2019
September 2019
Sunday 1 September 2019
Sun 1 Sep, 11-12 am. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation.
This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness.
Parking is available at the back of the building
Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot.
First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class.
Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 1 Sep, 1:45-3:45 pm. The Lindy Hop bug can be quite the terror once you've been afflicted. Maybe it's your competitive nature that drives you to expand your skills past a one-hour beginner lesson. Perhaps it's your desire to form deeper friendships among one of the most compassionate, accepting communities in the world. Or maybe you just want to be able to better communicate your art on the dance floor with your partner and share your style with the most experienced dancers.
Join our Teaching Director, Zack Buchillon, as he shares his extensive experience in the form of a thoughtful, engaging lesson series. Zack has attended a large number of different workshops where he has learned from and engaged with many of the most renowned international Lindy Hop instructors of our time! We welcome you to explore with other students and dive into the rich culture and history of the dance we are lucky to partake in.
Here's the nitty gritty:
1) We begin with a s ... J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [more][website][email][events]
Sun 1 Sep, 3-5 pm. On2 Salsa Class
3 to 4 pm Beginners
4 to 5 pm Intermediate. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Sun 1 Sep, 4-7 pm. Waltzing at 2:30 pm. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sun 1 Sep, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sun 1 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun.
No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance.
Beginner Class 5:30 PM
Group Class 6:00 PM
Social Dance 7:00 PM
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Monday 2 September 2019
Mon 2 Sep, 5:30-8:30 am. Confirm times before going. Rosa B Williams, 601 NW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Eleta Sucsy, 352-473-7761. Cross Creek Cloggers - [email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 8:30 am. What is this balboa thing all about? If you are interested in learning about balboa, how to dance the basics, or want to comfortably dance to faster tempos, this is the place to come! This is not a series you want to miss as it will not only allow students to dance balboa socially, but also prepare them for our October balboa dance and workshop with a special guest instructor!
This series will consist of five weeks of lessons and although there may be time to review topics, many of the lessons will build upon those learned the previous week so attending every session will be to your benefit!
Shoes with suede or leather soles are highly encouraged; students may experience some difficulty wearing shoes that don't allow them to slide.
Lessons will be held in the dance studios in the basement of the Reitz union. Parking at the Reitz is free after 4:30 pm. UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 5:30 pm. Dances to be determined by who is there. We have not yet decided what dances to do this month. Some suggestions have been Country Two Step, Foxtrot, Rumba, Waltz and others.
5:30 pm TBD
6:30 pm TBD
7:30 pm Israeli
Couples friendly, you rotate as much as you want or not at all.
Singles friendly, no partner needed.
$10 per night per person, or
$5 student, or
$5 per family for experienced Israeli dancers, or
Free for students for Israeli dancing only
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact me. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side in the social hall, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome!
You are not required to sign up or bring a partner.
GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Casino style salsa
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Thursday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Bachata
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 7-9:10 pm. Modern Dance
Mondays 7:00-8:00 pm
A dance form which includes special techniques for using the whole body in movements to express abstract ideas. Taught by Shay Smith. All Levels. For Dancers Ages 16+.
Adult Ballet
Mondays 8:10-9:10 pm
This class is geared towards students age 16 and over who wish to start dancing, return to a passion for dance, or are looking for a new form of exercise. This class focuses on the poise and strength needed for the art form known as classical ballet. Taught by Gabby Lafond. All Levels. For Dancers Ages 16+. Dance 352 Studio, 2512 NE 1 Blvd, Suite 500, Gainseville, 32601. 407-683-3841. Dance 352 - [email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 7-9:10 pm. Tribal Fusion Belly Dance
Thursdays 7:10-8:10 pm
Tribal Fusion Belly Dance is for dancers of all shapes, sizes, and genders.
Tribal Fusion combines the techniques of American Tribal Style, Hip Hop, Classic Westernized dance, American Cabaret Bellydance and much more to create a style that is modern, serpentine, and smooth, Tribal Fusion Belly Dance also uses some of the same movement principles from traditional forms such as Flamenco, Kathak, Odissi, and other folkloric and classical dance styles. This class is perfect for anyone wanting to try something new, even if you're a beginner or experienced dancer. We'll break down posture, isolations, arm and footwork, traveling and we'll work on combinations that will give students a solid grasp of this fun. For Dancers Ages 14+.
Adult Beginner Tap
Thursdays 8:15-8:15 pm
A class where adults can have fun learning the basic steps of tap dance. This class is also great for “brushi ... Dance 352 Studio, 2512 NE 1 Blvd, Suite 500, Gainseville, 32601. 407-683-3841. Dance 352 - [more][email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 7:30-9 pm. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. All ages. No experience needed.
$5 per night
Free for college aged and under. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 7:45-8:45 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Mon 2 Sep, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Bachata. 9 pm - 10 pm Salsa. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 3 September 2019
Tue 3 Sep, 8:30 am. It is Kizomba time. Your only local weekly Kizomba party is here.
Come out to learn different styles of Kizomba the right way from real instructors, and stay to party and enjoy social dancing with top local Kizomba DJ's Brown Sugar and Katatonik (and a delicious island cocktail or two from Bahama Breeze Island Grille).
All ages and levels are welcome and basics will be taught each week, so whether you are a Kizomba mazter or have never heard of this sexy style of dance from the islands, come by for what is sure to be a fiesta.
Schedule
8:30 Open Floor/Basics with Kathy Lastra
9:00 Class with Salil Bavdekar, Kathy Lastra
9:45 Social Dancing. Bahama Breeze Island Grille, 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, 32608. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [website][email][events]
Tue 3 Sep, 6:30-9 pm. Western Style Square Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Susie Beachy, 352-283-1296. $5. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 3 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Tue 3 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 3 Sep, 7-9 pm. Dallas Fort Worth Swing Out class. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Eric Fisher. 5. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 3 Sep, 7-9 pm. At Norma Wilson's place, Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]
Tue 3 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. More advanced ethnic dance. Beginners welcome. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Margaret Tolbert. $5. Dance Camp - [email][events]
Tue 3 Sep, 7:30-9:40 pm. Salsa Class:
Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm
Tuesday 8:40-9:40 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Tue 3 Sep, 7:45-8:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Wednesday 4 September 2019
Wed 4 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Piper Call, 352-327-1090. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [email][events]
Wed 4 Sep, 6-7 pm. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation.
This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness.
Parking is available at the back of the building
Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot.
First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class.
Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Wed 4 Sep, 6:15-8:15 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
Start your tango journey with the UF Argentine Tango Club. You’ll be challenged to think and move using tango ideas with an engaging and diverse group. You will do individual exercises and partner activities to explore what tango is all about.
Classes will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays during the Fall semester, with some exceptions so be sure to check each week.
Where: Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. A few will be held in Studio A next door to B. So be sure to just check the schedule information at the door if you are unsure.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Feel free to invite your friends.
Parking at th ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][website][email][events]
Wed 4 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Wed 4 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Today class canceled due to hurricane.
