WABASH, IN- Beginning on Mother’s Day, May 14th, WVDT will be offering ballroom dancing taught by instructor Matthew S. Smith. Classes will be for beginners and experienced dancers alike and a partner is not required! Dancers will have the opportunity to learn a variety of styles, such as the Tango, Rumba, and Foxtrot, and they will learn the technique and skills that are sure to impress on the dance floor.
The addition of ballroom dancing was something WVDT Director Melissa Ford-Kalbfell had been working to offer to the community. “There were many people who had expressed interest in ballroom dancing over the last couple of years, so I wanted to try and find a way to offer the class. In February, we had the opportunity to partner with Visit Wabash County for Dancing & Dinner, and the sold-out event definitely proved there were adults in and around our community who would take the class if it were offered on a regular basis. After I met Matthew, who has his own ballroom dance studio called Art of Dance Warsaw, the pieces just fell into place.”
The first session of ballroom dance classes will consist of eight Sunday afternoon classes between May and August. The first class will begin Sunday, May 14th from 2:00-3:00 p.m at Wabash Valley Dance Theater, 58 West Canal Street. The class schedule is listed as follows:
May 14 – Hustle
May 28 – Hustle
June 11 – Foxtrot
June 25 – Foxtrot
July 16 – Rumba
July 30 – Rumba
August 13 – Tango
August 27 – Tango
Registration for a full session or a single class can be done online at wabashvalleydance.org/ballroom. Due to studio space, registration is required in advance. Single classes are $17 or $34 for a couple, but the classes are discounted for those who register for a full session of eight classes. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Ford-Kalbfell at info@wabashvalleydance.org or (260) 377-4245.
About the Instructor
Matthew S. Smith is an accomplished entrepreneur, educator, and artist, with a deep passion for self-mastery and helping others achieve their full potential. As the full-time owner of a thriving Dojo and Dance studio, he brings his extensive experience and knowledge to bear on empowering students to achieve their goals.
With over two decades of experience in martial arts and dance, Matthew’s dedication to his craft is evident in his numerous accolades and achievements. He began his journey in the martial arts at the young age of 7 and has been recognized with the Top Dojo and Teacher awards for the past 3 consecutive years by the prestigious Juko-Kai International organization. As an American Rhythm Professional and Pro/Am competitor in the Midwest region, Matthew landed in the top 10 numerous times of the Top-Teacher awards, competing in all 4 of the major styles of Ballroom dancing.
Whether teaching ballroom dancing or traditional combat arts, Matthew is passionate about empowering others to live a more fulfilling, happy, and empowered life. His commitment to his students is evident in the positive impact he has made on countless lives over the years.
For more information on Matthew and his classes, please visit Juko-Ryu Toide & Martial Arts Center or Art of Dance Warsaw on Facebook.