Drop-In |
4+1 Classes |
8+2 Classes |
16+4 Classes |
Unlimited |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Community |
$30 | $110 ($22/class) |
$170 ($17/class) |
$260 ($13/class) |
$300 ($6-7/class) |
Contributor |
$165 | $225 | $390 | $450 | |
Financial Assistance |
$55 | $85 | Scholarship / Worktrade Opportunities Available | Scholarship / Worktrade Opportunities Available | |
| For new students or people curious to check out the studio | For people taking one class a week (with a bonus class!) | For people taking two class a week (with two bonus classes!) | For people taking four classes a week (with four bonus classes!!) | For the die-hard student who is commited to growing and wants the most bang from their buck! | |
| Practica or After-class Social | Included if you take any class that day Otherwise $5 |
FREE | |||
| Showcase Cost | $25 /couple $5 /formation |
$25 /couple $5 /formation |
$25 /couple $5 /formation |
$15 /couple FREE /formation |
FREE |
| Personal Practice Floor Fee | $20/hr | $20/hr | $20/hr | $10/hr | FREE |
| Access to Co-working time during open hours | ✕ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Other GCDC Events | Standard ticket price | FREE! | |||
Standard Community is our core price for our studio to continue operations.
Contributor directly funds Financial Assistance passes for other community members. (Thanks!)
Financial Assistance is for those who need a more accessible rate to take classes
Instruction Style & Passes
Monthly 4-week Progressive Series
While there will be opportunities for drop-ins, most of our material is designed to be taken in series. Much like you wouldn’t try to learn a foreign language in one hour, you wouldn’t want to rush learning to dance. It takes time to move past the awkward phase, and even more time to practice more advanced moves and styling. The good news is that our regular classes are a fun way to get there as a group!
In keeping with this philosophy, starting in February of 2026, all GCDC group classes will follow a monthly 4-week progressive series structure. Throughout the month, instructors will progressively build on a concept or combo, with drills and variations designed to help hone skills around that month’s theme. Drop-ins are welcome only on the first lesson of each month, after which all students will need to purchase the class series package to continue attending.
You may purchase a monthly pass through Punchpass, or buy a “drop in” ticket for individual classes (also through Punchpass).
5th Week Workshop
If a day happens to have 5 occurrences during a month, the 5th day will be a one-time drop-in workshop for that dance style! So on a 5th Tuesday, Tango class will be a one-time workshop, open to anyone at the appropriate level. Workshops will not be a continuation of the series; they're meant to be standalone sessions focused on a specific concept or layer, and may even feature a guest instructor!
Free Events & Social Dancing
As part of our mission to be an affordable space for our community, we strive to regularly host free opportunities to participate in a performance or attend a social dance. We have a twice monthly Chillonga (chill milonga), every-other-month Community Showcases, and more!
Money at GCDC
ALL the money you spend goes to fund more dancing here at GCDC. Whether it’s supporting local artists, renovating our space, or supporting our ability to offer reduced-cost rates to those who have financial needs. If you have specific financial needs, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us
Donations are accepted through Independent Arts & Media, a 501(c)3 charity, and are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.