Ongoing
Sundays
Ongoing Sundays, 10-11 am. Join Sarit for weekly outdoor Nia classes at the Thomas Center Gardens.
Nia is a low-impact movement technique, inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. Nia is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Nia creates a playful and powerful experience, boosting pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Small group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Sarit Ben-David Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor, who has been sharing her passion to Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011. To RSVP and for questions, please contact Sarit. Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][email][events]
Ongoing Sundays, 3-8 pm. 3-5 pm Swingout Workshop
5-8 pm Dance Party including line dancing with James Wesley Jr.
$25 for dance workshop and dance party
$20 workshop only
$15 dance party only
Cashapp $blssdfuture
Conch and More will be on location.
If you cannot attend, donations will be greatly appreciated.
Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Sundays, 4-7 pm. Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Bartley Temple, 1936 NE 8 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Sundays, 6-7:30 pm. Engaging, challenging, empowering. $20 drop in. $72 for 4 classes. Salsa Mundial Studio, 3501 SW 2 Avenue, Suite G, Gainesville. Najmah Nour Bellydance - [email][events]
Mondays
Ongoing Mondays, 5:30-6:30 pm. Come get your steps in y'all. Everyone is welcome. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Mondays, 6-9 pm. Mondays
6:00 pm Beginners Bachata
7:00 pm Bachata Footwork and Styling
8:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork
9:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork
Wednesdays
6:00 pm Beginners Salsa
7:00 pm Salsa Footwork and Styling
8:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork
9:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork
All levels of dancers welcome. Gainesville’s 5 Star Comedy & Jazz Event Center, 534 N. Main Street, Gainesville. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 6:30-8:30 pm. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Masks are optional; but smiles are not. Let your eyes smile if you are wearing a mask. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 7-9 pm. We are not Israeli dancing the first four weeks in April because I will be out of town and because of conflicts with Passover. We resume dancing on Monday, April 30.
7:00 - 8:00 pm Israeli Circle Dancing
8:00 - 9:00 pm Israeli Partner Dancing
$10 per family.
Beginners welcome.
Come out to enjoy great music and exuberant dancing.
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30 pm Salsa
8:30 pm Bachata. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tuesdays
Ongoing Tuesdays, 5:45-6:45 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. No dancing on April 23 because of a conflict with Passover.
6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Waltz
8:00 pm Dance Mix
$10
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Salsa
7:00 pm Bachata
8:00 pm Salsa. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. Join us every Tuesday at The Bull for Sip N' Swing. We cannot wait to dance with you.
Jazz Jam: For those who are musically inclined, please join us for the Pre-Sip Jazz Jam starting at 6 pm.
No partner or experience needed.
Relax, have a drink, and dip your toes into swing dancing. We welcome beginners and experienced dancers, come share some time with friends.
While this event is free, please support the Bull who is generously hosting and providing a welcoming space for dancing.
Connect with Us:
Facebook:
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Instagram:
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GroupMe:
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The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][email][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-10 pm. 7:30 pm Salsa
8:30 pm Team Rehearsal. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-9 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Bartley Temple, 1936 NE 8 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-9 pm. Tuesdays January 16 through April 2. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. $10. Public - [facebook][events]
Wednesdays
Ongoing Wednesdays, 12:15-1:15 pm. Join Sarit for weekly outdoor Nia classes at the Thomas Center Gardens.
Nia is a low-impact movement technique, inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. Nia is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Nia creates a playful and powerful experience, boosting pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Small group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Sarit Ben-David Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor, who has been sharing her passion to Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011. To RSVP and for questions, please contact Sarit. Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][email][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. Feel like a new, fun and challenging hobby? Give Argentine Tango a try. Confirm dates as there is no dancing during breaks.
We will do individual exercises and partner activities to understand this improvisational dance! We will explore various concepts of connection (to oneself, to the music, to the dance partner, to the dance floor, to other social dancers).
Parking is available on campus after 5 pm.
What to wear? If you own a pair of salsa shoes, jazz/ballet flats, or Toms, those work great. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Partner Dance? You are welcome to join with or without a partner. Those who come alone will be paired up.
