Ongoing
Sundays
Ongoing Sundays, 10-11 am. Cost: Donation-based (suggested $15 per class)
Who is welcome: Everyone. Beginners and all fitness levels.
Feel free to contact Sarit to RSVP or with any questions. See you there.
Whether you are new to Nia or a seasoned enthusiast, this is the perfect chance to move and connect with yourself in the peaceful surroundings of the Thomas Center Gardens. Start your Sunday mornings with joyful movement and community.
Nia blends elements of dance, martial arts, and mindfulness, offering a low-impact, adaptable practice suitable for all fitness levels. Classes are designed to be playful yet empowering, enhancing your pleasure, strength, mobility, and overall well-being in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Meet Your Instructor: Sarit Sela
Sarit is an architect, artist, and movement instructor. As a First Degree Black Belt Nia instructor, she has been teaching movement, mindfulness, and creativity in Gainesville since 2 ... Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, 622 NE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601-5711. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [more][facebook][events]
Ongoing Sundays, 4-7 pm. Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Bartley Temple, 1936 NE 8 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Sundays, 6-7:30 pm. Engaging, challenging, empowering. $20 drop in. $72 for 4 classes. Salsa Mundial Studio, 3501 SW 2 Avenue, Suite G, Gainesville. najmahdance@gmail.com. Najmah Nour Bellydance - [events]
Ongoing Sundays, 6:30-8:30 pm. Weekly class. Confirm the date and time before going because they may change.
Check the room number.
Feel like a new, fun and challenging hobby? Give Argentine Tango a try. Confirm dates as there is no dancing during breaks.
We will do individual exercises and partner activities to understand this improvisational dance! We will explore various concepts of connection (to oneself, to the music, to the dance partner, to the dance floor, to other social dancers).
Parking is available on campus.
What to wear? If you own a pair of salsa shoes, jazz/ballet flats, or Toms, those work great. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Partner Dance? You are welcome to join with or without a partner. Those who come alone will be paired up.
Everyone is expected to be respectful of others. UF Student Conduct Code applies (please review the UF Orange Book). UF J Wayne Reitz Union, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. uftango@gmail.com. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [facebook][events]
Mondays
Ongoing Mondays, 6-8 pm. We will be changing dances every week for the first month. After that we will pick 2 foundational dances and build on them for the whole month.
No partner needed.
CLAP Learning Art Program, 46 E Noble Avenue, Williston. 352-256-4395, clapandtutoring@gmail.com. $25 per person. Public - [claptutoring][facebook][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 6:15 pm. Casino Rueda style salsa is a Cuban based dance style, often danced in a circle. With high group participation and partner switching in the middle of the dance, we highly encourage our students to start with Casino. We also offer a student performance team in this style of salsa!
Casino classes are at 6:15 every Monday, and at 7:30 every Wednesday after Variety Hour. We also have advanced Casino classes on Thursdays after our rotating Latin Series.
On 1 style salsa, also known as LA salsa, is a popular style of salsa dancing that originated in Los Angeles, California. It is characterized by its linear style, meaning dancers move along a line, back and forth, as opposed to the circular motion seen in other salsa styles like Casino. Our advanced performance team dances this style.
On 1 classes are at 7:30 every Monday after Casino Salsa. We also have advanced On 1 classes rotating in our Latin Series.
Our Latin Series is a ro ... Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. AscenDance Salsa Company, ascendancesalsacompany@gmail.com. Public - [more][ascendancesalsa][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 6:30-8:30 pm. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Masks are optional; but smiles are not. Let your eyes smile if you are wearing a mask. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659, flamerritt@hotmail.com. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [events]
Ongoing Mondays, 7-9 pm. No dancing April 14 due to Passover.
7:00 - 8:00 pm Israeli Circle Dancing
8:00 - 9:00 pm Israeli Partner Dancing
$10 per family.
Beginners welcome.
Come out to enjoy great music and exuberant dancing.
