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Florida North Central: Gainesville, Ocala - United States

Dance Events

Ongoing
SundaysMondaysTuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysSaturdays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Belly Dance Love with Najmah

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

English Country Dancing

Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Argentine Tango, Waltz or Other, and Dance Mix with Andy

Gator Salsa Club at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

UF Argentine Tango Class with Trista and Alper

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

International Folk Dancing in Gainesville

West Coast Swing Beginner Class in Ocala

Argentine Tango with Andrea

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala

Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Argentine Tango, Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy

Israeli Dance Beginners with Kathie

Line Dancing Class with Lisa

Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

Gator Salsa Club Downtown

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing

Other

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala

Jacqueline Valdez Boutique Dance and Fitness

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International Folk Dancing New Years Day a Cuscowilla Nature Center

No Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy

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No Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy

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No Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Dance Mix with Andy

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Contra Dance Weekend with Larry Unger with Frannie Marr & Audacious

West Coast Swing Happy New Year Dance in Ocala

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Contra Dance Weekend with Larry Unger with Frannie Marr & Audacious

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The Stomp Barn Dinner and Dancing

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Intro to Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

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Ballroom Dance Party with Ray and Eileen

Salsa Mundial 9th Annual Whiteout Party with Karel Flores

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Ecstatic Dance Sacred Sunday at Flow Space with Krista Kingsbury

Smooth Flava Calling All Men to the Dance Floor with Wanda Lloyd

Contact Improvisations Foundations Workshop with Ileigh Reynolds

Swing Dance with Death and Taxes Band in High Springs

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West Coast Swing Social Dance with Sharrone Smith in Gainesville

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Social Dancing in High Springs

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Contra Dance with the GODS at GHFC Indoors with JoLaine & The Baldwins

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Contra Dance with Joe De Paolo & Kevin Shepherd with The Rafter Ringers

Argentine Tango Milonga dell Amicizia with Rosanna

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Family and Friends Outdoor Dance Party Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

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Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

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Line Dancing for Everyone with Eileen 1 of 3

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Ballroom Dance Winter White Party with Ray and Eileen

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Beginning Israeli Dancing with Andy

Beginning Rumba with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3

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Beginning Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy 1 of 4

