Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center, LLC

Why Hollywood Ballroom is Open for Dancing

As the omicron covid-19 variant spreads, several dances in the Washington DC area have been suspended, but not dances sponsored by Hollywood Ballroom. Why is that?

Because Hollywood Ballroom’s space, air-handling equipment, and policies provide the safest environment possible for indoor dancing.

The Space

Hollywood Ballroom’s dance area of 5500 square feet and twelve-foot ceiling is huge: 66,000 cubic feet of space for dancing alone, not to mention the entry areas, bar space, studio, and restrooms, which adds another 48,000 cubic feet for those areas. Hollywood is not outdoors, but it’s a pretty good simulation of one.

The Equipment

Hollywood’s air-handling equipment constantly sanitizes the air. There are two separate HVAC systems constantly circulating air even when not heating or cooling. Their fans are never turned off. Each system is installed with four, 46-inch Ultra Violet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) tubes that sterilizes airborne bacteria and viruses, including Covid-19. In addition, each system has six, 24×18 inch MERV-13 air filters installed, which are changed every three months. The last change was December 30, 2021. A 1/4 horsepower, roof-mounted fan continuously extracts air from each restroom to the outside. Every table in Hollywood Ballroom has a Purell hand sanitizer pump.

The Policies

Hollywood Ballroom’s policies also discourage the spread of Covid. Every person attending a public dance at Hollywood Ballroom must be vaccinated for Covid-19, and show proof of such. Contact information is retained. Masks are required. Even before Covid, and always, anyone not feeling well is encouraged not to attend. Entrance fees are not collected in advance, eliminating the incentive to attend because a ticket was already purchased.

The Results

No business can guarantee that no one will contract Covid, but given its environment, equipment, and policies, Hollywood Ballroom remains a safe place to dance. That’s why it remains open.

Richard Zierdt, Co-owner
Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center

Square and Ballroom Dancing

Saturday, May 7, 2022

7:30 – 11:30pm

With Caller and DJ Tom Sellner

Hey folks, swing your partner and do-si-do. Let your hair down and come experience a fun evening of square dancing with Tom Sellner. Tom has a lifetime of experience as a Caller, Caller Coach and Square Dance Instructor. Casual dress (but do wear dance or leather soled shoes). No experience, no partner, and no group of eight needed!

7:30 to 9:30pm Square Dancing, with ballroom dancing between Square Dancing sets

9:30 to 11:30pm Ballroom Dancing

This dance is designed for “First Timers”

Square dance ‘tips’ (sessions) are about 15-20 minutes long.

In between these sessions, Tom will be playing about 10 minutes of various ballroom music, allowing a short break with time for dancers to switch in and out of squares if desired, etc.

Tom will also use some dance ‘mixers’ (traditionally called circles).

Everyone had a great time in January!

Come and join us for more fun!

Only $15 pp for the evening!

Vaccination required.

The Best Place to Dance on New Year’s Eve

If you love to dance,

if you love to be able to move around on the dance floor,

then you can’t beat Hollywood Ballroom

for celebrating New Year’s Eve !

Dancing is foremost at Hollywood Ballroom! Dancers at the Ballroom will say there is no better way to usher in 2022 than to dance all night.

“We could crowd in more tables and have more guests,” explains the manager. “But then there wouldn’t be as much room on the dance floor.”

Dancers come back year after year to enjoy the Dinner-Dance that Hollywood Ballroom hosts every New Year’s Eve. It’s a very special evening for them.

Hollywood Ballroom was founded and is owned and managed by ballroom dancers, specifically because they love ballroom dancing. The New Year’s Eve Dinner-Dance is considered the ultimate ballroom dance at Hollywood Ballroom, and everything possible is done to make the dancing and dining experince magic and memorable.

Learn to Dance

New series starts on the first Thursday of every month.

Everyone loves to dance! And learning to dance is easy at Hollywood Ballroom!

Hollywood Ballroom offers an exciting learn to dance program that gets you out on the dance floor quickly.

It’s not expensive. There are no ongoing commitments, no contracts. You’ll learn a skill you will enjoy all your life.