Our schedule for the month:
Class #1 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class #2 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class #3 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class Beginner Swing Class and Social Dance
Cost
$45 Month, or
$15 Night, or
$5 Beginners per night, or
$5 Ages 16 to 29 per night. Rena's Ballroom, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 4 Sep, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Salsa. 9 pm - 10 pm Bachata. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 4 Sep, 9 pm-12 am. You asked for it, and now, after popular demand, Elio is back. Wednesday nights at Bahama Breeze Island Grille just got a little hotter. Gainesville's premier latin music act, Elio Piedra, will be bringing the party to keep you dancing all night. Bahama Breeze Island Grille, 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, 32608. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [website][events]
Thursday 5 September 2019
Thu 5 Sep, 12-1 pm. 4 week series in World Line Dancing.
Skips September 12.
12 to 12:30 Newcomers.
12:30 to 1:00 Regulars.
Everyone is encouraged to come for the whole time. The first half-hour caters to newcomers and the second half-hour caters to the regulars.
Have fun line dancing to a wide variety of music.
Register via Santa Fe College Community Education, under Seniors.
Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 6-9 pm. 6:00 Covered dish
7:00 Dancing
We dance every Thursday. Anthony United Methodist Church, 2396 NE 97 Street, Anthony. Rod Barngrover, 386-749-4767. Celebrity Squares - [email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 6-8:30 pm. 6:00-6:45 pm Beginners
6:45-7:30 pm Intermediate
7:30-8:30 pm Open Dance. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, 32606. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. Would you like to check out English Country Dancing? Have you come to dance but wished there was more instruction? Beginning this Thursday, August 22, Randy Thorp and Annette Merritt will begin a 4 week session to teach the basics of English Dancing. This is a great place to begin. Slow paced. Small group. Everyone is welcome, even if you have come to dance and just want to do more dancing.
English Nuts and Bolts (a/k/a English Terms and Figures) (6:30 - 9:00) on 4 Thursday evenings, August 22 through September 12, at the Rosa B. Center, 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville. The cost will be $5 (charged by the city per person). But if you come the first 3 weeks and pay, then your 4th week will be free. This is for newcomers, for those who want to brush up on their skills, and for those who enjoy partnering to help less experienced people. Please pass the word to your friends who might feel overwhelmed on Monday, or if there's som ... Rosa B Williams, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [more][email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer. We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata. All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome!
You are not required to sign up or bring a partner.
GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Casino style salsa
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Thursday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Bachata
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. 4-Week beginner series for new dancers.
Experienced dancers meet at the same time to practice.
Skips September 12.
6:30 pm Hustle!
7:30 pm Swing
8:30 pm Argentine Tango - let me know if you are coming for Tango
Couples friendly, you rotate as much as you want or not at all.
Singles friendly, no partner needed.
Per Person
$60 for 4-week beginner series, or
$10 per night for experienced dancers, or
$5 student, or
$5 Argentine Tango practice only, students free
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact me. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side in the social hall, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 7-9:15 pm. Progressive I
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Starting with the basics and progressing each week. Emphasis on technique as well as patterns and lead and follow. 5 weeks. Cost $55 per person, $44 college student, or $100 couple. Try first week for $12 per person.
Progressive II
8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Strong emphasis on technique. Must know the basics to attend this class. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 7-9 pm. DFW Swingout is a partner, six-count dance of the Swing family, and a child of Lindy Hop. We learn using the Smooth Flava Dance method of instruction. Join us on Thursdays as we practice the basics and learn advance moves. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 7-10 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Thu 5 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Class:
Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm
Bachata Class:
Thursday 8:30-9:30 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 6 September 2019
Fri 6 Sep, 6:15-8:15 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
Start your tango journey with the UF Argentine Tango Club. You’ll be challenged to think and move using tango ideas with an engaging and diverse group. You will do individual exercises and partner activities to explore what tango is all about.
Classes will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays during the Fall semester, with some exceptions so be sure to check each week.
Where: Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. A few will be held in Studio A next door to B. So be sure to just check the schedule information at the door if you are unsure.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Feel free to invite your friends.
Parking at th ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][website][email][events]
Fri 6 Sep, 7-10 pm. Smooth Flava's Social Dance Party on First Fridays. Everyone is welcome. Help create our own dance community. Each one, invite one. DJ 44 will keep the music right. Get your eat, drink and dance. 7 to 9 pm happy hour drink specials. Drink and food specials. The Elks Club, 511 SW 4 Avenue, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. $5. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Fri 6 Sep, 7:45-11 pm. Florida Swing Dancing Club invites you all to join us again this Friday at Thelma A. Boltin Community Center
This event will cost $5 to help support the club and bring you more swing dancing events in Gainesville. There will be a friendly beginner lesson will to help you get into the swing of things. You may come alone or with a group of friends. Coming with a dance partner is not necessary and no prior dance experience is required.
7:45 - 8:00: Doors open
8:00 - 9:00: Beginner Lesson
9:00 - 11:00: Social Dance
If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please come talk to any of the officers. We hope to dance with you all soon. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Fri 6 Sep, 10 pm-1:30 am. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our Havana-themed Salsa Night.
For one night only, prepare to party and dance as DJ Elio Piedra "Bringing The Fiesta to you" brings the fiesta to The Wooly.
Working with Gator Salsa Club and the Gainesville Latino Film Festival we will bring passion and rhythm to the dance floor.
Photo ops, vibrant dance floors and a specialty drink will be available to keep the party going all night long.
So dress spicy, bring your friends and get ready to cha-cha-cha.
21 & Over: $5
Under 21: $10
DOORS OPEN AT 10 PM. The Wooly, 20 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32608. Elio Piedra, 352-327-5089. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [website][email][events]
Saturday 7 September 2019
Sat 7 Sep to Sun 8 Sep, 12-2 pm. Najmah and Oralia will be hosting the stunning Vanessa Cerallo September 7th and 8th.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Workshop 1
TECHNIQUE, FANS, AND SEVILLANAS
Saturday, September 7th, 12-2pm
The first hour Vanessa will dive deep into Flamenco Technique starting with posture, arms and feet then she will move to a flamenco favorite, Fans!
The fan is a traditionally added to compliment flamenco dance. It is known for its artistic expression not only in Flamenco but in all of Spanish Culture.
Second hour she will share with us the Spanish tradition of Sevillanas! These dances come from Sevilla and its region. They were derived from seguidilla, and old Castilian folk music and dance genre in the 19th century and were influenced by Flamenco. Sevillanas are traditionally danced during Feria (lots of people go as tourist to La Feria de Sevilla/ Feria de Abril) and it is pretty cool to be able to participate in the festivities by ... Gainesville. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][website][events]
Sat 7 Sep, 7-10 pm. Join us for another Night on the Nile Showcase! We are excited to present Flamenco, Belly Dance, and Flamenco/Belly Dance Fusion--also known as Flamenco Arabe!
FEATURED PERFORMER--VANESSA CERALLO
Our featured performer, Vanessa Cerallo is originally from Caracas, Venezuela where she started dancing Flamenco at a very young age at the El Rocio Flamenco School with the famous dancer—Diana Patricia “La Macarena”.
Currently, she performs weekly shows at Ceviche in downtown Saint Petersburg with Sombras Flamencas--with whom she has performed with for over 10 years! In addition, she performs monthly shows at Spain Restaurant in downtown Tampa, she used to perform at the Columbia Restaurant in Ybor city and she performs in many private and public functions like performing at the Palladium Theatre with amazing musicians like Kafkasso. Blackadder Brewing Company, 618 NW 60 Street, Suite A, Gainesville, 32607. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][website][events]
Sat 7 Sep, 8-11 pm. An evening with Music from the late 40s to the mid 70s. Come to our private back room to listen and dance. Party benefiting the local public radio station. Donations optional.