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [events]
Ongoing Mondays, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Ongoing Mondays, 8:15-9:15 pm. Monday
8:15-9:15 bachata beginners only
Tuesday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Wednesday
8:15-9:15 salsa beginners only
Thursday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Make your reservations and pay at https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com.
Walk ins are also welcome. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][events]
Tuesdays
Ongoing Tuesdays, 5-7:30 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Oaks Mall, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm West Coast Swing
8:00 pm Waltz
$10 per night
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:30-9:15 pm. 6:30 pm - Casino Salsa
7:30 pm - Social dancing. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. Gator Salsa Club, info@gatorsalsa.club. Gator Salsa Club - [gatorsalsa][facebook][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. 6:30 pm Tuesdays in Gainesville
7:00 pm Thursdays in High Springs
The lessons are repeated on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Meizon Church, 3411 NW 83 Street, Gainesville. Robin Fraser, 352-317-1636, robin.frazer@yahoo.com. $5. Grand Squares - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-9 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Bartley Temple, 1936 NE 8 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 7:15-9:15 pm. Monday
8:15-9:15 bachata beginners only
Tuesday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Wednesday
8:15-9:15 salsa beginners only
Thursday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Make your reservations and pay at https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com.
Walk ins are also welcome. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Tuesdays, 7:30 pm. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Wednesdays
Ongoing Wednesdays, 12-1 pm. Join Sarit for weekly outdoor Nia classes at the Thomas Center Gardens.
Nia is a low-impact movement technique, inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. Nia is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Nia creates a playful and powerful experience, boosting pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Small group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Sarit Ben-David Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor, who has been sharing her passion to Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011. To RSVP and for questions, please contact Sarit. Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, 622 NE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601-5711. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 6:15 pm. Casino Rueda style salsa is a Cuban based dance style, often danced in a circle. With high group participation and partner switching in the middle of the dance, we highly encourage our students to start with Casino. We also offer a student performance team in this style of salsa!
Casino classes are at 6:15 every Monday, and at 7:30 every Wednesday after Variety Hour. We also have advanced Casino classes on Thursdays after our rotating Latin Series.
On 1 style salsa, also known as LA salsa, is a popular style of salsa dancing that originated in Los Angeles, California. It is characterized by its linear style, meaning dancers move along a line, back and forth, as opposed to the circular motion seen in other salsa styles like Casino. Our advanced performance team dances this style.
On 1 classes are at 7:30 every Monday after Casino Salsa. We also have advanced On 1 classes rotating in our Latin Series.
Our Latin Series is a ro ... Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. AscenDance Salsa Company, ascendancesalsacompany@gmail.com. Public - [more][ascendancesalsa][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-9 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Julieta, 352-281-0428, Jbramb@gmail.com. Free. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-9 pm. $10 - Beginner Class 7 - 8 pm
$10 - Beyond the Basics Class 8 - 9 pm
Every Wednesday Two Classes.
No partner needed.
At 7 pm learn a New Dance or drill your Basics to continue building that muscle memory.
Then at 8 pm learn fundamentals to bridge the basic concepts in our Beyond the Basics lesson.
Casual Attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels (but not flip flops) are best for this dance.
Join our every Wednesday West Coast Swing group classes.
Cost for each lesson is $10
Instructor : Carol Smith
Private Lessons Available contact Carol Smith to schedule yours.
See you on the Dance Floor. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-9 pm. Ongoing Argentine Tango class and practice in a private home. Gainesville. Andrea Pham, pham.andrea@gmail.com. Tango Papirusa - [events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]
Ongoing Wednesdays, 8:15-9:15 pm. Monday
8:15-9:15 bachata beginners only
Tuesday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Wednesday
8:15-9:15 salsa beginners only
Thursday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Make your reservations and pay at https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com.
Walk ins are also welcome. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][events]
Thursdays
Ongoing Thursdays, 1-5 pm. 1 pm Intermediate to Advanced $6
3 pm Improver $3
4 pm Beginner $3
Line dancing with instructor Weber Wen. Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW State Road 200, Ocala, 34476. Weber Wen, yfwen@yahoo.com. Public - [events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 5-7:30 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dance with a purpose.
