Rock Valley College
Rockford, Illinois

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Whether your plan is to take classes and transfer to a four-year university or enter one of our career programs designed to get you into the workforce right away, Rock Valley College has what you are looking for. Select from one of our more than 60 transfer areas or more than 30 career programs.

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At Rock Valley College, you're not just a number. Our highly respected faculty have master's degrees, doctorates and real-world experience. You won't be competing for attention in a huge lecture hall. Our average class size is 21, so you'll get a chance to interact, challenge and be challenged by your instructors.

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Have fun. Try stuff. RVC gives you opportunities to get involved. There are lots of student activities to choose from. We offer more than 20 clubs and organizations. Try your hands at student government. Join the staff of our campus newspaper. What's it going to be?

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RVC competes in NJCAA Division III in men's and women's basketball, women's volleyball, golf, baseball, softball, and men's and women's tennis. Not to brag, but we're pretty good at it. Our teams have won seven national championships and we have had more than 100 All-Americans.

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The Estelle M. Black Library at Rock Valley College features nearly 75,000 volumes and more than 650 periodicals, and access to the interlibrary loan system. It also features spaces for individual and group study, and if you get thirsty, there's a coffee shop in the lobby!

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Ballroom Dancing

 Ballroom Dancing.

It's fun, it's easy... walk in-dance out!


JULIE DALE, professional ballroom dance instructor, from Sterling, Illinois has just returned from New York and brings to Rockford and Rock Valley College the latest in dance in addition to her traditional ballroom dancing classes: Waltz, foxtrot, Swing, Tango, Salsa, Polka and Country. It's all here and now!

Ballroom Dancing
(Adult) Treat your sweetheart! Learn to dance! Dance for poise, self-confidence and physical fitness. Learning to lead and learning to follow has never been easier. You'll look like a pro and dance like Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Bring a partner or come alone. Whether you are 18 or 80 dance is great exercise. "It's fun, it's easy...walk in-dance out! In addition to the two levels of dance education offered at RVC: Beginners and Intermediate Julie is also offering Private Lessons. If you are unsure which to take call Julie Dale at (815) 718-1814 or e-mail her at: julied12@hotmail.com.


BEGINNERS
Beginners Learn the steps that go with the dance. Learn how to lead and how to follow. Learn the head and body positions.

Waltz, Foxtrot and Swing
DNC 800 RV2        Julie Dale                       $70Ballroom partners
6/11/7-16           T 6:00-7:00 pm   6 Sessions
RVC STUDENT CTR BLDG                     Atrium

Waltz II, Foxtrot II and Swing II
DNC 800 RV4        Julie Dale                       $70
7/23-8/27           T 6:00-7:00 pm   6 Sessions
RVC STUDENT CTR BLDG                     Atrium


INTERMEDIATE 
Learn the turns, the dips and the flourishes to enhance your dancing skills.

Night Club Foxtrot, Rumba and East Coast Swing
DNC 800 RV3        Julie Dale                      $70
6/11-7/16           T 7:00-8:00 pm   6 Sessions
RVC STUDENT CTR BLDG                     Atrium

Waltz, Bolleo & West Coast Swing
DNC 800 RV5       Julie Dale                       $70
7/23-8/27           T 7:00-8:00 pm   6 Sessions
RVC STUDENT CTR BLDG                     Atrium


Private Lessons
Taking a cruise? Class reunion? Anniversary? A gift for that "Special Someone"! Learn to dance for our wedding! For Poise, self confidence and physical fitness! Choose the dance you want to learn. "Walk in - Dance out!"

SESSION I
  • A minimum of six sessions from 6/11-7/16
  • Each session is a 1/2 hour
  • Choose two or three dances for the six week session
  • You may decide with the teacher at your lesson time or contact her in advance.(815) 718-1814 or e-mail julied12@hotmail.com
  • Special rates for groups. Call (815) 718-1814
DNC 800 RV6        Julie Dale                  $96/person
6/11-7/16 Call for times (815) 718-1814   6 Sessions
RVC PHYSICAL EDUCATION CTR          Dance Studio

SESSION II 
  • A minimum of six sessions from 7/23-8/27
  • Each session is a 1/2 hour
  • Choose two dances for the six week session
  • You may decide with theteacher at your lessontime or contact her in advance (815) 718-1814or e-mail julied12@hotmail.com
  • You may bring music if you would like to learn to dance to a special song.
DNC 800 RV          Julie Dale                 $96/person
7/23-8/27 Call for times (815) 718-1814  6 Sessions
RVC PHYSICAL EDUCATION CTR          Dance Studio

Dances offered for private lessons: 
  • Any of the above taught in classes
  • Traditional: Paso Doble, Bachata, Bossa Nove, Mambo, Hustle,Bolero, Quickstep, East Coast and West Coast Swing and Disco.
  • Country Western: Country Swing, Slappin' Leather, Cotton Eyed Joe, Boot Scootin' Boogie, Electric Slide, Tootsie Roll, Fad Dances and Decades 60's, 70's, 80's, and 90's.

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