Please gather your friends, bring them to Big Top Brewery. Listen to Margi Hatch’s radio show Soul Circuit. Big Top Brewing Company, 201 SE 2nd Ave, #101, Gainesville, 32601. Julieta, 352-281-0428. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [website][email][events]
Sat 7 Sep, 9:30 pm-2:30 am. Calling all bachata lovers. This is not time for suzy-Q-ing, this is one you wanna get down and bachata for.
We will begin with a bachata workshop at 9:30, social dancing to follow immediately.
You will be in for a fun night.
DJ Brown Shuga & DJ Lamb, will be playing your favorite bachata, salsa, and cha cha cha all night.
Bachata Workshop:
9:30- 10:30 pm Instructor Conroy Smith
Social dancing to immediately follow. The music will play until no one remains on the dace floor.
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Cost:
$12 for workshop and social; $10 with student ID
$7 for workshop only; $5 with student ID
$7 for social only; $5 with student ID
$1 Party cups
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Have a song you'd like to hear? Please feel free to send your musical request to the event page.
See you there! Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32609. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [website][email][events]
Sunday 8 September 2019
Sun 8 Sep, 11-12 am. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation.
This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness.
Parking is available at the back of the building
Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot.
First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class.
Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 8 Sep, 12-2 pm. Najmah and Oralia will be hosting the stunning Vanessa Cerallo September 7th and 8th.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Workshop 1
TECHNIQUE, FANS, AND SEVILLANAS
Saturday, September 7th, 12-2pm
The first hour Vanessa will dive deep into Flamenco Technique starting with posture, arms and feet then she will move to a flamenco favorite, Fans!
The fan is a traditionally added to compliment flamenco dance. It is known for its artistic expression not only in Flamenco but in all of Spanish Culture.
Second hour she will share with us the Spanish tradition of Sevillanas! These dances come from Sevilla and its region. They were derived from seguidilla, and old Castilian folk music and dance genre in the 19th century and were influenced by Flamenco. Sevillanas are traditionally danced during Feria (lots of people go as tourist to La Feria de Sevilla/ Feria de Abril) and it is pretty cool to be able to participate in the festivities by ... Gainesville. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][website][events]
Sun 8 Sep, 1:45-3:45 pm. The Lindy Hop bug can be quite the terror once you've been afflicted. Maybe it's your competitive nature that drives you to expand your skills past a one-hour beginner lesson. Perhaps it's your desire to form deeper friendships among one of the most compassionate, accepting communities in the world. Or maybe you just want to be able to better communicate your art on the dance floor with your partner and share your style with the most experienced dancers.
Join our Teaching Director, Zack Buchillon, as he shares his extensive experience in the form of a thoughtful, engaging lesson series. Zack has attended a large number of different workshops where he has learned from and engaged with many of the most renowned international Lindy Hop instructors of our time! We welcome you to explore with other students and dive into the rich culture and history of the dance we are lucky to partake in.
Here's the nitty gritty:
1) We begin with a s ... J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [more][website][email][events]
Sun 8 Sep, 3-5 pm. On2 Salsa Class
3 to 4 pm Beginners
4 to 5 pm Intermediate. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Sun 8 Sep, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sun 8 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun.
No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance.
Beginner Class 5:30 PM
Group Class 6:00 PM
Social Dance 7:00 PM
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 8 Sep, 7:30 pm. We are super excited to announce that we will be in one of the new homes to ecstatic dance as the beloved energy/space of Aurora Healing Arts transforms into HOWL, The House of Waking Life, a creation by Brooke Rosen We are so excited.
Our first dance will be June 30th, 7:30 pm and will be facilitated by the lovely Angela Betancourt. Our dances will then go on every other Sunday from that date forth. Beginning Sept. 1st (fingers crossed), alternating weekends will be hosted by HOWL.
This dance will explore the 5 Rhythms of Ecstatic Dance. In this environment we will let go of judgment of ourselves and others, embrace whatever emotions arise, and feel free to move, shake and groove however our bodies choose.
Please be sure to arrive on time if possible and reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there. Flow Space, 117 NW 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. $10. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Monday 9 September 2019
Mon 9 Sep, 5:30-8:30 am. Confirm times before going. Rosa B Williams, 601 NW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Eleta Sucsy, 352-473-7761. Cross Creek Cloggers - [email][events]
Mon 9 Sep, 8:30 am. What is this balboa thing all about? If you are interested in learning about balboa, how to dance the basics, or want to comfortably dance to faster tempos, this is the place to come! This is not a series you want to miss as it will not only allow students to dance balboa socially, but also prepare them for our October balboa dance and workshop with a special guest instructor!
This series will consist of five weeks of lessons and although there may be time to review topics, many of the lessons will build upon those learned the previous week so attending every session will be to your benefit!
Shoes with suede or leather soles are highly encouraged; students may experience some difficulty wearing shoes that don't allow them to slide.
Lessons will be held in the dance studios in the basement of the Reitz union. Parking at the Reitz is free after 4:30 pm. UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Mon 9 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 9 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome!
You are not required to sign up or bring a partner.
GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Casino style salsa
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Thursday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Bachata
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Mon 9 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Mon 9 Sep, 7-9:10 pm. Modern Dance
Mondays 7:00-8:00 pm
A dance form which includes special techniques for using the whole body in movements to express abstract ideas. Taught by Shay Smith. All Levels. For Dancers Ages 16+.
Adult Ballet
Mondays 8:10-9:10 pm
This class is geared towards students age 16 and over who wish to start dancing, return to a passion for dance, or are looking for a new form of exercise. This class focuses on the poise and strength needed for the art form known as classical ballet. Taught by Gabby Lafond. All Levels. For Dancers Ages 16+. Dance 352 Studio, 2512 NE 1 Blvd, Suite 500, Gainseville, 32601. 407-683-3841. Dance 352 - [email][events]
Mon 9 Sep, 7:45-8:45 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Mon 9 Sep, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Bachata. 9 pm - 10 pm Salsa. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 10 September 2019
Tue 10 Sep, 8:30 am. It is Kizomba time. Your only local weekly Kizomba party is here.
Come out to learn different styles of Kizomba the right way from real instructors, and stay to party and enjoy social dancing with top local Kizomba DJ's Brown Sugar and Katatonik (and a delicious island cocktail or two from Bahama Breeze Island Grille).
All ages and levels are welcome and basics will be taught each week, so whether you are a Kizomba mazter or have never heard of this sexy style of dance from the islands, come by for what is sure to be a fiesta.
