JULY 4TH Ballroom Dance: A Red, White & Blue Celebration! $16 admission
1:40 AMHappy 4th of July!
Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center
Step of the Evening with Glenn White
1:38 AM 
Wednesday’s Social Ballroom Dance
8:00 to 8:30 – Step of the Evening-a short and concise lesson
8:30 to 10:30 pm – Dance Music
New price: $10 – both lesson and dance
What’s special about the social ballroom dance on Wednesdays?
• A dance floor that’s actually not crowded
• A relaxing break in the middle of a hectic week
• A short and fun dance lesson before the dance starts
• Specially selected and pre-recorded ballroom music that’s perfect for dancing
• A small but friendly group of regular dancers–you’ll soon get to know everyone
• Light refreshments on select evenings
New price:
$10 – both lesson and dance
For the Step of the Evening Lesson Schedule, please see the calendar.
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A special note of remembrance for Instructor Glenn White
Glenn White was a long time and a favorite instructor at Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center. He was known for his clear, concise directions and his willingness to help students “get it right.” Always kind, always understanding and patient. A wonderful dancer and teacher. A gentleman. A friend. He will be missed.
Nonci Tirado Tuesday Nights
12:37 PMInternational Style with Nonci Tirado
Tuesday Night Classes 
International Style Lessons at Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center
Tuesdays 7:30 and 8:30 pm
Latin Drill: Perform Basics Like a Pro
Advanced Choreography
Latin Drill: Perform Basics Like a Pro
Whether you’re a beginner or a superstar Latin dancer, drilling the basics is a must! There is no other way around mastering the basics. This is a 60 minute drill intensive. Come ready to work and come ready to have FUN while you perfect your dance moves!
This class will focus on drilling the basics in rumba, cha cha, samba and jive, with attention given to proper footwork, feet/leg/hip action, posture/back mobility, spins and turns, and lead/follow. Some simple open choreography for exercise.
♦ Learn how to polish such basic movements as: Forward and backward walks, delayed walks, checked walks, pressed walks, hip twist turns, switch turns, spiral turns, 3 step turns, spins, lock steps, chasses, time steps, continuous lock steps, rondes…and much more.
♦ Learn a choreographed basic routine in solo position which we will review and repeat each week with emphasis on refining!
♦ Understand timing, musicality, spatial awareness, partner sensitivity
Notes will be given to suit the needs of each dancer. Partners welcomed but not necessary.
Advanced Choreography
This class offers an opportunity to dance intricate and exciting choreography. It is a great way to develop repertoire and partnering skills.
Finally, here is a class that takes you to the ultimate level in International Latin dancing. Learn beautiful and exciting choreographed phrases involving open figures and some gold level syllabus figures. Emphasis will be on performance technique and individuality. This class is designed for the advanced beginner social to the seasoned competitive dancer.
Explore your possibilities and become the art. Take your dancing to the next level!
Tuesday Night Classes:
45 minute lessons, 4 week series
Monthly $60/one class, $110/both classes; Drop-in $18
Contact Nonci
www.nonci.net
noncft@hotmail.com 443-415-5001
View more information about Nonci Tirado
Practice Sessions: What are they?
11:30 AMWhat is a Practice Session?
THE PURPOSE
While the format of a practice session is much like a typical social ballroom
dance, the purpose is different. As the name implies, 
the purpose of a practice session is to give dancers a chance to practice/perfect steps/moves they know or maybe reinforce some they have learnt in class or lesson’s.
THE MUSIC
The instructor hosting the practice session will play pre-recorded music he or she has carefully chosen at the correct tempo for each type of dance and for the characteristics that make each dance unique.
Examples:
• If the session is titled “Standard/Smooth,” music will be played only for waltzes,tangos, viennese waltz, foxtrots & quickstep. The speed of each song will be the correct tempo for the style of each dance.
• Likewise, if the session is titled “American Rhythm,” music will be played for rumba, cha cha, swing and other “rhythm” dances, each dance in the correct tempo for American style.
• If the session is only titled “Open Practice,” expect a variety of dance music to be played.
The host instructor may repeat the same song several times in a row so that competitors have an opportunity to practice their routines. Requests for songs specific to a routine may be taken toward the end of the session.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
“Open Practice Sessions” means that all dancers are welcome and encouraged to come. You do not have to be a student of the hosting instructor. You can be at any level of dance experience; you can dance either International or American style. Host instructors are always happy to see dancers take advantage of their sessions.
