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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [more][facebook][email][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, 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. 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. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Tuesdays
Ongoing Tuesdays, 5-7:30 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 11/12.
6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm West Coast Swing
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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:15-9:15 pm. 6:15 pm - Casino Salsa
7:30 pm - Social dancing. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [gatorsalsa][facebook][email][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. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][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, 12:15-1:15 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, 7-9 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Julieta, 352-281-0428. 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, 7:30-9:30 pm. 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, 5-7:30 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 11/14.
6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm West Coast Swing
8:00 pm Rumba
$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. 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, 6:30-7:30 pm. Watters Dance Studio, 16 NW 70 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][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. Gator Salsa Club - [gatorsalsa][facebook][email][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 7:15-9:15 pm. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][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.
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. UF Swing Dance Club - [email][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. Arthur Murray Dance Center Ocala - [dance][facebook][email][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. Jacqueline Valdez - [jacquelinevaldez][email][events]
2022
October 2022
Saturday 1 October 2022
Sat 1 Oct to Sun 2 Oct 2022, 7-10 pm. Friday evening: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday evening: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday afternoon: 12:00 - 3:00 pm
Note: Single dances on weekends are $15 for adults, $30 for a weekend pass
Weekend dances are $7.50 for youth age 18-25, $15 for a weekend pass.
Children under 18 accompanied by adults are free.
This is a private residence so proof of vaccination is required for all in attendance, including children and spectators.
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. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][email][events]
Sat 1 Oct 2022, 7:30-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30, dance mixer at 7:50 with dancing until 10 pm. Chance to dress to impress. Josh Angel will be DJing. Special refreshments and the coldest AC for dancing. Limited reserved seating, rsvp to attend. Cost is $15/pp, cash no cards. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Sat 1 Oct 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. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][email][events]
Sunday 2 October 2022
Sun 2 Oct 2022, 10-11 am. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 2 Oct 2022, 12-3 pm. Friday evening: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday evening: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday afternoon: 12:00 - 3:00 pm
Note: Single dances on weekends are $15 for adults, $30 for a weekend pass
Weekend dances are $7.50 for youth age 18-25, $15 for a weekend pass.
Children under 18 accompanied by adults are free.
This is a private residence so proof of vaccination is required for all in attendance, including children and spectators.
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. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][email][events]
Sun 2 Oct 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. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Sun 2 Oct 2022, 4-5 pm. DFW, Dallas Fort Worth, Swingout beginners class 8-week session on Sundays starts September 25 with Smooth Flava Dance Gainesville Chapter.
You must have a partner.
Masks are required. Temperature checks upon entrance.
All proceeds benefit I Am STEM Summer Camp.
Cash App: $blssdfuture
Paypal: www.paypal.me/blssdfuture. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. $10 per class per person. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Sun 2 Oct 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 3 October 2022
Mon 3 Oct 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. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 3 Oct 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.
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Gainesville. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Mon 3 Oct 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 3 Oct 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 3 Oct 2022, 7:30-8:30 pm. Join us on Monday nights from 7:30 to 8:30 pm in Reitz Union Dance Studio B for Swing dancing lessons. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Edward Stephen Gavlick III. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]
Mon 3 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Tuesday 4 October 2022
Tue 4 Oct 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 4 Oct 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. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][email][events]
Tue 4 Oct 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 4 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Wednesday 5 October 2022
Wed 5 Oct 2022, 12:15-1:15 pm. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Wed 5 Oct 2022, 6-8 pm. First, we will be having a Small Group at UCG to teach the basics of English Country Dance. Have you come before but wish there had been more teaching? Want to learn the basic figures? Do you have a friend who might like to dance and this would be a good way to ease them into it? Would you like to hear again some of the basic figures—maybe have some questions answered? Want to review moves? Can you come to help and partner with new dancers? All are welcome. There is no charge for these workshops as they are sponsored by UCG.