Everyone is expected to be respectful of others. UF Student Conduct Code applies (please review the UF Orange Book). UF J Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio B, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [facebook][email][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 6-9 pm. Mondays
6:00 pm Beginners Bachata
7:00 pm Bachata Footwork and Styling
8:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork
9:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork
Wednesdays
6:00 pm Beginners Salsa
7:00 pm Salsa Footwork and Styling
8:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork
9:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork
All levels of dancers welcome. Gainesville’s 5 Star Comedy & Jazz Event Center, 534 N. Main Street, Gainesville. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente1][email][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7 pm. Location may vary.
Book your class at [link="https://www.vagaro.com/gainesvillemovementstudio/classes"]. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32609. 352-757-2932. Public - [gainesvillemovement][email][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][email][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-9 pm. $10 - Beginner Class 7 - 8 pm
$10 - Beyond the Basics Class 8 - 9 pm
Every Wednesday Two Classes.
No partner needed.
At 7 pm learn a New Dance or drill your Basics to continue building that muscle memory.
Then at 8 pm learn fundamentals to bridge the basic concepts in our Beyond the Basics lesson.
Casual Attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels (but not flip flops) are best for this dance.
Join our every Wednesday West Coast Swing group classes.
Cost for each lesson is $10
Instructor : Carol Smith
Private Lessons Available contact Carol Smith to schedule yours.
See you on the Dance Floor. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-9 pm. Ongoing Argentine Tango class and practice in a private home. Gainesville. Andrea Pham. Tango Papirusa - [email][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm. This is a belly dance technique-oriented class that will be basic enough for all levels to get something out of it. Targeting balance, technique, sharpening hip movements, introducing new movements and combinations, working on posture. Including a short choreography on each class and adding improvisation as practice for fluidity and individual creativity purposes.
$18 per class or 5 classes for $72. Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30 pm Bachata
8:30 pm Salsa. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Thursdays
Ongoing Thursdays, 1-5 pm. 1 pm Intermediate to Advanced $6
3 pm Improver $3
4 pm Beginner $3
Line dancing with instructor Weber Wen. Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW State Road 200, Ocala, 34476. Weber Wen. Public - [email][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 5:45-6:45 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Hustle!
8:00 pm Dance Mix
$10
Dancing is for all levels except brand-new dancers. If you have never danced before, take our 4-week beginner series.
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6-7 pm. Israeli dance class with Kathie Kline. Confirm before going. Not held every week. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 2925 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville, 32605. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6-7 pm. Join us for line dancing. Meet people and have fun all while dancing. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $12. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 7:30-10:30 pm. Gainesville Swing Dancing every Thursday evening from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can find us at the Rosa B Williams Center. We kick off the night with a one-hour beginner lesson, followed by two hours of social dancing in a beautiful, air-conditioned hardwood dance hall.
We cannot wait to hit the dance floor with all of you. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]
Fridays
Ongoing Fridays, 5:30-6:30 pm. Come join me for West Coast Swing classes. No experience necessary.
I am trying something new. The first 30 minutes will be L1 beginner basics and the last 30 minutes will be intermediate L2. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville. $20. Public - [facebook][events]
Other
Ongoing Other. Not only do you get to learn new dance moves at our social dances, but you can meet new people from the Ocala area and make new friends with an obvious shared interest. As you learn, you will be able to take these dances to family gatherings, clubs, and anywhere else you hear music. The instructors at Arthur Murray Dance Centers Ocala include: Bachata, Salsa, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Swing, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Merengue, and Zouk. 304 SW Broadway Street, Ocala, 34471. 352-231-8485. Arthur Murray Dance Center Ocala - [arthurmurrayocala][events]
Ongoing Other. Times and Locations vary.
January 2024
Sundays 9 am at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, not Jan 21
Tuesdays 6:30 pm am at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Wednesdays 9 am at 3415 SW 39 Blvd
Fridays 9 am at 3415 SW 39 Blvd
Saturday Jan 20 Bootcamp, the hub Newberry, black and white BootCamp with Melany and Vanessa at 9 am, Depot Village.