You can come to just enjoy dancing. You do not need to have a particular move or routine that you are practicing. It is a great opportunity to dance on an uncrowded dance floor.
The dancers who frequently attend practice sessions can be very serious dancers. Many routines, especially in traveling dances, have couples moving quickly around the dance floor. Therefore, it is very important to follow the rules of dance etiquette, especially observing the line of dance (moving around the dance floor in a counter-clockwise direction).
Unlike a social dance, dancers either come with a partner, plan to meet someone there, or plan to practice solo.
THE ROLE OF THE HOST INSTRUCTOR
The host instructor is responsible for the dancing environment of the session, including providing appropriate music.
Instructions/lessons are not included in the practice session. However, instructors hosting the practice session are often pleased to make suggestions when asked.
“Supervised Practice Sessions” means that the hosting instructor will be present in the room, monitoring the music and watching the dancers.
“Practice Sessions with Assistance” means that the hosting instructor is happy to help if you request help.
DATES, DETAILS AND PRICES OF PRACTICE SESSIONS
For dates, details and prices of sessions, check the Calendar.
Lessons Before Social Dances
12:08 AMLessons Before Dances
Lessons Before Social Ballroom Dances
Lessons before dances are often, but not always, included in the price of admission to the Social Ballroom Dances. The calendar will have information about lessons offered before dances.
THE SUNDAY NIGHT SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE
usually includes the following lessons in the price of admission:
• a beginner lesson
• an intermediate lesson
The beginner and intermediate lessons are usually offered concurrently before the Sunday night dance starts. You may attend either of these lessons with your paid admission to the dance.
Should I take the beginner or the intermediate level lesson? If you are not thoroughly familiar with the basic steps of a dance, we suggest you take the beginner level lesson. This has nothing to do with how long you have been dancing in general. The instructor for the intermediate level lesson will assume that all students are familiar with the basic steps of the dance and will spend little time, if any, teaching the basics. If you are not familiar with the basic steps, you probably will find yourself falling behind and not enjoying the lesson.
SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCES ON OTHER NIGHTS
or on other special occasions often include a beginner/intermediate lesson in the price of admission. Sometimes, however, a lesson is not included. Such information will be provided in the calendar of events.
THE THURSDAY AFTERNOON TEA DANCE
does not include lessons in the admission price.
Lessons Before West Coast Swing Dances
West Coast Swing Nights are held almost every Friday of the year (please check the calendar).
Dance Jam Productions is the official host of “West Coast Swing” night.
For latest updates, including what lessons will be offered each week, click here.
Lessons Before Country/Line Dances
Stay tuned for upcoming information.
Lessons Before Mr. Mambo’s Salsa/Bachata Socials
This very dynamic group has an ever growing schedule, so check back often!
for information about lessons offered with each event, click here.
Additional Information
Singles, couples and groups are always welcome, both to the lessons and to the dances. Partners are not required (unless otherwise noted).
Check the CALENDAR for what lessons will be taught and which instructors will be teaching the lessons on different nights. Lessons may be held in the main ballroom or the studio.
The INSTRUCTORS PAGE has information about our instructors.
For special events and International programs, please see the information posted about each event.
Nonci Tirado – Instructor
10:39 AMDance Instructor
“…Donnie Burns once said to me, Nonci has the best arms and hands in the business.”
-Ron Bennett
Nonci Tirado is a classically trained and esteemed Professional Champion Latin dancer.
Some of her numerous US titles include:
♦ US Latin National Finalist,
♦ North American Champion,
♦ Eastern US Champion and
♦ US Rising Star Champion.
♦ Former Undefeated Fred Astaire National Latin Champion.
Nonci has shared the stage with world renowned artists such as
Placido Domingo, Renee Fleming, and Deborah Voigt.
She recently danced with the stars of “So You Think You Can Dance,”
Benji Schwimmer, Sabra Johnson and Jamal at the Daughter of the American Revolution stage.
She recently appeared in the musical SHOWBOAT
She was cast in numerous productions as a principal dancer in
Baltimore and at the Opera House stage at the Kennedy Center with the Washington Opera.
She has been invited to perform abroad in Europe, Asia and South America.
