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]
2015
August 2015
Saturday 1 August 2015
Sat 1 Aug 2015, 7-11 pm. Community Center, Ft. McCoy. 352-514-4200. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Sat 1 Aug 2015, 7:30 pm-0:30 am. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $15. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Sunday 2 August 2015
Sun 2 Aug 2015, 4-7 pm. 2:45 Waltz. 3:30 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 3 August 2015
Mon 3 Aug 2015. Papirusa Argentine Tango Festival September 4 thru 6. Sign up now for early bird pricing by August 3. Discount for students. Among the most beloved tango instructors, Daniela Pucci and Luis Bianchi are coming to Gainesville for an Argentine Tango Festival September 4 to 6 with 7 Workshops, 3 Milongas and a performance, 15 hours of dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Andrea Pham. Argentine Tango Papirusa - [andreahoapham][email][events]
Mon 3 Aug 2015, 6-7:15 pm. Semi-private Swing Dance classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention. Generally this is for one to eight people. These sessions are for beginning and intermediate dancers. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For intermediate dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve to the advanced level. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $15. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 3 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 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 August 2015
Tue 4 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 4 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 5 August 2015
Wed 5 Aug 2015, 6:30-8 pm. With visiting guest professor of dance Juliana Azoubel from Brazil. Capoeira Academy of Gainesville, 606 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Juliana Azoubel, +553191926672. $10. Gainesville Dance Association - [email][events]
Wed 5 Aug 2015, 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]
Thursday 6 August 2015
Thu 6 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 6 Aug 2015, 7-10 pm. Gator Tales, Gainesville. 352-514-4200. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Thu 6 Aug 2015, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Saturday 8 August 2015
Sat 8 Aug 2015, 3-4:45 pm. I am hosting a show at the tower road library on august 8th to celebrate dance and I am looking for dancers of all types to come and perform. Any style from ats, lyrical, tap, jazz, ballroom, tribal fusion, Egyptian etc. Contact me if interested. Alachua County Library District Tower Rd, 3020 SW 75 St, Gainesville, Florida 32608, Gainesville, 32605. Katrina. Gainesville Dance Association - [facebook][email][events]
Sat 8 Aug 2015, 3-4 pm. My Yoga Connection, Gainesville's best looking studio, is welcoming a Nia Demo Class. Please join me for an hour of Nia in this inspiring space. Bring a bottle of water, and a friend. Recommended donation: $5-$15. My Yoga Connection, 117 NW 16th Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sat 8 Aug 2015, 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 8 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 9 pm-1:30 am. Dirty Bar, Gainesville. 352-514-4200. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Monday 10 August 2015
Mon 10 Aug 2015, 6-7:15 pm. Semi-private Swing Dance classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention. Generally this is for one to eight people. These sessions are for beginning and intermediate dancers. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For intermediate dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve to the advanced level. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $15. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 10 Aug 2015, 6:30-7:20 pm. Cost for 6 weeks, singles $90, couples $165. 3960 South Pine Avenue, Ocala, 34480. John Whipple, 352-690-6637. Dancin' Around Studio - [email][events]
Mon 10 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 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]
Mon 10 Aug 2015, 7:30-8:20 pm. Cost for 6 weeks, singles $90, couples $165. 3960 South Pine Avenue, Ocala, 34480. John Whipple, 352-690-6637. Dancin' Around Studio - [email][events]
Tuesday 11 August 2015
Tue 11 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 11 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 12 August 2015
Wed 12 Aug 2015, 6-9 pm. Napolatanos, 606 NW 75 STreet, Gainesville, 32607. 352-514-4200. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Wed 12 Aug 2015, 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]
Thursday 13 August 2015
Thu 13 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 13 Aug 2015, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 14 August 2015
Fri 14 Aug 2015, 7-8:15 pm. The Atrium, Gainesville. 352-514-4200. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Fri 14 Aug 2015, 7:30-10 pm. Melrose Art and Culture Center, #301, Hwy 26, corner of Grove Street, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][email][events]
Fri 14 Aug 2015, 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]
Saturday 15 August 2015
Sat 15 Aug 2015, 2:30-4 pm. Oak Hammock, Gainesville. 352-514-4200. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Sat 15 Aug 2015, 7-10 pm. 5:45 Waltz. 6:30 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 Aug 2015, 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 16 August 2015
Sun 16 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 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 - [more][facebook][email][events]
Sun 16 Aug 2015, 5 pm. Confirm before going - the link is for a prior date. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Sutie 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Monday 17 August 2015
