DD Kullman Step into more joy and relaxation this May, Mental Health Awareness Month. Improving mental health can incorporate therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes. However, one often-overlooked activity that can also positively impact mental health is ballroom dancing. According to research, ballroom dancing can help reduce stress and anxiety. The focus required to master intricate…
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March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Discover the Joy of Dance with Kevin Carpenter!
Two left feet? No rhythm? Want to connect with your partner? I’m Kevin Carpenter, a professional ballroom instructor with eight years of full-time teaching and competitive experience. I’m excited to bring ongoing dance opportunities to the Sun Lakes community, offering fun and social classes and private lessons for all experience levels. Dancing is more than…
November 2024, Clubs & Classes
November Dance Lessons
Edie Gilbertsen Salsa classes are on Mondays, Nov. 11 and 18, from 5 to 5:45 p.m. Level 1 Line Dance classes are on Mondays, Nov. 11 and 18, from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. Argentine Tango classes are on Wednesdays, Nov. 6, 13, and 20, from 5 to 5:45 p.m. Private lessons can be scheduled between…
October 2024, Front Page
Halloween Dinner Dance October 27
John Yu The 2024 Halloween Ball on Sunday, Oct. 27, will thrill you with music, dinner, and dance in the Cottonwood San Tan Ballroom. Come for a dance lesson from 4 to 4:45 p.m. or just come to the dinner dance from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. A special dinner menu with a great variety of…
September 2024, Generals
The Dance Season Begins on September 22
John Yu It’s time for another new season of dinner, dance, and music. You are all invited to the Sun Lakes Sunday Dance Club on Sunday, Sept. 22, at Cottonwood’s San Tan Ballroom for the start of our 36th season. We will begin with one of the Valleys most popular duets, Palmer and Rossana. No…
Generals, June 2024
Summer Ballroom Dance Classes for Singles and Couples
John Yu What better way to get rid of the summer doldrums than to learn ballroom dances? Many residents want to do ballroom dancing but do not know how to get started. Well, thanks to David Guthrie, our Cottonwood Palo Verde Active Lifestyles Director, the Sunday Dance Club will be conducting Ballroom Basics classes throughout…
April 2024, Clubs & Classes
It’s Always Fun with the Fun Lakers!
Joyce Selk Something new was tried at the Wining, Dining, and Dancing night when seating was assigned randomly to mix things up so attendees had a chance to meet someone new, and everyone seemed to love it! Sometimes it’s good to get out of our comfort zone, especially at our ages. In addition to the…
April 2024, Clubs & Classes
Ballroom and Line Dance Classes with Edie Gilbertsen
On Mondays, April 8 through April 29, learn Western Dance from 5 to 5:45 p.m. and West Coast Swing from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. On Wednesdays, April 3 through April 24, Advanced Line Dance classes are from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m., and Beginning Line Dance classes are from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Lessons in Latin…
April 2024, Generals
Sunday Dance April 7
John Yu You are invited to the Sun Lakes Dance on Sunday, April 7, at Cottonwood’s San Tan Ballroom for the last dance of our 35th anniversary season. The longest private dance venue in Sun Lakes provides dinner, dance, and live music and has continued because of the support from Sun Lakes residents. We are…
January 2024, Clubs & Classes
Dance Classes with Edie Gilbertsen
Two-step classes will be held on Mondays from 5:15 to 6 p.m. for four weeks beginning Jan 8. The cost is $30 per person for all four weeks. Beginner Line Dance classes will be held on Mondays from 6 to 6:30 p.m. (one dance per week) beginning Jan. 8. The cost is $5 for 30…