And, very importantly, Hollywood Ballroom offers you a place to dance so you can put your new-found dancing skills into practice.

It’s a great deal!

How does the Learn to Dance program at Hollywood Ballroom work?

We have great instructors. That’s important. You’ll enjoy learning to dance. You’ll learn the correct basics from the start.

We offer group lessons. Let’s be realistic; group lessons keep the cost down.

Once you are on your way to being a star, by all means get private instructions!
But to learn the basics, you can’t beat group lessons.
For a less than $14 per hour, you’ll have access to a fantastic instructor.
You’ll learn the basics of up to four different dances each month.
No partner is required. Come as you are.

The dances are carefully chosen to give you variety so you will get out on the dance floor in record time.

It’s not just about learning steps.

You’ll learn about rhythm and the essence of each dance.
You’ll learn to interact with your partner. You’ll learn to lead and follow.
You’ll learn to be partners during a dance!

You’ll get to know other dancers on the same journey as you.

Dancing is a social experience.
Good company makes a world of difference!

The Ballroom holds social dances all the time.

Every week there is are several Social Ballroom Dances, and a West Coast Swing Dance. Frequently there are Salsa/Bachata Dances and country/line dances. (Most of these dances come with lessons, too!)
You will not only learn to dance, you will have a place to dance and people to dance with, all centered around Hollywood Ballroom, its spacious dancefloor, its many social dances and its friendly dancers.

How do I sign up for the current Learn to Dance series?

That’s easy! CLICK HERE to see details of the very latest series.

Hollywood Ballroom is in Montgomery County, in suburban Silver Spring. Convenient to Howard County, Columbia, Prince Georges County, DC and Baltimore.

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Hollywood Ballroom is also host to dances by Dance Jam Productions and Mr. Mambo’s Salsa/Bachata Socials

New Year’s Eve 2021 At Hollywood Ballroom

Friday, Dec 31, 2021 Doors open 7:00 pm Dance until 2:00 am

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Enjoy a magical night at the Ballroom

Wonderful music for dancing thru the night
Magic to astound you
Wine, champagne, an open bar
Trays of irresistable appetizers
A fabulous dinner and tantalizing desserts
Midnight “Fireworks” to welcome the New Year!

Singles Tables and Dance Hosts
Assigned seating to accommodate your preferences
Limited ticket sales to ensure plenty of room on the dance floor!

Dress is formal: suit & tie or tux for gentlemen and evening attire for ladies

Our partners for this gala event:
Michael Chamberlin, magician
Gary Varano, Hollywood Ballroom’s premier DJ
Putting on the Ritz catering

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Menu

Appetizers

Over-stuffed mushrooms and Boursin cheese puffs

Dinner

Parker House Rolls

Caesar Salad

Prime Rib of Beef
Served with au jus and horseradish

Duo of citrus lemon grass shrimp

Penne Pasta Palermo

Char grilled Asparagus bundles

Roasted Red Potatoes

Full Coffee/Tea Station

Dessert Flambé Station, featuring

Bananas Foster
with banana liqueur over vanilla ice cream

Apples Flambé
with apple liqueur over cinnamon and brown sugar beignets

Peaches on Fire
with peach liqueur over homemade cobbler

$129 Nov 29-Dec 26; $150 Dec 27-30; $195 Dec 31 (if available)
Tickets are not refundable.
Tickets available at the front desk after the start of most dances or BUY NOW online.
Additional service charge for credit card purchases. ($5 Nov 29-Dec 30; $6 Dec 31)

Proof of vaccination required for admittance.

Masks may be required depending on Montgomery County mandates at the time.

Current Dances and Dance Lessons at Hollywood Ballroom

Here’s a summary of the current dances and dance lessons offered at Hollywood Ballroom.

Visit our Calendar to view or register for all events.

All dances are open to the public.

Come by yourself or with the partner of your choice for all dances or lessons.