Nonci trained with Latin giants Espen Salberg, Ron Montez, Ruud Vermeij, Julie Laird and numerous others.
“Nonci is very professional and has a great way with people. Her students really like her.”
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12:16 PMSocial Ballroom Dances at Hollywood Ballroom
9:40 PM
THE LEGENDARY SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCES
at Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center
THE SUNDAY NIGHT SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE
7 to 8 pm – Lessons (included with paid admission to the dance)
8 to 11:30 pm – Ballroom Dancing
$16 ($11 students with full-time ID)
THE THURSDAY AFTERNOON TEA DANCE
12:30 to 3:30 pm
Ballroom dancing on an uncrowded, spacious floor
No lesson is involved
Refreshments served
Only $8
THE WEDNESDAY NIGHT BALLROOM DANCE
8:00-8:30 pm Step of the Evening
8:30-10:30 pm Social Ballroom Dance
Admission $10
OTHER BALLROOM DANCES
Other social ballroom dances are scheduled as the calendar permits,
especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
Please check the calendar for dates and details of any extra dances.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
You do not need to have dance experience to join in the fun of a social dance.
There are new dancers and very experienced dancers all sharing the floor.
Attire is comfortably dressy. (Ties are not required. T-shirts are discouraged.)
No partner is required.
Singles, couples and groups are always welcome.
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For social ballroom dances on other days or at other times,
for special event ballroom dances,
for social dances scheduled with other lessons or other programs,
and for West Coast Swing and Latin Night social dances,
please check the calendar or the web posts for details.
See more information about Lessons before Dances
West Coast Swing on Friday Nights
4:55 AM
Hollywood Ballroom is proud to host
Dance Jam Productions’
Friday Night West Coast Swing Dance.
View details on the Dance Jam Production website.
DIRECTIONS to the Ballroom
11:57 AMDIRECTIONS to HOLLYWOOD BALLROOM
2126 Industrial Parkway
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Located in suburban Montgomery County, Silver Spring, Maryland,
just off Route 29, between the Capital Beltway (I-495) and the Inter-county Connector (ICC):
about 2 miles south of the ICC (Rt. 200), about 5 miles west of I-95, about 5 miles north of the Capital Beltway (I-495)
GPS coordinates 39.05550,-76.96843
We are super easy to find–until you get to the last 30 seconds of the journey.
See the diagrams and directions below if you have any trouble locating us.
Interactive Map
Parking
There is plenty of free, well-lit parking at Hollywood Ballroom—diagonal spaces adjacent to the entrance and a large parking lot between Zip’s and our building.
Driving Directions
Driving Directions from I-495 (Capital Beltway)
Hollywood Ballroom is just 3.75 miles north of the Capital Beltway:
- From I-495 (Capital Beltway), take Exit 30A, Route 29 North (Colesville Road/Columbia Pike).
- Travel about 4 miles on Rt. 29 north.
- Turn right onto Industrial Parkway.
- Turn left into the driveway of the second building on the left.
- Hollywood Ballroom is located halfway along the driveway on your right.
Driving Directions from I-95
- Take I-95 towards Silver Spring
- Take exit 33, Route 198 West, towards Burtonsville.
- Travel about 3 miles on Route 198.
- Take ramp on left to Route 29 (Columbia Pike) South.
- Travel about 4.5 miles south on Route 29.
- Turn left onto Industrial Parkway.
- Turn left into the driveway of the second building on the left.
- Hollywood Ballroom is located halfway along the driveway on your right.
Driving Directions from Baltimore/Columbia on Route 29
Hollywood Ballroom is just 13 miles south of Columbia, Maryland, on Route 29
- Take Route 29 (Columbia Pike) South.
- Travel about 13 miles past Columbia.
- Turn left onto Industrial Parkway.
- Turn left into the driveway of the second building on the left.
- Hollywood Ballroom is located halfway along the driveway on your right.
Driving Directions from Rockville/Gaithersburg on the ICC (Rt. 200)
- Take Exit 16, Columbia Pike (29) South.
- Travel about 1.5 miles.
- Turn left onto Industrial Parkway.
- Turn left into the driveway of the second building on the left.
- Hollywood Ballroom is located halfway along the driveway on your right.
Parking
There is plenty of free, well-lit parking at Hollywood Ballroom—diagonal spaces adjacent to the entrance and a large parking lot between Zip’s and our building.