Donations are welcome.
$blssdfuture. Oaks Mall, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Lindy Swing or other
8:00 pm Waltz or other
Dances determined by those attending.
$10 per night
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford.
Andrew Weitzen
352-327-3672
publish@gainesvilledance.com
www.gainesvilledance.com. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6-7 pm. Join us for line dancing. Meet people and have fun all while dancing. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. $12. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6:15 pm. Casino Rueda style salsa is a Cuban based dance style, often danced in a circle. With high group participation and partner switching in the middle of the dance, we highly encourage our students to start with Casino. We also offer a student performance team in this style of salsa!
Casino classes are at 6:15 every Monday, and at 7:30 every Wednesday after Variety Hour. We also have advanced Casino classes on Thursdays after our rotating Latin Series.
On 1 style salsa, also known as LA salsa, is a popular style of salsa dancing that originated in Los Angeles, California. It is characterized by its linear style, meaning dancers move along a line, back and forth, as opposed to the circular motion seen in other salsa styles like Casino. Our advanced performance team dances this style.
On 1 classes are at 7:30 every Monday after Casino Salsa. We also have advanced On 1 classes rotating in our Latin Series.
Our Latin Series is a ro ... Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Between Gates 3 and 4, Gainesville. Gator Salsa Club, info@gatorsalsa.club. Public - [more][ascendancesalsa][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm. Watters Dance Studio, 16 NW 70 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Karen Muratti, bellydanceblissfl@gmail.com. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 6:30-10:30 pm. 6:30 pm - On-1 Salsa
7:45 pm - Bachata
8:45 pm Social Dancing. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club, info@gatorsalsa.club. Gator Salsa Club - [gatorsalsa][facebook][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 7-9 pm. 6:30 pm Tuesdays in Gainesville
7:00 pm Thursdays in High Springs
The lessons are repeated on Tuesdays and Thursdays. High Springs Civic Center, 19107 NW 24 Street, Gainesville. Deborah Cassidy, 352-262-0760, Becky Thompson, 386-216-6976. $5. Grand Squares - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 7:15-9:15 pm. Monday
8:15-9:15 bachata beginners only
Tuesday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Wednesday
8:15-9:15 salsa beginners only
Thursday
7:15-8:15 bachata
8:15-9:15 salsa
Make your reservations and pay at https://baila-caliente1.punchpass.com.
Walk ins are also welcome. Too Your Health Spa 2, 2841 SW 20th Street, Ocala, 34474. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [facebook][events]
Ongoing Thursdays, 7:30-10:30 pm. Gainesville Swing Dancing every Thursday evening from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can find us at the Rosa B Williams Center. We kick off the night with a one-hour beginner lesson, followed by two hours of social dancing in a beautiful, air-conditioned hardwood dance hall.
We cannot wait to hit the dance floor with all of you.
No partner or experience needed.
Parking:
Free street parking is available in front of or beside the building, as well as in the nearby Friends of the Library lot.
Admission:
Free, donations encouraged via cash or Venmo.
Connect with Us:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gainesvillelindyscoop/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gainesville.swingdancing/
GroupMe: https://groupme.com/join_group/94661829/xshrLqwd
Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/gainesville_swingdancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525, SwingDancing.Gainesville@gmail.com. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [events]
Fridays
Ongoing Fridays, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 pm Doors Open
7 - 9 pm Dance
Every Friday with Happiness Coach Angela Dragon.
On the big, beautiful dance floor at Gainesville Movement Studio.
Register online today.
http://bit.ly/3X5ykNM
$25 in advance; $30 at the door
Part early-evening dance party, part sacred somatic journey, Ecstatic Dance is an opportunity to feel liberated in your body while building a strong sense of community and belonging. This is Gainesville's FIRST weekly Ecstatic Dance since Covid and it is happening on the spongy-soft dance floor of the gorgeous Gainesville Movement Studio. We are doing a trial run of weekly dances for the next four weeks, so if you want weekly dances to continue, please come out and bring your friends.
