Ongoing
Sundays
Ongoing Sundays, 10-11 am. Cost: Donation-based (suggested $15 per class)
Who is welcome: Everyone. Beginners and all fitness levels.
Feel free to contact Sarit to RSVP or with any questions. See you there.
Whether you are new to Nia or a seasoned enthusiast, this is the perfect chance to move and connect with yourself in the peaceful surroundings of the Thomas Center Gardens. Start your Sunday mornings with joyful movement and community.
Nia blends elements of dance, martial arts, and mindfulness, offering a low-impact, adaptable practice suitable for all fitness levels. Classes are designed to be playful yet empowering, enhancing your pleasure, strength, mobility, and overall well-being in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Meet Your Instructor: Sarit Sela
Sarit is an architect, artist, and movement instructor. As a First Degree Black Belt Nia instructor, she has been teaching movement, mindfulness, and creativity in Gainesville since 2 ... Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, 622 NE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601-5711. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [more][facebook][events]
Ongoing Sundays, 4-7 pm. Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. 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. najmahdance@gmail.com. Najmah Nour Bellydance - [events]
Ongoing Sundays, 6:30-8:30 pm. Weekly class. Confirm the date and time before going because they may change.
Check the room number.
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.
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, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. uftango@gmail.com. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [facebook][events]
Mondays
Ongoing Mondays, 6-8 pm. We will be changing dances every week for the first month. After that we will pick 2 foundational dances and build on them for the whole month.
No partner needed.
CLAP Learning Art Program, 46 E Noble Avenue, Williston. 352-256-4395, clapandtutoring@gmail.com. $25 per person. Public - [claptutoring][facebook][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 6:15 pm. Casino Rueda style salsa is a Cuban based dance style, often danced in a circle. With high group participation and partner switching in the middle of the dance, we highly encourage our students to start with Casino. We also offer a student performance team in this style of salsa!
Casino classes are at 6:15 every Monday, and at 7:30 every Wednesday after Variety Hour. We also have advanced Casino classes on Thursdays after our rotating Latin Series.
On 1 style salsa, also known as LA salsa, is a popular style of salsa dancing that originated in Los Angeles, California. It is characterized by its linear style, meaning dancers move along a line, back and forth, as opposed to the circular motion seen in other salsa styles like Casino. Our advanced performance team dances this style.
On 1 classes are at 7:30 every Monday after Casino Salsa. We also have advanced On 1 classes rotating in our Latin Series.
Our Latin Series is a ro ... Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. AscenDance Salsa Company, ascendancesalsacompany@gmail.com. Public - [more][ascendancesalsa][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 6:30-8 pm. Learn ethnic dances from the Balkans and the Middle East. Beginners welcome. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Margaret Tolbert, mrtolbert@me.com. $6. Dance Camp - [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, flamerritt@hotmail.com. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [events]
Ongoing Mondays, 7-9 pm. No dancing June 2 due to Shavuot.
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, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [events]
Ongoing Mondays, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 8:15-9:15 pm. Monday
8:15-9:15 bachata beginners only
Tuesday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Wednesday
8:15-9:15 salsa beginners only
Thursday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Make your reservations and pay at https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com.
Walk ins are also welcome. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][events]
Tuesdays
Ongoing Tuesdays, 5:45-6:45 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Oaks Mall, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. No dancing on Tuesday, June 3, due to the Jewish holiday of Shavuot.
Dancing in June will be in the foyer, because the social hall will be used for Junque to Jewels sale.
6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Hustle!
8:00 pm Waltz
$10 per night
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, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:30-9:15 pm. 6:30 pm - Casino Salsa
7:30 pm - Social dancing. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. Gator Salsa Club, info@gatorsalsa.club. Gator Salsa Club - [gatorsalsa][facebook][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. 6:30 pm Tuesdays in Gainesville
7:00 pm Thursdays in High Springs
The lessons are repeated on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Meizon Church, 3411 NW 83 Street, Gainesville. Robin Fraser, 352-317-1636, robin.frazer@yahoo.com. $5. Grand Squares - [facebook][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, 7:15-9:15 pm. Monday
8:15-9:15 bachata beginners only
Tuesday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Wednesday
8:15-9:15 salsa beginners only
Thursday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Make your reservations and pay at https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com.
Walk ins are also welcome. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 7:30 pm. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Wednesdays
Ongoing Wednesdays, 12-1 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, 622 NE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601-5711. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 6:15 pm. Casino Rueda style salsa is a Cuban based dance style, often danced in a circle. With high group participation and partner switching in the middle of the dance, we highly encourage our students to start with Casino. We also offer a student performance team in this style of salsa!
Casino classes are at 6:15 every Monday, and at 7:30 every Wednesday after Variety Hour. We also have advanced Casino classes on Thursdays after our rotating Latin Series.
On 1 style salsa, also known as LA salsa, is a popular style of salsa dancing that originated in Los Angeles, California. It is characterized by its linear style, meaning dancers move along a line, back and forth, as opposed to the circular motion seen in other salsa styles like Casino. Our advanced performance team dances this style.