DANCES

EVERY SUNDAY
Sunday Evening Social Ballroom Dance

7-11 pm
Evening includes lessons and a social dance
Open to the public
No partner needed
The bar is open for drinks and light snacks
7-8 pm – Intermediate level dance lesson
7-8 pm – Beginner level dance lesson
See the calendar for lessons on a given Sunday.
$20 per person

EVERY THURSDAY
Tea Dance

12:30-3:30 pm
An afternoon social ballroom dance
Open to the public
No partner needed
Hosted by Paul Huston
Pre-registration required at calendar
$12 per person, includes a bottle of water

EVERY FRIDAY
West Coast Swing Social Dance

Dance Jam Productions
7:30 pm to 1:00am
An entire evening devoted to lessons and dancing for West Coast Swing
Includes lessons and social dancing.
Hosted by Dance Jam Productions, details

SELECT SATURDAYS–check the calendar
Mr. Mambo’s Salsa Social

8pm to 2:00am
Salsa, Bachata, and Latin-Mix music
Lessons followed by
Social Dancing
Details and registration HERE

PRACTICE OPPORTUNITIES

EVERY SUNDAY
Supervised International Practice

Hosted by Paul Huston
3:30-5 pm session:
Dance to music for Standard Ballroom/Smooth dances:
Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Slow Foxtrot and Quickstep
5-6:30 pm session:
Dance to music for International Latin/Rhythm dances:
Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, Jive, Swing, Mambo and Bolero.
$10 pp for one session, $15 pp for both sessions

SECOND AND FOURTH WEDNESDAYS (suspended during August 2024)
Ballroom Music for Practice

7-7:30pm: Step of the Evening, a short lesson
With Stinson Evans and Emma Beard
7:30-10:30pm: Ballroom music for practice
$10 pp
Coaching/assistance included
Partner recommended

GROUP LESSONS

MONDAYS
INTERNATIONAL STYLE BALLROOM LESSONS

Catherine Noblitt
Progressive month-long series
7pm Bronze/ Silver Lesson
8pm Advanced Lesson
Register with Instructor
Details on calendar

MONDAYS
BEGINNER WEST COAST SWING LESSONS

Kevin Fitzhugh
with Schroeder Noble
Progressive 10 week series
7:00-8:00pm
Basic west coast swing fundamentals & techniques

MONDAYS
INTERMEDIATE WEST COAST SWING LESSONS

8:00-9:00pm
Continuous lessons–start anytime
Details on calendar

WEDNESDAYS

Master Class – Foxtrot with Michael Rye

90-minute class – 7-8:30 pm

August 14-September 4. 2024

$100 per person or $30 drop-in

TUESDAYS
INTERNATIONAL STYLE LESSONS

Slava Sergiev
Progressive 8 week series
2 lessons, 7pm and 8pm
All levels:
Drop-ins: OK
Details on calendar

THURSDAYS
HAND DANCE CLASS

Kevin Fitzhugh
Progressive 10 week series
7pm Beginner classes
Drop-ins lessons 1-4 only
8pm Advanced classes:
Must have experience
On-going lessons. Start anytime.
Details on calendar

THURSDAYS
LATIN DRILL CLASS

Nonci Tirado
7-8pm
2 month-long progressive series
Strenghten and beautify your Latin dancing
Details on calendar

Please visit our calendar for our full schedule. www.hollywoodballroomdc.com/calendar

Best Place to Dance

If dancers voted with their feet, then Hollywood Ballroom received 625 votes the week of July 21, 2021 as “Best Place to Dance” in the Maryland/DC area

The Ballroom, which had to restrict activities during the height of the Covid crisis, opened its doors again as soon as it was allowed to do so. And the participation has been very encouraging, according to Ballroom managers who were thrilled to see 625 dancers in just one week. People are ready to enjoy themselves again, to be out with others, to have fun, to DANCE!

Welcome to Hollywood Ballroom The Ballroom features an incredibly large and spacious solid-wood floating maple dance floor. It has a well-stocked bar that is open during dances.

Dances are held every Sunday evening, Wenesday evening, Thursday afternoons, Friday evening, and select Saturday evenings. Music includes traditional ballroom, West Coast swing, country, and Latin mixes.

