Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center, LLC

What 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 on a spacious dance floor.

THE MUSIC

The instructor hosting the practice session will play pre-recorded music he or she has carefully chosen for the correct tempo for each type of dance and for the characteristics that make each dance unique.

Examples:

• If the session is titled “International Standard,” music will be played only for waltzes, foxtrots, tangos, quickstep and other “smooth,” usually traveling, dances. The tempo of each song will be the correct tempo for International style dances.

• 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 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.

Dance 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.”

KEVIN FITZHUGH AND TAMMY BROWN

West Coast Swing
Lessons

Mondays

Both New and Returning Students Welcome

♦ Beginner Level I – 3 — West Coast Swing – “Strictly Basics”

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

12 week progressive classes

No Drop-ins after Week 2

♦ Intermediate – West Coast Swing – “Beyond the Basics”

8:15 pm – 9:15 pm

Drop-ins are welcomed

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NO PARTNER NEEDED
PLEASE…. NO RUBBER SOLES OR HIGH HEELS.
Bring or wear comfortable shoes for dancing (dancing shoes preferable)

PRICE:

$12.00 per person or Take advantage of the 12-week pre-paid special for $120.00 and save $$

Private Lessons Are Available

www.swingfusion.net
For more information: wcswingfusion2@yahoo.com
Kevin Fitzhugh (301-660-0880) or Tammy Brown (443-271-9250)

View our calendar at http://calendar.yahoo.com/wcswingfusion2/050fa2e6bbd2a81e4924dd7e0f3710f4?od=131

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Classes held at Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center – 2126 Industrial Parkway, Silver Spring, MD 20904 – www.hollywoodballroomdc.com

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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

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 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

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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 schedul e.

Metrobus — For bus routes, consult the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority.

Rental 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, 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 table and chair rental charge for guest counts over 300: $3.50 per guest

Additional requirements/fees for events with any kind of admissions charge — VIEW NOW

OTHER ITEMS

Sound system: $100

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

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

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

Planning 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.

A 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

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

Quick Links:
Rental Page
Home Page

IS MY DATE AVAILABLE TO RENT THE BALLROOM?

For meetings scheduled during weekday working hours, please see Conferences/Business Meetings.

The Ballroom is generally available for rent during evening hours only on Saturday nights. The Ballroom is never available Sunday nights, as a public dance is held then. The Ballroom is generally not available to rent on Friday nights, as a public dance is held then, but there are some Friday night exceptions that will be listed below when they are known to be available.

————————- 2024 Dates —————————————

Saturday, July 13, 2024 – NOT Available – Mr Mambo Public Dance
Saturday, July 20, 2024 – IS Available
Saturday, July 27, 2024 – NOT Available

Saturday, August 3, 2024 – IS Available
FRIDAY, August 9, 2024 – IS Available (this is FRIDAY)
Saturday, August 10, 2024 – NOT Available – Mr Mambo Public Dance
Saturday, August 17, 2024 – NOT Available
Saturday, August 24, 2024 – NOT Available
Saturday, August 31, 2024 – NOT Available

Saturday, September 7, 2024 – IS Available
Saturday, September 14, 2024 – NOT Available
Saturday, September 21, 2024 – NOT Available
Saturday, September 28, 2024 – NOT Available – Mr. Mambo Public Dance

Saturday, October 5, 2024 – NOT Available
Saturday, October 12, 2024 – IS Available
Saturday, October 19, 2024 – NOT Available
Saturday, October 26, 2024 – IS Available

Saturday, November 2, 2024 – IS Available
Saturday, November 9, 2024 – IS Available
FRIDAY, November 15, 2024 – IS Available (this is FRIDAY)
Saturday, November 16, 2024 – NOT Available
Saturday, November 23, 2024 – IS Available
Saturday, November 30, 2024 – NOT Available – Bachata Extreme Hosted by Mr. Mambo public dance

Saturday, December 7, 2024 – IS Available
Saturday, December 14, 2024 – NOT Available – Mr Mambo public dance
Saturday, December 21, 2024 – IS Available
Saturday, December 28, 2024 – NOT Available
TUESDAY, December 31, 2024 – NOT Available – Public Dance – Annual New Year’s Eve Formal Dinner Dance

