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 Salsa
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:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/gainesvillelindyscoop/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/gainesville.swingdancing/
GroupMe:
https://groupme.com/join_group/94661829/xshrLqwd
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]
2014
November 2014
Saturday 1 November 2014
Sat 1 Nov to Sun 2 Nov 2014. Weekend of Salsa dancing and workshops. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [more][facebook][email][events]
Sunday 2 November 2014
Sun 2 Nov 2014. Weekend of Salsa dancing and workshops. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [more][facebook][email][events]
Sun 2 Nov 2014, 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]
Sun 2 Nov 2014, 4:45-7 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Sun 2 Nov 2014, 7-11 pm. 7 pm Lesson taught by Andrea. 8 pm Dancing. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Andrea Pham. $10. Argentine Tango Papirusa - [email][events]
Monday 3 November 2014
Mon 3 Nov 2014, 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 3 Nov 2014, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginners. 8 - 9 pm Intermediate. Have fun doing beautiful folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. All ages. No experience needed. $5 per night. Ages 22 and under are free. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [sfcollege][email][events]
Tuesday 4 November 2014
Tue 4 Nov 2014, 6-7 pm. Have some fun learning worldwide, popular line dancing to a variety of music and dance styles. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Hawthorne High School, Gainesville. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $34 for 4 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Tue 4 Nov 2014, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 4 Nov 2014, 7:45-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 4 Nov 2014, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 5 November 2014
Wed 5 Nov 2014, 8:30 am. 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]
Wed 5 Nov 2014, 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 - [email][events]
Wed 5 Nov 2014, 7:30-9 pm. Irish Set dancing is social, playful, relaxed and prone to spirited self-expression. It is very popular in Irish communities around the world. It is danced in four couple square formation. Sean nos (old style) Irish dance is a solo, improvised form of percussive dance that is as varied and unique as every dancer who dances it. Civic Media Center, 433 S Main Street, Gainesville. Piper Call, 386-454-5685. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [ourworld][email][events]
Thursday 6 November 2014
Thu 6 Nov 2014, 6-7 pm. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. 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. $39 for 4 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 6 Nov 2014, 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]
Thu 6 Nov 2014, 7:10-8:10 pm. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. 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. $39 for 4 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 6 Nov 2014, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 7 November 2014
Fri 7 Nov 2014, 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 8 November 2014
Sat 8 Nov 2014, 8 pm. Special Milonga El Abrazo de Gainesville with Live Music with the Maldito Tango Duo from San Francisco. Two live sets starting at 9:00 and 11:00. Recorded music sets for dancing with DJ El Stevito at 8:00 and 10:00. 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, 352-371-6944. $20, $10 students. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [more][facebook][email][events]
Sat 8 Nov 2014, 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]
Sat 8 Nov 2014, 8-11 pm. Melrose Art and Culture Center, 301 SR 26, Melrose, 32605. 352-475-6222. $10. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Sunday 9 November 2014
Sun 9 Nov 2014, 4:45-7 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Sun 9 Nov 2014, 5-9 pm. LaQianya Huynh, Romantic Poet & Author invites you all to Dancing with Local Stars at Macy’s. This is a free social dance for all levels of dancers dressed to have a ball on the dance floor. Men come dressed in a black tuxedo or a black suit with a black tie and women wear your favorite red dress. Macy's, Oaks Mall, 6671 Newberry Road, Gainesville, 32605. Free. Swing Dance Gainesville - [more][facebook][events]
Sun 9 Nov 2014, 7 pm. Singer/songwriter, Josh Hartey is touring the U.S. from Madison, Wisconsin. Josh has appeared with: BB King, Iris Dement, Roger McGuinn (the Byrds) & Robert Cray. His genre is Americana/Alt.-Country. In the past decade Josh has put out three critically acclaimed albums, while touring continuously across Europe and North America. From Brooklyn to Haarlem, from London to Portland. Josh is always looking for that balance between the rolling road and the people who inspire him, trading stories around kitchen tables and theatre stages. Harty’s live shows prove that good story telling combined with journeyman musicianship is as American as music gets. Sponsored by the Mossman Home Preservation Foundation. Melrose Art and Culture Center, 301 SR 26 and Grove Street, Melrose, 32605. 352-475-6222. $10. Swing Dance Gainesville - [youtube][events]