The class will be on Wednesday evenings beginning September 28 and ending October 19 at UCG in Reimer Hall (the same room as our regular dance). We will be there from 6 - 8. We will be using recorded music. Please join us.
United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Wed 5 Oct 2022, 7-8 pm. Dance of the Seven Veils October 5 through November 16.
This seven week long immersion into Sacred Dance will explore the ancient art of Bellydance in correlation to the seven Chakras. Each week we will focus on one of Chakras and work on the dance isolations that activate that energy point in the body. At the end of this course you will understand how to raise Kundalini energy through dance techniques for the purpose of physical, emotional and spiritual health and well-being. This class will help you feel more connected to empowered to embody the divine feminine energy of the universe.
$120 for 7 weeks or $20 drop-in. 13 Moons Healing Art Studio, 4114 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32609-1807. Astarte Tzighan. Aurora Healing Arts - [facebook][events]
Wed 5 Oct 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][email][events]
Wed 5 Oct 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 5 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Wed 5 Oct 2022, 7:30 pm. There is something for everyone at the circus. Ground skills classes in world dance, juggling, stilt-walking, and more.
Intermediate Adult Ballet - Wednesdays, 6:15 pm
Brazilian Samba - Wednesdays 7:30 pm
Juggling - Wednesdays 6:15 pm
Balancing - Wednesdays 7:30 pm (unicycle, rola bola, Stilts)
Belly Dance - Thursdays 7:00 pm
Handstands - Saturdays 12:15 pm
Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]
Wed 5 Oct 2022, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Lesson
8:30 pm Social Dancing
Join us for Fall Wednesday Night Swing Dances hosted by Florida Swing Dancing Club! There will be a beginner lesson followed by a social dance in the Reitz Union Lower Level Dance Studio. This event is free and open to both students and non-students.
Cannot wait to see you there. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][events]
Thursday 6 October 2022
Thu 6 Oct 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Thu 6 Oct 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. Gator Salsa Club - [facebook][email][events]
Thu 6 Oct 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. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Thu 6 Oct 2022, 6-8 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
When and Where: All classes are on Thursdays starting at 6 pm with open practice after class until 8 pm. Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. Classes on 9/29 and 10/6 will be a shorter class/practice from 6-7 pm and held in Studio A.
The dance studios are located on the bottom floor of the Reitz Union. Parking on campus is free and open after 4:30 pm.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. Toms also are a comfortable option. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Our Promise To Our Tango Students:
-Everyone is welcome to dance any role they like. We welcome and encourage men as followers, women as leaders, non-binary dancers, and any combination in between. Tango i ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][facebook][email][events]
Thu 6 Oct 2022, 7-8 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]
Thu 6 Oct 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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thu 6 Oct 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30-8:30 pm On1 Salsa Beginner and Intermediate
8:30-9:30 pm Practice Social. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Friday 7 October 2022
Fri 7 Oct 2022, 7 pm-12 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.
Bring your own water. Light snacks are provided but contributions to share are wholeheartedly welcome. Good time is on the house and is gratis. Private lessons are available.
Maestro Jeremías has 15 years of experience as a full time Argentine tango instructor, dancer and performer. He has a gift for breaking things down and understanding the structures within the dance. His progressive style of teaching has constantly been complemented by his students. For a full biography, visit https://miamitangoshow.com/about/. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville. David Chayes, 786-524-8259. $15, $10 students. Tango with Thuy - [email][events]
Fri 7 Oct 2022, 8-11 pm. North Florida’s best all original salsa band returns to the Heartwood indoor stage. Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S Main Street, Gainesville. $12. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [heartwoodsoundstage][events]
Fri 7 Oct 2022, 9 pm-12 am. Come out for an outdoor block party in Downtown Gainesville. Uncle Morty's Rhythm Cream Party Band will get our Gators hyped for the big game with some of your favorite uptempo funk, R&B, Soul and Rock tunes. Grab a beer at The Bull and a noodle bowl at Crane Ramen, add that Uncle Morty's Rhythm Cream, and it's a night to remember! See you there. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]
Saturday 8 October 2022
Sat 8 Oct 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 8 Oct 2022, 8 pm-1 am. 8-9 PM: Pre-social lesson
9 PM-1 AM: Social
Join us for another awesome night of dancing.
