in addition to our weekly classes, we love hosting monthly social dances, line dancing pop-ups, specialty workshops, guest instructors, and more!
the Rio Show!
purchase tickets to our favorite day of the year - the Rio Show! we are so excited to share dance with our community. whether you know a dancer in the show, are curious about Rio, or are just a fan of dance - we can't wait to perform for you!
dance hour: pop-up class!
NEW class! Book your spot.
welcome to DANCE HOUR - an upbeat, all-levels dance class designed to help you feel confident, free, and fully immersed in the music.
choreography will be taught step-by-step with lots of repetition and layering, making it easy to follow and fun to learn.
what to expect: in each 1-hour class you can expect a warm-up, time to learn multiple dances, and a cool-down/stretch
what to wear: dancers are encouraged to wear whatever they feel most comfortable moving in, including clean dance sneakers or athletic shoes. come enjoy this welcoming, low-pressure environment where the focus is simply to keep moving, enjoy the music, and have fun dancing.
saturday night fever: west coast swing social!
this event is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio (though we will be in attendance - dancing the night away!).
class packs / memberships do not apply. no advance registration.
Saturday Night Fever: West Coast Swing social
Join the local WCS community for a monthly West Coast Swing based social gathering on the third saturday of each month, located on the Rio Dance Studio dance floor! Beginners and friends welcome. All dance styles encouraged, though the music will be best suited for West Coast Swing.
Suggested $5 per person to cover studio usage. No advanced Sign-ups. Please bring dance shoes [no street shoes on the dance floor]!
afrofusion dance
[This class is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio and cannot be booked in advance. Please plan to just show up!]
Afrofusion Dance is West African based movement with live drumming.
summer block party!
party in the parking lot! bring your own chair and $$ for tacos and ice cream. all are welcome!
no advance sign-ups - just save the date, tell your friends, and come hang.
ecstatic dance: sunday pop-up!
join us for a cleansing 1.5-hour journey of freeform movement, music, and connection.
saturday night fever: west coast swing social!
this event is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio (though we will be in attendance - dancing the night away!).
class packs / memberships do not apply. no advance registration.
Saturday Night Fever: West Coast Swing social
Join the local WCS community for a monthly West Coast Swing based social gathering on the third saturday of each month, located on the Rio Dance Studio dance floor! Beginners and friends welcome. All dance styles encouraged, though the music will be best suited for West Coast Swing.
Suggested $5 per person to cover studio usage. No advanced Sign-ups. Please bring dance shoes [no street shoes on the dance floor]!
dance hour: pop-up class!
NEW class! Book your spot!
welcome to DANCE HOUR - an upbeat, all-levels dance class designed to help you feel confident, free, and fully immersed in the music.
choreography will be taught step-by-step with lots of repetition and layering, making it easy to follow and fun to learn.
what to expect: in each 1-hour class you can expect a warm-up, time to learn multiple dances, and a cool-down/stretch
what to wear: dancers are encouraged to wear whatever they feel most comfortable moving in, including clean dance sneakers or athletic shoes. come enjoy this welcoming, low-pressure environment where the focus is simply to keep moving, enjoy the music, and have fun dancing.
dance hour: pop-up class!
NEW class! Book your spot!
welcome to DANCE HOUR - an upbeat, all-levels dance class designed to help you feel confident, free, and fully immersed in the music.
choreography will be taught step-by-step with lots of repetition and layering, making it easy to follow and fun to learn.
what to expect: in each 1-hour class you can expect a warm-up, time to learn multiple dances, and a cool-down/stretch
what to wear: dancers are encouraged to wear whatever they feel most comfortable moving in, including clean dance sneakers or athletic shoes. come enjoy this welcoming, low-pressure environment where the focus is simply to keep moving, enjoy the music, and have fun dancing.
WCS Workshop: Feeling the Pocket - Dancing West Coast Swing to Swung Rhythm and the Blues!
In this workshop, we'll dig into what swung rhythm actually feels like and how to let it shake up your footwork, timing, and connection with a partner.
saturday night fever: west coast swing social!
this event is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio (though we will be in attendance - dancing the night away!).
class packs / memberships do not apply. no advance registration.