Mon 17 Aug 2015, 6-7:15 pm. Semi-private Swing Dance classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention. Generally this is for one to eight people. These sessions are for beginning and intermediate dancers. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For intermediate dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve to the advanced level. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $15. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 17 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 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 August 2015
Tue 18 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 18 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 19 August 2015
Wed 19 Aug 2015, 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]
Thursday 20 August 2015
Thu 20 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 20 Aug 2015, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 21 August 2015
Fri 21 Aug 2015, 9:30-10:30 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 21 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 8 pm. Gator Tales, Gainesville. 352-514-4200. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Saturday 22 August 2015
Sat 22 Aug 2015, 2:30-4 pm. Join Kim, Alana, and me for a 90-minute intro to Pilates, Barre, and Nia. Try out a new-to-you workout technique, or just come for more. Recommended donation: $15-$25. My Yoga Connection, 117 NW 16th Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sat 22 Aug 2015, 8-11:30 pm. 8 pm Lesson taught by Andrea. 8:30 pm Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Andrea Pham. $10. Argentine Tango Papirusa - [email][events]
Sat 22 Aug 2015, 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 23 August 2015
Sun 23 Aug 2015, 5 pm. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Sutie 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Monday 24 August 2015
Mon 24 Aug 2015, 6-7:15 pm. Semi-private Swing Dance classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention. Generally this is for one to eight people. These sessions are for beginning and intermediate dancers. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For intermediate dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve to the advanced level. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $15. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 24 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 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 August 2015
Tue 25 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 25 Aug 2015, 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 Aug 2015, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 26 August 2015
Wed 26 Aug 2015, 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 - [email][events]
Thursday 27 August 2015
Thu 27 Aug 2015, 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 27 Aug 2015, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 27 Aug 2015, 8-10 pm. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 28 August 2015
Fri 28 Aug 2015, 9:30-10:30 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 28 Aug 2015, 7:30-10:30 pm. Dance to swing-era and big band standards. 6-piece band. Thomas Center, 302 NE 6 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Nick DeCarlis, 352-672-6465. $15. Gainesville Dance Association - [facebook][email][events]
Fri 28 Aug 2015, 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 28 Aug 2015, 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 29 August 2015
Sat 29 Aug 2015, 1-4 pm. Set your performance on fire with a workshop taught by Karen Sun Ray Coletti of Hip Expressions Dance Studio in St. Petersburg. Learn how to use your prop(s) by incorporating belly dance and creative movement with both live and recorded music. Get tips on what to wear and not wear. Create themes, a multi prop show, work with other fire performers or simply enjoy the magic of performing with fire. Whether you are adding fire to your professional performance or just for fun, you will come away knowing how to do this safely. Workshop: 1pm-4pm. Fire Jam: 8:30-9:30pm Open to Public to watch, playing with fire by invitation. Contact Karen if you are interested in participating with fire. Cost: $50 before August 15. $60 starting August 16. The Primitive Studio, 618 S Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. 727-643-5517, 352-339-3956. The Primitive Studio - [midnightoilworkshop][email][events]
Sat 29 Aug 2015, 7-10 pm. Join us for another awesome night of contra dancing in historic McIntosh. Fun for both kids and adults. All levels of dance experience welcome. We will be having Susie Rudder as our caller for the night. Our theme this month is Country Western. Get out your cowboy boots, cowboy hats and anything country style. Please remember our dress code: modest, with no low-cut tops or short skirts/dresses. Guys, no baggy pants that reveal underwear. Please bring a light snack/drink to share. McIntosh UMC, 20632 8 Street Avenue, McIntosh, 32664. Susie, 352-466-9150. $5, Under 8 free. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [facebook][email][events]
Sat 29 Aug 2015, 8-11:30 pm. 8 pm Lesson taught by Andrea. 8:30 pm Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville. Andrea Pham. $10. Argentine Tango Papirusa - [email][events]
Sat 29 Aug 2015, 8 pm. Alive 365 American Legion, Gainesville. 352-514-4200. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Sunday 30 August 2015
Sun 30 Aug 2015, 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]
Monday 31 August 2015
Mon 31 Aug 2015, 6-7:15 pm. Semi-private Swing Dance classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention. Generally this is for one to eight people. These sessions are for beginning and intermediate dancers. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending. For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances. For intermediate dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve to the advanced level. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $15. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 31 Aug 2015, 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 31 Aug 2015, 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]