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meet many friendly people. As a retired speech therapist and teacher, I
highly recommend checking out the UMC Activities Center.”

Shirley James
“Line Dancing caught my eye while visiting my mom in her nursing
home. The Dance Team was there entertaining the residents. I decided
that when I retired I wanted to Line Dance, too. I began with lessons in
2015 and eventually joined a team. I enjoy the dancing, the wonderful
friendships I have made and the exercise it provides my body. I would
encourage any seniors who want to exercise, make new friends and just
have fun to check out the classes at the UMC Activities Center.”

Jan O’Boyle

“I recently retired and wanted to get involved in various activities that
I wasn't able to do while working. I love music and dancing, so learning
to line dance at UMC AC was a perfect choice for me. new dances. I joined the performance troupe and our
“Once I learned the basic steps, I was eager to try the next level. team became a close-knit group because we enjoy being
Dancing as a group requires a lot of coordination and practice, and I together. We have a Bible Study and go on trips together,
found I enjoyed the challenge. Having the opportunity to join a dance which has drawn us even closer.
team and perform for enthusiastic audiences has been a real pleasure. I “Line dancing has given me confidence to perform
would encourage other people with similar interests to try it.”
in front of people, knowing that what we are doing is
a blessing to many people, especially those confined in
Carol Jean Bartlett nursing homes. They are always so appreciative and
“What if there was a way to exercise that was fun, physically and complimentary when we visit them. We give back to the
mentally healthy and something you looked forward to doing, with a community, and are rewarded by becoming healthier
great group of friends? You’re in luck. It’s called Line Dancing! All classes ourselves!”
are in the daytime, and the music and people are great. Even with no
dance background you can start in the Vocabulary classes where you
learn the names of basic steps and how to move your feet in those patterns
- add some music and voila, you are dancing!
“ I have been Line Dancing for around 20 years. Being a part of the
High Class Ladies program troupe adds the extra bonus of inspiring
others to tap their feet, clap their hands, sing along, and have fun! Music
and movement is great therapy for us all.”

Jan Edmister
“Three years ago I retired after 23 years at the Health Sciences Center.
Many of my friends were either still working or had already retired and
moved away from the Lubbock area. But one friend had attended a few
line dancing classes and told me how much she enjoyed them.
“That’s why I first stepped into the UMC AC. Having never really
danced in my life, I wasn't too confident I could actually learn to dance.
I was wrong! The instructors are patient and they make everyone feel
welcome and comfortable. The reason I continue to dance is to stay
physically active and socially connected with other active people.”

Joyce Milam 5217 82nd Street #128 • Lubbock, TX
“I began to line dance about 13 years ago because I thought it would For class information please call
be a fun way to exercise. It really has been that, and so much more. I 806.783.8829
had always loved to dance and it was easy for me to learn the steps and

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