Workshops

Beginner Heels Dance Progressive

An introduction to heels fundamentals: walks, turns, and musicality + choreography. Tap into your feminine energy, strut your stuff, and celebrate yourself with this empowering dance program!

For absolute beginner, and beginner dancers:
This class is for you if...

You’re a beginner looking to learn foundations
You used to take dance class, and want to get back into it
You’re looking to try a new form of exercise
You want to treat yourself with some self-love

Heels highly recommended, but not required! Dancers can also participate in a comfortable sneaker if a heel is not accessible.

This program is suited for dancers 18+

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$120.00 per dancer
Location: Rivertown Dance Academy
258 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A6
Dates & Times:
Sunday, February 8th, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Sunday, February 15th, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Sunday, February 22nd, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Sunday, March 1st, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rachel Jones
Rachel is a creative, versatile and passionate artist who is driven and pushes boundaries to seek artistic excellence. She continuously strives for a new challenge in every opportunity as a performer, choreographer and teacher. Rachel is determined, dedicated and committed to all styles of dance and is trained in Jazz, Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap, Hiphop, Ballroom and Acrobatics. Her innovative nature and ability to excel and adapt in fast-paced environments define her as a rising talent. As a graduate from Centennial College in the Dance Performance Diploma Program, Rachel is excited to share her talent worldwide and inspire others through the performing arts.
Consider your comfort in heels, including balance. Typical heel height for dance is anywhere between 1 and 4 inches. If you’re new to dancing in heels, a thicker 1-3 inch heel is a good place to start. Ensure your heel provides ankle and foot support: open toes, closed back, and lace-up or ankle strap.
It is also important to ask, do I have any injuries or other movement issues that might be uncomfortable for my body to dance in a heel? Have awareness and opt to take class in a sneaker at any point.
Additional resources:
- Dance Heels for Beginner Heels Dancers: Quick Dos & Don’ts Checklist
- What Kind of Heels Do I Wear To a Heels Class?

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