Public recreation centers, and private fitness facilities and studios offer a variety of fitness dance classes, as well as dance training. Here are a few ideas:
Beginner’s class in salsa and mambo, sponsored by South Suburban Parks and Recreation District; April 28, 4:45-6:45 p.m.; Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle, Lone Tree; $22 includes admission to May 5 big-band dance; register at , 303-347-5999
Bodies by Perseverance, 320 E. 17th Ave.; ; 303-506-3253; Classses: hip-hop, jazz, Stiletto Divas
Lakeshore Athletic Club-FlatIron, 300 Summit Blvd., Broomfield; ; 303-729-4300; Classes: Nia, Zumba, Dance It Off!
Studio Soma, 2540 W. 29th Ave.; ; 303-477-5531; Classes: Nia, Capoeira and others
24 Hour Fitness, various locations; ; Classes: Nike Rockstar Dance Hall and dancer’s workout
More resources for classes, lessons and places to dance:
– swing and Lindy Hop instruction
– salsa lessons and regular dances
– free online lessons and studio locator
Zumba class and instructor info at
Not ready to try this in front of a crowd? Check out these DVDs at stores or buy online:
“Dance Off the Inches: Sizzling Salsa,” $15;
Prevention’s “Dance Yourself Thin,” $15;
“Dance With Lisa: Red Hot Salsa and Hip-Hop Cardio” two-disc set, $14;