Sun 9 Nov 2014, 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 10 November 2014
Mon 10 Nov 2014, 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 10 Nov 2014, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginners. 8 - 9 pm Intermediate. Have fun doing beautiful folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. All ages. No experience needed. $5 per night. Ages 22 and under are free. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [sfcollege][email][events]
Tuesday 11 November 2014
Tue 11 Nov 2014, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 11 Nov 2014, 7:45-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 11 Nov 2014, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 12 November 2014
Wed 12 Nov 2014, 8:30 am. 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]
Wed 12 Nov 2014, 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 - [email][events]
Wed 12 Nov 2014, 7:30-9 pm. Irish Set dancing is social, playful, relaxed and prone to spirited self-expression. It is very popular in Irish communities around the world. It is danced in four couple square formation. Sean nos (old style) Irish dance is a solo, improvised form of percussive dance that is as varied and unique as every dancer who dances it. Civic Media Center, 433 S Main Street, Gainesville. Piper Call, 386-454-5685. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [ourworld][email][events]
Thursday 13 November 2014
Thu 13 Nov 2014, 12-1 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 13 Nov 2014, 12-1 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 13 Nov 2014, 6-7 pm. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. 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. $39 for 4 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 13 Nov 2014, 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]
Thu 13 Nov 2014, 7:10-8:10 pm. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. 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. $39 for 4 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 13 Nov 2014, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 14 November 2014
Fri 14 Nov 2014, 7-10 pm. We are working with Dance 2 the Music Ocala. There will be most styles of dance provided. Southeastern Livestock Pavilion, 2232 NE Jacksonville Road, Ocala. Melissa McNichols, 352-843-0773. $5. Dance 2 the Music Ocala - [email][events]
Fri 14 Nov 2014, 7:45-11 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 14 Nov 2014, 9:30 pm. Get excited to learn some salsa from Danely Jimenez, who has been teaching for over 3 years, and have fun as we dance to raise support for Nightlight International and Shelley's future job working there. Suggested donations are $6 and there will be refreshments and drinks. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville, 32605. Shellery Northrup. $6. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]
Saturday 15 November 2014
Sat 15 Nov 2014, 7-10 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 15 Nov 2014, 8-11 pm. Melrose Art and Culture Center, 301 SR 26, Melrose, 32605. 352-475-6222. $10. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Sat 15 Nov 2014, 8-11 pm. Melrose Art and Culture Center, 301 SR 26, Melrose, 32605. 352-475-6222. $10. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Sat 15 Nov 2014, 10 pm-1 am. Tired of today's music and hits on the radio? Release your frustrations while enjoying the raw sounds from big names such as B.B. King, Etta James, and Howlin' Wolf. Take a trip back to the 50's and 60's where blues and soul was at its peak. Whether you prefer Louisiana, Chicago, Memphis or Delta style blues, I'll be playing a mixture of favorites of the last 20th century. Come out, have a good time, and show off your blues moves. Market Street, 112 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. UF Swing Dance Club - [grove][email][events]
Sunday 16 November 2014
Sun 16 Nov 2014, 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]
Sun 16 Nov 2014, 3-5 pm. Cookies, tea, coffee, water and ice will be provided. You may bring other snacks and the beverage of your choice. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34TH Street, Gainesville, 32601. Gary Cook, 352-481-2576. $7. Rena's Ballroom - [facebook][email][events]
Sun 16 Nov 2014, 4:45-7 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Monday 17 November 2014
Mon 17 Nov 2014, 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 17 Nov 2014, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginners. 8 - 9 pm Intermediate. Have fun doing beautiful folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. All ages. No experience needed. $5 per night. Ages 22 and under are free. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [sfcollege][email][events]
