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Dance Events

Ongoing
SundaysMondaysTuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysSaturdays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Swingin into Dance with Ladell Headroe

Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Belly Dance Love with Najmah

Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

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 Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Argentine Tango, Swing or Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Sip N' Swing at The Bull

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

UF Argentine Tango Class with Trista and Alper

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

Boots Dance with Vanessa

International Folk Dancing in Gainesville

West Coast Swing Beginner Class in Ocala

Argentine Tango with Andrea

Beginning Swing Dancing Lesson and Social Dancing

Belly Dance Technique and Combinations with Karen Muratti

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala

Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Argentine Tango, Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy

Israeli Dance Beginners with Kathie

Line Dancing Class with Lisa

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing

West Coast Swing with Sharrone Smith

Other

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala

Kangoo Boots Dance with Melany and Vanessa

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West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Contra Dance Weekend with Will Mentor and The Old-Time Superstars

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Beginning East Coast Swing Dancing with Ray and Eileen 3 of 3

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Ballroom Dance St. Patrick's Day Party with Ray and Eileen

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Contact Improvisations Foundations Workshop with Ileigh Reynolds

Ecstatic Dance Sacred Sunday at Flow Space with Krista Kingsbury

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Contra Dance with the GODS at GHFC Indoors with Katie Zanders and the Dunehoppers

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Social Dancing in High Springs

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Salsa Mundial Monthly Social

Argentine Tango Milonga dell Amicizia with Rosanna

Swing Theory at One Love Cafe

Contra Dance with Vicki Morrison and The Baldwins

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Family and Friends Outdoor Dance Party Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

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Beginning Hustle with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3

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Ballroom Spring Dance Party with Ray and Eileen

Ecstatic Dance with Alicia Michelle

Sweet Swingouts IX: Homegrown - A Taste of Florida

Line Dance Saint Patrick's Day Social in Ocala

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Sweet Swingouts IX Follow Up Free Swingin Funday

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Monthly Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala

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Baila Caliente Salsa Social in Ocala