On 1 classes are at 7:30 every Monday after Casino Salsa. We also have advanced On 1 classes rotating in our Latin Series.
Our Latin Series is a ro ... Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. AscenDance Salsa Company, ascendancesalsacompany@gmail.com. Public - [more][ascendancesalsa][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, Jbramb@gmail.com. Free. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][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, pham.andrea@gmail.com. Tango Papirusa - [events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 8:15-9:15 pm. Monday
8:15-9:15 bachata beginners only
Tuesday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Wednesday
8:15-9:15 salsa beginners only
Thursday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Make your reservations and pay at https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com.
Walk ins are also welcome. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][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, yfwen@yahoo.com. Public - [events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 5:45-6:45 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Oaks Mall, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6-9 pm. No dancing on Thursday, May 15. No dancing in June, both due to room conflicts.
6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Hustle! or other
8:00 pm Waltz or other
Dances are determined by those attending.
$10 per night
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.
Andrew Weitzen
352-327-3672
publish@gainesvilledance.com
www.gainesvilledance.com. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Swing Dance Gainesville - [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, parris@parrisdance.com. $12. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6:15 pm. Casino Rueda style salsa is a Cuban based dance style, often danced in a circle. With high group participation and partner switching in the middle of the dance, we highly encourage our students to start with Casino. We also offer a student performance team in this style of salsa!
Casino classes are at 6:15 every Monday, and at 7:30 every Wednesday after Variety Hour. We also have advanced Casino classes on Thursdays after our rotating Latin Series.
On 1 style salsa, also known as LA salsa, is a popular style of salsa dancing that originated in Los Angeles, California. It is characterized by its linear style, meaning dancers move along a line, back and forth, as opposed to the circular motion seen in other salsa styles like Casino. Our advanced performance team dances this style.
On 1 classes are at 7:30 every Monday after Casino Salsa. We also have advanced On 1 classes rotating in our Latin Series.
Our Latin Series is a ro ... Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. Gator Salsa Club, info@gatorsalsa.club. Public - [more][ascendancesalsa][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm. Watters School of Irish Dance, 16 NW 7 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Karen Muratti, bellydanceblissfl@gmail.com. Public - [karenmurattibellydance][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6:30-10:30 pm. 6:30 pm - On-1 Salsa
7:45 pm - Bachata
8:45 pm Social Dancing. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club, info@gatorsalsa.club. Gator Salsa Club - [gatorsalsa][facebook][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 7-8 pm. 6:30 pm Tuesdays in Gainesville
7:00 pm Thursdays in High Springs
The lessons are repeated on Tuesdays and Thursdays. High Springs Civic Center, 19107 NW 24 Street, Gainesville. Deborah Cassidy, 352-262-0760, Becky Thompson, 386-216-6976. $5. Grand Squares - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 7:15-9:15 pm. Monday
8:15-9:15 bachata beginners only
Tuesday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Wednesday
8:15-9:15 salsa beginners only
Thursday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Make your reservations and pay at https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com.
Walk ins are also welcome. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][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.
No partner or experience needed.
Parking:
Free street parking is available in front of or beside the building, as well as in the nearby Friends of the Library lot.
Admission:
Free, donations encouraged via cash or Venmo.
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
Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/gainesville_swingdancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525, SwingDancing.Gainesville@gmail.com. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [events]
Fridays
Ongoing Fridays, 7:15-8:15 pm. Watters School of Irish Dance, 16 NW 7 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Karen Muratti, bellydanceblissfl@gmail.com. Public - [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. 3842 W Newberry Rd, Suite 1-G, Gainesville. 352-231-8485 dance@arthurmurrayocala.com. Arthur Murray Dance Center Ocala - [dance][facebook][events]
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. Join Jacqueline Valdez, celebrity dancer, model, author, fitness expert, for
Pilates, Adult Ballet, Yoga flow, Pole dancing, and more. Jajqueline Valdez Studio, 4003 NW 18 Place, Gainesville, 32605. Jacqueline Valdez, 352-256-2054, jacquelinevaldezstudio@gmail.com. Jacqueline Valdez - [jacquelinevaldez][events]
Ongoing Other, 8:15 pm. Pole dance classes weekly.
At Happy Kiss Pole, we believe in the transformative power of movement. What began as a dream in 2014, blossomed into a haven for self-expression, exploration, and empowerment. Nestled in the heart of Gainesville, FL our studio started in the spare bedroom of our founder's home. From those humble beginnings, we've grown into a vibrant community dedicated to celebrating everyone who steps into our space through the art of pole dance.