Gainesville. 352-757-2932. Public - [gainesvillemovement][email][events]
2013
September 2013
Sunday 1 September 2013
Sun 1 Sep 2013, 4-7 pm. Beginners lesson a half hour before the contra dance starts. No partner needed. Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor. Thelma Bolton Recreation Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][email][events]
Monday 2 September 2013
Mon 2 Sep 2013, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 2 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginning Israeli dancing. 8 - 8:30 Intermediate.8:30 - 9 Israeli Partner Dancing. Come out for fun, energetic dancing. Enjoy great music, beautiful dances and nice people. Everyone welcome, all levels, no partner needed. $5 per night for newcomers for the first four weeks. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [israelidance][email][events]
Tuesday 3 September 2013
Tue 3 Sep 2013, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]
Tue 3 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. $10 per night if paid by the month in advance or $13 per night drop-ins. Thelma Bolton Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. Mostly Swing Dance - [email][events]
Tue 3 Sep 2013, 7:45-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. $38 for 3 weeks. $33 for students. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Wednesday 4 September 2013
Wed 4 Sep 2013, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [more][email][events]
Wed 4 Sep 2013, 8:15 pm. 8:15 Class. 9:30 Practica and social. No special shoes are required, though it would be nice if you can pivot on them. Dress casual and comfortable. No partners necessary, we will match you and, or change partners during the class. Corry Village, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]
Thursday 5 September 2013
Thu 5 Sep to Sun 8 Sep 2013. Join the Gainesville contingent at River City Swing in Jacksonville for a long weekend of West Coast Swing dancing, workshops and competitions. Get a better rate before August 1. Get a discount signing up via the Gainesville group. Jacksonville. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [more][facebook][email][events]
Thu 5 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. $50 for the month, for months with 5 weeks, or $12 per night. Thelma Bolton Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. Mostly Swing Dance - [email][events]
Thu 5 Sep 2013, 7:45-9:15 pm. Silver Waltz specialty class. Some knowledge of waltz needed. $15, $12 students. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Ray Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Friday 6 September 2013
Fri 6 Sep to Sun 8 Sep 2013. Join the Gainesville contingent at River City Swing in Jacksonville for a long weekend of West Coast Swing dancing, workshops and competitions. Get a better rate before August 1. Get a discount signing up via the Gainesville group. Jacksonville. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [more][facebook][email][events]
Fri 6 Sep 2013, 8-11 pm. Instruction provided. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. All ages. Not every week. Check for dates. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Jack Seltzer, 352-359-2903. $3. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 6 Sep 2013, 8 pm. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [grove][email][events]
Saturday 7 September 2013
Sat 7 Sep to Sun 8 Sep 2013. Join the Gainesville contingent at River City Swing in Jacksonville for a long weekend of West Coast Swing dancing, workshops and competitions. Get a better rate before August 1. Get a discount signing up via the Gainesville group. Jacksonville. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [more][facebook][email][events]
Sunday 8 September 2013
Sun 8 Sep 2013. Join the Gainesville contingent at River City Swing in Jacksonville for a long weekend of West Coast Swing dancing, workshops and competitions. Get a better rate before August 1. Get a discount signing up via the Gainesville group. Jacksonville. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [more][facebook][email][events]
Monday 9 September 2013
Mon 9 Sep 2013, -1:30 pm. 12 - 1:00 Beginning Round dancing offered via Santa Fe College Community Education. This is choreographed Ballroom dancing with a caller. Easy and fun. Becoming very popular around the world. If you do not have a partner, we will match you up. Offered via Santa Fe College Community Education. Call Jennifer at 352-395-5193 to register. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Mon 9 Sep 2013, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 9 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginning Israeli dancing. 8 - 8:30 Intermediate.8:30 - 9 Israeli Partner Dancing. Come out for fun, energetic dancing. Enjoy great music, beautiful dances and nice people. Everyone welcome, all levels, no partner needed. $5 per night for newcomers for the first four weeks. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [israelidance][email][events]
Mon 9 Sep 2013, 7-8 pm. Best time to start is with others starting at the same time. Beginning 4 week Israeli folk dancing series. Stay afterwards and dance with our regulars. Circle and partner dances. No partner needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Tuesday 10 September 2013