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Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit Sundays Gainesville Nia Holistic
Swingin into Dance with Ladell Headroe Sundays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd Sundays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Belly Dance Love with Najmah Sundays Gainesville Najmah Nour
Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti Mondays Gainesville GCC
Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd Mondays Gainesville Smooth Flava
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 Downtown with Wanda Lloyd Tuesdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Argentine Tango, Swing or Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy Tuesdays Gainesville SwingDance
Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala Tuesdays Ocala Baila Calien
Sip N' Swing at The Bull Tuesdays Gainesville UF Swing Dan
Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial Tuesdays Gainesville Mundial
Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd Tuesdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith Tuesdays Gainesville Public
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
Boots Dance with Vanessa Wednesdays Gainesville Public
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
Beginning Swing Dancing Lesson and Social Dancing Wednesdays Gainesville UF Swing Dan
Belly Dance Technique and Combinations with Karen Muratti Wednesdays Gainesville GCC
Salsa with Salsa Mundial Wednesdays Gainesville Mundial
Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala Thursdays Ocala Public
Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd Thursdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Argentine Tango, Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy Thursdays Gainesville SwingDance
Israeli Dance Beginners with Kathie Thursdays Gainesville KolSimcha
Line Dancing Class with Lisa Thursdays Gainesville ParrisDanc
Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd Thursdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing Thursdays Gainesville UF Swing Dan
West Coast Swing with Sharrone Smith Fridays Gainesville Public
All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala Other Ocala AM
Kangoo Boots Dance with Melany and Vanessa Other Gainesville Public
Baila Caliente Salsa Social in Ocala Sat 3/30/24 Ocala Baila Calien
Monthly Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala Wed 3/27/24 Summerfield USA Dance Oc
Sweet Swingouts IX Follow Up Free Swingin Funday Sun 3/24/24 Gainesville UF Swing Dan
Line Dance Saint Patrick's Day Social in Ocala Sat 3/23/24 Ocala Public
Sweet Swingouts IX: Homegrown - A Taste of Florida Sat 3/23/24 Gainesville UF Swing Dan
Ecstatic Dance with Alicia Michelle Sat 3/23/24 Gainesville Public
Ballroom Spring Dance Party with Ray and Eileen Sat 3/23/24 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Beginning Hustle with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3 Mon 3/18/24 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Family and Friends Outdoor Dance Party Downtown with Wanda Lloyd Sun 3/17/24 Gainesville Smooth Flava
Contra Dance with Vicki Morrison and The Baldwins Sat 3/16/24 Melrose GODS
Swing Theory at One Love Cafe Sat 3/16/24 Gainesville Public
Argentine Tango Milonga dell Amicizia with Rosanna Sat 3/16/24 Gainesville Tango El Abr
Salsa Mundial Monthly Social Sat 3/16/24 Gainesville Mundial
Social Dancing in High Springs Fri 3/15/24 High Springs Public
West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala Fri 3/15/24 Ocala Ocala Dance
Contra Dance with the GODS at GHFC Indoors with Katie Zanders and the Dunehoppers Fri 3/15/24 Gainesville GODS
Ecstatic Dance Sacred Sunday at Flow Space with Krista Kingsbury Sun 3/10/24 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Contact Improvisations Foundations Workshop with Ileigh Reynolds Sun 3/10/24 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Ballroom Dance St. Patrick's Day Party with Ray and Eileen Sat 3/09/24 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Beginning East Coast Swing Dancing with Ray and Eileen 3 of 3 Mon 3/04/24 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Contra Dance Weekend with Will Mentor and The Old-Time Superstars Sat 3/02/24 Melrose GODS
Contra Dance Weekend with Will Mentor and The Old-Time Superstars Fri 3/01/24 Melrose GODS
West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala Fri 3/01/24 Ocala Ocala Dance
Salsa Mundial Bachata Social Fri 3/01/24 Gainesville Mundial

Ongoing


Sundays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Ongoing Sundays, 10-11 am. Join Sarit for weekly outdoor Nia classes at the Thomas Center Gardens. Nia is a low-impact movement technique, inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. Nia is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Nia creates a playful and powerful experience, boosting pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Small group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere. Sarit Ben-David Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor, who has been sharing her passion to Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011. To RSVP and for questions, please contact Sarit. Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][email][events]

Swingin into Dance with Ladell Headroe

Ongoing Sundays, 3-8 pm. 3-5 pm Swingout Workshop 5-8 pm Dance Party including line dancing with James Wesley Jr. $25 for dance workshop and dance party $20 workshop only $15 dance party only Cashapp $blssdfuture Conch and More will be on location. If you cannot attend, donations will be greatly appreciated. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [facebook][events]

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

Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

Ongoing Mondays, 10:30 am-11:30 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://www.heartmindgnv.com/booknow"]. Thornebrook Village, Suite 25A, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]

Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

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

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. We are not Israeli dancing the first four weeks in April because I will be out of town and because of conflicts with Passover. We resume dancing on Monday, April 30. 7:00 - 8:00 pm Israeli Circle Dancing 8:00 - 9:00 pm Israeli Partner Dancing $10 per family. Beginners welcome. Come out to enjoy great music and exuberant dancing. If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ongoing Mondays, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30 pm Salsa 8:30 pm Bachata. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]


Tuesdays

Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Tuesdays, 5:45-6:45 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dance with a purpose. Donations are welcome. $blssdfuture. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Argentine Tango, Swing or Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. No dancing on April 2, 9, and 23 because I will be out of town and because of a conflict with Passover. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Swing or Hustle! 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]

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Salsa 7:00 pm Bachata 8:00 pm Salsa. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]