Founded by Johanna Monserratte, Happy Kiss Pole Dance was born out of a passion for movement and a desire to create a space where everyone feels welcome. Inspired by the liberating and sensual aspects of pole dance, our studio embodies the values of haven, play, and voice. These principles guide everything we do, from our classes to our community events. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Johanna Monserratte, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [happykisspoledance][events]
2022
August 2022
Monday 1 August 2022
Mon 1 Aug 2022, 6:30-8:30 pm. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. At this time, proof of vaccination will be required. If you have come to one of our dances during the pandemic and shown proof, then I have you on a list and you do not need to bring again. If not, then please bring your vaccine card for entry. No one will be allowed in without proof. We will revisit this requirement as time goes on. It is also a requirement of UCG's at this time. 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, flamerritt@hotmail.com. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [events]
Mon 1 Aug 2022, 7-8 pm. Join us for a new series starting June 6th at 7 pm. No experience needed, we start with the basics. It's a couples class, but let me know if you need a partner. RSVP to parris@parrisdance.com to attend class. Cost is $13/pp or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Mon 1 Aug 2022, 7 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class Ages 13 to 18
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Mon 1 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. Bachata Intermediate Level: 7:30-8:30PM
Salsa Intermediate Level: 8:30-9:30PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tuesday 2 August 2022
Tue 2 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Tue 2 Aug 2022, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Salsa Beginners
7:00 pm Bachata
8:00 pm Salsa Intermediate
$10 one class, $18 two classes
Wear comfortable clothing. You do not need a partner. This is a group class that is open to the public, no sign up necessary. You can simply show up. All level of dancers welcome. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][events]
Tue 2 Aug 2022, 6:30-7:30 pm. Teens and Adults age 12 and up.
With the Shuffle Circle. Tioga Town Center, 133 SW 130 Way, Suite H, Newberry, 32669. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Tue 2 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Bachata Beginner Level: 7:00-8:00PM
Salsa Basic-Beginner Level: 8:00-9:00PM
Salsa Advanced-Beginner Level: 9:00-10:00PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tue 2 Aug 2022, 7:45 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Wednesday 3 August 2022
Wed 3 Aug 2022, 6 pm. Tom Petty Park, 400 NE 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Wed 3 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428, Jbramb@gmail.com. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][events]
Wed 3 Aug 2022, 7-9 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class
8:00 PM Social Dance
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more. Come for the lesson and stay for the social dancing after. Drill down on your Basics and learn lots of dance concepts to get ready for our fun intermediate lesson on Sundays! Learn a New Dance.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Wednesday join in for our West Coast Swing group classes.
Cost for lesson and dance is just $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]
Thursday 4 August 2022
Thu 4 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Thu 4 Aug 2022, 6-7 pm. Join us for line dancing. Meet people and have fun all while dancing. Lots of space, 100% of air is replaced every twenty minutes and plenty of hand sanitizer.
Every Thursday in three week intervals, $36 for three weeks. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Thu 4 Aug 2022, 6:30 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Thu 4 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30-8:30 pm Bachata Beginner and Intermediate
8:30-9:30 pm Salsa Advanced Beginner and Intermediate. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Friday 5 August 2022
Fri 5 Aug 2022, 7 pm-1 am. 7:00 pm: lesson
8:00 pm: general dancing and practicing.
Dancing and practicing with great music in milonga format, sets of 3 songs.
Every 1st and 3rd Friday. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville. David Chayes, david.chayes@gmail.com. $15, $10 students. Tango with Thuy - [events]
Fri 5 Aug 2022, 7-8 pm. I am excited about teaching belly dance again. This is a 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.
Let's dance.
Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti, bellydanceblissfl@gmail.com. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][events]
Fri 5 Aug 2022, 7:10-10 pm. 7:10 pm Lesson
8:00 pm Swing Dancing
Come out and do some dancing in the park. The lesson will begin at 7:10 pm, followed promptly by the social dance at 8:00 pm.
We will be gathering by the wheel, with all the lights and jasmine, near the restrooms, on the Northeast side of the park. Depot Park, 874 SE 4 Street, Gainesville. Chris Ortega. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [facebook][events]
Saturday 6 August 2022
Sat 6 Aug 2022, 9 pm-2 am. 9-10 pm Free Beer
Saturday Nights at Vecinos come dance the night away with DJ ENZO playing all your favorite Latin Music. Look out for our Latin Night events brought to you by La Arenosa's Sabados Gigantes. Free Entry • Drink Specials • Good Vibes. Vecinos Gainesville, 208 W University Avenue, Gainesville. gainesvillevecinos@gmail.com. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][events]
Sunday 7 August 2022
Sun 7 Aug 2022, 3-5:30 pm. 3:00 pm Urban Kiz class
4:30 pm Social dancing untill 5:30 PM
The music during social dancing will be ~50% kizomba and ~50% zouk, bachata and blues. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601-6243. Gator Salsa Club, gatorsalsaclub@gmail.com. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [events]
Sun 7 Aug 2022, 5-8 pm. Time to Dance. Let's Have Fun. Make New Friends. Meet New People. West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more. Come for the lessons and stay for the social dancing after.