New to the global Ecstatic Dance community? Read on, and know that you will be welcomed with open arms.
At Ecstatic Dance, we let go of talking, kick off our shoes, and move however our bodies choose. Imagine be ... Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32609-3763. 352-757-2932, info@gainesvillemovement.com. Public - [more][facebook][events]
Other
Ongoing Other. Not only do you get to learn new dance moves at our social dances, but you can meet new people from the Ocala area and make new friends with an obvious shared interest. As you learn, you will be able to take these dances to family gatherings, clubs, and anywhere else you hear music. The instructors at Arthur Murray Dance Centers Ocala include: Bachata, Salsa, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Swing, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Merengue, and Zouk. 3842 W Newberry Rd, Suite 1-G, Gainesville. 352-231-8485 dance@arthurmurrayocala.com. Arthur Murray Dance Center Ocala - [dance][facebook][events]
Ongoing Other. Not only do you get to learn new dance moves at our social dances, but you can meet new people from the Ocala area and make new friends with an obvious shared interest. As you learn, you will be able to take these dances to family gatherings, clubs, and anywhere else you hear music. The instructors at Arthur Murray Dance Centers Ocala include: Bachata, Salsa, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Swing, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Merengue, and Zouk. 304 SW Broadway Street, Ocala, 34471. 352-231-8485. Arthur Murray Dance Center Ocala - [arthurmurrayocala][events]
Ongoing Other. Join Jacqueline Valdez, celebrity dancer, model, author, fitness expert, for
Pilates, Adult Ballet, Yoga flow, Pole dancing, and more. Jajqueline Valdez Studio, 4003 NW 18 Place, Gainesville, 32605. Jacqueline Valdez, 352-256-2054, jacquelinevaldezstudio@gmail.com. Jacqueline Valdez - [jacquelinevaldez][events]
Ongoing Other, 8:15 pm. Pole dance classes weekly.
At Happy Kiss Pole, we believe in the transformative power of movement. What began as a dream in 2014, blossomed into a haven for self-expression, exploration, and empowerment. Nestled in the heart of Gainesville, FL our studio started in the spare bedroom of our founder's home. From those humble beginnings, we've grown into a vibrant community dedicated to celebrating everyone who steps into our space through the art of pole dance.
Founded by Johanna Monserratte, Happy Kiss Pole Dance was born out of a passion for movement and a desire to create a space where everyone feels welcome. Inspired by the liberating and sensual aspects of pole dance, our studio embodies the values of haven, play, and voice. These principles guide everything we do, from our classes to our community events. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Johanna Monserratte, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [happykisspoledance][events]
2024
September 2024
Sunday 1 September 2024
Sun 1 Sep, 11 am-3 pm. Friday 6-10 pm
Saturday 12-4 pm
Saturday 6-10 pm
Sunday 11-3 pm
4 Dances
Cookout and picnic all weekend long. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. events@dancingfish.dance. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][events]
Thursday 5 September 2024
Thu 5 Sep, 7-8 pm. Your first class is free. $5 per nightly class.
This is a 12 week progressive series. All ages and levels of experience are welcome. Dress is casual.
Someone very important is missing at dance nights in High Springs. You.
Modern Square Dance is a fun way to get a little exercise for your mind and body, and socialize, too.
New to dance? Do not think you can dance or do not think you like to dance? We have all been there.
Show up on Thursday night with willingness to give it a whirl. Steps are instructed one at a time and then sequenced together by the caller for an interactive dance experience. Dances include lively, upbeat music and a laser light show.
Just kidding about the laser light show, but the music gets you on your feet.
Simple line dances are also instructed weekly.
Thank you High Springs Parks and Recreation for your support.