Sip N' Swing at The Bull

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. Join us every Tuesday at The Bull for Sip N' Swing. We cannot wait to dance with you. Jazz Jam: For those who are musically inclined, please join us for the Pre-Sip Jazz Jam starting at 6 pm. No partner or experience needed. Relax, have a drink, and dip your toes into swing dancing. We welcome beginners and experienced dancers, come share some time with friends. While this event is free, please support the Bull who is generously hosting and providing a welcoming space for dancing. Connect with Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gainesvillelindyscoop/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gainesville.swingdancing/ GroupMe: https://groupme.com/join_group/94661829/xshrLqwd The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][email][events]

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-10 pm. 7:30 pm Salsa 8:30 pm Team Rehearsal. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]

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]

West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith

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


Wednesdays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Ongoing Wednesdays, 12-1 pm. Join Sarit for weekly outdoor Nia classes at the Thomas Center Gardens. Nia is a low-impact movement technique, inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. Nia is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Nia creates a playful and powerful experience, boosting pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Small group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere. Sarit Ben-David Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor, who has been sharing her passion to Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011. To RSVP and for questions, please contact Sarit. Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, 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]

Boots Dance with Vanessa

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7 pm. Location may vary. Book your class at [link="https://www.vagaro.com/gainesvillemovementstudio/classes"]. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32609. 352-757-2932. Public - [gainesvillemovement][email][events]

International Folk Dancing in Gainesville

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][email][events]

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]

Beginning Swing Dancing Lesson and Social Dancing

Ongoing Wednesdays to 4/24/24, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Lesson 8:30 pm Social Join us every Wednesday night for a FREE Swing Dancing Beginner lesson and Social. No partner is needed. We are beginner friendly and open to all students and community members. Be there or be a square dancer. Reitz Union Dance Studio A, UF Campus, Gainesville. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]

Belly Dance Technique and Combinations with Karen Muratti

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm. This is a belly dance technique-oriented class that will be basic enough for all levels to get something out of it. Targeting balance, technique, sharpening hip movements, introducing new movements and combinations, working on posture. Including a short choreography on each class and adding improvisation as practice for fluidity and individual creativity purposes. $18 per class or 5 classes for $72. Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30 pm Bachata 8:30 pm Salsa. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]


Thursdays

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 Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Thursdays, 5:45-6:45 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dance with a purpose. Donations are welcome. $blssdfuture. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Argentine Tango, Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy

Ongoing Thursdays, 6-9 pm. No dancing on March 28, April 4, 11, and 18 because I will be out of town and conflicts with scheduling at the location. Come out on Tuesday, April 16. On April 25 we start a 4-week Beginner Series in Argentine Tango and Swing. The cost is $60 for new dancers for the series. Experienced dancers are encouraged to attend. The cost for those with experience is $10 per night. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Swing 8:00 pm Dance Mix $10 Dancing is for all levels except brand-new dancers. If you have never danced before, take our 4-week beginner series. You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling. Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions. Let me know if you can attend. Invite others. If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]

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]

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Thursdays, 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]

Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing

Ongoing Thursdays, 7:30-10:30 pm. Gainesville Swing Dancing is proud to announce that we have secured a downtown Gainesville venue for our events. Starting September 21st, every Thursday evening from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can find us at the Rosa B Williams Center. We'll 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 and look forward to seeing you at our new venue on September 21st. Keep an eye out for our upcoming flyer and Facebook/Instagram event post – more details coming soon. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]


Fridays

West Coast Swing with Sharrone Smith

Ongoing Fridays, 5:30-6:30 pm. Come join me for West Coast Swing classes. No experience necessary. I am trying something new. The first 30 minutes will be L1 beginner basics and the last 30 minutes will be intermediate L2. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville. $20. Public - [facebook][events]


Other

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]

Kangoo Boots Dance with Melany and Vanessa

Ongoing Other. Times and Locations vary. January 2024 Sundays 9 am at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, not Jan 21 Tuesdays 6:30 pm am at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Wednesdays 9 am at 3415 SW 39 Blvd Fridays 9 am at 3415 SW 39 Blvd Saturday Jan 20 Bootcamp, the hub Newberry, black and white BootCamp with Melany and Vanessa at 9 am, Depot Village. Gainesville. 352-757-2932. Public - [gainesvillemovement][email][events]