Casual attire and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Sunday for our West Coast Swing group classes.
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun.
We usually go nearby to Mojo's Grill, where we hang out and eat and/or drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Cost for lesson and dance is just $10.
Instructor Paul Fairbanks.
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 - [events]
Monday 8 August 2022
Mon 8 Aug 2022, 6:30-8:30 pm. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. At this time, proof of vaccination will be required. If you have come to one of our dances during the pandemic and shown proof, then I have you on a list and you do not need to bring again. If not, then please bring your vaccine card for entry. No one will be allowed in without proof. We will revisit this requirement as time goes on. It is also a requirement of UCG's at this time. 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, flamerritt@hotmail.com. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [events]
Mon 8 Aug 2022, 7-8 pm. Join us for a new series starting June 6th at 7 pm. No experience needed, we start with the basics. It's a couples class, but let me know if you need a partner. RSVP to parris@parrisdance.com to attend class. Cost is $13/pp or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Mon 8 Aug 2022, 7 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class Ages 13 to 18
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Mon 8 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. Bachata Intermediate Level: 7:30-8:30PM
Salsa Intermediate Level: 8:30-9:30PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tuesday 9 August 2022
Tue 9 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Tue 9 Aug 2022, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Salsa Beginners
7:00 pm Bachata
8:00 pm Salsa Intermediate
$10 one class, $18 two classes
Wear comfortable clothing. You do not need a partner. This is a group class that is open to the public, no sign up necessary. You can simply show up. All level of dancers welcome. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][events]
Tue 9 Aug 2022, 6:30-7:30 pm. Teens and Adults age 12 and up.
With the Shuffle Circle. Tioga Town Center, 133 SW 130 Way, Suite H, Newberry, 32669. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Tue 9 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Bachata Beginner Level: 7:00-8:00PM
Salsa Basic-Beginner Level: 8:00-9:00PM
Salsa Advanced-Beginner Level: 9:00-10:00PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tue 9 Aug 2022, 7:45 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Wednesday 10 August 2022
Wed 10 Aug 2022, 6 pm. Tom Petty Park, 400 NE 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Wed 10 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428, Jbramb@gmail.com. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][events]
Wed 10 Aug 2022, 7-9 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class
8:00 PM Social Dance
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more. Come for the lesson and stay for the social dancing after. Drill down on your Basics and learn lots of dance concepts to get ready for our fun intermediate lesson on Sundays! Learn a New Dance.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Wednesday join in for our West Coast Swing group classes.
Cost for lesson and dance is just $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]
Thursday 11 August 2022
Thu 11 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Thu 11 Aug 2022, 6-7 pm. Join us for line dancing. Meet people and have fun all while dancing. Lots of space, 100% of air is replaced every twenty minutes and plenty of hand sanitizer.
Every Thursday in three week intervals, $36 for three weeks. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Thu 11 Aug 2022, 6:30 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Thu 11 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30-8:30 pm Bachata Beginner and Intermediate
8:30-9:30 pm Salsa Advanced Beginner and Intermediate. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Friday 12 August 2022
Fri 12 Aug 2022, 7-8 pm. I am excited about teaching belly dance again. This is a 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.
Let's dance.
Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti, bellydanceblissfl@gmail.com. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][events]
Saturday 13 August 2022
Sat 13 Aug 2022, 7-9 pm. Jazz on the Green is back. Join us for live music, food, and drinks and more. Do not miss Gainesville Big Band on the stage in the Promenade.
Spread a blanket under the setting sun, and catch some beautiful music on the green.
See you there.
We are taking all precautions during this time to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for this event. We recommend that event attendees follow CDC recommendations to wear a mask and maintain a safe social distance while enjoying the music. If you have any questions or concerns please message us. Celebration Pointe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]
Sat 13 Aug 2022, 7:30-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30, dance mixer at 7:50 with dancing until 10 pm. Great music, refreshments, and a beautiful dance floor. 100% of air is replaced every 20 minutes, and hand sanitizer at every table. RSVP to attend. $15/person or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Sat 13 Aug 2022, 8 pm-1 am. 8-9 PM: Pre-social Bachata workshop by Crystal
9 PM-1 AM: Social
Join us for another awesome night of dancing. The theme of this social is Tropical. Let us dance with some tropical outfit, optional.
There will be a Bachata workshop for all levels by Crystal before the social.
DJ BrownSugar will play your favorite Salsa and Bachata songs all night.
Price: $12. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][events]
Sat 13 Aug 2022, 9 pm-2 am. 9-10 pm Free Beer
Saturday Nights at Vecinos come dance the night away with DJ ENZO playing all your favorite Latin Music. Look out for our Latin Night events brought to you by La Arenosa's Sabados Gigantes. Free Entry • Drink Specials • Good Vibes. Vecinos Gainesville, 208 W University Avenue, Gainesville. gainesvillevecinos@gmail.com. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][events]
Sunday 14 August 2022
Sun 14 Aug 2022, 3-5:30 pm. 3:00 pm Urban Kiz class
4:30 pm Social dancing untill 5:30 PM
The music during social dancing will be ~50% kizomba and ~50% zouk, bachata and blues. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601-6243. Gator Salsa Club, gatorsalsaclub@gmail.com. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [events]
Sun 14 Aug 2022, 5-8 pm. Time to Dance. Let's Have Fun. Make New Friends. Meet New People. West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more. Come for the lessons and stay for the social dancing after.