Stay informed with the High Springs Dance Club Facebook page, updated weekl ... High Springs Civic Center, 19401 NW US Hwy 441, High Springs, 32643. Debbie 352-262-0760, Becky 386-216-6976, emeraldoks@gmail.com. Grand Squares - [more][events]
Sunday 8 September 2024
Sun 8 Sep, 10-11 am. Dates: August 18, 25, September 8, 15, 22 (no class on September 1)
Fee: $20 per class, or $80 for all five classes
Please join Sarit for Nia classes at the beautiful Karuna Cottage studio. This is a perfect opportunity for both beginners and experienced Nia enthusiasts to get into the groove during the late summer months.
Nia is a low-impact movement technique inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. It is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience, creating a playful and powerful experience that boosts pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Sarit Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor who has been sharing her passion for Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011.
Beginners and people of all fitness levels are welcome.
Space is limited. Please contact Sarit to register and for any questions. Karuna Cottage, 3215 NW 17 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][events]
Sun 8 Sep, 10 am. Second Sundays
10 am - 12:30 pm
at Flow Space
$20 pre-sale
$25 door
Free for members
$10 Ages 13 - 17
$5 Ages 0 - 12
Minors must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or legal guardian at all times.
Sacred Sunday Schedule
9:45 The Portal is Open
9:45 - 10:15 Community Time
10:15 Opening Circle (Please be present by this time, doors will close)
10:30 Ecstatic Dance
12:00 Closing Circle
12:30 - 1:30 Community Potluck
Please pre-register for the dance to help check in to smoothly.
Link to pre-register:
https://flow-space-gnv.as.me/sacredsunday
Link to register a minor:
https://flow-space-gnv.as.me/?appointmentType=60036717
Link to our full schedule:
https://www.flowspacegnv.com/class-types
Presenting… Sacred Sundays.
This is a morning version of our beloved Ecstatic Dance - now happening the second Sunday of every month. Starting your morning with intention, community, and movement allows you ... Flow Space Yoga and Arts, 117 NW 16 Avenue, Gainesville. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][flowspacegnv][facebook][events]
Saturday 14 September 2024
Sat 14 Sep, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm.
Dance to the music of the 50s through the 80s. Prize for best costume. Pick your favorite decade.
Join us while you enjoy great music, snacks, and cold A/C in a beautiful venue.
Rsvp. Limited to 60 dancers.
$15 per person, $25 for a couple, cash only. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]
Sunday 15 September 2024
Sun 15 Sep, 10-11 am. Dates: August 18, 25, September 8, 15, 22 (no class on September 1)
Fee: $20 per class, or $80 for all five classes
Please join Sarit for Nia classes at the beautiful Karuna Cottage studio. This is a perfect opportunity for both beginners and experienced Nia enthusiasts to get into the groove during the late summer months.
Nia is a low-impact movement technique inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. It is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience, creating a playful and powerful experience that boosts pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Sarit Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor who has been sharing her passion for Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011.
Beginners and people of all fitness levels are welcome.
Space is limited. Please contact Sarit to register and for any questions. Karuna Cottage, 3215 NW 17 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][events]
Sun 15 Sep, 4-8 pm. Get ready for a vibrant evening of Latin beats, dancing, and delicious flavors at One Love Cafe's Fiesta Latina! Join us for an unforgettable Sunday afternoon featuring live music by The Tropix, who will keep the energy high with their electrifying Latin rhythms.
Bring your appetite as we will have a variety of Latin American food trucks serving up mouthwatering dishes, while our full bar offers refreshing cocktails and drinks to keep the party going. Whether you're here to dance or just enjoy the lively atmosphere, there's something for everyone.
Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us and enjoy an evening full of music, food, and fun under the sun.
This is a family and pet-friendly event. Cash and card accepted. One Love Cafe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Public - [facebook][events]
Monday 16 September 2024
Mon 16 Sep, 7-9 pm. 7:00 - 8:00 pm Beginning Israeli Circle Dancing
8:00 - 9:00 pm Beginning Israeli Partner Dancing
Starts September 16, ongoing after the 4 weeks
$60 per family for 4 week series
$10 per family for those with experience
Come out to enjoy great music and exuberant dancing.