Price: $12. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][events]
Sat 8 Oct 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. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][email][events]
Sunday 9 October 2022
Sun 9 Oct 2022, 10-11 am. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 9 Oct 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. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Sun 9 Oct 2022, 4-5 pm. DFW, Dallas Fort Worth, Swingout beginners class 8-week session on Sundays starts September 25 with Smooth Flava Dance Gainesville Chapter.
You must have a partner.
Masks are required. Temperature checks upon entrance.
All proceeds benefit I Am STEM Summer Camp.
Cash App: $blssdfuture
Paypal: www.paypal.me/blssdfuture. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. $10 per class per person. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Sun 9 Oct 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 10 October 2022
Mon 10 Oct 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. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 10 Oct 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 10 Oct 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 10 Oct 2022, 7:30-8:30 pm. Join us on Monday nights from 7:30 to 8:30 pm in Reitz Union Dance Studio B for Swing dancing lessons. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Edward Stephen Gavlick III. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]
Mon 10 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Tuesday 11 October 2022
Tue 11 Oct 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 11 Oct 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. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][email][events]
Tue 11 Oct 2022, 6 pm. Alternating Tuesdays with the Shuffle Circle. All levels and styles welcome. Follow us on Instagram @gnvshufflers for up to date info on events we are attending around town. Depot Park, 811 S Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. 352-575-3404. Momentum Dance Arts - [email][events]
Tue 11 Oct 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 11 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Wednesday 12 October 2022
Wed 12 Oct 2022, 12:15-1:15 pm. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Wed 12 Oct 2022, 6-8 pm. First, we will be having a Small Group at UCG to teach the basics of English Country Dance. Have you come before but wish there had been more teaching? Want to learn the basic figures? Do you have a friend who might like to dance and this would be a good way to ease them into it? Would you like to hear again some of the basic figures—maybe have some questions answered? Want to review moves? Can you come to help and partner with new dancers? All are welcome. There is no charge for these workshops as they are sponsored by UCG.
The class will be on Wednesday evenings beginning September 28 and ending October 19 at UCG in Reimer Hall (the same room as our regular dance). We will be there from 6 - 8. We will be using recorded music. Please join us.
United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Wed 12 Oct 2022, 7-8 pm. Dance of the Seven Veils October 5 through November 16.
This seven week long immersion into Sacred Dance will explore the ancient art of Bellydance in correlation to the seven Chakras. Each week we will focus on one of Chakras and work on the dance isolations that activate that energy point in the body. At the end of this course you will understand how to raise Kundalini energy through dance techniques for the purpose of physical, emotional and spiritual health and well-being. This class will help you feel more connected to empowered to embody the divine feminine energy of the universe.
$120 for 7 weeks or $20 drop-in. 13 Moons Healing Art Studio, 4114 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32609-1807. Astarte Tzighan. Aurora Healing Arts - [facebook][events]
Wed 12 Oct 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][email][events]
Wed 12 Oct 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 12 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Wed 12 Oct 2022, 7:30 pm. There is something for everyone at the circus. Ground skills classes in world dance, juggling, stilt-walking, and more.
Intermediate Adult Ballet - Wednesdays, 6:15 pm
Brazilian Samba - Wednesdays 7:30 pm
Juggling - Wednesdays 6:15 pm
Balancing - Wednesdays 7:30 pm (unicycle, rola bola, Stilts)
Belly Dance - Thursdays 7:00 pm
Handstands - Saturdays 12:15 pm
Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]
Wed 12 Oct 2022, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Lesson
8:30 pm Social Dancing
Join us for Fall Wednesday Night Swing Dances hosted by Florida Swing Dancing Club! There will be a beginner lesson followed by a social dance in the Reitz Union Lower Level Dance Studio. This event is free and open to both students and non-students.