Saturday Night Fever: West Coast Swing social
Join the local WCS community for a monthly West Coast Swing based social gathering on the third saturday of each month, located on the Rio Dance Studio dance floor! Beginners and friends welcome. All dance styles encouraged, though the music will be best suited for West Coast Swing.
Suggested $5 per person to cover studio usage. No advanced Sign-ups. Please bring dance shoes [no street shoes on the dance floor]!
saturday night fever: west coast swing social!
this event is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio (though we will be in attendance - dancing the night away!).
class packs / memberships do not apply. no advance registration.
Saturday Night Fever: West Coast Swing social
Join the local WCS community for a monthly West Coast Swing based social gathering on the third saturday of each month, located on the Rio Dance Studio dance floor! Beginners and friends welcome. All dance styles encouraged, though the music will be best suited for West Coast Swing.
Suggested $5 per person to cover studio usage. No advanced Sign-ups. Please bring dance shoes [no street shoes on the dance floor]!
OPENING NUMBER: the Rio Show
[ for dancers who are already performing in the Rio Show through a semester class or performing event. ]
you are invited to participate in our all-cast OPENING NUMBER! we are so excited to gather our dancers across styles, levels, and genres to perform in the opening number together. the dance will not be style specific and will be a short section of choreography accessible to all dancers.
plan to attend one [ or more] of the FREE workshops to learn the choreography!
workshop dates:
friday, 4/24 at 6:45pm
friday, 5/1 at 6:45pm
saturday, 5/23 at 4pm
sunday, 5/31 at 6:45pm
sunday, 6/7 at 6:45pm
note: you will also be required to be in attendance for the dress rehearsals [see below].
dress rehearsals dates:
june 8 at 9:30pm*
june 9 at 9:30pm*
*this opening number will be reviewed during the final dress rehearsal time slots.
we will provide a video tutorial for additional practice and reference between learning the dance and dress rehearsals!
OPENING NUMBER: the Rio Show
[ for dancers who are already performing in the Rio Show through a semester class or performing event. ]
you are invited to participate in our all-cast OPENING NUMBER! we are so excited to gather our dancers across styles, levels, and genres to perform in the opening number together. the dance will not be style specific and will be a short section of choreography accessible to all dancers.
plan to attend one [ or more] of the FREE workshops to learn the choreography!
workshop dates:
friday, 4/24 at 6:45pm
friday, 5/1 at 6:45pm
saturday, 5/23 at 4pm
sunday, 5/31 at 6:45pm
sunday, 6/7 at 6:45pm
note: you will also be required to be in attendance for the dress rehearsals [see below].
dress rehearsals dates:
june 8 at 9:30pm*
june 9 at 9:30pm*
*this opening number will be reviewed during the final dress rehearsal time slots.
we will provide a video tutorial for additional practice and reference between learning the dance and dress rehearsals!
SEXY HEELS pop-up
hilary (aka our Burlesque queen, Va Vachere 💋 ) will be teaching another incredible SEXY HEELS combo!
this class will be 1.5 hours to give us lots of time to dance together!
sexy heels is for ALL levels! heels are optional, all gender expressions are welcome. 🌈
OPENING NUMBER: the Rio Show
[ for dancers who are already performing in the Rio Show through a semester class or performing event. ]
you are invited to participate in our all-cast OPENING NUMBER! we are so excited to gather our dancers across styles, levels, and genres to perform in the opening number together. the dance will not be style specific and will be a short section of choreography accessible to all dancers.
plan to attend one [ or more] of the FREE workshops to learn the choreography!
workshop dates:
friday, 4/24 at 6:45pm
friday, 5/1 at 6:45pm
saturday, 5/23 at 4pm
sunday, 5/31 at 6:45pm
sunday, 6/7 at 6:45pm
note: you will also be required to be in attendance for the dress rehearsals [see below].
dress rehearsals dates:
june 8 at 9:30pm*
june 9 at 9:30pm*
*this opening number will be reviewed during the final dress rehearsal time slots.
we will provide a video tutorial for additional practice and reference between learning the dance and dress rehearsals!
REGGEATÓN: open level
This class blends reggaetón foundations, perreo, bounce, hips, and musicality with hip-hop texture and style - designed to match YOUR level!
