Our dance classes are a fun way to get in shape and stay in shape.

Ballet

Members of the Joffrey Ballet of Chicago lead this class that is designed for participants of all levels. The focus is on stretching, classic ballet positions and work on the barre. Benefits include improved posture, balance and flexibility. Plan to wear comfortable workout attire in which you can easily move. Ballet shoes are not required. There is no advance registration for this class.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Wednesdays7:30 pm - 8:45 pm Joffrey BalletStudio 3
Saturdays1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Joffrey BalletStudio 1

Ballet Body

Strengthen posture, improve balance and increase flexibility with basic ballet moves and techniques. This class incorporates yoga and Pilates for a great core workout. Previous ballet training is not required. There is no advance registration for this class.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Thursdays11:00 am - 11:30 am Alberto AriasStudio 1

Bella Core

This class fuses Middle-Eastern and Afro-Caribbean dances to provide a workout that strengthens the body with confidence and grace. Experience movement that will nurture and empower your spirit.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Thursdays6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Gloria ArayaStudio 3

Booty Beat

This workout takes flirty and fabulous dance choreography and incorporates it into an effective cardio conditioning class that works the whole body. We will get your heart pumping and your hips gyrating with music video-style dance moves. Participants of all levels are welcome. There is no advance registration for this class.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Fridays5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Rebecca LeeStudio 2

Cardio Dance

“Dancing With the Stars” comes to East Bank Club. This class provides an intense cardiovascular workout that incorporates low impact movements and dance choreography. Increase your heart rate as you learn dance routines. A partner is not needed. Previous dance experience is not necessary.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Tuesdays5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Deborah CohenStudio 3

Country Line Dancing

Learn contemporary line dancing at this fun-filled class. The dancing will be set not only to country music, but to top 40 and hip-hop as well. Have lots of fun and get a great workout without even knowing it. No partner necessary.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
WednesdaysMay 2 - 3011:15 am - 12:00 pmAdina RosenbergStudio 1

Dance Latin Groove

This high-energy dance class incorporates unique moves and combinations, set to fun Latin and international music. Get ready for a full body workout. No previous dance experience needed. There is no advance registration for this class.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Tuesdays9:00 am - 9:55 am Alberto AriasStudio 1
Thursdays10:00 am - 11:00 am Alberto AriasStudio 1

Hip Hop

Street dancing comes to EBC in this class taught in an add-on choreography format. This fun and fast-paced cardio workout is sure to get your body, and your heartbeat, moving. No previous dance experience needed. There is no advance registration for this class.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Mondays6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Labake OyebanjoStudio 3
Saturdays10:00 am - 11:00 am Labake OyebanjoStudio 3

Latin Core Rhythms

Learn fun moves derived from traditional Latin and Cuban dances such as Salsa, Mambo, Afro-Cuban dance and jazz.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Saturdays11:00 am - 12:00 pm Gloria ArayaStudio 3

Latin Dance

This cardio workout puts an emphasis on classic Latin dance moves. Have fun and walk away with moves you can show off on the dance floor. No previous dance experience needed. There is no advance registration for this class.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Mondays9:00 am - 10:00 am Ami WallnerStudio 1
Thursdays5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Ami WallnerStudio 3
Fridays10:30 am - 11:30 am Ami WallnerStudio 1

NIA

This class fuses the expressiveness of dance, the power and explosiveness of martial arts and the wisdom of the healing arts. NIA delivers cardiovascular, whole-body conditioning, while helping participants increase body awareness. There is no advance registration for this class.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Mondays10:00 am - 11:00 am Lynett PuttermanStudio 2
Wednesdays10:15 am - 11:30 am Myrna WeinmanStudio 4
Thursdays9:00 am - 10:00 am Jamie KlausingStudio 2

Werq

WERQ™ is a fiercely fun dance fitness class based on current pop, rock, and hip-hop music. High-energy dance steps, expert cuing, and songs you know and love from the radio combine for a calorie-blasting cardiovascular workout enjoyed by all fitness backgrounds and all levels of dance ability.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Wednesdays6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Julie SteffenStudio 3

Zumba

Zumba combines high energy Latin and international music with unique dance moves and combinations. The routines feature aerobic and fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Zumba is great for participants of all levels. There is no advance registration for this class.

Schedule:

Price: Complimentary
Sundays12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Aida JohnsonStudio 3
Mondays5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Rebecca LeeStudio 3
MondayMay 2812:00 pm - 1:00 pmRebecca LeeStudio 3