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Saturday 30 March 2024

Baila Caliente Salsa Social in Ocala

Sat 30 Mar 2024, 8 pm. 8 pm Bachata Workshop with Instructor Bob 9 pm Social Back by popular demand. It is time to dust those dancing shoes off and get ready to have the time of your life. We will kick off the night with with a bachata workshop at 8:00pm. Social dancing to follow immediately. DJ Bob Ocho, will be playing your favorite bachata, salsa, and cha cha cha all night. Cost: $10 for both workshop and social; $10 for workshop only; $10 for social only; You can pay with cash, CashApp or Venmo @bailacaliente1 or in PunchPass https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com Have a song you'd like to hear? Please feel free to send your musical request to the event page. See you there. Evolve Yoga Studio, 923 N Magnolia Avenue, Suite 1300, Ocala, 34475. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]


Wednesday 27 March 2024

Monthly Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala

Wed 27 Mar 2024, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 West Coast Swing lesson with Jazmyn Durgin our DJ 7:30 Dancing Cash bar - water, soft drinks, and spirits available 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]


Sunday 24 March 2024

Sweet Swingouts IX Follow Up Free Swingin Funday

Sun 24 Mar 2024, 1-5 pm. 1 - 2 pm: Teacher Summit 2 - 5 pm: Jazz Jam and Games Cannot wait to see you there for a swingin' good time. Join us for a fantastic Sunday Funday. At 1 pm, kick things off with our inclusive Teacher Summit. It is an open forum panel where we will dive into all things swing dance teaching and foster connections between local scenes. Plus, you will get to mingle with the instructors from this year's Sweet Swingouts. If you are musically inclined, bring along your instruments because at 2 pm, we are starting a Jazz Jam session. I will have digital copies of the Lindy Focus jam book for everyone to use. Not a musician? No worries. Bring along your favorite board and card games to share. We will also have some light DJ'd music playing in the background, unless, of course, the jammers are too busy jammin' out. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Edward Stephen Gavlick III. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][events]


Saturday 23 March 2024

Line Dance Saint Patrick's Day Social in Ocala

Sat 23 Mar 2024, 12-4 pm. One intermediate and one improver lesson plus open dance. Let us get shamrocked. Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW State Road 200, Ocala, 34476. Joe Ship. Public - [email][events]

Sweet Swingouts IX: Homegrown - A Taste of Florida

Sat 23 Mar 2024, 12 pm. Come join us for a full day workshop celebrating the vibrant Lindy hop scene in Florida. Our event, SSO 9: Homegrown - A Taste of Florida, promises an exciting lineup of instructors from across the state. Learn about different Lindy hop scenes and what makes them unique. $40 for the afternoon workshops and evening dances. Tickets: We are limiting our ticket sales to 60, so get a ticket while you can. You do not want to miss this amazing event. Visit our Weebly page to purchase a ticket at https://gsd-shop.square.site/ Locations: - Classes and Main Dance: Rosa B. Williams Center - Late Night Dance: Civic Media Center Classes: 12:00 pm: What is the Count Again? with Bethany Byrnes and April Choi - 4 count moves, 6 count moves, 8 count moves. But the music is in 4/4. How do we make this work? 1:15 pm: Stretch Goals with Alex Morrison and Roxie Smith - 6 and 8 count patterns, a bazillion ways to make a send-out feel, ... Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [more][events]

