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Dancing The Night Away
By JD Noll, Feature Writer
Doyt and Lois Echelberger don’t hesitate to describe their ballroom dancing experiences as “enriching and rewarding.” They encourage those interested to join the comradery of USA Dance Sandusky.
The mission of this chapter is to provide social dancing opportunities, and the group often demonstrates for local organizations. Their vision is to provide “self-expression through ballroom dancing, socially as well as competitively. The focus on ballroom dancing contributes to the mental and physical aspects of well-being...in short, it’s good for
the body, heart,
mind and spirit.”
dance lesson, ballroom dancing, mixers, demos, line dancing and drawings complete each night. The next event is scheduled for October 21.
Echelberger says, “Mixers provide an opportunity to dance with many partners.” He emphasized that when newcomers attend their dances, they are introduced to others, helping them feel comfortable. They often share literature and other dance opportunities. No partner, no worries. “Our chapter holds several mixers during every event where a half dozen singles, men and women, dance with new people.
Retired high school science teacher and club communications manager, Doyt Echelberger and his wife, Lois, a USPS retiree, have been dancing for 60 years and are not slowing down. In 2013 they helped rebuild the Sandusky
The agenda also includes a few line dances where partners are not necessary, and many of the regular couples dance with other people. Members reside in over 20 area communities, and most of them are not competitive dancers. There’s no need for long, flowing gowns or tuxedos, simply wear whatever makes you feel comfortable.
Board members, Mimi and Roger Krempa first joined the group after taking a complimentary class at the Sandusky YMCA
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chapter
with
Duane
Diane Springer and other dance enthusiasts.
along President Mills,
Today,
40-50
attend
monthly dances usually held in the Milan Township
Hall.
parties
potluck
and beverages. A complimentary
about people the
Dance include snacks
USA Dance Sandusky Board Members, Mimi and Roger Krempa of Catawba
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