Schedule
8:30 Open Floor/Basics with Kathy Lastra
9:00 Class with Salil Bavdekar, Kathy Lastra
9:45 Social Dancing. Bahama Breeze Island Grille, 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, 32608. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [website][email][events]
Tue 10 Sep, 6:30-9 pm. Western Style Square Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Susie Beachy, 352-283-1296. $5. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 10 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Tue 10 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 10 Sep, 7-9 pm. Dallas Fort Worth Swing Out class. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Eric Fisher. 5. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 10 Sep, 7-9 pm. At Norma Wilson's place, Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]
Tue 10 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. More advanced ethnic dance. Beginners welcome. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Margaret Tolbert. $5. Dance Camp - [email][events]
Tue 10 Sep, 7:30-9:40 pm. Salsa Class:
Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm
Tuesday 8:40-9:40 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Tue 10 Sep, 7:45-8:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Wednesday 11 September 2019
Wed 11 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Piper Call, 352-327-1090. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [email][events]
Wed 11 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Wed 11 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Our schedule for the month:
Class #1 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class #2 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class #3 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class Beginner Swing Class and Social Dance
Cost
$45 Month, or
$15 Night, or
$5 Beginners per night, or
$5 Ages 16 to 29 per night. Rena's Ballroom, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 11 Sep, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Salsa. 9 pm - 10 pm Bachata. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 11 Sep, 9 pm-12 am. You asked for it, and now, after popular demand, Elio is back. Wednesday nights at Bahama Breeze Island Grille just got a little hotter. Gainesville's premier latin music act, Elio Piedra, will be bringing the party to keep you dancing all night. Bahama Breeze Island Grille, 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, 32608. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [website][events]
Thursday 12 September 2019
Thu 12 Sep, 6-8:30 pm. 6:00-6:45 pm Beginners
6:45-7:30 pm Intermediate
7:30-8:30 pm Open Dance. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, 32606. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 12 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. Would you like to check out English Country Dancing? Have you come to dance but wished there was more instruction? Beginning this Thursday, August 22, Randy Thorp and Annette Merritt will begin a 4 week session to teach the basics of English Dancing. This is a great place to begin. Slow paced. Small group. Everyone is welcome, even if you have come to dance and just want to do more dancing.
English Nuts and Bolts (a/k/a English Terms and Figures) (6:30 - 9:00) on 4 Thursday evenings, August 22 through September 12, at the Rosa B. Center, 524 NW 1st St, Gainesville. The cost will be $5 (charged by the city per person). But if you come the first 3 weeks and pay, then your 4th week will be free. This is for newcomers, for those who want to brush up on their skills, and for those who enjoy partnering to help less experienced people. Please pass the word to your friends who might feel overwhelmed on Monday, or if there's som ... Rosa B Williams, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [more][email][events]
Thu 12 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer. We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata. All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome!
You are not required to sign up or bring a partner.
GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Casino style salsa
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Thursday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Bachata
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Thu 12 Sep, 7-9:15 pm. Progressive I
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Starting with the basics and progressing each week. Emphasis on technique as well as patterns and lead and follow. 5 weeks. Cost $55 per person, $44 college student, or $100 couple. Try first week for $12 per person.
Progressive II
8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Strong emphasis on technique. Must know the basics to attend this class. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 12 Sep, 7-9 pm. We dance every Thursday. Anthony United Methodist Church, 2396 NE 97 Street, Anthony. Rod Barngrover, 386-749-4767. Celebrity Squares - [email][events]
Thu 12 Sep, 7-9 pm. DFW Swingout is a partner, six-count dance of the Swing family, and a child of Lindy Hop. We learn using the Smooth Flava Dance method of instruction. Join us on Thursdays as we practice the basics and learn advance moves. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 12 Sep, 7-10 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Thu 12 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Class:
Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm
Bachata Class:
Thursday 8:30-9:30 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 13 September 2019
Fri 13 Sep, 6:15-8:15 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
Start your tango journey with the UF Argentine Tango Club. You’ll be challenged to think and move using tango ideas with an engaging and diverse group. You will do individual exercises and partner activities to explore what tango is all about.
Classes will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays during the Fall semester, with some exceptions so be sure to check each week.
Where: Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. A few will be held in Studio A next door to B. So be sure to just check the schedule information at the door if you are unsure.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Feel free to invite your friends.
Parking at th ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][website][email][events]
Fri 13 Sep, 7:30-10 pm. Melrose Art and Culture Center, #301, Hwy 26, corner of Grove Street, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 13 Sep, 7:45-11 pm. Florida Swing Dancing Club invites you all to join us again this Friday at Thelma A. Boltin Community Center
This event will cost $5 to help support the club and bring you more swing dancing events in Gainesville. There will be a friendly beginner lesson will to help you get into the swing of things. You may come alone or with a group of friends. Coming with a dance partner is not necessary and no prior dance experience is required.
7:45 - 8:00: Doors open
8:00 - 9:00: Beginner Lesson
9:00 - 11:00: Social Dance
If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please come talk to any of the officers. We hope to dance with you all soon. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Saturday 14 September 2019
Sat 14 Sep, 2-4 pm. Make a difference in the lives of refugee children. Please spend your afternoon with us, as our diverse dance community comes together to bring you a spectacular multicultural variety show. We appreciate your generous donation, as every cent counts and makes a difference! Hosted by Taraneh Darabi and June D. Littler. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Free. Swing Dance Gainesville - [website][email][events]
Sat 14 Sep, 7:30-10:30 pm. Great mix of ballroom, Latin, swing, and country music. Light refreshments. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $12 for Parris Dance students, or $8 college student. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sat 14 Sep, 8 pm-12 am. Argentine Tango Milonga located in Gainesville, Florida for dancers in Gainesville, and other nearby cities (Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Augustine, Palm Coast, Ormond, Daytona, Tallahassee, Ocala, Orlando, Tampa) in North Florida, and visitors to our wonderful community.
BYO drinks, water, wine, food and snacks for passionate dancing all night.
Milonga El Abrazo de Gainesville is held regularly on the second Saturday of each month.
Easy parking, great lighting and security. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1st Street, Gainesville, 32606. Steve Littler, 352-226-1103. $10, $5 student. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [email][events]
Sat 14 Sep, 9 pm-2 am. Let's start the new semester off on the right note with great dancing. Join us for another awesome night of dancing with great Latin music. DJ Brown Sugar will be playing your favorite Salsa and Bachata songs all night long.
JD salsa team will be performing at midnight.
There will be a Chacha workshop (all level) by Aniel and Danely before the social.
This event is open to the public, so please bring your friends and family.
Chacha workshop: 9:00-10:00PM
Social: 10:00PM-2:00AM
Performance: 12:00AM
Pricing:
Workshop: $5
Social:
$10
$7 for student or out-of-town guest with valid photo ID
Workshop and Social:
$12 or $10 for student or out-of-town guest. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [website][email][events]
Sunday 15 September 2019
Sun 15 Sep, 11-12 am. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation.
This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness.
Parking is available at the back of the building
Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot.
First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class.
Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 15 Sep, 1:30-4:30 pm. Lesson at 1:30. Open dancing thereafter. Partner not required. Mostly waltz dances from our playlists of favorites. Bring your own playlist with waltz plus swing, foxtrot, cha-cha, etc, and we can play your favorites too.
First time? You get in for half price.
Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. $10, $5 students. Vintage Waltz - [email][events]
Sun 15 Sep, 1:45-3:45 pm. The Lindy Hop bug can be quite the terror once you've been afflicted. Maybe it's your competitive nature that drives you to expand your skills past a one-hour beginner lesson. Perhaps it's your desire to form deeper friendships among one of the most compassionate, accepting communities in the world. Or maybe you just want to be able to better communicate your art on the dance floor with your partner and share your style with the most experienced dancers.