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Monthly Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit Sundays Gainesville Nia Holistic
Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd Sundays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Belly Dance Love with Najmah Sundays Gainesville Najmah Nour
Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville Mondays Gainesville Baila Calien
English Country Dancing Mondays Gainesville ECD
Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy Mondays Gainesville IDanceAW
Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial Mondays Gainesville Mundial
Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd Tuesdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Argentine Tango, Waltz or Other, and Dance Mix with Andy Tuesdays Gainesville SwingDance
Gator Salsa Club at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Tuesdays Gainesville GSC
West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith Tuesdays Gainesville Public
Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd Tuesdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala Tuesdays Ocala Baila Calien
Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial Tuesdays Gainesville Mundial
Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit Wednesdays Gainesville Nia Holistic
UF Argentine Tango Class with Trista and Alper Wednesdays Gainesville UF Argentine
Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville Wednesdays Gainesville Baila Calien
International Folk Dancing in Gainesville Wednesdays Gainesville GIFD
West Coast Swing Beginner Class in Ocala Wednesdays Ocala Ocala Dance
Argentine Tango with Andrea Wednesdays Gainesville Tango Papiru
Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial Wednesdays Gainesville Mundial
Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala Thursdays Ocala Public
Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd Thursdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Argentine Tango, Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy Thursdays Gainesville SwingDance
Israeli Dance Beginners with Kathie Thursdays Gainesville KolSimcha
Line Dancing Class with Lisa Thursdays Gainesville ParrisDanc
Belly Dance with Karen Muratti Thursdays Gainesville GCC
Gator Salsa Club Downtown Thursdays Gainesville GSC
Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala Thursdays Ocala Baila Calien
Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing Thursdays Gainesville UF Swing Dan
All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala Other Ocala AM
Jacqueline Valdez Boutique Dance and Fitness Other Gainesville JValdez
International Folk Dancing New Years Day a Cuscowilla Nature Center Mon 1/01 Gainesville GIFD
No Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy Mon 1/01 Gainesville IDanceAW
No Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy Tue 1/02 Gainesville SwingDance
No Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Dance Mix with Andy Thu 1/04 Gainesville SwingDance
Contra Dance Weekend with Larry Unger with Frannie Marr & Audacious Fri 1/05 Melrose GODS
West Coast Swing Happy New Year Dance in Ocala Fri 1/05 Ocala Ocala Dance
Contra Dance Weekend with Larry Unger with Frannie Marr & Audacious Sat 1/06 Melrose GODS
The Stomp Barn Dinner and Dancing Sun 1/07 Micanopy Public
Intro to Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti Thu 1/11 Gainesville GCC
Ballroom Dance Party with Ray and Eileen Sat 1/13 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Salsa Mundial 9th Annual Whiteout Party with Karel Flores Sat 1/13 Gainesville Mundial
Ecstatic Dance Sacred Sunday at Flow Space with Krista Kingsbury Sun 1/14 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Smooth Flava Calling All Men to the Dance Floor with Wanda Lloyd Sun 1/14 Gainesville Smooth Flava
Contact Improvisations Foundations Workshop with Ileigh Reynolds Sun 1/14 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Swing Dance with Death and Taxes Band in High Springs Sun 1/14 High Springs SwingDance
West Coast Swing Social Dance with Sharrone Smith in Gainesville Tue 1/16 Gainesville Public
Social Dancing in High Springs Fri 1/19 High Springs SwingDance
West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala Fri 1/19 Ocala Ocala Dance
Contra Dance with the GODS at GHFC Indoors with JoLaine & The Baldwins Fri 1/19 Gainesville GODS
Contra Dance with Joe De Paolo & Kevin Shepherd with The Rafter Ringers Sat 1/20 Melrose GODS
Argentine Tango Milonga dell Amicizia with Rosanna Sat 1/20 Gainesville Tango El Abr
Family and Friends Outdoor Dance Party Downtown with Wanda Lloyd Sun 1/21 Gainesville Smooth Flava
Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd Wed 1/24 Gainesville Smooth Flava
Line Dancing for Everyone with Eileen 1 of 3 Thu 1/25 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Ballroom Dance Winter White Party with Ray and Eileen Sat 1/27 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Beginning Israeli Dancing with Andy Mon 1/29 Gainesville IDanceAW
Beginning Rumba with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3 Mon 1/29 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Beginning Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy 1 of 4 Tue 1/30 Gainesville SwingDance
Monthly Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala Wed 1/31 Summerfield USA Dance Oc

Ongoing


Sundays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Ongoing Sundays, 10-11 am. Class Details: * When: Sundays, 10-11 AM, starting October 6, 2024 * Cost: Donation-based (suggested $15 per class). * Who’s 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 t ... 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]

Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd

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]

Belly Dance Love with Najmah

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

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

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]

English Country Dancing

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]

Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy

Ongoing Mondays, 7-9 pm. No dancing July 8 thru August 5 because I will be out of town. Dancing resumes August 12. 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]

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

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

Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

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]

Argentine Tango, Waltz or Other, and Dance Mix with Andy

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Waltz or Other 8:00 pm Dance Mix $10 You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling. Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions. Let me know if you can attend. Invite others. If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]

Gator Salsa Club at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

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]

West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 pm L1 work on your basics 7:30 pm L2 class starts 8:30 to 9 pm practice Social dancing will now be the first Tuesday of every month. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. $10. Public - [facebook][events]

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

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]

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

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]

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ongoing Tuesdays, 7:30 pm. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]


Wednesdays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

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]

UF Argentine Tango Class with Trista and Alper

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]

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

Ongoing Wednesdays, 6-9 pm. Mondays 6:00 pm Beginners Bachata 7:00 pm Bachata Footwork and Styling 8:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork 9:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork Wednesdays 6:00 pm Beginners Salsa 7:00 pm Salsa Footwork and Styling 8:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork 9:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork All levels of dancers welcome. Gainesville’s 5 Star Comedy & Jazz Event Center, 534 N. Main Street, Gainesville. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente1][email][events]

International Folk Dancing in Gainesville

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]

