A place with a great learning atmosphere and social vibe where new friendships are made!
Tuesday DECEMBER 9th, 2025
W/C Swing Tuesdays @ The Boogie in Bethesda
Featuring WCS Open Champion LARA DENI w/Jeselle Clark
PLUS, Emily Aukamp and Ken Roesel
DJ Nightshade (Geoff Newell) and DJ Night Owl (Ian Stalker)
CLASS STRUCTURE GUIDELINES:
*LEVEL-1 WCS Monthly Progressive Series "Essentials Basics" (Intro to 6 beat basic structures, and techniques of WCS. Plus, general concepts and techniques of partner dancing) (*no pre-requisite required, open to all levels)
NOTE: "New WCS" Level-1 Drop-ins can only enter class during weeks 1 & 2. Experienced Level 1 Dancers are welcome at any time. Level-1 WCS Progressive Series "Essential Basics" runs 12/2/25 to 12/23/25: (4 weeks this month. We are closed for the holidays on Dec 30th)
*LEVEL-2 WCS Weekly Drop-In classes "Beyond Basics" - 6 beat foundational movement variations, intro to 8 beat movement structures, next level Lead/Follow and connection technique for better dancing. (*Pre-requisite - Have developed and can execute everyday WCS Basic movements. i.e., Starter Step, Left Side Pass, Left Side Under, Right Side Pass to open/closed position, Right Side Under, and Push)
*LEVEL-3 WCS Weekly Drop-In classes "Diverse Expressions" - Next level movement, timing variations, and technique development (*Pre-requisite - Have developed and can execute everyday WCS Basic movements and variations. i.e., Starter Step, Left Side Pass, Left Side Under, Right Side Pass to open/closed position, Right Side Under, Push, and Standard Whip. Additionally, some incorporated basic variations of these movements, including basic rotational movement.
NOTE: These current guidelines are not" associated with or guided by the WSDC guidelines for competitive dancing and are subject to updates.
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https://www.worldsdc.com/ )
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*DECEMBER Instructor and DJ Schedule
(Listed instructor dance levels are based on accumulated World Swing Dance Council competitive points, and are only a partial reflection of the instructor's depth of skills and knowledge.)
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* WEEK 2 - December 9th, 2025
730pm (Solarium Room) L-1 WCS BASICS Progressive Series w/Jeselle Clark (wcs adv)
*NOTE: Level-1 WCS Progressive Series "Essential Basics" runs 12/2/25 to 12/23/25: (4 weeks this month. We are closed for the holidays on Dec 30th) "New WCS" Level-1 Drop-ins can only enter class during weeks 1 & 2. Experienced Level 1 Dancers are welcome at any time.
730pm (Main Ballroom) L-2 WCS Drop-In " Floor Connection Movement Development. Plus a quick Cliff Notes review of previous Em & Ken's monthly classes from Oct and Nov. ("Press line turn exits, Proper tethering, What is and who anchors in the dance, Close your turns and Spin/Turns timing for better control and dynamics") w/Emily Aukamp & Ken Roesel (wcs intermediate & champions)
815pm (Solarium Room) L-1&2 Drop-In Supervised Drills & Practice Class w/Emily Aukamp & Ken Roesel (wcs intermediate & champions)
815pm (Main Ballroom) L-3 WCS Drop-in “Blind Man Whip Variations” w/Open Champion LARA DENI w/Jeselle Clark (wcs all-star & advance)
9pm to 1130pm WCS DANCE SOCIAL
Mainline w/DJ Nightshade (Geoff Newell)
Power Hour w/DJ Night Owl (Ian Stalker)
LATER THIS MONTH>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
WEEK 3 - December 16th, 2025
730pm (Solarium Room) L-1 WCS BASICS Progressive Series w/Jeselle Clark (wcs adv)
730pm (Main Ballroom) L-2 WCS Drop-In Class w/Rebecca Menon & Jeff Bragg (wcs advanced)
815pm (Solarium Room) L-1&2 Drop-In Supervised Drills & Practice Class w/Rebecca Menon & Jeff Bragg (wcs advanced)
815pm (Main Ballroom) L 3/4 WCS Drop-In Class w/STEVE WILDER w/Mandy Fried (wcs all-star & advance)
WCS DANCE SOCIAL 9pm to 1130pm
Mainline w/DJ Glitter (Helene Horowitz)
Power Hour w/DJ LOJYK (James Kong)
WEEK 4 - December 23rd, 2025 HOLIDAY PARTY
*Special holiday dance entertainment at the break featuring a special guest) Plus, UGLY SWEATER CONTEST w/Cash Prizes!!
730pm (Solarium Room) L-1 WCS BASICS Progressive Series w/Kiona Leah (wcs intermediate)
730pm (Main Ballroom) L-2 WCS Drop-In Class w/Jeselle Clark & Anthony Audin (wcs advanced and all-star)
815pm (Solarium Room) L-1&2 Drop-In Supervised Drills & Practice Class w/Jeselle Clark & Anthony Audin (wcs advanced and all-star)
815pm (Main Ballroom) L 3/4 WCS Drop-In Class w/GREG & LEMERY ROLLINSCOTT (wcs champions
WCS DANCE SOCIAL 9pm to 1130pm
Mainline w/DJ 4ier (John Collini)
(*Special holiday dance entertainment at the break featuring a special guest) Plus, UGLY SWEATER CONTEST w/Cash Prizes!!
Power Hour w/DJ Captain Krisp (Kristine Sandt)
WEEK 5 - December 30, 2025
WE ARE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS. See you in 2026!!
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ADMISSION $
$15 from 730pm to close.
$10 for H.S. & Full-time Undergrad Students with ID
NOTE: PAYMENT OPTIONS
*Cash
*Checks payable to > DEEP LLC
*Paypal
*Venmo
*Apple Pay
*Credit Cards
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LOCATION
5500 Sonoma Rd., Bethesda, MD 20817
We are approximately 1 mile off Exit 36 of the 495 Beltway, heading towards Bethesda on Old Georgetown Road. We are located at the corner of Old Georgetown Road and Sonoma Road. (Directly across the street from NIH.)
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QUESTIONS? CONTACT INFO:
Ken Roesel
*Facebook Messenger to Boogie Bethesda
https://www.facebook.com/boogie.bethesda/
*Email -
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*Text (703)282-4187
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