In addition to dances, Hollywood Ballroom has group and private lessons. It features a group “Learn to Dance” program that is aimed at getting people with very little dance experience out on the dance floor.

Hollywood Ballroom is host to dances put on by Dance Jam Productions and by Mr. Mambo’s Salsa/Bachata Socials.

Hollywood Ballroom has been hosting dances since the 1991 and is an important part of the DMV dancing community. Hollywood ballroom is located right off U.S. Rt 29 in suburban Silver Spring, and it has always been a favorite of dancers from Montgomery County, Howard County, Prince George’s County, Columbia, Baltimore and DC.

All dances and lessons can be found on the Ballroom’s Calendar of events.

Learn to dance with Paul Huston at Hollywood Ballroom

An incredible opportunity to learn to dance correctly,
with the refined technique that lets you step out on the dance floor
with confidence and great style.

• Start with the basics, then add technique.
• Learn the essence of the dance, starting with the very first step.
• Benefit from the wealth of knowledge of
world-class champion dancer and instructor Paul Huston.

New series starts on the first Thursday of every month.

THURSDAY EVENINGS

Absolute Beginner Classes with Paul Huston
A four week progressive learn to dance series for Ballroom Dancing.

This Learn to Dance program is designed for
absolute beginners with no ballroom dance experience as well as
ballroom dancers whose skills need tuning-up.

No long-term contracts
Budget-friendly lessons

See the calendar for specific dances taught each series.

Instructor: Paul Huston, multiple award-winning
and championship dancer

Prices, per person:

One class per night: $20 drop-in. 4 week series $70
Both classes per night: $35 drop-in. 4 week series $130
4 week series must be prepaid, cash or check only.

Partner not necessary.

Drop-In’s OK.

Registration is strongly encouraged.
Register on the calendar, the first Thursday of each month, for that month’s series.

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Dance Jam Productions presents

CHAMPION WEEKEND with ROBERT ROYSTON

at Hollywood Ballroom

A West Coast Swing Special Event

Friday and Saturday, August 13 and 14, 2021

Friday August 13 – Beginner WCS class continues at 7:30pm
Friday Night – 8pm workshop, 9pm dancing
Saturday August 14 – Afternoon workshops (TBD)
Saturday Night 8pm workshop, 9pm dancing

Vaccination Required, Pre-registration only (no walk ins)

Details and Registration

The Ballroom is proud to host the legendary salsa socials of Tommy Smith, aka “Mr. Mambo,”
now run by his daughter Tanya Smith.

For the lastest info, updates, prices and schedules, please see:

Mr. Mambo’s Washington, DC Facebook

Mr. Mambo’s Salsa & Bachata Meetup (Washington, DC)

Stay on the Hollywood Ballroom website.

The Ballroom is proud to host Dance Jam Productions’ iconic dances.
Follow these links to their website for the most current information or to register.

West Coast Swing (Friday nights)

Dance Jam Productions

Stay on the Hollywood Ballroom website.

HAND DANCE CLASS

with Swing Champion

Kevin Fitzhugh

Thursdays

BEGINNER CLASSES 7pm

The beginners class is a 10 week series that includes the basic fundamentals,
footwork, lead and follow patterns.

ADVANCED CLASSES 8pm

The advance class is ongoing and must have experience.
The curriculum covers complex footwork and patterns along with
leader and follower styling and musicality.
Start at any time.

Cost: $15.00 per person per class
or
$12.00 per class if prepaid for the 10 weeks

What is Hand Dance?

Hand Dance is a variation of swing. Developed in the mid-1950s as a “close-contact” or more “sensual” kind of swing, hand dancing is typically danced to R&B music with partners’ hands in contact for the entire dance. It consists of “smooth footwork and hand-turns… to a 6-beat, 6 to 8 count dance rhythm” (Manriquez 2010).

In 1993 hand dance was recognized by the Smithsonian as a national art form and in 1999 it was officially recognized by the city council as the official dance of Washington, D.C. It’s DC’s very own dance!

https://www.si.edu/object/rb-trivia-dc-hand-dance%3Aposts_aeb8c7e15febc8e22ff29d11af9684e4
Smithsonian Institute, Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage, 7-5-2021

Mr. Mambo’s is back and ready to DANCE with YOU!