West Coast Swing Beginner Class in Ocala

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]

Argentine Tango with Andrea

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-9 pm. Ongoing Argentine Tango class and practice in a private home. Gainesville. Andrea Pham. Tango Papirusa - [email][events]

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

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

Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala

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]

Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

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]

Argentine Tango, Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy

Ongoing Thursdays, 6-9 pm. No dancing on September 26, October 3, October 17, October 24 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Hustle! 8:00 pm Dance Mix $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]

Israeli Dance Beginners with Kathie

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]

Line Dancing Class with Lisa

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]

Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

Ongoing Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm. Watters Dance Studio, 16 NW 70 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]

Gator Salsa Club Downtown

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]

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

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]

Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing

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

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala

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]

Jacqueline Valdez Boutique Dance and Fitness

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]


2024


January 2024


Monday 1 January 2024

International Folk Dancing New Years Day a Cuscowilla Nature Center

Mon 1 Jan, 11 am-3 pm. Celebrate the New Year dancing. Meet at 210 SE 134 Avenue to dance (off US 441 across from Lake Wauburg’s south entrance). We will dance from 11 am to 2 pm, followed by shared light potluck dishes until 3 pm. $5 rental per person. Indoors; so, it will take place rain or cold or shine. We need more people to attend, bring friends. Share widely to other folk dance groups. Israeli dancing same day at 7 pm with Andy Weitzen. 210 SE 134 Avenue, Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][email][events]

No Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy

Mon 1 Jan, 7-9 pm. Dancing canceled because I had Covid on Thursday. Celebrate the New Year dancing. 7:00 - 8:00 pm Beginning Israeli Circle Dancing 8:00 - 9:00 pm Beginning Israeli Partner Dancing $10 per family. 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]


Tuesday 2 January 2024

No Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy

Tue 2 Jan, 7-8 pm. No dancing this week because I had Covid. 7:00 pm Argentine Tango 8:00 pm West Coast Swing 9:00 pm Dance Mix $10 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]


Thursday 4 January 2024

No Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Dance Mix with Andy

Thu 4 Jan, 6-9 pm. No dancing this week because I had Covid. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm West Coast Swing 8:00 pm Dance Mix $10 Dancing is for all levels. For the Dance Mix, dances chosen by those attending. If you do not know a dance, you will learn enough to do the basic steps. You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling. 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]


Friday 5 January 2024

Contra Dance Weekend with Larry Unger with Frannie Marr & Audacious

Fri 5 Jan to Sat 6 Jan, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm Saturday 12-3 pm Saturday 6-9 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][email][events]

West Coast Swing Happy New Year Dance in Ocala

Fri 5 Jan, 7:30-10:30 pm. Start the New Year on the Right Foot and join in the fun for 2024. Get your Groove on and get that body moving to the music. The Holidays may be over, but the Party keeps going. West Coast Swing Dance, sprinkled with all the other ballroom varieties. Come on out and share your Joy. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. $10. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]


Saturday 6 January 2024

Contra Dance Weekend with Larry Unger with Frannie Marr & Audacious

Sat 6 Jan, 12-9 pm. Friday 7-10 pm Saturday 12-3 pm Saturday 6-9 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][email][events]


Sunday 7 January 2024

The Stomp Barn Dinner and Dancing

Sun 7 Jan, 5 pm. 5 pm Dance lessons 6 pm Homecooked meal Followed by live music and dancing with Jayc Harold and the Honky Tonkin Opry Band plus special guests. $30 per person $50 per couple Kids under 10 free Call to reserve your seat. The Stomp Barn, 18744 NW 100 Avenue Road, Micanopy, 32667. 352-816-3718. Public - [events]


Thursday 11 January 2024

Intro to Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

Thu 11 Jan, 7-8 pm. Get centered, flexible, and fit with Middle Eastern dance. In this class, we will focus on balance, arm and hip movements, fluidity and creativity, working on posture, and introducing new combinations. Breathe, move, flow, and experience the healing power of dance. No experience needed. [link="https://bookheartmind.as.me/bellydance"]. Thornebrook Village, Suite 25A, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]