Tue 10 Sep 2013, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]
Tue 10 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. $10 per night if paid by the month in advance or $13 per night drop-ins. Thelma Bolton Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. Mostly Swing Dance - [email][events]
Tue 10 Sep 2013, 7:45-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. $38 for 3 weeks. $33 for students. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Wednesday 11 September 2013
Wed 11 Sep 2013, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [more][email][events]
Wed 11 Sep 2013, 8:15 pm. 8:15 Class. 9:30 Practica and social. No special shoes are required, though it would be nice if you can pivot on them. Dress casual and comfortable. No partners necessary, we will match you and, or change partners during the class. Corry Village, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]
Thursday 12 September 2013
Thu 12 Sep 2013, -1:30 pm. 12 - 12:30 Beginners. 12:30 - 1:00 Beginner and Intermediate. 1:00 to 1:30 Intermediate. Get moving, have fun, improve your health, sharpen your mind and body, lift your spirits, while listening to great music. Make some new friends and have a great time. Enjoy easy, simple line dances that anyone can do. Offered via Santa Fe College Community Education. Call Jennifer at 352-395-5193 to register. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 12 Sep 2013, 6-7 pm. This is a beginners class for new dancers, suitable for people who have never danced before, goes super slow and is super easy. This is for all types of swing. If you have taken a beginners class and want to get more practice, this class is good for you too. You will have an opportunity to practice through out the night. If this is too easy, you can stay for the experienced swing class that follows at 7 pm for no extra charge. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 12 Sep 2013, 7-8:30 pm. Doors open at 7, class starts at 7:10 and goes to 8:10 with practice until 8:30. This is a six week series for all types of swing and a wide variety of music. This is a fun session for all levels except novices. Novices should take Super Simple Swing 101 first. There will be lots of dance time. Learning will focus on fundamentals, communication and musicality, so you can have more fun by expressing yourself with your partner to the music. You are welcome to early at 6 pm to help out and get in practice during Super Simple Swing. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 12 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. $50 for the month, for months with 5 weeks, or $12 per night. Thelma Bolton Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. Mostly Swing Dance - [email][events]
Thu 12 Sep 2013, 7:45-9:15 pm. Silver Waltz specialty class. Some knowledge of waltz needed. $15, $12 students. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Ray Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Friday 13 September 2013
Fri 13 Sep 2013, 3-5 pm. Smooth old time music, variety of social dances Swing, Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba. Beautiful dance floor. For all the dances coffee, tea, ice, water, and cups will be provided free. For the Friday afternoon dances you may bring non-acoholic beverages of your choice. For Sunday and evening dances you may “drink responsibly” the beverage of your choice. Free, donations accepted. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32601. 352-265-9040. Rena's Ballroom - [email][events]
Fri 13 Sep 2013, 8-11 pm. Instruction provided. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. All ages. Not every week. Check for dates. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Jack Seltzer, 352-359-2903. $3. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 13 Sep 2013, 8 pm. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [grove][email][events]
Saturday 14 September 2013
Sat 14 Sep 2013, 8 pm. Public milonga for Argentine Tango dancers. Held regularly on the second Saturday of each month. Non-dancers welcome to come and watch for free. Music is predominately Golden Age 1935-1945, some 20s and 50s, some Alternative and Nuevo. Bring drinks and snacks. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Steve Littler, Sarah Bollinger. $10. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [email][events]
Sat 14 Sep 2013, 8-10:30 pm. Mix of ballroom, latin and swing music. Large wooden dance floor & smoke free. Lots of free parking. $10, $7 student. No partner necessary. By Ear Musician, 7230 W. University Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Ray Parris, 352-375-7763. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrisdance][email][events]
Sunday 15 September 2013
Sun 15 Sep 2013, 7-10 pm. Dance to swing-era and big band standards. 6-piece band. Some free. Loosey's serves hamburgers and has a full bar. $7 adults, $5 students. Loosey's, 120 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32605. Nick DeCarlis, 352-672-6465. Gainesville Dance Association - [facebook][email][events]
Monday 16 September 2013