Join our Teaching Director, Zack Buchillon, as he shares his extensive experience in the form of a thoughtful, engaging lesson series. Zack has attended a large number of different workshops where he has learned from and engaged with many of the most renowned international Lindy Hop instructors of our time! We welcome you to explore with other students and dive into the rich culture and history of the dance we are lucky to partake in.
Here's the nitty gritty:
1) We begin with a s ... J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [more][website][email][events]
Sun 15 Sep, 3-5 pm. On2 Salsa Class
3 to 4 pm Beginners
4 to 5 pm Intermediate. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Sun 15 Sep, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sun 15 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun.
No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance.
Beginner Class 5:30 PM
Group Class 6:00 PM
Social Dance 7:00 PM
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Monday 16 September 2019
Mon 16 Sep, 5:30-8:30 am. Confirm times before going. Rosa B Williams, 601 NW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Eleta Sucsy, 352-473-7761. Cross Creek Cloggers - [email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 8:30 am. What is this balboa thing all about? If you are interested in learning about balboa, how to dance the basics, or want to comfortably dance to faster tempos, this is the place to come! This is not a series you want to miss as it will not only allow students to dance balboa socially, but also prepare them for our October balboa dance and workshop with a special guest instructor!
This series will consist of five weeks of lessons and although there may be time to review topics, many of the lessons will build upon those learned the previous week so attending every session will be to your benefit!
Shoes with suede or leather soles are highly encouraged; students may experience some difficulty wearing shoes that don't allow them to slide.
Lessons will be held in the dance studios in the basement of the Reitz union. Parking at the Reitz is free after 4:30 pm. UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 12:45-4:15 pm. 12:45 to 2:00 Plus class
2:00 to 4:15 Dance
This summer you can dance two Monday afternoons a month in Ocala with the Ocala Twirlers. Ocala West Methodist Church, 9330 SW 105 Street, Ocala. Norm, 352-873-1734. Ocala Twirlers Square Dancers - [events]
Mon 16 Sep, 5:30 pm. Dances to be determined by who is there. We have not yet decided what dances to do this month. Some suggestions have been Country Two Step, Foxtrot, Rumba, Waltz and others.
5:30 pm Waltz, Nightclub Two Step
6:30 pm Hustle!
7:30 pm Israeli
Couples friendly, you rotate as much as you want or not at all.
Singles friendly, no partner needed.
$10 per night per person, or
$5 student, or
$5 per family for experienced Israeli dancers, or
Free for students for Israeli dancing only
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact me. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side in the social hall, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome!
You are not required to sign up or bring a partner.
GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Casino style salsa
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Thursday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Bachata
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 7-9:10 pm. Modern Dance
Mondays 7:00-8:00 pm
A dance form which includes special techniques for using the whole body in movements to express abstract ideas. Taught by Shay Smith. All Levels. For Dancers Ages 16+.
Adult Ballet
Mondays 8:10-9:10 pm
This class is geared towards students age 16 and over who wish to start dancing, return to a passion for dance, or are looking for a new form of exercise. This class focuses on the poise and strength needed for the art form known as classical ballet. Taught by Gabby Lafond. All Levels. For Dancers Ages 16+. Dance 352 Studio, 2512 NE 1 Blvd, Suite 500, Gainseville, 32601. 407-683-3841. Dance 352 - [email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 7:30-9 pm. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. All ages. No experience needed.
$5 per night
Free for college aged and under. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 7:45-8:45 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Mon 16 Sep, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Bachata. 9 pm - 10 pm Salsa. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 17 September 2019
Tue 17 Sep, 8:30 am. It is Kizomba time. Your only local weekly Kizomba party is here.
Come out to learn different styles of Kizomba the right way from real instructors, and stay to party and enjoy social dancing with top local Kizomba DJ's Brown Sugar and Katatonik (and a delicious island cocktail or two from Bahama Breeze Island Grille).
All ages and levels are welcome and basics will be taught each week, so whether you are a Kizomba mazter or have never heard of this sexy style of dance from the islands, come by for what is sure to be a fiesta.
Schedule
8:30 Open Floor/Basics with Kathy Lastra
9:00 Class with Salil Bavdekar, Kathy Lastra
9:45 Social Dancing. Bahama Breeze Island Grille, 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, 32608. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [website][email][events]
Tue 17 Sep, 6:30-9 pm. Western Style Square Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Susie Beachy, 352-283-1296. $5. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 17 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Tue 17 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 17 Sep, 7-9 pm. Dallas Fort Worth Swing Out class. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Eric Fisher. 5. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 17 Sep, 7-9 pm. At Norma Wilson's place, Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]
Tue 17 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. More advanced ethnic dance. Beginners welcome. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Margaret Tolbert. $5. Dance Camp - [email][events]
Tue 17 Sep, 7:30-9:40 pm. Salsa Class:
Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm
Tuesday 8:40-9:40 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Tue 17 Sep, 7:45-8:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Wednesday 18 September 2019
Wed 18 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Piper Call, 352-327-1090. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [email][events]
Wed 18 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Wed 18 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Our schedule for the month:
Class #1 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class #2 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class #3 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class Beginner Swing Class and Social Dance
Cost
$45 Month, or
$15 Night, or
$5 Beginners per night, or
$5 Ages 16 to 29 per night. Rena's Ballroom, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 18 Sep, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Salsa. 9 pm - 10 pm Bachata. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 18 Sep, 9 pm-12 am. You asked for it, and now, after popular demand, Elio is back. Wednesday nights at Bahama Breeze Island Grille just got a little hotter. Gainesville's premier latin music act, Elio Piedra, will be bringing the party to keep you dancing all night. Bahama Breeze Island Grille, 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, 32608. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [website][events]
Thursday 19 September 2019
Thu 19 Sep, 12-1 pm. 4 week series in World Line Dancing.
Skips September 12.
12 to 12:30 Newcomers.
12:30 to 1:00 Regulars.
Everyone is encouraged to come for the whole time. The first half-hour caters to newcomers and the second half-hour caters to the regulars.
Have fun line dancing to a wide variety of music.
Register via Santa Fe College Community Education, under Seniors.
Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 19 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club and Dominican Student Association is proud to present Thursday Tradicional.
The schedule will be modified for this class and we will be focussing on Traditional Dominican Bachata.
5:45 PM - Check-in, social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:00 PM - On1 style salsa (advanced level will be On2)
7:00 PM - Traditional bachata class
8:00 PM - Mini-social featuring traditional dominican bachata
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 and 4.
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Thu 19 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. 4-Week beginner series for new dancers.
Experienced dancers meet at the same time to practice.
Skips September 12.
6:30 pm Hustle!
7:30 pm Swing
8:30 pm Argentine Tango - let me know if you are coming for Tango
Couples friendly, you rotate as much as you want or not at all.
Singles friendly, no partner needed.
Per Person
$60 for 4-week beginner series, or
$10 per night for experienced dancers, or
$5 student, or
$5 Argentine Tango practice only, students free
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact me. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side in the social hall, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thu 19 Sep, 7-9:15 pm. Progressive I
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Starting with the basics and progressing each week. Emphasis on technique as well as patterns and lead and follow. 5 weeks. Cost $55 per person, $44 college student, or $100 couple. Try first week for $12 per person.
