Two dancers lead from the start

JOYFUL LINE DANCE

When Joyful Line Dance Club started in March 2014, it was with the purpose of providing LWers an opportunity for physical activity and to improve mental acuity in a social environment, with a special focus on getting the community’s men off their couches. Back then, the group met on Wednesdays in the Clubhouse 3 Lobby and Fridays on the Amphitheater stage.

Among the club’s charter members were Chung Cha Lewis and George Pinada. They specialize in dances to “Blue Spanish Eyes,” “Blue Rose Is,” “I’m Alive,” “Mamma Mia,” “Uptown Funk,” “Tennessee Waltz Surprise,” “Come Dance With Me,” “Summer Night Cha Cha” and more. From the beginning, the group’s leaders have taken turns in front of the class, sharing the responsibility and ensuring variety.

Joyful Line now meets every Thursday from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. upstairs in Clubhouse 6. For the safety and health of its members, classes are limited to 30 people on a first-come, firstserved basis. Exercise shoes are recommended, and face masks are mandatory. For more information, text Anna Derby at (562) 301-5339.