Mon 16 Sep 2013, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 16 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginning Israeli dancing. 8 - 8:30 Intermediate.8:30 - 9 Israeli Partner Dancing. Come out for fun, energetic dancing. Enjoy great music, beautiful dances and nice people. Everyone welcome, all levels, no partner needed. $5 per night for newcomers for the first four weeks. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [israelidance][email][events]
Tuesday 17 September 2013
Tue 17 Sep 2013, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]
Tue 17 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. $10 per night if paid by the month in advance or $13 per night drop-ins. Thelma Bolton Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. Mostly Swing Dance - [email][events]
Tue 17 Sep 2013, 7:45-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. $38 for 3 weeks. $33 for students. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Wednesday 18 September 2013
Wed 18 Sep 2013, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 10 pm dancing. Every third Wednesday of the month we throw a West Coast Swing Dance party in lieu of the Intermediate class. The dance is included if you paid the $40 monthly fee, or $7 apiece if you just want to come to the dance. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [more][email][events]
Wed 18 Sep 2013, 8:15 pm. 8:15 Class. 9:30 Practica and social. No special shoes are required, though it would be nice if you can pivot on them. Dress casual and comfortable. No partners necessary, we will match you and, or change partners during the class. Corry Village, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]
Thursday 19 September 2013
Thu 19 Sep 2013, -1:30 pm. 12 - 12:30 Beginners. 12:30 - 1:00 Beginner and Intermediate. 1:00 to 1:30 Intermediate. Get moving, have fun, improve your health, sharpen your mind and body, lift your spirits, while listening to great music. Make some new friends and have a great time. Enjoy easy, simple line dances that anyone can do. Offered via Santa Fe College Community Education. Call Jennifer at 352-395-5193 to register. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 19 Sep 2013, 6-7 pm. This is a beginners class for new dancers, suitable for people who have never danced before, goes super slow and is super easy. This is for all types of swing. If you have taken a beginners class and want to get more practice, this class is good for you too. You will have an opportunity to practice through out the night. If this is too easy, you can stay for the experienced swing class that follows at 7 pm for no extra charge. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 19 Sep 2013, 7-8:30 pm. Doors open at 7, class starts at 7:10 and goes to 8:10 with practice until 8:30. This is a six week series for all types of swing and a wide variety of music. This is a fun session for all levels except novices. Novices should take Super Simple Swing 101 first. There will be lots of dance time. Learning will focus on fundamentals, communication and musicality, so you can have more fun by expressing yourself with your partner to the music. You are welcome to early at 6 pm to help out and get in practice during Super Simple Swing. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 19 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. $50 for the month, for months with 5 weeks, or $12 per night. Thelma Bolton Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. Mostly Swing Dance - [email][events]
Thu 19 Sep 2013, 7:45-9:15 pm. Silver Waltz specialty class. Some knowledge of waltz needed. $15, $12 students. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Ray Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Friday 20 September 2013
Fri 20 Sep 2013, 8 pm. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [grove][email][events]
Saturday 21 September 2013
Sat 21 Sep 2013, 8-11 pm. Beginners lesson a half hour before the contra dance starts. No partner needed. Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][email][events]
Sat 21 Sep 2013, 8:30-12:30 pm. Lovely Argentine Tango milonga in a private home. Contact David for details. In a Private Home, Gainesville, 32605. David Chayes. Tango with Thuy - [facebook][email][events]
Sunday 22 September 2013
Sun 22 Sep 2013, 10:30 am-1:30 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Joyce Thompson, Don Page, J-352-371-8054, D-352-377-1918. $10, $5 students. Vintage Waltz - [email][events]
Monday 23 September 2013
Mon 23 Sep 2013, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 23 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginning Israeli dancing. 8 - 8:30 Intermediate.8:30 - 9 Israeli Partner Dancing. Come out for fun, energetic dancing. Enjoy great music, beautiful dances and nice people. Everyone welcome, all levels, no partner needed. $5 per night for newcomers for the first four weeks. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [israelidance][email][events]
Tuesday 24 September 2013
Tue 24 Sep 2013, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]
Tue 24 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. $10 per night if paid by the month in advance or $13 per night drop-ins. Thelma Bolton Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. Mostly Swing Dance - [email][events]
Tue 24 Sep 2013, 7:45-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. $38 for 3 weeks. $33 for students. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Wednesday 25 September 2013