Casual attire and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Sunday for our West Coast Swing group classes.
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun.
We usually go nearby to Mojo's Grill, where we hang out and eat and/or drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Cost for lesson and dance is just $10.
Instructor Paul Fairbanks.
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 - [events]
Monday 15 August 2022
Mon 15 Aug 2022, 6:30-8:30 pm. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. At this time, proof of vaccination will be required. If you have come to one of our dances during the pandemic and shown proof, then I have you on a list and you do not need to bring again. If not, then please bring your vaccine card for entry. No one will be allowed in without proof. We will revisit this requirement as time goes on. It is also a requirement of UCG's at this time. 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, flamerritt@hotmail.com. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [events]
Mon 15 Aug 2022, 7-8 pm. Join us for a new series starting June 6th at 7 pm. No experience needed, we start with the basics. It's a couples class, but let me know if you need a partner. RSVP to parris@parrisdance.com to attend class. Cost is $13/pp or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Mon 15 Aug 2022, 7 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class Ages 13 to 18
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Mon 15 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. Bachata Intermediate Level: 7:30-8:30PM
Salsa Intermediate Level: 8:30-9:30PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tuesday 16 August 2022
Tue 16 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Tue 16 Aug 2022, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Salsa Beginners
7:00 pm Bachata
8:00 pm Salsa Intermediate
$10 one class, $18 two classes
Wear comfortable clothing. You do not need a partner. This is a group class that is open to the public, no sign up necessary. You can simply show up. All level of dancers welcome. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][events]
Tue 16 Aug 2022, 6:30-7:30 pm. Teens and Adults age 12 and up.
With the Shuffle Circle. Tioga Town Center, 133 SW 130 Way, Suite H, Newberry, 32669. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Tue 16 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Bachata Beginner Level: 7:00-8:00PM
Salsa Basic-Beginner Level: 8:00-9:00PM
Salsa Advanced-Beginner Level: 9:00-10:00PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tue 16 Aug 2022, 7:45 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Wednesday 17 August 2022
Wed 17 Aug 2022, 6 pm. Tom Petty Park, 400 NE 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Wed 17 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428, Jbramb@gmail.com. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][events]
Wed 17 Aug 2022, 7-9 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class
8:00 PM Social Dance
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more. Come for the lesson and stay for the social dancing after. Drill down on your Basics and learn lots of dance concepts to get ready for our fun intermediate lesson on Sundays! Learn a New Dance.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Wednesday join in for our West Coast Swing group classes.
Cost for lesson and dance is just $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]
Thursday 18 August 2022
Thu 18 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Thu 18 Aug 2022, 6-7 pm. Join us for line dancing. Meet people and have fun all while dancing. Lots of space, 100% of air is replaced every twenty minutes and plenty of hand sanitizer.
Every Thursday in three week intervals, $36 for three weeks. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Thu 18 Aug 2022, 6:30 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Thu 18 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30-8:30 pm Bachata Beginner and Intermediate
8:30-9:30 pm Salsa Advanced Beginner and Intermediate. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Friday 19 August 2022
Fri 19 Aug 2022, 7 pm-1 am. 7:00 pm: lesson
8:00 pm: general dancing and practicing.
Dancing and practicing with great music in milonga format, sets of 3 songs.
Every 1st and 3rd Friday. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville. David Chayes, david.chayes@gmail.com. $15, $10 students. Tango with Thuy - [events]
Fri 19 Aug 2022, 7-8 pm. I am excited about teaching belly dance again. This is a 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.
Let's dance.
Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti, bellydanceblissfl@gmail.com. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][events]
Fri 19 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. The Depot and Speakeasy Room, 22060 N US Hwy 441, Micanopy, 32667. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]
Saturday 20 August 2022
Sat 20 Aug 2022, 6-9 pm. Swing dance to Swing Theory Jazz Band at One Love Cafe. Join us at One Love Cafe for fresh locally-sourced ingredients prepared in delicious dishes, craft beers and dancing. Bring the whole family for a great time. One Love Cafe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]
Sat 20 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. This is a private residence so proof of vaccination is required for all in attendance, including spectators.
The Dancing Fish is now insulated with heating and air conditioning for your year-round dancing comfort.
When booking:
You must first be fully vaccinated and registered on the website dancingfish.dance.
One ticket only (everyone makes their own booking).
Select your booking category and send your booking.