Public Transportation
Metro — Buses go from the Glenmont station right to our driveway:
- Take the Red Line train to the Glenmont (Md.) station.
- Take Ride-on Bus #10 toward Hillandale. Consult the Ride-On bus schedule.
Metrobus — For bus routes, consult the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority.
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12:24 AMRental Rates, Pricing and Information for Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center
12:42 AMRental Rates and Important Information
BASE RENTAL RATES for the Main Ballroom on Saturdays (includes the studio)
SATURDAY BASE PRICE – $3000, plus staffing and security.
Base rental times are from 6 pm until midnight, with set-up time starting at 3:00 pm.
Friday and Sunday nights are not available for rental as public dances are held on those nights.
Weekday evenings are also not available because of regularly scheduled dance lessons.
For weekday mornings and afternoons for groups up to 200 participants, see our Conferences and Business Meetings page.
STAFFING AND SECURITY – $150 per hour, per every 100 guests.
Example: Staffing and security for 300 guests for 6 hours = $150 x 3 x 6 = $2,700
The total rental cost is $5,700.
Support staff is provided during setup time of three hours at no additional charge.
OTHER FEES and REQUIREMENTS
(1) Cost for additional event time (late): $700 from 12 midnight to 1:00 am,
plus additional late Staffing & security of $200 per every hundred guests
(2) Cost for additional event time (very late): $800 from 1:00 am to 2:00 am,
plus additional very late Staffing & security of $250 per every hundred guests
(3) Cost for additional event time (extra late): $900 per hour from 2:00 am to 5:00 am,
plus additional extra late Staffing & security of $300 per hour per every hundred guests
Additional Set-Up time (if available): $200 per hour
Practice or rehearsal time for weddings and Quinceañeras: $100 per hour
Alcoholic beverage licensing charge: $100
Additional security charge, when applicable: $200
Additional requirements/fees for events with any kind of admissions charge — VIEW NOW
OTHER ITEMS
Wall-washer lights: $75
Overhead projector and screen: $75
Portable Stage, up to 192sq.ft., with 8 or 24 inch riser: $250
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
TIME ALLOWED FOR EVENTS on Saturdays
Prices on Saturdays are based on a 6 hour event (6 p.m. to 12 midnight) with 3 hours of setup time before the start of the event included.
RENTALS ON WEEKDAYS
The Ballroom is available to rent during the day on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays until 6 pm.
All weekday rentals are quoted on an individual basis. See our Conferences and Business Meetings page.
RENTAL DEPOSIT DUE AT CONTRACT SIGNING
$1000 is required at contract signing to secure your date. This rental deposit is non-refundable.
FINAL PAYMENT
Final payment is due three weeks prior to your event.
SECURITY DEPOSIT
A $1000 security deposit is required (paid at final payment) which is refunded to you within ten days after your event assuming there are no damages or excessive attendance.
A QUOTE FOR YOUR EVENT
For the quickest response and to receive your own personalized quote:
♦ Check to see if your date is available.
♦ Fill out a rental application form.
There is no obligation. It’s convenient and easy. We look forward to hearing from you.
Return to: Rental Page Weddings Page Home Page
Thank you for submitting a registration form for Ballroom Dancing 101
3:50 AMThank you for submitting a registration form for Ballroom Dancing 101
You should receive an email shortly confirming that you sent a completed “Registration for Ballroom Dancing 101” form to us.
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Links and Resources for the Dance Community
12:34 AMLINKS
This section is new and we’re hoping for input from our dancers. A ride sharing section is possible if people are interested.
Things you’d like to share? Things you’d like to find out? Let us know.
NDCA (National Dance Council of America) www.ndca.org
USISTD (United States Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) www.usistd.org
WDSF (World DanceSport Federation) www.worlddancesport.org
USA Dance usadance.org
WDC (World Dance Council) www.wdcdance.com
UCWDC (United Country Western Dance Council) www.ucwdc.org
IHDA (International Hustle Dance Association) www.i-h-d-a.com
Links related to Music
Tempo Recommendations for Dance Music — A very comprehensive guide for the best tempos for Ballroom Dance music compiled by Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center’s own Rich Gross
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3:40 AMPlanning the Size Area Needed for Your Reception
12:29 AMPlanning Your Reception Size
What size area will you need for your reception?