Wed 25 Sep 2013, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [more][email][events]
Wed 25 Sep 2013, 8:15 pm. 8:15 Class. 9:30 Practica and social. No special shoes are required, though it would be nice if you can pivot on them. Dress casual and comfortable. No partners necessary, we will match you and, or change partners during the class. Corry Village, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]
Thursday 26 September 2013
Thu 26 Sep 2013, -1:30 pm. 12 - 12:30 Beginners. 12:30 - 1:00 Beginner and Intermediate. 1:00 to 1:30 Intermediate. Get moving, have fun, improve your health, sharpen your mind and body, lift your spirits, while listening to great music. Make some new friends and have a great time. Enjoy easy, simple line dances that anyone can do. Offered via Santa Fe College Community Education. Call Jennifer at 352-395-5193 to register. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 26 Sep 2013, 6-7 pm. This is a beginners class for new dancers, suitable for people who have never danced before, goes super slow and is super easy. This is for all types of swing. If you have taken a beginners class and want to get more practice, this class is good for you too. You will have an opportunity to practice through out the night. If this is too easy, you can stay for the experienced swing class that follows at 7 pm for no extra charge. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 26 Sep 2013, 7-8:30 pm. Doors open at 7, class starts at 7:10 and goes to 8:10 with practice until 8:30. This is a six week series for all types of swing and a wide variety of music. This is a fun session for all levels except novices. Novices should take Super Simple Swing 101 first. There will be lots of dance time. Learning will focus on fundamentals, communication and musicality, so you can have more fun by expressing yourself with your partner to the music. You are welcome to early at 6 pm to help out and get in practice during Super Simple Swing. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 26 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. $50 for the month, for months with 5 weeks, or $12 per night. Thelma Bolton Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. Mostly Swing Dance - [email][events]
Thu 26 Sep 2013, 7:45-9:15 pm. Silver Waltz specialty class. Some knowledge of waltz needed. $15, $12 students. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Ray Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Friday 27 September 2013
Fri 27 Sep 2013, 8-11 pm. Instruction provided. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. All ages. Not every week. Check for dates. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Jack Seltzer, 352-359-2903. $3. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 27 Sep 2013, 8-10:30 pm. Smooth old time music, variety of social dances Swing, Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba. Beautiful dance floor. For all the dances coffee, tea, ice, water, and cups will be provided free. For the Friday afternoon dances you may bring non-acoholic beverages of your choice. For Sunday and evening dances you may “drink responsibly” the beverage of your choice. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32601. 352-265-9040. $10. Rena's Ballroom - [email][events]
Fri 27 Sep 2013, 8 pm. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [grove][email][events]
Saturday 28 September 2013
Sat 28 Sep 2013, 8-11 pm. Mix of ballroom, latin and swing music. Large wooden dance floor & smoke free. Lots of free parking. $10, $7 student. No partner necessary. By Ear Musician, 7230 W. University Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Ray Parris, 352-375-7763. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrisdance][email][events]
Sunday 29 September 2013
Sun 29 Sep 2013, 4-7 pm. No partner needed. Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor. Thelma Bolton Recreation Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][email][events]
Sun 29 Sep 2013, 7-10 pm. Dance to swing-era and big band standards. 6-piece band. Some free. Loosey's serves hamburgers and has a full bar. $7 adults, $5 students. Loosey's, 120 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32605. Nick DeCarlis, 352-672-6465. Gainesville Dance Association - [facebook][email][events]
Sun 29 Sep 2013, 8:30 pm. 8:30 pm- All levels class. (No experience, partner, or special shoes required.) 9:30 pm- Milonga. Come out to tango at Corry Village. No experience necessary, come and meet fellow dancers from the area. This event is free for students and open to the public. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Corry Village, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]
Monday 30 September 2013
Mon 30 Sep 2013, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 30 Sep 2013, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginning Israeli dancing. 8 - 8:30 Intermediate.8:30 - 9 Israeli Partner Dancing. Come out for fun, energetic dancing. Enjoy great music, beautiful dances and nice people. Everyone welcome, all levels, no partner needed. $5 per night for newcomers for the first four weeks. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [israelidance][email][events]