Can't get enough of Bad Bunny or shaking your hips to Shakira? This class is for you. 💁🏻♀️
cha-cha: workshop
for this workshop no dance experience is required. we will be learning basic rhythm, style and technique for the signature cha-cha-cha steps with deliberate breakdown of each step that will build into a short routine.
learn the SHIM SHAM
learn the shim sham! this traditional vernacular dance is a famous 1920s jazz line dance, often called the "national anthem of tap" and a staple closing performance at jazz and tap shows worldwide!
afrofusion dance
[This class is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio and cannot be booked in advance. Please plan to just show up!]
Afrofusion Dance is West African based movement with live drumming.
BREAKDANCE workshop
welcome to breakdancing! we are so excited to host this 2 hour workshop meant to give you a solid intro into the art of breaking.
OPENING NUMBER: the Rio Show
[ for dancers who are already performing in the Rio Show through a semester class or performing event. ]
you are invited to participate in our all-cast OPENING NUMBER! we are so excited to gather our dancers across styles, levels, and genres to perform in the opening number together. the dance will not be style specific and will be a short section of choreography accessible to all dancers.
plan to attend one [ or more] of the FREE workshops to learn the choreography!
workshop dates:
friday, 4/24 at 6:45pm
friday, 5/1 at 6:45pm
saturday, 5/23 at 4pm
sunday, 5/31 at 6:45pm
sunday, 6/7 at 6:45pm
note: you will also be required to be in attendance for the dress rehearsals [see below].
dress rehearsals dates:
june 8 at 9:30pm*
june 9 at 9:30pm*
*this opening number will be reviewed during the final dress rehearsal time slots.
we will provide a video tutorial for additional practice and reference between learning the dance and dress rehearsals!
OPENING NUMBER: the Rio Show
[ for dancers who are already performing in the Rio Show through a semester class or performing event. ]
you are invited to participate in our all-cast OPENING NUMBER! we are so excited to gather our dancers across styles, levels, and genres to perform in the opening number together. the dance will not be style specific and will be a short section of choreography accessible to all dancers.
plan to attend one [ or more] of the FREE workshops to learn the choreography!
workshop dates:
friday, 4/24 at 6:45pm
friday, 5/1 at 6:45pm
saturday, 5/23 at 4pm
sunday, 5/31 at 6:45pm
sunday, 6/7 at 6:45pm
note: you will also be required to be in attendance for the dress rehearsals [see below].
dress rehearsals dates:
june 8 at 9:30pm*
june 9 at 9:30pm*
*this opening number will be reviewed during the final dress rehearsal time slots.
we will provide a video tutorial for additional practice and reference between learning the dance and dress rehearsals!
afrofusion dance
[This class is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio and cannot be booked in advance. Please plan to just show up!]
Afrofusion Dance is West African based movement with live drumming.
saturday night fever: west coast swing social!
this event is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio (though we will be in attendance - dancing the night away!).
class packs / memberships do not apply. no advance registration.
Saturday Night Fever: West Coast Swing social
Join the local WCS community for a monthly West Coast Swing based social gathering on the third saturday of each month, located on the Rio Dance Studio dance floor! Beginners and friends welcome. All dance styles encouraged, though the music will be best suited for West Coast Swing.
Suggested $5 per person to cover studio usage. No advanced Sign-ups. Please bring dance shoes [no street shoes on the dance floor]!
SEXY HEELS pop-up
hilary (aka our Burlesque queen, Va Vachere 💋 ) will be teaching another incredible SEXY HEELS combo!
this class will be 1.5 hours to give us lots of time to dance together!
sexy heels is for ALL levels! heels are optional, all gender expressions are welcome. 🌈
REGGEATÓN x hip hop: intermediate
Reggaetón was born in Puerto Rico and shaped by Afro-Caribbean rhythm, hip-hop, and street culture. This class blends reggaetón foundations perreo, bounce, hips, and musicality with hip-hop texture and style - designed to match YOUR level!
If you’ve ever caught yourself bouncing to Bad Bunny or admiring how Shakira moves her hips, this class is for you.
[we are also offering a BEGINNER version of this class on 3/13! ]
SEXY HEELS pop-up
hilary (aka our Burlesque queen, Va Vachere 💋 ) will be teaching another incredible SEXY HEELS combo!
plan to have a full warm-up and stretch before learning some sexy choreo. this class will be 1.5 hours to give us lots of time to dance together!
sexy heels is for ALL levels! heels are optional, all gender expressions are welcome. 🌈 feel free to get in character [fishnets, corsets, booty short, bodysuits - whatever makes you feel sexyy]!!