Saturday 13 January 2024

Ballroom Dance Party with Ray and Eileen

Sat 13 Jan, 7:30-10 pm. Celebrate January birthdays. Great music, yummy snacks, and cold AC. RSVP by email to attend. Limited to 60 dancers. $15 per person or $25 per couple, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]

Salsa Mundial 9th Annual Whiteout Party with Karel Flores

Sat 13 Jan, 8 pm-2 am. 7:30 Doors open 8:00 Workshop Salsa shine and footwork by Karel Flores, All levels 9:00 Social 11:00 Performance Karel Flores and Jairo Kuoman We are thrilled to announce our special guest artist, Karel Flores (NY) for our 9th Annual Whiteout party. Dress to impress in your cool white attire for the social. Karel is a dancer, choreographer, competition judge, instructor and the founder of Karel Flores World, a global dance franchise consisting of salsa dance teams across the United States, South America, Europe and Asia, aiming to empower women through dance. Do not miss this exclusive event. Attire: White KF Masterclass** Private lesson: Sold Out Pricing Weekend pass (Social+Pre-social workshop+KF Masterclass): Pre-sale: $50 (ends on 01/10/2024) https://square.link/u/8aGIMWjU Social with Pre-social workshop: $20 (at the door) KF Masterclass (Sunday): $40 https://square.link/u/o25QYQFm *The maximu ... Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. $15. Salsa Mundial - [more][facebook][salsamundial][email][events]


Sunday 14 January 2024

Ecstatic Dance Sacred Sunday at Flow Space with Krista Kingsbury

Sun 14 Jan, 10 am-12:30 pm. 2nd Sundays. Flow Space, 117 NW 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [email][events]

Smooth Flava Calling All Men to the Dance Floor with Wanda Lloyd

Sun 14 Jan, 4-7 pm. Help us raise money for our youth as you learn a new dance in 2024. Purpose: Introduce a new dance style to the men of Gainesville and build a dance community for the grown folks while raising money for our 501c3 BLSSD Future. Please invite your friends, wives, and significant others as learning is fun with friend. Please help us dance with purpose. Cost is $10 in advance per person. Cashapp $blssdfuture Space is limited. If you cannot attend, please give a donation for our children who need our financial help to attend I Am Stem Camp. Help us dance the dream during MLK Weekend. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Contact Improvisations Foundations Workshop with Ileigh Reynolds

Sun 14 Jan, 7-9 pm. $25 Link to sign up: [link="https://flow-space-gnv.as.me/?appointmentType=50770629"] Link to our full schedule: [link="https://www.flowspacegnv.com/class-types"] Join us for a deep dive into foundations of Contact Improvisation every second Sunday. Contact improv is a dance form that explores touch, weight sharing, and finding a flow state with other bodies. Beyond the physical, it’s a beautiful way to practice listening, trust, following impulses, and cultivating playfulness. These workshops are a chance to learn and deepen CI skills, with a combination of exercises and open dancing to integrate what you've learned. October’s workshop focuses on how we physically communicate consent. We’ll practice saying no, yes, yes and - through our bodies. We’ll explore ways to invite another into a dance and how to read responses through body language. In addition to recognizing that consent can change in every moment of our dance ... Flow Space Yoga and Arts, 117 NW 16 Avenue, Gainesville. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][facebook][events]

Swing Dance with Death and Taxes Band in High Springs

Sun 14 Jan, 7-9 pm. 6 pm - appetizer spread (included) 7 pm - dance lesson Concert/Dancing begins The Death and Taxes swing band is unavoidably swingin'. You have heard all the usual swing bands, time to check out something a little different. Featuring extra danceable arrangements, sultry vocals, and a whole lot of rhythm. Dance lesson taught before the show, no experience necessary. [link="https://bit.ly/swingband_highsprings" text="Tickets"]. The Opera House, 18587 Main Street, High Springs, 32643. $20. Swing Dance Gainesville - [bit][youtube][events]


Tuesday 16 January 2024

West Coast Swing Social Dance with Sharrone Smith in Gainesville

Tue 16 Jan, 7-9 pm. Tuesdays January 16 through April 2. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. $10. Public - [facebook][events]