Pay for your booking using the Donate button on the website event page. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Susie, 352-466-9150, gods@godsdance.org. $10. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][events]
Sat 20 Aug 2022, 9 pm-1 am. All-levels bachata class at 9 PM, followed by salsa and bachata music all night.
The dancing is free, but please support the event by buying drinks at The Bull and food at Crane Ramen. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601-6243. Gator Salsa Club, gatorsalsaclub@gmail.com. Gator Salsa Club - [facebook][events]
Sat 20 Aug 2022, 9 pm-2 am. 9-10 pm Free Beer
Saturday Nights at Vecinos come dance the night away with DJ ENZO playing all your favorite Latin Music. Look out for our Latin Night events brought to you by La Arenosa's Sabados Gigantes. Free Entry • Drink Specials • Good Vibes. Vecinos Gainesville, 208 W University Avenue, Gainesville. gainesvillevecinos@gmail.com. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][events]
Sunday 21 August 2022
Sun 21 Aug 2022. Join us for a day of competition in Daytona. See Eileen for details. Daytona. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Sun 21 Aug 2022, 3-5:30 pm. 3:00 pm Urban Kiz class
4:30 pm Social dancing untill 5:30 PM
The music during social dancing will be ~50% kizomba and ~50% zouk, bachata and blues. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601-6243. Gator Salsa Club, gatorsalsaclub@gmail.com. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [events]
Sun 21 Aug 2022, 5-8 pm. Time to Dance. Let's Have Fun. Make New Friends. Meet New People. West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more. Come for the lessons and stay for the social dancing after.
Casual attire and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Sunday for our West Coast Swing group classes.
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun.
We usually go nearby to Mojo's Grill, where we hang out and eat and/or drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Cost for lesson and dance is just $10.
Instructor Paul Fairbanks.
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 - [events]
Monday 22 August 2022
Mon 22 Aug 2022, 6:30-8:30 pm. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. At this time, proof of vaccination will be required. If you have come to one of our dances during the pandemic and shown proof, then I have you on a list and you do not need to bring again. If not, then please bring your vaccine card for entry. No one will be allowed in without proof. We will revisit this requirement as time goes on. It is also a requirement of UCG's at this time. 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, flamerritt@hotmail.com. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [events]
Mon 22 Aug 2022, 7 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class Ages 13 to 18
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Mon 22 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. Bachata Intermediate Level: 7:30-8:30PM
Salsa Intermediate Level: 8:30-9:30PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tuesday 23 August 2022
Tue 23 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Tue 23 Aug 2022, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Salsa Beginners
7:00 pm Bachata
8:00 pm Salsa Intermediate
$10 one class, $18 two classes
Wear comfortable clothing. You do not need a partner. This is a group class that is open to the public, no sign up necessary. You can simply show up. All level of dancers welcome. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][events]
Tue 23 Aug 2022, 6:30-7:30 pm. Teens and Adults age 12 and up.
With the Shuffle Circle. Tioga Town Center, 133 SW 130 Way, Suite H, Newberry, 32669. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Tue 23 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Bachata Beginner Level: 7:00-8:00PM
Salsa Basic-Beginner Level: 8:00-9:00PM
Salsa Advanced-Beginner Level: 9:00-10:00PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tue 23 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. 7:00 pm Beginning Swing
8:00 pm Beginning Waltz
9:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
$10 per person for one dance. Stay for the other dances at no extra charge.
If you are a new dancer, contact me before coming to schedule beginner 1 basics.
Invite others. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Tue 23 Aug 2022, 7:45 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Wednesday 24 August 2022
Wed 24 Aug 2022, 6 pm. Tom Petty Park, 400 NE 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Wed 24 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428, Jbramb@gmail.com. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][events]
Wed 24 Aug 2022, 7 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Wednesday join in for our West Coast Swing group classes. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Thursday 25 August 2022
Thu 25 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Thu 25 Aug 2022, 6-11 pm. 6:00 PM - On1 Salsa class
7:15 PM - Bachata class
8:30 PM - Social dancing
Come out and dance to some Latin music every Thursday.
As the name suggests, this night will be mostly bachata, with a splash of salsa, kizomba, and merengue.
Do not know how to dance? Don't worry! This event is immediately after Gator Salsa Club's free classes.
The dancing is free, but please support the event by buying drinks at The Bull and food at Crane Ramen.
A portion of all sales made at The Bull during the event are donated to GNV Bridge Literacy Program, a local non-profit that responds to the large literacy disparities in Gainesville. The program is created for kids who far behind in their reading skills, helping them to catch up with their peers quickly. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601-6243. Gator Salsa Club, gatorsalsaclub@gmail.com. Gator Salsa Club - [facebook][events]
Thu 25 Aug 2022, 6-7 pm. Join us for line dancing. Meet people and have fun all while dancing. Lots of space, 100% of air is replaced every twenty minutes and plenty of hand sanitizer.
