“Build a better brain through dance.”
Ballroom/Latin dance and more at Tina’s Carmel, Indiana studio and client locations.
Studies have shown that learning a new dance is superior to repetitive exercise in increasing neural connections.
A sampling of what is offered. Contact Tina to book a workshop in the Carmel, Indiana area.
- Adult Ballroom Dance
- “DanceBeat” Fitness–Dance routines and fun workout without a partner Ballroom Freestyle, Salsa Freestyle, or ‘80s Freestyle
- “Baby Boomer Fitness”
- Wellness and Cooking—recipes, kitchen tips, nutrition info, and more Tina can offer a workshop and prepare a meal at Athena House
Ballroom Dance
Tina has taught thousands of happy dancers with her easy-to-learn and practical method. The most common dances are foxtrot, swing, salsa, and Tina’s “American Slow Dance.” She created this dance for popular slow songs for which there is no standard ballroom dance.
Email Tina to schedule a session at Athena House, then purchase your session package below. You don’t have to make a commitment to a series of lessons.
1 couple: $65/50-min session
2 couples: $100/50-min session
Baby Boomer Fitness–Stretch and Strengthen
As a Baby Boomer, herself, Tina continues to practice what she teaches for her own health. Movements can be on the floor, in a chair, or standing, with hand-weights or other props. Lessen your chance of falling by strengthening your core, feet, and hips. Improve flexibility and coordination. Exercise both sides of your brain through visualization and music as you work through every joint from your head to your toes.
Teaching dance and fitness since the 80s
Free Classes for Veterans and Their Families
Tina is proud to offer programs through Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP), which provides free art and performing classes to veterans, service members, military spouses, family members, caregivers, and survivors. Over 3000+ veterans and their families participated this past year in various cities nationwide. Generous donations make this possible. Here’s the link for ASAP.
For children’s classes, go to the Youth Page
Coffee & Create— Greeting Cards Mixed media, printing, & collage
Sunday, February 1
2-5 pm
Create a Valentine (or other card) in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Art skills not required.
You’ll have patterns to trace and lots of visuals for ideas.
Refreshments served.
To register:
https://asapasap.org/event/cards-workshop/
Salsa Freestyle–dance fitness
Monday, April 13
7-8:30 pm
A fun workout for all levels. Move to the beat of Salsa and Cha-Cha, with footwork and turns to burn calories and improve coordination. No-pressure atmosphere. Bring your sense of humor; express your own style.
To register: Check back for registration link
From Tina: “Here is a 40-minute instructional video–for free. It’s a step-by-step foundation in the foxtrot, but the technique for leading and timing applies to many dances.”