Ecstatic Dance with Alicia Michelle

Sat 23 Mar 2024, 7 pm. 7 pm Doors Open 7:30 pm Opening Circle Hi Wildlingz [wahyl-ingz], It is time to groove into y(our) natural and untamed wild ways of BEing within the love of commUNITY. Let’s dance. Allow yourself some time to arrive early and get settled in. Communtiy POTLUCK after the dance. Please bring a dish to share. Feel free to invite friends. Look for the pole barn on the right when you arrive, the dance will be held upstairs. This is a substance free event. See you soon. The Miller’s Residence, 10910 SW 52 Terrace, Gainesville, 32608-4886. Free. Public - [facebook][events]

Ballroom Spring Dance Party with Ray and Eileen

Sat 23 Mar 2024, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Wear your spring colors. 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 18 March 2024

Beginning Hustle with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3

Mon 18 Mar 2024, 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]


Sunday 17 March 2024

Family and Friends Outdoor Dance Party Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Sun 17 Mar 2024, 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]


Saturday 16 March 2024

Contra Dance with Vicki Morrison and The Baldwins

Sat 16 Mar 2024, 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]

Swing Theory at One Love Cafe

Sat 16 Mar 2024, 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. Public - [swingtheoryjazz][events]

Argentine Tango Milonga dell Amicizia with Rosanna

Sat 16 Mar 2024, 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. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. $20. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [events]

Salsa Mundial Monthly Social

Sat 16 Mar 2024, 8 pm-1 am. 8-9 pm: Workshop 9-1 am: Social Join us for another awesome night of dancing at Salsa Mundial. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. $15. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][salsamundial][email][events]


Friday 15 March 2024

Social Dancing in High Springs

Fri 15 Mar 2024, 7-9 pm. Come dance with us. Dancing includes Ballroom, Swing, Latin, Country, Two-Step. Everyone 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. Public - [email][events]

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Fri 15 Mar 2024, 7:30-10:30 pm. Last Chance to make it good for your Valentine. Ladies Loooove to Dance. Let your hair down and come join us for lots of music and dancing. This a West Coast Swing Dance, but with a sprinkling of other dance styles, and we can do some requests. No Class this time. Doors open at 7:30. Only $10 per person. Snacks and water are provided. 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 Katie Zanders and the Dunehoppers

Fri 15 Mar 2024, 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 - [facebook][email][events]


Sunday 10 March 2024

Ecstatic Dance Sacred Sunday at Flow Space with Krista Kingsbury

Sun 10 Mar 2024, 10 am-12:30 pm. 2nd Sundays. Flow Space, 117 NW 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [email][events]

Contact Improvisations Foundations Workshop with Ileigh Reynolds

Sun 10 Mar 2024, 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]


Saturday 9 March 2024

Ballroom Dance St. Patrick's Day Party with Ray and Eileen

Sat 9 Mar 2024, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Wear your green we're celebrating St. Patrick's Day and celebrate March 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]


Monday 4 March 2024

Beginning East Coast Swing Dancing with Ray and Eileen 3 of 3

Mon 4 Mar 2024, 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]


Saturday 2 March 2024

Contra Dance Weekend with Will Mentor and The Old-Time Superstars

Sat 2 Mar 2024, 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]


Friday 1 March 2024

Contra Dance Weekend with Will Mentor and The Old-Time Superstars

Fri 1 Mar to Sat 2 Mar 2024, 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 Dance in Ocala

Fri 1 Mar 2024, 7:30-10:30 pm. It is that time again. First Friday of the month always join us for lots of music and dancing. As always, it is a West Coast Swing dance, but there will be a sprinkle of other dances. We can play a few requests as well. Doors open at 7:30. A few snacks will be provided. So C'mon down and Let's Dance Conveniently located 5 minutes off of I-75 and just down the road from Paddock Mall. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. $10. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]

Salsa Mundial Bachata Social

Fri 1 Mar 2024, 8 pm-12 am. 8-9 pm: Bachata Workshop 9-12 am: Social Please join our monthly Bachata social with DJ Rosh. Mostly Bachata with a dash of Salsa all night. Join us for another awesome night of dancing at Salsa Mundial. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. $15. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][salsamundial][email][events]

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