Cannot wait to see you there. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][events]
Thursday 13 October 2022
Thu 13 Oct 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Thu 13 Oct 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. Gator Salsa Club - [facebook][email][events]
Thu 13 Oct 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. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Thu 13 Oct 2022, 6-8 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
When and Where: All classes are on Thursdays starting at 6 pm with open practice after class until 8 pm. Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. Classes on 9/29 and 10/6 will be a shorter class/practice from 6-7 pm and held in Studio A.
The dance studios are located on the bottom floor of the Reitz Union. Parking on campus is free and open after 4:30 pm.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. Toms also are a comfortable option. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Our Promise To Our Tango Students:
-Everyone is welcome to dance any role they like. We welcome and encourage men as followers, women as leaders, non-binary dancers, and any combination in between. Tango i ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][facebook][email][events]
Thu 13 Oct 2022, 7-10 pm. 7:00 pm Lesson
7:30 pm Dancing
Every second Thursday evening ballroom dance. The venue is close to US 441 in Belleview. The cross street is SE 56th Avenue, between the McDonald’s and the Burger King. This dance provides us with a venue that is convenient to Ocala and Belleview.
Our Chapter also hosts a Sunday Tea Dance on the fourth Sunday of each month at the Ross Plumbing Ballroom, 930 Thomas Avenue, Leesburg, Florida.
Belleview Community Center, 5615 SE 110 Place, Belleview, 34420. Susan Heaney, 407-757-2975. $10 members, $14 non-members. USA Dance Ocala - [usadanceocala][email][events]
Thu 13 Oct 2022, 7-8 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]
Thu 13 Oct 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30-8:30 pm On1 Salsa Beginner and Intermediate
8:30-9:30 pm Practice Social. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Thu 13 Oct 2022, 8-10 pm. Note we are starting at 8 pm this week due to a scheduling conflict.
8:00 Swing or Other
9:00 Waltz or Other
10:00 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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Saturday 15 October 2022
Sat 15 Oct 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 15 Oct 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. $10. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][email][events]
Sat 15 Oct 2022, 7:30-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30, dance mixer at 7:50 with dancing until 10 pm. Celebrating October birthdays, Great mix of music. Light refreshments and the coldest AC for dancing. Rsvp to attend. Cost is $15/pp, cash no cards. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Sat 15 Oct 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. Gator Salsa Club - [facebook][email][events]
Sat 15 Oct 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. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][email][events]
Sunday 16 October 2022
Sun 16 Oct 2022, 10-11 am. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 16 Oct 2022, 3-6 pm. Bring your own food and drinks. There are many eateries nearby. Open to everyone. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Sun 16 Oct 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. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Sun 16 Oct 2022, 4-5 pm. DFW, Dallas Fort Worth, Swingout beginners class 8-week session on Sundays starts September 25 with Smooth Flava Dance Gainesville Chapter.
You must have a partner.
Masks are required. Temperature checks upon entrance.
All proceeds benefit I Am STEM Summer Camp.
Cash App: $blssdfuture
Paypal: www.paypal.me/blssdfuture. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. $10 per class per person. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Sun 16 Oct 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 17 October 2022
Mon 17 Oct 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. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 17 Oct 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 17 Oct 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 17 Oct 2022, 7:30-8:30 pm. Join us on Monday nights from 7:30 to 8:30 pm in Reitz Union Dance Studio B for Swing dancing lessons. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Edward Stephen Gavlick III. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]
Mon 17 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Tuesday 18 October 2022
Tue 18 Oct 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 18 Oct 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. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][email][events]
Tue 18 Oct 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 18 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Tue 18 Oct 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. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][email][events]
Wednesday 19 October 2022
Wed 19 Oct 2022, 12:15-1:15 pm. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Wed 19 Oct 2022, 6-8 pm. First, we will be having a Small Group at UCG to teach the basics of English Country Dance. Have you come before but wish there had been more teaching? Want to learn the basic figures? Do you have a friend who might like to dance and this would be a good way to ease them into it? Would you like to hear again some of the basic figures—maybe have some questions answered? Want to review moves? Can you come to help and partner with new dancers? All are welcome. There is no charge for these workshops as they are sponsored by UCG.