Progressive II
8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Strong emphasis on technique. Must know the basics to attend this class. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 19 Sep, 7-9 pm. Casual dress tonight. We dance every Thursday. Anthony United Methodist Church, 2396 NE 97 Street, Anthony. Rod Barngrover, 386-749-4767. Celebrity Squares - [email][events]
Thu 19 Sep, 7-9 pm. DFW Swingout is a partner, six-count dance of the Swing family, and a child of Lindy Hop. We learn using the Smooth Flava Dance method of instruction. Join us on Thursdays as we practice the basics and learn advance moves. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 19 Sep, 7-10 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Thu 19 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Class:
Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm
Bachata Class:
Thursday 8:30-9:30 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 20 September 2019
Fri 20 Sep, 6:15-8:15 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
Start your tango journey with the UF Argentine Tango Club. You’ll be challenged to think and move using tango ideas with an engaging and diverse group. You will do individual exercises and partner activities to explore what tango is all about.
Classes will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays during the Fall semester, with some exceptions so be sure to check each week.
Where: Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. A few will be held in Studio A next door to B. So be sure to just check the schedule information at the door if you are unsure.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Feel free to invite your friends.
Parking at th ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][website][email][events]
Fri 20 Sep, 7:45-11 pm. Florida Swing Dancing Club invites you all to join us again this Friday at Thelma A. Boltin Community Center for a special Disney theme swing dance. We will be playing Disney swing music throughout the night and we encourage you to come dressed up as your favorite Disney character.
This event will cost $5 to help support the club and bring you more swing dancing events in Gainesville. There will be a friendly beginner lesson will to help you get into the swing of things. You may come alone or with a group of friends. Coming with a dance partner is not necessary and no prior dance experience is required.
7:45 - 8:00: Doors open
8:00 - 9:00: Beginner Lesson
9:00 - 11:00: Social Dance
If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please come talk to any of the officers. We hope to dance with you all soon. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Saturday 21 September 2019
Sat 21 Sep, 1:30-4:30 pm. Open floor dancing. Take advantage of the big space to practice Foxtrot, Waltz, American Tango, Two Step, Latin dances and Swing. Please Rsvp. Rosa B Williams, 601 NW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Roberta Cook, Laura Thomley, 352-317-4243. $6. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Sat 21 Sep, 7-10 pm. 5:45 Waltz. 6:30 Beginners lesson a half hour before the contra dance starts. No partner needed. Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor.
Dress in your pirate best. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 21 Sep, 9:30 pm-2:30 am. BailaCaliente is turning the big 4. Join us for a fun filled night of dance and festivities. The theme for this event is red, black and white semi-formal attire. Dress to impress.
Dj Bob Ocho a.k.a. Chocolate Pecan will be playing your favorite bachata, salsa and chachacha all night.
Workshop:
9:30 -10:30 pm Salsa On2 - Bob Ocho
Social dancing to follow immediately. The music will play until there is no one on the dance floor.
$10 for individual workshop, $7 with student ID
$14 for night workshop and social, $12 with student ID
$10 for social only, $7 with student ID. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32609. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [website][email][events]
Sat 21 Sep, 10 pm-2 am. We throw a party every day at Felipe's.
We throw our biggest Fiesta on Saturday nights with Elio Piedra
$5 Cover
$10 for under 21. Felipe's Taqueria, 1209 W Universitay Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [website][events]
Sunday 22 September 2019
Sun 22 Sep, 11 am-1 pm. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation.
This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness.
Parking is available at the back of the building
Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot.
First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class.
Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 22 Sep, 1:45-3:45 pm. The Lindy Hop bug can be quite the terror once you've been afflicted. Maybe it's your competitive nature that drives you to expand your skills past a one-hour beginner lesson. Perhaps it's your desire to form deeper friendships among one of the most compassionate, accepting communities in the world. Or maybe you just want to be able to better communicate your art on the dance floor with your partner and share your style with the most experienced dancers.
Join our Teaching Director, Zack Buchillon, as he shares his extensive experience in the form of a thoughtful, engaging lesson series. Zack has attended a large number of different workshops where he has learned from and engaged with many of the most renowned international Lindy Hop instructors of our time! We welcome you to explore with other students and dive into the rich culture and history of the dance we are lucky to partake in.
Here's the nitty gritty:
1) We begin with a s ... J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [more][website][email][events]
Sun 22 Sep, 3-5 pm. On2 Salsa Class
3 to 4 pm Beginners
4 to 5 pm Intermediate. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Sun 22 Sep, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sun 22 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun.
No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance.
Beginner Class 5:30 PM
Group Class 6:00 PM
Social Dance 7:00 PM
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 22 Sep, 7:30 pm. We are super excited to announce that we will be in one of the new homes to ecstatic dance as the beloved energy/space of Aurora Healing Arts transforms into HOWL, The House of Waking Life, a creation by Brooke Rosen We are so excited.
Our first dance will be June 30th, 7:30 pm and will be facilitated by the lovely Angela Betancourt. Our dances will then go on every other Sunday from that date forth. Beginning Sept. 1st (fingers crossed), alternating weekends will be hosted by HOWL.
This dance will explore the 5 Rhythms of Ecstatic Dance. In this environment we will let go of judgment of ourselves and others, embrace whatever emotions arise, and feel free to move, shake and groove however our bodies choose.
Please be sure to arrive on time if possible and reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there. Flow Space, 117 NW 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. $10. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Monday 23 September 2019
Mon 23 Sep, 5:30-8:30 am. Confirm times before going. Rosa B Williams, 601 NW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Eleta Sucsy, 352-473-7761. Cross Creek Cloggers - [email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 8:30 am. What is this balboa thing all about? If you are interested in learning about balboa, how to dance the basics, or want to comfortably dance to faster tempos, this is the place to come! This is not a series you want to miss as it will not only allow students to dance balboa socially, but also prepare them for our October balboa dance and workshop with a special guest instructor!
This series will consist of five weeks of lessons and although there may be time to review topics, many of the lessons will build upon those learned the previous week so attending every session will be to your benefit!
Shoes with suede or leather soles are highly encouraged; students may experience some difficulty wearing shoes that don't allow them to slide.
Lessons will be held in the dance studios in the basement of the Reitz union. Parking at the Reitz is free after 4:30 pm. UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 12:45-4:15 pm. 12:45 to 2:00 Plus class
2:00 to 4:15 Dance
This summer you can dance two Monday afternoons a month in Ocala with the Ocala Twirlers. Ocala West Methodist Church, 9330 SW 105 Street, Ocala. Norm, 352-873-1734. Ocala Twirlers Square Dancers - [events]
Mon 23 Sep, 5:30 pm. Dances to be determined by who is there. We have not yet decided what dances to do this month. Some suggestions have been Country Two Step, Foxtrot, Rumba, Waltz and others.
5:30 pm Waltz, Nightclub Two Step
6:30 pm Hustle!
7:30 pm Israeli
Couples friendly, you rotate as much as you want or not at all.
Singles friendly, no partner needed.
$10 per night per person, or
$5 student, or
$5 per family for experienced Israeli dancers, or
Free for students for Israeli dancing only
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact me. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side in the social hall, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome!
You are not required to sign up or bring a partner.
GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Casino style salsa
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Thursday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Bachata
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 7-9:10 pm. Modern Dance
Mondays 7:00-8:00 pm
A dance form which includes special techniques for using the whole body in movements to express abstract ideas. Taught by Shay Smith. All Levels. For Dancers Ages 16+.
Adult Ballet
Mondays 8:10-9:10 pm
This class is geared towards students age 16 and over who wish to start dancing, return to a passion for dance, or are looking for a new form of exercise. This class focuses on the poise and strength needed for the art form known as classical ballet. Taught by Gabby Lafond. All Levels. For Dancers Ages 16+. Dance 352 Studio, 2512 NE 1 Blvd, Suite 500, Gainseville, 32601. 407-683-3841. Dance 352 - [email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 7:30-9 pm. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. All ages. No experience needed.
$5 per night
Free for college aged and under. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 7:45-8:45 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Mon 23 Sep, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Bachata. 9 pm - 10 pm Salsa. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 24 September 2019
Tue 24 Sep, 8:30 am. It is Kizomba time. Your only local weekly Kizomba party is here.
Come out to learn different styles of Kizomba the right way from real instructors, and stay to party and enjoy social dancing with top local Kizomba DJ's Brown Sugar and Katatonik (and a delicious island cocktail or two from Bahama Breeze Island Grille).
All ages and levels are welcome and basics will be taught each week, so whether you are a Kizomba mazter or have never heard of this sexy style of dance from the islands, come by for what is sure to be a fiesta.
Schedule
8:30 Open Floor/Basics with Kathy Lastra
9:00 Class with Salil Bavdekar, Kathy Lastra
9:45 Social Dancing. Bahama Breeze Island Grille, 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, 32608. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [website][email][events]
Tue 24 Sep, 6:30-9 pm. Western Style Square Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Susie Beachy, 352-283-1296. $5. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 24 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Tue 24 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 24 Sep, 7-9 pm. Dallas Fort Worth Swing Out class. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Eric Fisher. 5. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 24 Sep, 7-9 pm. At Norma Wilson's place, Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]
Tue 24 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. More advanced ethnic dance. Beginners welcome. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Margaret Tolbert. $5. Dance Camp - [email][events]
Tue 24 Sep, 7:30-9:40 pm. Salsa Class:
Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm
Tuesday 8:40-9:40 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Tue 24 Sep, 7:45-8:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Wednesday 25 September 2019
Wed 25 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Piper Call, 352-327-1090. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [email][events]
Wed 25 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]
Wed 25 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Our schedule for the month:
Class #1 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class #2 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class #3 Beginner and Int WCS classes
Class Beginner Swing Class and Social Dance
Cost
$45 Month, or
$15 Night, or
$5 Beginners per night, or
$5 Ages 16 to 29 per night. Rena's Ballroom, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 25 Sep, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Salsa. 9 pm - 10 pm Bachata. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 25 Sep, 9 pm-12 am. You asked for it, and now, after popular demand, Elio is back. Wednesday nights at Bahama Breeze Island Grille just got a little hotter. Gainesville's premier latin music act, Elio Piedra, will be bringing the party to keep you dancing all night. Bahama Breeze Island Grille, 3989 Plaza Blvd, Gainesville, 32608. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [website][events]
Thursday 26 September 2019
Thu 26 Sep, 12-1 pm. 4 week series in World Line Dancing.
Skips September 12.
12 to 12:30 Newcomers.
12:30 to 1:00 Regulars.
Everyone is encouraged to come for the whole time. The first half-hour caters to newcomers and the second half-hour caters to the regulars.
Have fun line dancing to a wide variety of music.
Register via Santa Fe College Community Education, under Seniors.
Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 26 Sep, 6-8:30 pm. 6:00-6:45 pm Beginners
6:45-7:30 pm Intermediate
7:30-8:30 pm Open Dance. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, 32606. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 26 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer. We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata. All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome!
You are not required to sign up or bring a partner.
GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Casino style salsa
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Thursday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Bachata
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Thu 26 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. 4-Week beginner series for new dancers.
Experienced dancers meet at the same time to practice.
Skips September 12.
6:30 pm Hustle!
7:30 pm Swing
8:30 pm Argentine Tango - let me know if you are coming for Tango
Couples friendly, you rotate as much as you want or not at all.
Singles friendly, no partner needed.
Per Person
$60 for 4-week beginner series, or
$10 per night for experienced dancers, or
$5 student, or
$5 Argentine Tango practice only, students free
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact me. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side in the social hall, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thu 26 Sep, 7-9:15 pm. Progressive I
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Starting with the basics and progressing each week. Emphasis on technique as well as patterns and lead and follow. 5 weeks. Cost $55 per person, $44 college student, or $100 couple. Try first week for $12 per person.
Progressive II
8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Strong emphasis on technique. Must know the basics to attend this class. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 26 Sep, 7-9 pm. We dance every Thursday. Anthony United Methodist Church, 2396 NE 97 Street, Anthony. Rod Barngrover, 386-749-4767. Celebrity Squares - [email][events]
Thu 26 Sep, 7-9 pm. DFW Swingout is a partner, six-count dance of the Swing family, and a child of Lindy Hop. We learn using the Smooth Flava Dance method of instruction. Join us on Thursdays as we practice the basics and learn advance moves. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 26 Sep, 7-10 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Thu 26 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Class:
Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm
Bachata Class:
Thursday 8:30-9:30 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 27 September 2019
Fri 27 Sep, 6:15-8:15 pm. Do something different.
Explore new territory.
Surprise yourself.
Tango.
Start your tango journey with the UF Argentine Tango Club. You’ll be challenged to think and move using tango ideas with an engaging and diverse group. You will do individual exercises and partner activities to explore what tango is all about.
Classes will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays during the Fall semester, with some exceptions so be sure to check each week.
Where: Most classes will be held in Dance Studio B, located in the basement of the Reitz Union. A few will be held in Studio A next door to B. So be sure to just check the schedule information at the door if you are unsure.
What to wear: If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Fancy shoes are not necessary and please avoid flip flops or tennis shoes.
Feel free to invite your friends.
Parking at th ... UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][website][email][events]
Fri 27 Sep, 7-10 pm. Ages 26+: $10
Ages 16-25: $5. The Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 6228 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 27 Sep, 7:45-11 pm. Florida Swing Dancing Club invites you all to join us again this Friday at Thelma A. Boltin Community Center
This event will cost $5 to help support the club and bring you more swing dancing events in Gainesville. There will be a friendly beginner lesson will to help you get into the swing of things. You may come alone or with a group of friends. Coming with a dance partner is not necessary and no prior dance experience is required.
7:45 - 8:00: Doors open
8:00 - 9:00: Beginner Lesson
9:00 - 11:00: Social Dance
If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please come talk to any of the officers. We hope to dance with you all soon. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2 Avenue, Gainesville. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Fri 27 Sep, 8 pm-12 am. The Barbie Gala is an elegant night of some great swing dancing on beautiful hardwood floors. Tons of Authentic Cuban food- roast pork, beans and rice, salad, and cuban pastries.
Silent auction of Vintage Collectible Barbies, Raffle, etc.
All to benefit The Special Angel Fund, a small fund held at one of our local churches that helps families with seriously ill children in the hospital. We help pay for gas cards, food cars, household bills, car repairs, and in the worst cases, funerals.