The needed size area of the reception hall depends on the number of guests.
General Guidelines:
If guests are seated, allow at least 14 square feet per guest.
If guests are served cocktail style, allow at least 9 square feet per person.
Optimally, allow 4.3 square feet extra per person for dancing.
For 50 guests:
seated: 700 square feet, with dancing 915 square feet
standing: 450 square feet, with dancing 665 square feet
For 100 guests:
seated: 1400 square feet, with dancing 1830 square feet
standing: 900 square feet, with dancing 1830 sqaure feet 1830
For 150 guests:
seated: 2100 square feet, with dancing 2745 square feet
standing: 1350 square feet, with dancing 1995 square feet
For 200 guests:
seated: 2800 square feet, with dancing 3660 square feet
standing: 1800 square feet, with dancing 2660 square feet
For 250 guests:
seated: 3500 square feet, with dancing 4575 square feet
standing: 2250 square feet, with dancing 3325 square feet
For 300 guests:
seated: 4200 square feet, with dancing 5490 square feet
standing: 2700 square feet, with dancing 3990 square feet
For 350 guests:
seated: 4900 square feet, with dancing 6400 square feet
standing: 3200 square feet, with dancing 4655 square feet
For 400 guests:
seated: 5600 square feet, with dancing 5320 square feet
standing: 3600 square feet, with dancing 7320 square feet
For 450 guests:
seated: 6300 square feet, with dancing 8235 square feet
standing: 4100 square feet, with dancing 5985 square feet
Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center’s large ballroom
is 6,400 square feet. The ballroom can accommodate over 450
seated guests with space for dancing.
Size of reception hall. Square footage of reception hall.
Space for 250 guests. Size of dance floor.
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12:50 AMFloor Space: Times the Ballroom is unavailable for private instruction
12:40 AMA list for instructors to use before scheduling floor time
Disclaimers:
♦ Please continue to schedule all lessons and practice times through Ron.
♦ Everything is subject to change. Please check back and confirm.
♦ This list is the most inclusive list we have for this purpose. Do not simply use the main event Calendar or the unavailable list that is found under the Rental program (with a picture of balloons) to determine if times are available for private practice. This list is the list you want.
♦ Allow at least 2 hours for clean up after an event has ended.
List of UNAVAILABLE Floor Time
All Fridays – Unavailable from 5:30 pm to end of night. Dance Jam Productions (Dave Moldover–West Coast Swing) has exclusive use of both ballrooms
2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month – Unavailable from 5:30 pm to end of night. Tommy Smith has exclusive use of both ballrooms
MARCH 2014
All Fridays – Unavailable from 5:30 pm to end of night.
Sat, 3/8 — unavailable to rent after 4:00 pm. (Latin Night)
Sat, 3/22 — unavailable to rent after 4:00 pm. (Latin Night)
APRIL 2014
All Fridays – Unavailable from 5:30 pm to end of night.
Sat, 4/5 — unavailable to rent after 4:00 pm.
Sat, 4/12– unavailable to rent after 4:00 pm. (Latin Night)
Sat, 4/26 — unavailable to rent after 4:00 pm. (Latin Night)
MAY 2014
All Fridays – Unavailable from 5:30 pm to end of night.
Sat, 5/10– unavailable to rent after 4:00 pm. (Latin Night)
Sat, 5/24 — unavailable to rent after 4:00 pm. (Latin Night)
JULY 2014
Sat, 7/5 — private event: set up time: 7-9 pm, rental time : 9 pm-3 am
AUGUST 2014
Sat, 8/9 — private event: set up time: 4-6pm, rental time : 6pm-12 midnight
Sat, 8/16 — unavailable after 4:00 pm – private rental scheduled
SEPTEMBER 2014
Sat, 9/20 — unavailable to rent – private rental scheduled
TONIGHT – Chinese Year of the Horse Celebration – Don’t miss this fun event!
12:42 PM
Friday, March 7, 2014 – Chinese Year of the Horse Celebration
Social Ballroom Dance
8-9pm Taiwan Tango lesson, Beginning/Intermediate Instructors: Ron & Amy Wagaman
9pm-12:30am Music with DJ Robert Kuzyk
Traditional Chinese Dragon Dance Demonstration
Light refreshments including Chinese noodles, fried rice, meatballs and honey almond cookies
$16 admission at the door