The class will be on Wednesday evenings beginning September 28 and ending October 19 at UCG in Reimer Hall (the same room as our regular dance). We will be there from 6 - 8. We will be using recorded music. Please join us.
United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Wed 19 Oct 2022, 7-8 pm. Dance of the Seven Veils October 5 through November 16.
This seven week long immersion into Sacred Dance will explore the ancient art of Bellydance in correlation to the seven Chakras. Each week we will focus on one of Chakras and work on the dance isolations that activate that energy point in the body. At the end of this course you will understand how to raise Kundalini energy through dance techniques for the purpose of physical, emotional and spiritual health and well-being. This class will help you feel more connected to empowered to embody the divine feminine energy of the universe.
$120 for 7 weeks or $20 drop-in. 13 Moons Healing Art Studio, 4114 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32609-1807. Astarte Tzighan. Aurora Healing Arts - [facebook][events]
Wed 19 Oct 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][email][events]
Wed 19 Oct 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 19 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Wed 19 Oct 2022, 7:30 pm. There is something for everyone at the circus. Ground skills classes in world dance, juggling, stilt-walking, and more.
Intermediate Adult Ballet - Wednesdays, 6:15 pm
Brazilian Samba - Wednesdays 7:30 pm
Juggling - Wednesdays 6:15 pm
Balancing - Wednesdays 7:30 pm (unicycle, rola bola, Stilts)
Belly Dance - Thursdays 7:00 pm
Handstands - Saturdays 12:15 pm
Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]
Wed 19 Oct 2022, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Lesson
8:30 pm Social Dancing
Join us for Fall Wednesday Night Swing Dances hosted by Florida Swing Dancing Club! There will be a beginner lesson followed by a social dance in the Reitz Union Lower Level Dance Studio. This event is free and open to both students and non-students.
Cannot wait to see you there. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][events]
Thursday 20 October 2022
Thu 20 Oct 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Thu 20 Oct 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. Gator Salsa Club - [facebook][email][events]
Thu 20 Oct 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. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Thu 20 Oct 2022, 6-8 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
When and Where: All classes are on Thursdays starting at 6 pm with open practice after class until 8 pm. Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. Classes on 9/29 and 10/6 will be a shorter class/practice from 6-7 pm and held in Studio A.
The dance studios are located on the bottom floor of the Reitz Union. Parking on campus is free and open after 4:30 pm.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. Toms also are a comfortable option. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Our Promise To Our Tango Students:
-Everyone is welcome to dance any role they like. We welcome and encourage men as followers, women as leaders, non-binary dancers, and any combination in between. Tango i ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][facebook][email][events]
Thu 20 Oct 2022, 7-8 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]
Thu 20 Oct 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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thu 20 Oct 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30-8:30 pm On1 Salsa Beginner and Intermediate
8:30-9:30 pm Practice Social. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Friday 21 October 2022
Fri 21 Oct 2022, 7-9 pm. My art show is on display at Cypress & Grove until October 25. I will be at C&G this Friday, October 21, 7-9 PM, to see you and chat. Please come if you have not had a chance yet, or if you want to hang out together some more. The Jazz Bandits will be playing outdoors and Mystery Masala serving food. I hope to see you there.
Closing Event of the solo mixed-media exhibition In The Eye of the Storm by Sarit Ben-David Sela.
About the exhibition:
Discovering intuitive art as a self-expression tool during the pandemic, Sarit Ben-David Sela is opening her visual journal to us.
Sarit’s work is inspired by myths, stories, dreams, and daily experiences, and uses a wide variety of materials and techniques.