Saturday, July 10, 2021 8pm to 2am

Mr. Mambo’s is back at Hollywood Ballroom!

♦♦ The longest running salsa social in the metro area! ♦♦

♦♦ 3 DJs each event spinning the best Salsa, Bachata, & Latin Mixes ♦♦

♦♦ 4 Classes (All Levels), 3 DJs, 2 Dance Floors, 1 Show ♦♦

♦ ♦ Bar will be open with snacks, beer, wine, spirits ♦♦

You must show proof of full vaccination. No exceptions. (Venue Rule)

You must be 19 or older to enter. (Venue Rule)

We don’t want to turn anyone away, so please bring proof.

At HOLLYWOOD BALLROOM, 2126 Industrial Pky., Silver Spring, MD

FOR INFO:

Follow Mr. Mambo’s Washington, DC Page on Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/Mr-Mambos-Washington-DC-1076395722437253/

WEST COAST SWING LESSONS

Monday Evenings

with Kevin Fitzhugh
US Open Swing Dance Champion

And Schroeder Noble

Beginner Lessons

Progressive, 10 wk series

7:00-8:00pm

Basic West Coast Swing fundamentals & techniques

Above & Beyond Basics
Intermediate lessons

8:00-9:00pm

Ongoing, start any time

• Variations off the basic patterns
• Ladies Styling and Embellishing
• Connection
• Spinning Techniques
• Mens Styling and Fancy Footwork
• Musicality

spinsnturns@yahoo.com or 301-660-0880

Price:$15 per person, per individual lesson

Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center is pleased to present

Slava Sergiev

Multiple award-winning and championship dancer

LESSONS with SLAVA SERGIEV

Tuesdays

Two classes are taught over 8 weeks. Both classes are progressive.

The first class is from 7:00 to 7:45 pm.

The second class is from 8:00-8:45 pm.

Please see the calendar for current classes.

Who should attend:

Dancers new to or just starting International Style

Advanced dancers seeking professional tips and secrets for improving their dancing

Continued attendance is encouraged; drop-ins are welcome.

Price:

$18 per person per class

$120 for 8-week series when paid at first lesson

Memorial Day

Holiday Tea Dance

Monday, May 30, 2022

12:30 – 3:30 pm

Join us both Monday & Thursday this week ! ! !

Music by Carol Martin, host

Admission $10

Pre-registration required

2126 Industrial Parkway, Silver Spring, MD 20904

301-326-1181

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SUPERVISED PRACTICE SESSION
with Paul Huston

What is a practice session?
A practice session gives dancers a chance to practice on a spacious dance floor.
Pre-recorded music is continuously played.

The music has been carefully selected by the moderator for danceability
and adherence to the rhythm requirements for each dance.

Can anyone attend?
Absolutely. Usually couples attend, but having a partner is not a requirement.

What music is played?
The 3:30pm to 5pm session has music for Standard Ballroom/Smooth dances:
Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Slow Foxtrot and Quickstep.

The 5pm to 6:30 session has music for International Latin/Rhythm dances:
Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, Jive, Swing, Mambo and Bolero.

Price:
$10 per person for one session
$15 per person for both sessions

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International Style Ballroom Lessons

with Catherine Noblitt

7 pm Lesson: Bronze/Silver Level*

*While the 7pm class is bronze, it is not a beginner class for brand new dancers.
Brand new dancers should seek beginner or pre-bronze classes.
Students will get more out of this class if they have at least 6-12 months
of social dance classes/experience.

8pm lesson: Advanced/Gold Level

Lessons are progressive. Each month a new series starts.

Prices:

$15 per person for each class

Register with the instructor:

Cell 410 908 1084 or c_noblitt@ hotmail.com

Nonci Tirado, Instructor at Hollywood Ballroom

Latin Technique and Styling Class

Practice and practice correctly!!

with Nonci Tirado

Thursday Evenings

7-8pm

Dances – Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba & Jive

Progressive monthly series of classes with emphasis technique, syllabus & styling.

