This Sunday we're teaming up with Whim W'Him, the renowned Seattle-based contemporary dance company! Join us for class, brunch, and then make your way to Erickson Theatre to enjoy Whim's matinee performance hosted by Betty Wetter. Dance Church community gets 30% off tickets to Whim W'Him performances here.

Dance Church and Whim share a long history of collaboration. Whim dancers have actively participated in Dance Church Go productions, and current company members, Michael Arellano and Andy McShea, are your Dance Church teachers alongside Karl Watson who currently serves as the company’s manager. Plus, Dance Church founder Kate Wallich has even contributed a choreography to the company’s repertoire.

Even if you're not able to join the Whim W'Him performance, you are more than welcome to join this Dance Church class at 10am.

What to know:

Dance Church® is an all-levels movement class taught by professional dance artists that offers a fun and inclusive approach to dancing. Designed for people of all shapes and sizes, backgrounds and identities, Dance Church is a communal space for people who want to move their bodies.

The teacher leads this 70ish minute class in a series of movement cues, accompanied by a curated playlist of multi-genre pop music. The format is open but guided throughout. No prior dance experience necessary, but open mindedness is a prerequisite.

Dance Church classes are offered in dance spaces across the country. Our mission is to bring the joy and release of dance to every body, while supporting dance artists and partner organizations, and making connections between class takers and the dance world.

Dance Floor Tips:

• Arrive 5-15 minutes before class, no late entry permitted
• Teachers lead classes from the center of the space and we change our facing often
• We like our music loud, and the tempo is upbeat and energetic
• When you cannot hear or see the teacher, let other class takers be your guide
• No talking allowed, but singing is highly encouraged
• We move through various actions and coordinations throughout class, there is no learning choreography
• At times we move around the space, we go down to the floor and we hold hands briefly
• You can always modify as you need — go bigger, smaller, faster, slower as you please
• When in doubt, just dance.

What should I bring?

• Clothing that you’re comfortable moving and sweating in
• We recommend taking class barefoot or in socks
• Clean studio sneakers allowed if you have a personal need, please be mindful.
• Water bottle
• Face mask (optional)
• Earplugs (optional, available upon request)

Accessibility:

Century Ballroom has an elevator and restrooms which are fully ADA compliant. In addition, the 10th Avenue East entrance to the building has a ramp. If you require ADA assistance, please email info@dancechurch 48 hours prior to class.

Parking:

There is no on-site parking available, we recommend parking on neighboring streets, or commuting by public transit/biking/walking to take class.

Local favorites for your #postclassritual:

• Oddfellows Cafe
• Karachi Cowboy
• Cornelly

Safer Space Policy

Dance Church is a space for every body. We have a zero tolerance policy for discrimination of any kind.

Late Entry Policy

Check-in begins 15 minutes before your scheduled class time and we recommend arriving at least 5 minutes prior to the start of class to ensure a smooth check-in. After class has started, Dance Church will deny entry to new entrants.

Cancellation Policy

All purchases of tickets for In-Studio Classes are non-refundable after 9pm the day prior to your scheduled class. Unlimited Members who cancel after 9pm the day prior to your scheduled class or if you do not show up will be charged a $5 fee. Dance Church is not able to exchange your ticket for another class if you cancel your reservation.

Subsidized Membership

We want every body to be able to experience Dance Church! If you or anyone you know are facing any financial hurdles to joining our classes please check out our two special offerings for our Dance Church community!

Dance Artist Memberships

Subsidized Membership

Supporter Membership

Consider becoming a Supporter to help fund the subsidized memberships, as well as other Dance Church programming!

Supporter Membership