SEXY HEELS pop-up
hilary (aka our Burlesque queen, Va Vachere 💋 ) will be teaching another incredible SEXY HEELS combo!
plan to have a full warm-up and stretch before learning some sexy choreo. this class will be 1.5 hours to give us lots of time to dance together!
sexy heels is for ALL levels! heels are optional, all gender expressions are welcome. 🌈 feel free to get in character [fishnets, corsets, booty short, bodysuits - whatever makes you feel sexyy]!!
saturday night fever: west coast swing social!
this event is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio (though we will be in attendance - dancing the night away!).
class packs / memberships do not apply. no advance registration.
Saturday Night Fever: West Coast Swing social
Join the local WCS community for a monthly West Coast Swing based social gathering on the third saturday of each month, located on the Rio Dance Studio dance floor! Beginners and friends welcome. All dance styles encouraged, though the music will be best suited for West Coast Swing.
Suggested $5 per person to cover studio usage. No advanced Sign-ups. Please bring dance shoes [no street shoes on the dance floor]!
IRISH DANCE: learn Céilí Dancing
During this event, we will be learning Ceili dancing with Claire Gutschenritter from Flathead Valley Irish Dance. Ceili is a timeless social dance from Ireland for every generation.
Ceili dancing is for all levels of experience. Once we start Ceili dancing, participants can choose the level of exertion that they prefer! Walking, shuffling, and hopping around all work just fine.
afrofusion dance
[This class is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio and cannot be booked in advance. Please plan to just show up!]
Afrofusion Dance is West African based movement with live drumming.
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broadway: CHICAGO [all that jazz]
ALL THAT JAZZ! join us to learn this iconic [original!] broadway choreography with Meredith Patterson. we will dive into the stylistic choices of Bob Fosse and the character choices from this specific number, immersing ourselves in roaring twenties era Chicago.
saturday night fever: west coast swing social!
this event is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio (though we will be in attendance - dancing the night away!).
class packs / memberships do not apply. no advance registration.
Saturday Night Fever: West Coast Swing social
Join the local WCS community for a monthly West Coast Swing based social gathering, located on the Rio Dance Studio dance floor! Beginners and friends welcome. All dance styles encouraged, though the music will be best suited for West Coast Swing.
Suggested $5 per person to cover studio usage. No advanced Sign-ups. Please bring dance shoes [no street shoes on the dance floor]!
broadway: FAME
let's dance together in celebration of the iconic musical + 80's movie, FAME, with our very own Meredith Patterson
afrofusion dance class
[This class is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio and cannot be booked in advance. Please plan to just show up!]
Afrofusion Dance is West African based movement with live drumming.
SEXY HEELS: galentine's pop-up!
it's not Valentine's day weekend without SEXY HEELS! ❤️🔥
hilary (aka our Burlesque queen, Va Vachere) will be teaching a combo to Oxytocin by THE Billie Eillish. 🥵
plan to have a full warm-up and stretch before learning some sexy choreo. this class will be 1.5 hours to give us lots of time to dance together!
sexy heels is for ALL levels! heels are optional, all gender expressions are welcome. 🌈 feel free to get in character [fishnets, corsets, booty short, bodysuits - whatever makes you feel sexyy]!!
ecstatic dance: sunday pop-up!
join us for a cleansing 1.5-hour journey of freeform movement, music, and connection.
broadway: 42ND STREET
join us for a night of New York City dreams and broadway magic - with our very own star of the stage, Meredith Patterson!
this pop-up class will be 2 hours and include a warm-up, stretch, some history / context for this beloved musical AND - the main event - some classic choreography from the show's title track '42nd Street'!
plan to wear clothing you can sweat in! character shoes are fun, but not required - jazz shoes, socks, or barefeet work great.
ecstatic dance: sunday pop-up!
join us for a cleansing 1.5-hour journey of freeform movement, music, and connection.
afrofusion dance class
[This class is not affiliated with Rio Dance Studio and cannot be booked in advance. Please plan to just show up!]
Afrofusion Dance is West African based movement with live drumming.
broadway: WICKED
embrace your inner Elphaba and Glinda and join us for a fun, vibrant celebration of one of our favorite Broadway musicals + films.