Classes
NEW CLASSES ARE HERE – Many to choose from! 
We’ve got virtual classes, outdoor, indoor, adapted, beginner, intermediate, daytime and evening classes. Scroll down for ALL the options!
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You want to get better at walking or moving around on various surfaces and in various environments, both inside and outside: Carpets, grass, and snowy walkways; among crowds, at theaters, and in your living room!
- You want to challenge yourself in a safe environment to reduce your risk of falls and increase your balance and stability.
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You are able to participate in medium-difficult activity without major health symptoms (like chest pain, shortness of breath, or dizziness).
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You can hear and see well enough to participate in a group class.
We have classes that fit different abilities. Ask which class is best for you.
Virtual
“NEXT STEPS”
FRIDAYS – 10:00a – 11:15am (Zoom)
05 January – 09 February 2024
Sponsored by the Madison Senior Center.
This class is for people who are independent in mobility and want to improve balance or who are looking for a little challenge!
Location: Zoom.
$45 for this 6 -week class.
Financial assistance available through the Madison Senior Center.
Register today! Click HERE.
In Person
Middleton, WI
WEDNESDAYS – 2:30-3:30p
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17 January – 06 March 2024 (8 weeks) – Rumba, Waltz, Irish Dance
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03 April – 22 May 2024 (8 weeks) – 2-Step, American Tango, Line-Dance
Location: Middleton Senior Center
7448 Hubbard Ave.
Sponsored by the Middleton Senior Center.
Each 8-week class: $48
Seated options in each class.
To register contact the Middleton Senior Center at 608-831-2373.
VIRTUAL AND ADAPTIVE!
FRIDAYS – 9:30a – 10:45a (Zoom)
26 January – 17 May 2024 (skip 29 March) – 16 weeks!
Bachata, Samba, Irish Dance & More!
Sponsored by the Madison Senior Center.
Our class is a welcoming Friday morning community that you can join from anywhere via Zoom. We have seated and standing variations, so you can dance as you recover from an injury or manage a chronic illness. Each week we explore a balance tip like mindful movement, safe ways to get up and down from the floor, or winter safety along with dancing! Please check with your doctor or physical therapist to see if a balance class would be right for you. Beginners and continuing students welcome.
Location: Zoom.
$115 for this 16 -week class.
Register HERE.
Financial assistance available through the Madison Senior Center.
Questions? Contact your instructors:
Atala – atalanicole@gmail.com or 608-770-8763
Krista – kabultmannspiro@gmail.com or 608-335-9252
In Person
Fitchburg, WI
THURSDAYS – 6:00 – 7:15p
2024 dates coming soon!
Location: Fitchburg Senior Center
5510 Lacy Rd., Fitchburg, WI 53711
Sponsored by the Fitchburg Senior Center
$ for this X-week class.
Register HERE or contact the Fitchburg Senior Center. Payment due within one week of start of class.
In Person
Waukesha, WI
TUESDAYS – 1:00 – 2:00p
13 February – 19 March 2024
Tango, Swing, Rumba, Line-dance, and Fox Trot
Location: Waukesha Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Dept. – Rotary Building
1150 Baxter St., Waukesha, WI 53186
Sponsored by the Waukesha Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Dept.
No fee for this 6-week class!
Register HERE or call 262-524-3737.
In Person
Madison, WI
FRIDAYS – 10:00 – 11:30am
01 March – 03 May 2024 (skip 12 & 26 April)
Latin, Smooth & Line Dances… and more!
Location: Madison Central Library (201 W. Mifflin St.)
Sponsored by Madison Senior Center.
$65 – for this 8 -week class
Financial assistance available. Follow directions when registering.
TO REGISTER complete this form or contact Susan Frikken, instructor, at 608-692-8794.
Deadline: Friday 23 February
This class has a cap. We will keep a waitlist.
In Person - OUTDOORS
Madison, WI
“NEXT STEPS”
THURSDAYS – 9:30am – 10:45am
13 June – 15 August 2024
Location: Yahara Place Park, 2025 Yahara Place, Madison, WI
Sponsored by Madison Senior Center.
This class is for people who are independent in mobility and want to improve balance or who are looking for a little challenge!
$65 – for this class. Pay for 8, get up to 10 classes; two inclement weather days worked in.
Financial assistance available. Follow directions when registering.
TO REGISTER complete this form or contact Susan Frikken, instructor, at 608-692-8794.
Deadline: Thursday 06 June.
In Person
Madison, WI
FRIDAYS – 10:00 – 11:30am
13 September – 06 December 2024
Location: Madison Central Library (201 W. Mifflin St.)
Sponsored by Madison Senior Center.
$TBA. Class will be 8 – 11 weeks.
Financial assistance available. Follow directions when registering.
TO REGISTER complete this form or contact Susan Frikken, instructor, at 608-692-8794.
Deadline: Friday 06 September.
This class has a cap. We will keep a waitlist.