The art is on display at Cypress & Grove till October 25. To view the works online, visit shorturl.at/bGO46 Cypress & Grove Brewing Co., 1001 NW 4 Street, Gainesville. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 21 Oct 2022, 7-10 pm. The Depot and Speakeasy Room, 22060 N US Hwy 441, Micanopy, 32667. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]
Fri 21 Oct 2022, 7:30-10:30 pm. Dancing this Friday night. October 21st, our first ever Friday Night Dance. We are letting go of our Sunday Classes and Dance for now, Hope you will come and join us this Friday. This will be Dancing only, no Class.
West Coast Swing Dance, but we can play requests for all variety of dances. Let's Have Fun. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Saturday 22 October 2022
Sat 22 Oct 2022, 7-10 pm. Uncle Morty's Rhythm Cream was voted #1 Local Band in Alachua by Our Town Magazine and we are super proud. We will be live in the fraîche at One Love Cafe on Saturday, October 22. It is a family show, but we will serving adult sized platters of Classic R&B, rock, and pop. Bring dancing shoes, and a friend.
If you have not visited One Love Cafe, you will love the local, farm to table food, drinks, and outdoor seating, and the family and dog friendly setting. See you there. One Love Cafe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]
Sat 22 Oct 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. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][email][events]
Sunday 23 October 2022
Sun 23 Oct 2022, 10-11 am. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 23 Oct 2022, 3-6 pm. 3:00 pm Lesson
3:30 pm Dancing
Enter on the side of the building. Second floor.
Our chapter hosts a Sunday Tea Dance on the fourth Sunday of each month in Leesburg.
Every second Thursday our chapter also hosts an evening ballroom dance in Belleview. Ross Plumbing Ballroom, 930 Thomas Avenue, Lessburg, 34748. Susan Heaney, 407-757-2975. $10 members, $14 non-members. USA Dance Ocala - [usadanceocala][email][events]
Sun 23 Oct 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. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Sun 23 Oct 2022, 4-5 pm. DFW, Dallas Fort Worth, Swingout beginners class 8-week session on Sundays starts September 25 with Smooth Flava Dance Gainesville Chapter.
You must have a partner.
Masks are required. Temperature checks upon entrance.
All proceeds benefit I Am STEM Summer Camp.
Cash App: $blssdfuture
Paypal: www.paypal.me/blssdfuture. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. $10 per class per person. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Sun 23 Oct 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 24 October 2022
Mon 24 Oct 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. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 24 Oct 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.
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Gainesville. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Mon 24 Oct 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 24 Oct 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 24 Oct 2022, 7:30-8:30 pm. Join us on Monday nights from 7:30 to 8:30 pm in Reitz Union Dance Studio B for Swing dancing lessons. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Edward Stephen Gavlick III. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]
Mon 24 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Tuesday 25 October 2022
Tue 25 Oct 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 25 Oct 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. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente][email][events]
Tue 25 Oct 2022, 6 pm. Alternating Tuesdays with the Shuffle Circle. All levels and styles welcome. Follow us on Instagram @gnvshufflers for up to date info on events we are attending around town. Depot Park, 811 S Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. 352-575-3404. Momentum Dance Arts - [email][events]
Tue 25 Oct 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][email][events]
Tue 25 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Tue 25 Oct 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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Tue 25 Oct 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. IndepenDance Studio - [barakissacoulibaly][email][events]
Wednesday 26 October 2022
Wed 26 Oct 2022, 12:15-1:15 pm. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Wed 26 Oct 2022, 6-8 pm. First, we will be having a Small Group at UCG to teach the basics of English Country Dance. Have you come before but wish there had been more teaching? Want to learn the basic figures? Do you have a friend who might like to dance and this would be a good way to ease them into it? Would you like to hear again some of the basic figures—maybe have some questions answered? Want to review moves? Can you come to help and partner with new dancers? All are welcome. There is no charge for these workshops as they are sponsored by UCG.