*Technique and drill exercises to beautify & strengthen your Latin dancing.

The class will focus on detailed aspects of technique,

incorporating arm styling and spins to create exciting, dynamic dance routines.

No partner required. All levels are welcomed!!

Monthly tuition, please contact Nonci for exact pricing.

Drop-ins are welcome at $25/session/student.

Registration is required.

text 443-415-5001

or email – noncft@hotmail.com

Nonci is also available for private coaching.

Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center, LLC

Why Hollywood Ballroom is Open for Dancing during COVID

Why Hollywood Ballroom is Open for Dancing

Square Dancing! Sat, May 7, 2022

Square and Ballroom Dancing

Saturday, May 7, 2022

7:30 – 11:30pm

With Caller and DJ Tom Sellner

Best New Year’s Eve Dance in Silver Spring, MD

The Best Place to Dance on New Year’s Eve

If you love to dance,

if you love to be able to move around on the dance floor,

then you can’t beat Hollywood Ballroom

for celebrating New Year’s Eve !

Absolute Beginners: New Learn to Dance series starts every month

Learn to Dance

New series starts on the first Thursday of every month.

Everyone loves to dance! And learning to dance is easy at Hollywood Ballroom!

How does the Learn to Dance program at Hollywood Ballroom work?

How do I sign up for the current Learn to Dance series?

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Hollywood Ballroom–Current Dances & Dance Lessons

Current Dances and Dance Lessons at Hollywood Ballroom

Here’s a summary of the current dances and dance lessons offered at Hollywood Ballroom.

DANCES

EVERY SUNDAY Sunday Evening Social Ballroom Dance

EVERY THURSDAY Tea Dance

EVERY FRIDAY West Coast Swing Social Dance

SELECT SATURDAYS–check the calendar Mr. Mambo’s Salsa Social

PRACTICE OPPORTUNITIES

EVERY SUNDAY Supervised International Practice

SECOND AND FOURTH WEDNESDAYS (suspended during August 2024) Ballroom Music for Practice

GROUP LESSONS

MONDAYS INTERNATIONAL STYLE BALLROOM LESSONS

MONDAYS BEGINNER WEST COAST SWING LESSONS

MONDAYS INTERMEDIATE WEST COAST SWING LESSONS

WEDNESDAYS

Master Class – Foxtrot with Michael Rye

TUESDAYS INTERNATIONAL STYLE LESSONS

THURSDAYS HAND DANCE CLASS

THURSDAYS LATIN DRILL CLASS

Hollywood Ballroom–Best Place to Dance

Best Place to Dance

Absolute Beginner Learn to Dance Classes

New series starts on the first Thursday of every month.

West Coast Swing Champion Weekend

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New! Hand Dance classes with Kevin Fitzhugh

Mr. Mambo’s is back! Salsa & more!

Mr. Mambo’s is back and ready to DANCE with YOU!

Beginner WCS lessons with Kevin Fitzhugh start April 4, 2022

New classes – Slava Sergiev

Holiday Tea Dance – Mon, May 30, 2022

Practice Session Info

Catherine Noblitt-class details

Nonci Tirado Registration

EVERY SUNDAY
Sunday Evening Social Ballroom Dance

EVERY THURSDAY
Tea Dance

EVERY FRIDAY
West Coast Swing Social Dance

SELECT SATURDAYS–check the calendar
Mr. Mambo’s Salsa Social

EVERY SUNDAY
Supervised International Practice

SECOND AND FOURTH WEDNESDAYS (suspended during August 2024)
Ballroom Music for Practice

MONDAYS
INTERNATIONAL STYLE BALLROOM LESSONS

MONDAYS
BEGINNER WEST COAST SWING LESSONS

MONDAYS
INTERMEDIATE WEST COAST SWING LESSONS

TUESDAYS
INTERNATIONAL STYLE LESSONS

THURSDAYS
HAND DANCE CLASS

THURSDAYS
LATIN DRILL CLASS