Tuesday 18 November 2014
Tue 18 Nov 2014, 6-7 pm. Have some fun learning worldwide, popular line dancing to a variety of music and dance styles. Sign up via Santa Fe College Community Education 352-395-5193. Hawthorne High School, Gainesville. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $34 for 4 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Tue 18 Nov 2014, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 18 Nov 2014, 7:45-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 18 Nov 2014, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 19 November 2014
Wed 19 Nov 2014, 8:30 am. 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]
Wed 19 Nov 2014, 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 - [email][events]
Wed 19 Nov 2014, 7:30-9 pm. Irish Set dancing is social, playful, relaxed and prone to spirited self-expression. It is very popular in Irish communities around the world. It is danced in four couple square formation. Sean nos (old style) Irish dance is a solo, improvised form of percussive dance that is as varied and unique as every dancer who dances it. Civic Media Center, 433 S Main Street, Gainesville. Piper Call, 386-454-5685. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [ourworld][email][events]
Thursday 20 November 2014
Thu 20 Nov 2014, 12-1 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 20 Nov 2014, 12-1 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 20 Nov 2014, 6-7 pm. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. 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. $39 for 4 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 20 Nov 2014, 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]
Thu 20 Nov 2014, 7:10-8:10 pm. No partner needed. Rotating partners is not required. 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. $39 for 4 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]
Thu 20 Nov 2014, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 21 November 2014
Fri 21 Nov 2014, 7:30-10:15 pm. 7:30 Doors Open. 7:45 Country Western Partner Dance Lesson. 8:15 - 10:15 pm Swing and Country social dancing. Join us for a Beginner friendly lesson designed to get you out on the floor and dancing Country Western the same night. 50% West Coast Swing: a mix of Rock, Pop, R&B, Funk, Soul, and Blues West Coast Swing dancing tunes. 50% Country Western: a mix of Country Two Step, Waltz, Cha Cha, Night Club Two Step. Lite refreshments provided, but feel free to bring something to share. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $10, $5 students. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Fri 21 Nov 2014, 7:45-11 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 21 Nov 2014, 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]
Fri 21 Nov 2014, 9:30 pm. Corry Village, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [facebook][email][events]
Saturday 22 November 2014
Sat 22 Nov 2014, 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]
Sat 22 Nov 2014, 8-11 pm. This is the perfect date night for couples, singles ready to mingle, and simply a great place to have a romantic dinner, drinks and dessert with your sweetheart. Featuring LaQianya Huynh, Romantic Poet & Author, LaQianya's Love Note Orchestra, and select performance art dancers. Come join us for a night filled with excitement as the rhythmic beats enlighten your soul, as we swing and sway to smooth, funky, original jazz, classical, rock, and world fusion music. Do not miss the show. The Brew Spot, 1000 NE 16 Ave, Bldg H, Gainesville, 32605. Laqianya Huynh. $5. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]
Sat 22 Nov 2014, 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 23 November 2014
Sun 23 Nov 2014, 4:45-7 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Monday 24 November 2014
Mon 24 Nov 2014, 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 24 Nov 2014, 7-9 pm. 7 - 8 pm Beginners. 8 - 9 pm Intermediate. Have fun doing beautiful folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. All ages. No experience needed. $5 per night. Ages 22 and under are free. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [sfcollege][email][events]
Tuesday 25 November 2014
Tue 25 Nov 2014, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 25 Nov 2014, 7:45-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. By Ear Musician, 7230 W University Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 25 Nov 2014, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 26 November 2014
Wed 26 Nov 2014, 8:30 am. 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]
Wed 26 Nov 2014, 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 - [email][events]
Sunday 30 November 2014
Sun 30 Nov 2014, 4-7 pm. Social waltz 2:45 to 3:30 pm. 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 30 Nov 2014, 4:45-7 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]