced
Saturdays 7:30-8:30pm- Instructor: Alex Olivares
- For dancers ready to move up to the next level and expand upon their skill and knowledge.
- Includes one weekly group class.
- Drop-ins are $20/class.
Latin Drills
Saturdays 12:00-1:00pm- Instructor: Alex Olivares
- A technique class focusing on the foundational skills found in the latin style dances.
- Includes one weekly group class.
- Drop-ins are $20/class.
Intermediate
Fridays 8:00-9:00pm- Instructor: Alex Olivares
- For dancers ready to move up to the next level and expand upon their skill and knowledge.
- Includes one weekly group class.
- Drop-ins are $20/class.
WEDNESDAYS
September
Starting 9/1
7:30PM – BEG – American Cha Cha
8:30PM – INT – American Viennese Waltz
October
Starting 9/29
7:30PM – BEG – American Waltz
8:30PM – INT – American Cha Cha
November
Starting 10/27
7:30PM – BEG – American Rumba
8:30PM – INT – American Waltz
December
Starting 12/01
7:30PM – BEG – American Foxtrot
8:30PM – INT – American Rumba
THURSDAYS
September
Starting 9/2
8:00PM – Latin Class
Salsa/Bachata/Merengue
9:00PM – Latin Nights Social
October
Starting 9/30
8:00PM – Latin Class
Salsa/Bachata/Merengue
9:00PM – Latin Nights Social
November
No Classes Held
December
No Classes Held
FRIDAYS
September
Starting 9/3
7:00PM – BEG – West Coast Swing
8:00PM – INT – American Foxtrot
October
Starting 10/01
7:00PM – BEG – American Tango
8:00PM – INT – West Coast Swing
November
Starting 10/29
7:30pm Latin Class
Salsa/Bachata/Merengue
8:30PM – Latin Nights Social
December
Starting 12/03
7:30pm Latin Class
Salsa/Bachata/Merengue
8:30PM – Latin Nights Social
SATURDAYS
September
Starting 9/4
12:00PM – Latin Drills
7:30PM – INT & ADV – American Waltz & Cha Cha
October
Starting 10/2
7:30PM – INT & ADV – American Foxtrot & East Coast Swing
November
Starting 11/6
6:30PM – BEG – Samba
7:30PM – INT – American Tango
December
No Classes Held
DANCES & EVENTS
LATIN NIGHTS
Thursdays from 9:00-10:30 PM • $10/Person
Latin Nights Schedule
- September 2nd @ Samba
- September 9th @ Bolero
- September 16th @ American Rumba
- September 23rd @ Bachata
- September 30th – No Social (Seattle Star Ball)
- October 7th @ Cha Cha
- October 14th @ Merengue
- October 21st @ International Rumba
- October 28th @ Samba
- November 3rd @ Bolero
- November 10th @ American Rumba
- November 17th @ Bachata
- November 24th – No Social (Holiday Break)
- December 1st @ Cha Cha
- December 8th @ Merengue
- December 15th @ International Rumba
- December 22nd @ Samba
- December 29th – No Social (Holiday Break)
SHALL WE DANCE
Saturdays from 8:30-10:00 PM • $10/Person
Shall We Dance Socials Schedule
- September 4th @ American Tango
- September 11th @ American Foxtrot
- September 18th @ Hustle
- September 25th @ American Rumba
- October 2nd – No Social (Seattle Star Ball)
- October 9th @ American Waltz
- October 16th @ Single Time Swing
- October 23rd – No Social (Fall Showcase)
- October 30th @ Cha Cha
- November 6th @ American Foxtrot
- November 13th @ Hustle
- November 20th @ American Tango
- November 27th – No Social (Holiday Break)
- December 4th – No Social (Winter Concert)
- December 11th @ American Waltz
- December 18th – No Social (Adult Showcase)
- December 25th – No Social (Holiday Break)
FREE WORKSHOPS
Free Workshops Schedule
- October 10th @ 6:30 pm: Tango
- November 6 @ 5:30 pm: Samba
SPECIAL EVENTS
ADULT FORMATION TEAMS
COUPLES TEAM
Mondays from 7:30-9:30PM
Starting on August 16
LADIES TEAM
Saturdays from 10:00AM-12:00PM
Starting on August 21
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Adult ProgramHow do your classes work?
Our classes are taught as a series of four sessions to maximize your exposure to each specific style of dance.
How much are your classes?
We have two options for you. Either drop in on any class for $20/class (depends on space availability) or purchase a One Month Pass for $60 (4 sessions for that calendar month).
Do your classes rollover?
No, the credits for our classes do not rollover. If you have to miss a class, we can record the material taught during the class, and we can give you access to the video. or you can simply attend any of the classes that month.
What if a class is cancelled due to weather?
We will add a credit to your account that can be applied to future classes.
Do you have a minimum enrollment for each class?
Yes, in order to hold class, we need at least 6 students enrolled. At the beginning of each month, please stop by the front desk and let them know what class or classes you will be taking that month. Classes with low enrollment are subject to cancellation.
Can I come to class as an assistant?
Yes, but only when requested by the instructor.
Can I bring a friend to the class?
Yes! And if that friend is brand new to Pacific Ballroom Dance, you both get a FREE class.
Is there a special for new students?
Yes, all new students can try their first class for FREE.
Do you have a season pass?
No, we currently don’t offer a season pass.
Do you have social dances every week?
Yes, we are currently hosting Latin nights on Thursdays and Shall We Dance events on Saturdays. Both events are from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. They include a 30-minute complementary lesson followed by 60 minutes of open practice.
What is the difference between Latin Night and Shall We Dance events?
Their format is identical, but the main difference is in the variety of music that will be played. During Latin night (Thursdays) you can expect to dance salsa, bachata, merengue, rumba, samba, cumbia, cha cha, and bolero. During Shall We Dance night (Saturdays) you can expect to dance to a variety of ballroom, Latin, west coast swing, and country & western tunes.