The class will be on Wednesday evenings beginning September 28 and ending October 19 at UCG in Reimer Hall (the same room as our regular dance). We will be there from 6 - 8. We will be using recorded music. Please join us.
United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Wed 26 Oct 2022, 7-8 pm. Dance of the Seven Veils October 5 through November 16.
This seven week long immersion into Sacred Dance will explore the ancient art of Bellydance in correlation to the seven Chakras. Each week we will focus on one of Chakras and work on the dance isolations that activate that energy point in the body. At the end of this course you will understand how to raise Kundalini energy through dance techniques for the purpose of physical, emotional and spiritual health and well-being. This class will help you feel more connected to empowered to embody the divine feminine energy of the universe.
$120 for 7 weeks or $20 drop-in. 13 Moons Healing Art Studio, 4114 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32609-1807. Astarte Tzighan. Aurora Healing Arts - [facebook][events]
Wed 26 Oct 2022, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Hawthorne Wellness Center, 6110 SE 205 Street, Hawthorne, 32640. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $2. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][email][events]
Wed 26 Oct 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 26 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]
Wed 26 Oct 2022, 7:30 pm. There is something for everyone at the circus. Ground skills classes in world dance, juggling, stilt-walking, and more.
Intermediate Adult Ballet - Wednesdays, 6:15 pm
Brazilian Samba - Wednesdays 7:30 pm
Juggling - Wednesdays 6:15 pm
Balancing - Wednesdays 7:30 pm (unicycle, rola bola, Stilts)
Belly Dance - Thursdays 7:00 pm
Handstands - Saturdays 12:15 pm
Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]
Wed 26 Oct 2022, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Lesson
8:30 pm Social Dancing
Join us for Fall Wednesday Night Swing Dances hosted by Florida Swing Dancing Club! There will be a beginner lesson followed by a social dance in the Reitz Union Lower Level Dance Studio. This event is free and open to both students and non-students.
Cannot wait to see you there. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][events]
Thursday 27 October 2022
Thu 27 Oct 2022, 5:45-6:45 pm. Beginning line dancing outside downtown Gainesville at Bo Diddley Plaza. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Thu 27 Oct 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. Gator Salsa Club - [facebook][email][events]
Thu 27 Oct 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. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Thu 27 Oct 2022, 6-8 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
When and Where: All classes are on Thursdays starting at 6 pm with open practice after class until 8 pm. Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. Classes on 9/29 and 10/6 will be a shorter class/practice from 6-7 pm and held in Studio A.
The dance studios are located on the bottom floor of the Reitz Union. Parking on campus is free and open after 4:30 pm.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. Toms also are a comfortable option. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Our Promise To Our Tango Students:
-Everyone is welcome to dance any role they like. We welcome and encourage men as followers, women as leaders, non-binary dancers, and any combination in between. Tango i ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][facebook][email][events]
Thu 27 Oct 2022, 7-8 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]
Thu 27 Oct 2022, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30-8:30 pm On1 Salsa Beginner and Intermediate
8:30-9:30 pm Practice Social. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][email][events]
Friday 28 October 2022
Fri 28 Oct 2022. Had a great turnout last month. We will be at mothers pub again. Bring your dancing shoes as we play all the best variety of oldies and fun dance tunes. Join us for a great time. Mother's Pub & Grill North, 5109 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville, 32606. Natas Shapiro. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Fri 28 Oct 2022, 8 pm. 8:00- 9:00 pm Bachata Workshop followed by dancing
Ocala, welcome to another dance social. We will do this evey 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've been practicing. You'll be in for a fun night. DJ Bob Ocho, will be playing your favorite salsa, bachata, merengue, and cha cha cha all night.
Bachata Workshop:
8:00- 9:00pm Instructor Bob. Social dancing to immediately follow. The music will play nonstop until its time to go.