Every Thursday in three week intervals, $36 for three weeks. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Thu 25 Aug 2022, 6:30 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Thu 25 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. 7:00 West Coast Swing or Other
8:00 Waltz or Other
9:00 Argentine Tango Beginner
$10 per person for one session, stay for the others at no additional charge.
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford.
The program will be adjusted for those attending.
Invite others.
Let me know if you are coming. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Thu 25 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30-8:30 pm Bachata Beginner and Intermediate
8:30-9:30 pm Salsa Advanced Beginner and Intermediate. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Friday 26 August 2022
Fri 26 Aug 2022, 8 pm-1 am. 8:00- 9:00 pm Bachata Workshop - Instructor Bob. Social dancing to immediately follow. The music will play nonstop until it is time to go.
Ocala, welcome to the second dance social in the city. We will do this every month. We will kick off the night with with a bachata workshop at 8:00pm. Social dancing to follow immediately. Come out and show us that fancy turn-patterns you have been practicing. You will be in for a fun night.
DJ Bob Ocho, will be playing your favorite bachata, salsa, and cha cha cha all night.
Cost:
$18 for both workshop and social;
$10 for workshop only;
$10 for social only;
You can pay with cash, CashApp or Venmo @bailacaliente1
Have a song you'd like to hear? Please feel free to send your musical request to the event page. See you there. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][events]
Saturday 27 August 2022
Sat 27 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Swing and social dance. Join us for live music, food, drinks, and more. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Sat 27 Aug 2022, 7:30-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30, dance mixer at 7:50 with dancing until 10 pm. Great music, refreshments, and a beautiful dance floor. 100% of air is replaced every 20 minutes, and hand sanitizer at every table. RSVP to attend. $15/person or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Sat 27 Aug 2022, 9 pm-2 am. 9-10 pm Free Beer
Saturday Nights at Vecinos come dance the night away with DJ ENZO playing all your favorite Latin Music. Look out for our Latin Night events brought to you by La Arenosa's Sabados Gigantes. Free Entry • Drink Specials • Good Vibes. Vecinos Gainesville, 208 W University Avenue, Gainesville. gainesvillevecinos@gmail.com. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][events]
Sunday 28 August 2022
Sun 28 Aug 2022, 10-11 am. Sunday: 10-11 AM
Please join us for fun and effective all-level movement. Beginners Welcome.
Contact Sarit Sela to inquire and Rsvp.
Free to all.
To pay it forward, consider donating to Bread of the Mighty food bank or your organization of choice.
ABOUT NIA
Nia is a holistic fitness technique inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness. Nia promotes physical wellness, mental clarity, and emotional balance and joy. Beginners are welcome. Moves can be easily adapted to all levels of fitness and experience.
ABOUT NIA GAINESVILLE
Nia Gainesville is a community-based activity, led by Sarit Sela. Classes are held outdoors at no charge, with an invitation to pay it forward by donating to local organizations.
Our mission is to enjoy Nia and other forms of art through classes and collaborations, and to contribute to the greater community by promoting a healthy lifestyle to all and donating to community causes.
Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, Gainesville. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [events]
Sun 28 Aug 2022, 3-5:30 pm. 3:00 pm Urban Kiz class
4:30 pm Social dancing untill 5:30 PM
The music during social dancing will be ~50% kizomba and ~50% zouk, bachata and blues. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601-6243. Gator Salsa Club, gatorsalsaclub@gmail.com. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [events]
Sun 28 Aug 2022, 4-6 pm. Special bachata workshop 2 hour intensive with Crystal Bedford. Learn fun new bachata shines, partner work patterns, and techniques.
Adults: $35
Students: $25 with ID
Bring a friend and you both get $5 off. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville, 32607. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Sun 28 Aug 2022, 5-8 pm. Time to Dance. Let's Have Fun. Make New Friends. Meet New People. West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more. Come for the lessons and stay for the social dancing after.
Casual attire and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Sunday for our West Coast Swing group classes.
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun.
We usually go nearby to Mojo's Grill, where we hang out and eat and/or drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Cost for lesson and dance is just $10.
Instructor Paul Fairbanks.
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 - [events]
Monday 29 August 2022
Mon 29 Aug 2022, 6:30-8:30 pm. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. At this time, proof of vaccination will be required. If you have come to one of our dances during the pandemic and shown proof, then I have you on a list and you do not need to bring again. If not, then please bring your vaccine card for entry. No one will be allowed in without proof. We will revisit this requirement as time goes on. It is also a requirement of UCG's at this time. 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, flamerritt@hotmail.com. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [events]
Mon 29 Aug 2022, 7-9 pm. 7:00 - 8:15 pm Israeli Circle Dancing
8:15 - 9:00 pm Israeli Partner Dancing
$10 per person.
If you are a beginner, contact me to schedule free beginner time.