You can buy tickets or donate funds straight to The Special Angel fund by going to Bit.ly/BarbieGala
Hope to catch you on the dance floor
Ciara. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Ciara. $35. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Fri 27 Sep, 8 pm-12 am. Hippvana Nights are back in the Hipp Lower Level. Come participate in the best salsa night in Gainesville.
A hot night of salsa dancing begins at 8:00 pm with a class taught by salsa dancing pros
At 9:00 pm Elio Piedra brings the party when the floor opens up for a night of salsa dancing free and open to the public. Elio is a DJ with live beats so people can move with the rhythm of his live percussion. Let's spice up the Hippodrome with our salsa skills.
DJ: Elio Piedra "Bringing The Fiesta to you"
#Hippvana #keepgainesvilleHIPP #whyilovegnv. Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2 Place, Gainesville, 32601. Elio Piedra, 352-327-5089. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [website][email][events]
Saturday 28 September 2019
Sat 28 Sep to Sun 29 Sep, 1-10 pm. Sat 9/28
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Contra Dance
7:00 pm- 10:00 pm Contra Dance
Sun 9/29
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm Waltz (Latter Day Lizards)
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Contra Dance (Advanced)
At the door:
(no online or advance sales)
Ages 26+: $15 per dance ($40 for all 3)
Ages 16-25: $8 per dance ($20 for all 3)
Age 15 & under: FREE (when accompanied by an adult)
Lisa Greenleaf has been treating dancers across the country to her high spirited, witty calling for many years, and is known for precise walk-throughs of zesty and flowing dances. Whether she is presenting cool contras, hot squares, or focused callers' workshops, Lisa engages the crowd with her humor and community spirit.
Lisa Greenleaf and the Latter Day Lizards are ready to blow your socks off.
Boston based caller extraordinaire, Lisa Greenleaf, teams up with New England's own:
* Dave Langford - fiddle/guitar;
* Bill Tomczak - clarinet/saxophone/banjo uke/dumbek; and
* K ... Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [more][website][email][events]
Sat 28 Sep, 7-10 pm. American Legion, Gainesville, is hosting a dance. Hotrod Lincoln Band is performing all evening. Please invite all your friends and family to come out and enjoy an evening of Rock N Roll dance music. It is important that we show the Legion that these dances are wanted. We must pack the place. These dances are in danger of being cancelled if we do not show them the people. Spread the word to all groups, clubs, anyone you can invite. Full bar at inexpensive prices. All profits go to benefit our Veterans. Hope to see you. American Legion Haisley Lynch Post 16, 4701 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, 32609. Danny Shehee. $10. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [website][events]
Sat 28 Sep, 7:30-10:30 pm. Great mix of ballroom, Latin, swing, and country music. Light refreshments. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $12 for Parris Dance students, or $8 college student. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sat 28 Sep, 8 pm-1 am. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation.
This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness.
Parking is available at the back of the building
Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot.
First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class.
Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sunday 29 September 2019
Sun 29 Sep, 11 am-1 pm. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation.
This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness.
Parking is available at the back of the building
Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot.
First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class.
Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Sun 29 Sep, 12:15-4 pm. Sat 9/28
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Contra Dance
7:00 pm- 10:00 pm Contra Dance
Sun 9/29
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm Waltz (Latter Day Lizards)
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Contra Dance (Advanced)
At the door:
(no online or advance sales)
Ages 26+: $15 per dance ($40 for all 3)
Ages 16-25: $8 per dance ($20 for all 3)
Age 15 & under: FREE (when accompanied by an adult)
Lisa Greenleaf has been treating dancers across the country to her high spirited, witty calling for many years, and is known for precise walk-throughs of zesty and flowing dances. Whether she is presenting cool contras, hot squares, or focused callers' workshops, Lisa engages the crowd with her humor and community spirit.
Lisa Greenleaf and the Latter Day Lizards are ready to blow your socks off.
Boston based caller extraordinaire, Lisa Greenleaf, teams up with New England's own:
* Dave Langford - fiddle/guitar;
* Bill Tomczak - clarinet/saxophone/banjo uke/dumbek; and
* K ... Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [more][website][email][events]
Sun 29 Sep, 3-5 pm. On2 Salsa Class
3 to 4 pm Beginners
4 to 5 pm Intermediate. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Sun 29 Sep, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sun 29 Sep, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun.
No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance.
Beginner Class 5:30 PM
Group Class 6:00 PM
Social Dance 7:00 PM
Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff.
Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 29 Sep, 7:30-9:30 pm. Join me (Angela Betancourt) and Riley Leachman, my dear friend and owner of The Crystal Canvas, as we explore the 5 Rhythms of Ecstatic Dance. We'll let go of judgment of ourselves and others, embrace whatever emotions arise, and feel free to move, shake, and groove however our bodies choose!
Ecstatic Dance gives us an opportunity to explore our inner worlds through movement and stillness. We let go of verbal communication and step in to the liberating joy of dancing in commUNITY. I carefully craft a playlist using a variety of rhythms from around the world that are sure to help you tap into your inner wisdom and playfulness.
The energy exchange is just $10 paid in cash at the door.
We'll begin with a brief opening circle at 7:30 pm sharp, so be sure to arrive on time if possible. Please reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there. The Crystal Canvas, 1801 NE 23 Avenue, Suite D5, Gainesville, 32609. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Monday 30 September 2019
Mon 30 Sep, 5:30-8:30 am. Confirm times before going. Rosa B Williams, 601 NW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Eleta Sucsy, 352-473-7761. Cross Creek Cloggers - [email][events]
Mon 30 Sep, 8:30 am. What is this balboa thing all about? If you are interested in learning about balboa, how to dance the basics, or want to comfortably dance to faster tempos, this is the place to come! This is not a series you want to miss as it will not only allow students to dance balboa socially, but also prepare them for our October balboa dance and workshop with a special guest instructor!
This series will consist of five weeks of lessons and although there may be time to review topics, many of the lessons will build upon those learned the previous week so attending every session will be to your benefit!
Shoes with suede or leather soles are highly encouraged; students may experience some difficulty wearing shoes that don't allow them to slide.
Lessons will be held in the dance studios in the basement of the Reitz union. Parking at the Reitz is free after 4:30 pm. UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Swing Dance Club - [website][email][events]
Mon 30 Sep, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 30 Sep, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome!
You are not required to sign up or bring a partner.
GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Casino style salsa
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Thursday:
6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels
6:50 PM - Bachata
8:15 PM - LA style salsa
9:15 PM - Social dancing
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues).
Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]
Mon 30 Sep, 6:45-7:30 pm. All levels and ages encouraged.
Class Rates:
$15 Class Drop-in
$45 5 Class Booklet
$70 Class Booklet
Tickets from bundles can be used for any of our adult classes offered at the studio.
They also work for iBaby and Me and iPlaydate Program Classes.
Booklets expire one year after purchase date.
Dress code for all Adult Classes (as well as iBaby and Me/iPlaydate) is up to your discretion. As long as it is comfortable, moveable attire, it is game. Please no denim or dirty street shoes.
College Students
Intermediate and Advanced Level Encouraged. Receive $10 off a class package with your current student ID. Dancers who want a fun and challenging class to just dance like you did before moving to college. 5745 SW 75 Street, #311, Gainesville, 32608. 352-337-0017. IndepenDance Studio - [website][email][events]