Friday 19 January 2024

Social Dancing in High Springs

Fri 19 Jan, 7-9 pm. Including Ballroom, Swing, Latin, Country, Two-Step. All members of the community are welcome. High Springs Lions Club, 26900 W US Highway 27, High Springs, 32643. Ken Najorka at 407-721-9711 or Katherine at 321-243-1907. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Fri 19 Jan, 7:30-10:30 pm. Time to get your Dance Fix at our West Coast Swing Dance. A West Coast Swing Dance with some other music and dance varieties sprinkled in. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. $10. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]

Contra Dance with the GODS at GHFC Indoors with JoLaine & The Baldwins

Fri 19 Jan, 7:45-10:30 pm. 6:00 pm — Setup 7:00 – 9:30 pm — Contra Dance 9:30 – 10:00 pm — Cleanup Suggested Donation: $10 (ages 26+) $5 (ages 16-25) Dancers aged 15 and under get in free when accompanied by an adult. No partner needed. Donation admission. All welcome. Live band and caller. All dances taught. Provided by Gainesville Old Time Dance Society. Come enjoy the pleasures of music and dance and friendly people with us. Gainesville Health and Fitness Center, Echo Pavilion, 4820 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, 32607. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][groups][email][events]


Saturday 20 January 2024

Contra Dance with Joe De Paolo & Kevin Shepherd with The Rafter Ringers

Sat 20 Jan, 6-9 pm. 5 pm Waltz - confirm 6 pm Contra Dance. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. 904-403-9523 text only. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][email][events]

Argentine Tango Milonga dell Amicizia with Rosanna

Sat 20 Jan, 8 pm-12 am. A milonga with Italian hospitality. You are cordially invited to spend the evening together to enjoy Tango music, Italian food, and friendship. Please invite your friends whether they are dancers or not. This month we will have a special guest DJ Guillermo Elkhouss (and lovely wife and tanguera Vittoria Natale), formerly of Buenos Aires and New Jersey, USA. Some of you will remember when he DJed for us prior 4 years ago and kept everyone dancing all night with his mix of classic hits from the Golden Age of Tango for a very authentic feel of Argentine Tango as played in the very best milongas of Buenos Aries and around the world. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. $20. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [events]


Sunday 21 January 2024

Family and Friends Outdoor Dance Party Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Sun 21 Jan, 3-6 pm. Bring your own water and lawn chairs. There are many eateries nearby. Open to everyone. Depot Park, 874 SE 4 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]


Wednesday 24 January 2024

Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Wed 24 Jan, 5:30-6:30 pm. Come get your steps in y'all. Everyone is welcome. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]


Thursday 25 January 2024

Line Dancing for Everyone with Eileen 1 of 3

Thu 25 Jan, 6-7 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $29. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]


Saturday 27 January 2024

Ballroom Dance Winter White Party with Ray and Eileen

Sat 27 Jan, 7:30-10 pm. In lieu of snow, wear your winter white. Great music, yummy snacks, and cold AC. RSVP by email to attend. Limited to 60 dancers. $15 per person or $25 per couple, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]


Monday 29 January 2024

Beginning Israeli Dancing with Andy

Mon 29 Jan, 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm Beginning Israeli Dancing Let me know if you are coming. $10 per family. 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]

Beginning Rumba with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3

Mon 29 Jan, 7-7:50 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $34. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][email][events]


Tuesday 30 January 2024

Beginning Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy 1 of 4

Tue 30 Jan, 7-8 pm. 7:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango 8:00 pm Beginning West Coast Swing 9:00 pm Dance Mix by request $60 per person for the 4-week series $10 per night for experienced dancers Let me know if you are coming. 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]


Wednesday 31 January 2024

Monthly Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala

Wed 31 Jan, 7-9:30 pm. Free dinner. The Joke Joint is located just North of Del Webb Spruce Creek Country Club on US 441, between Belleview and The Villages. Joke Joint, 13685 US 441, Summerfield, 34491. Susan Heaney, Rsvp 352-81-0909, 352-307-8486 Questions. $10 members, $14 non-members. USA Dance Ocala - [usadanceocala][email][events]

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