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Gainesville. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [events]
Mon 29 Aug 2022, 7 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class Ages 13 to 18
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Mon 29 Aug 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. Bachata Intermediate Level: 7:30-8:30PM
Salsa Intermediate Level: 8:30-9:30PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Mon 29 Aug 2022, 7:30-8:30 pm. For our adult classes you can wear comfortable athletic wear. Ballet shoes are recommended but not required. Plan to stop in to our office 15 minutes early to sign waivers and make your payment or you may call ahead to make payment over the phone/reserve your spot.
Alachua
15634 NW US HWY 441
Mondays - 7:30-8:30 pm Tap Main Studio (Next to Mi Apa)
Tuesdays - 7-8 pm Ballet/Stretch Lower Studio (Next to LifeSouth)
Tioga
133 SW 130th Way Ste. H, Newberry
Wednesdays - 7:30-8:30 pm Ballet/Stretch (Studio in Between 352 and Gainesville Family Physicians)
Check Back for Hip Hop, Zumba, and Yoga Pop Ups
$40 for 5 classes
$10 drop in. Momentum Dance Arts, 15634 NW US Hwy 441, Suite E, Alachua, 32615. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][events]
Tuesday 30 August 2022
Tue 30 Aug 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Tue 30 Aug 2022, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Salsa Beginners
7:00 pm Bachata
8:00 pm Salsa Intermediate
$10 one class, $18 two classes
Wear comfortable clothing. You do not need a partner. This is a group class that is open to the public, no sign up necessary. You can simply show up. All level of dancers welcome. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][events]
Tue 30 Aug 2022, 6:30-7:30 pm. Teens and Adults age 12 and up.
With the Shuffle Circle. Tioga Town Center, 133 SW 130 Way, Suite H, Newberry, 32669. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Tue 30 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Bachata Beginner Level: 7:00-8:00PM
Salsa Basic-Beginner Level: 8:00-9:00PM
Salsa Advanced-Beginner Level: 9:00-10:00PM. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tue 30 Aug 2022, 7-8 pm. For our adult classes you can wear comfortable athletic wear. Ballet shoes are recommended but not required. Plan to stop in to our office 15 minutes early to sign waivers and make your payment or you may call ahead to make payment over the phone/reserve your spot.
Alachua
15634 NW US HWY 441
Mondays - 7:30-8:30 pm Tap Main Studio (Next to Mi Apa)
Tuesdays - 7-8 pm Ballet/Stretch Lower Studio (Next to LifeSouth)
Tioga
133 SW 130th Way Ste. H, Newberry
Wednesdays - 7:30-8:30 pm Ballet/Stretch (Studio in Between 352 and Gainesville Family Physicians)
Check Back for Hip Hop, Zumba, and Yoga Pop Ups
$40 for 5 classes
$10 drop in. Momentum Dance Arts, 15634 NW US Hwy 441, Suite E, Alachua, 32615. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][events]
Tue 30 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. 7:00 pm Beginning Swing
8:00 pm Beginning Waltz
9:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
$10 per person for one dance. Stay for the other dances at no extra charge.
If you are a new dancer, contact me before coming to schedule beginner 1 basics.
Invite others. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Tue 30 Aug 2022, 7:45 pm. All levels are welcome.
Cost $15 per class in advance. $18 at the door.
Register via
Cashapp: cbarakissa
Venmo: Bara0613. Capoeira Massape Academy, 501 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Barakissa Coulibaly, 352-339-8749, baractivity13@gmail.com. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][events]
Wednesday 31 August 2022
Wed 31 Aug 2022, 6 pm. Tom Petty Park, 400 NE 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [events]
Wed 31 Aug 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428, Jbramb@gmail.com. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][events]
Wed 31 Aug 2022, 7-9 pm. 7:00 PM Beginner Class
8:00 PM Social Dance
West Coast Swing is a fun dance that keeps you wanting more. Come for the lesson and stay for the social dancing after. Drill down on your Basics and learn lots of dance concepts to get ready for our fun intermediate lesson on Sundays! Learn a New Dance.
Casual attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels, but not flip flops, are best for this dance.
Every Wednesday join in for our West Coast Swing group classes.
Cost for lesson and dance is just $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]
Wed 31 Aug 2022, 7:30-8:30 pm. For our adult classes you can wear comfortable athletic wear. Ballet shoes are recommended but not required. Plan to stop in to our office 15 minutes early to sign waivers and make your payment or you may call ahead to make payment over the phone/reserve your spot.
Alachua
15634 NW US HWY 441
Mondays - 7:30-8:30 pm Tap Main Studio (Next to Mi Apa)
Tuesdays - 7-8 pm Ballet/Stretch Lower Studio (Next to LifeSouth)
Tioga
133 SW 130th Way Ste. H, Newberry
Wednesdays - 7:30-8:30 pm Ballet/Stretch (Studio in Between 352 and Gainesville Family Physicians)
Check Back for Hip Hop, Zumba, and Yoga Pop Ups
$40 for 5 classes
$10 drop in. Momentum Dance Arts, 133 SW 130 Way, Suite H, Newberry. 352-575-3404, mdaofficestaff@gmail.com. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][events]