————————- 2025 Dates —————————————

Saturday, January 4, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, January 11, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, January 18, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, January 25, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, February 1, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, February 8, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, February 15, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, February 22, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, March 1, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, March 8, 2025 – NOT Available – Mr Mambo Public Dance
Saturday, March 15, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, March 22, 2025 – NOT Available
Saturday, March 29, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, April 5, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, April 12, 2025 – NOT Available
Saturday, April 19, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, April 26, 2025 – NOT Available – Mr Mambo Public Dance

Saturday, May 3, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, May 10, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, May 17, 2025 – NOT Available – West Coast Swing Workshop Weekend
Saturday, May 24, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, May 31, 2025 – NOT Available – HBDC

Saturday, June 7, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, June 14, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, June 21, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, June 28, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, July 5, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, July 12, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, July 19, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, July 26, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, August 2, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, August 9, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, August 16, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, August 23, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, August 30, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, September 6, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, September 13, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, September 20, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, September 27, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, October 4, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, October 11, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, October 18, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, October 25, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, November 1, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, November 8, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, November 15, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, November 22, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, November 29, 2025 – IS Available

Saturday, December 6, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, December 13, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, December 20, 2025 – IS Available
Saturday, December 27, 2025 – IS Available
WEDNESDAY, December 31, 2025 – NOT Available – Public Dance – Annual New Year’s Eve Formal Dinner Dance

————————- 2026 Dates —————————————

Saturday, January 3, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, January 10, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, January 17, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, January 24, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, January 31, 2026 – IS Available

Saturday, February 7, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, February 14, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, February 21, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, February 28, 2026 – IS Available

Saturday, March 7, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, March 14, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, March 21, 2026 – IS Available
Saturday, March 28, 2026 – IS Available

Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center, LLC

Practice Sessions: What are they?

What is a Practice Session?

THE PURPOSE

THE MUSIC

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

THE ROLE OF THE HOST INSTRUCTOR

DATES, DETAILS AND PRICES OF PRACTICE SESSIONS

Lessons Before Social Dances

Lessons Before Dances

Lessons Before Social Ballroom Dances

THE SUNDAY NIGHT SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCES ON OTHER NIGHTS

THE THURSDAY AFTERNOON TEA DANCE

Lessons Before West Coast Swing Dances

Lessons Before Country/Line Dances

Lessons Before Mr. Mambo’s Salsa/Bachata Socials

Additional Information

Nonci Tirado – 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:

West Coast Swing Lessons with Kevin and Tammy

West Coast Swing Lessons

Mondays

Both New and Returning Students Welcome

♦ Beginner Level I – 3 — West Coast Swing – “Strictly Basics”

♦ Intermediate – West Coast Swing – “Beyond the Basics”

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Private Lessons Are Available

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Social Ballroom Dances at Hollywood Ballroom

West Coast Swing on Friday Nights

DIRECTIONS to the Ballroom

DIRECTIONS to HOLLYWOOD BALLROOM

Interactive Map

Parking

Driving Directions

Driving Directions from I-495 (Capital Beltway)

Driving Directions from I-95

Driving Directions from Baltimore/Columbia on Route 29

Driving Directions from Rockville/Gaithersburg on the ICC (Rt. 200)

Parking

Public Transportation

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Rental Rates, Pricing and Information for Hollywood Ballroom Dance Center

Rental Rates and Important Information

BASE RENTAL RATES for the Main Ballroom on Saturdays (includes the studio)

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

OTHER ITEMS

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.

Thank you for submitting a registration form for Ballroom Dancing 101

Thank you for submitting a registration form for Ballroom Dancing 101

View:—- HOME PAGE ABOUT US PAGE —–CONTACT US PAGE– – FEATURED CLASSES and EVENTS — CALENDAR — ANNOUNCEMENTS

Links and Resources for the Dance Community

LINKS

Links related to Music

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Planning the Size Area Needed for Your Reception

Planning Your Reception Size

What size area will you need for your reception?

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Protected: Information and Updates for HBDC Instructors

Floor Space: Times the Ballroom is unavailable for private instruction

A list for instructors to use before scheduling floor time

List of UNAVAILABLE Floor Time

TONIGHT – Chinese Year of the Horse Celebration – Don’t miss this fun event!

Friday, March 7, 2014 – Chinese Year of the Horse Celebration

Social Ballroom Dance

Is my date available?

IS MY DATE AVAILABLE TO RENT THE BALLROOM?

Protected: Nonci Tirado – Master Latin Workshops

“…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:

West Coast Swing
Lessons

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.

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.

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♦ 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.