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. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]
Fri 28 Oct 2022, 8-10:30 pm. Hello everyone. Time for another fun (mostly) West Coast Swing dance hosted by yours truly! Nothing fancy, just 2.5 hours of mostly West Coast Swing dancing, a beautiful dance floor, and air conditioning that will put frost on a polar bear.
Music will be mostly West Coast Swing with some East Coast Swing, Hustle, Country 2 step, and maybe some other random stuff for no good reason.
Please, no alcoholic beverages.
COVID guidelines
If you have cold or flu symptoms or have recently been in close contact with someone who has shown these symptoms, please be kind and stay home. We will love to have you back for future dances when you are well and can safely attend. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville. Chad Young. $15. Chad Big Daddy Young Swing Time - [facebook][email][events]
Saturday 29 October 2022
Sat 29 Oct 2022, 3 pm. Hey Gainesville. Calling all out everybody, school kids, homeschool, co-op groups, and adults. Come meet me near the Cade Museum to learn some new dance moves. And have fun. Learn how to groove. Be yourself. This is a free event. This month we are going to learn about House Dance. See you there. Make sure you bring water and towels. Keeping yourself hydrated is important. Depot Park, Gainesville, 32601. Dominique Revell. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Sat 29 Oct 2022, 7:30-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30, dance mixer at 7:50 with dancing until 10 pm. Join us for a Halloween and Day of the Dead Party. Prizes for best costumes. Lots of deadly music. Enjoy light refreshments and a beautiful venue. Coldest AC in town for dancing. RSVP. $15/pp or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Sat 29 Oct 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. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][email][events]
Sunday 30 October 2022
Sun 30 Oct 2022, 10-11 am. Sunday: 10-11 am
Wednesday: 12:15 to 1:15 pm
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. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 30 Oct 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. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Sun 30 Oct 2022, 4-5 pm. DFW, Dallas Fort Worth, Swingout beginners class 8-week session on Sundays starts September 25 with Smooth Flava Dance Gainesville Chapter.
You must have a partner.
Masks are required. Temperature checks upon entrance.
All proceeds benefit I Am STEM Summer Camp.
Cash App: $blssdfuture
Paypal: www.paypal.me/blssdfuture. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. $10 per class per person. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Sun 30 Oct 2022, 4-8 pm. An Autumn Concert Series bought to you by Ancient City Entertainment. Join us for Vendors, Food trucks, and phenomenal live entertainment. Two free concerts. Bring your chairs and blankets because last Sundays in fall means the river is the place to be.
October 30
Let's Ride
High Energy 12 piece brass band spectacular
November 27
Ulysses Owens Jr. and Friends
Grammy Award winning jazz triple threat
Acclaimed Entertainer and gifted bandleader Ulysses Owens Jr.
VIP Wine Tasting Wristband
8 Unique Seasonal Wines per event
$10 advance per event , $15 day of
Ticket Link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jazz-on-the-river-palatka-tickets-407128601607. Riverfront Park, Palatka. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][email][events]
Sun 30 Oct 2022, 5-6 pm. Join our 4 week series. Learn three popular dances Waltz, East Coast Swing, and Rumba. Enjoy dancing on a cruise, parties, at your wedding or a friend's. No experience needed. Learn basic patterns, lead and follow, and timing in a stress-free environment. 4 week cost is $100/couple. Limited to 5 couples. Register to attend. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]
Monday 31 October 2022
Mon 31 Oct 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. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 31 Oct 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.
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Gainesville. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Mon 31 Oct 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 31 Oct 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][email][events]
Mon 31 Oct 2022, 7:30-8:30 pm. Join us on Monday nights from 7:30 to 8:30 pm in Reitz Union Dance Studio B for Swing dancing lessons. We have beginner and intermediate lessons followed by free private lessons you can sign up for. No partner needed. We hope to see many familiar and new faces. UF Campus, J. Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio, Gainesville. Edward Stephen Gavlick III. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][events]
Mon 31 Oct 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. Momentum Dance Arts - [momentumdancearts][email][events]