If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [events]
Tuesday 17 September 2024
Tue 17 Sep, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Beginning West Coast Swing
8:00 pm Beginning Waltz
$60 for 4 week beginner series
$10 for those with experience
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text, publish@gainesvilledance.com. Swing Dance Gainesville - [events]
Thursday 19 September 2024
Thu 19 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Lesson with Greg Nelson
7:30 Dancing with DJs Gail and Alan Keicher
Put on your denim and come join us for our Country Western Denim and Diamonds dance. We will be serving a complimentary cowboy dinner of hot dogs and fixins. We are also collecting non-perishable food items for our local food bank. All donations are appreciated.
The Christopher Hall has a large, 38' by 59', dance space, lighted parking and 10 tons of air conditioning. Our monthly dance will now be held on the third Thursday of each month. Christopher Hall, Blessed Trinity Catholic Church, 1510 SE 3 Ave, Ocala, 34478. Susan Heaney, Rsvp 352-81-0909, 352-307-8486 Questions, ocalausadance@gmail.com. $10 members, $15 non-members. USA Dance Ocala - [usadanceocala][events]
Friday 20 September 2024
Fri 20 Sep, 7:45-10:30 pm. 6:45 pm — Setup
7:45 pm – Introductory Workshop
8:00 pm — Contra Dance
10:30 pm — Cleanup
Suggested Donation:
$10 (ages 26+)
$5 (ages 16-25)
Dancers aged 15 and under get in free when accompanied by an adult.
No partner needed. Donation admission. All welcome. Live band and caller. All dances taught. Provided by Gainesville Old Time Dance Society. Come enjoy the pleasures of music and dance and friendly people with us. Gainesville Health and Fitness Center, Echo Pavilion, 4820 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, 32607. gods@godsdance.org. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][facebook][events]
Fri 20 Sep to Sat 21 Sep, 8 pm-1 am. Schedule
9/20 Fri Social and workshop at Salsa Mundial
8:00 - 9:00 pm: Pre-social workshop
9:00 pm - 1:00 am: Social
9/21 Sat
Workshops* at Salsa Mundial
12:00 - 4:00 pmM: Schedule TBA
*limited to 50 dancers
Social at Cade Museum
7:00 - 8:00 pmM: Pre-social workshop
8:00 pm - 12:30 am: Social
10:00 pm: Show
Attire: Black & White
Price
Weekend Pass:
Pre-sale:
$75 (price goes up on 8/31)
$80 (9/01-9/19)
https://square.link/u/8aGIMWjU
Saturday Pass:
Pre-sale:
$65 (price goes up on 8/31)
$70 (9/01-9/19)
https://square.link/u/if5vGWIg
Friday Social (pre-social workshop included)
$15 at door
Saturday Workshops:
$20 per workshop
Saturday Social
$25 at the door
Please join us for our 9th Anniversary. This is a 2-day event. We are excited to have the following guest instructors, MC, DJ and performers for the event.
Workshop Instructors
Adriana and Jorge (Latin Passion, Orlando)
Amy Dominguez (KURA D ... Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334, info@salsamundial.com. Salsa Mundial - [more][salsamundial][facebook][events]
Saturday 21 September 2024
Sat 21 Sep, 12 pm-0:30 am. Schedule
9/20 Fri Social and workshop at Salsa Mundial
8:00 - 9:00 pm: Pre-social workshop
9:00 pm - 1:00 am: Social
9/21 Sat
Workshops* at Salsa Mundial
12:00 - 4:00 pm: Schedule TBA
*limited to 50 dancers
Social at Cade Museum
7:00 - 8:00 pmM: Pre-social workshop
8:00 pm - 12:30 am: Social
10:00 pm: Show
Attire: Black & White
Price
Weekend Pass:
Pre-sale:
$75 (price goes up on 8/31)
$80 (9/01-9/19)
https://square.link/u/8aGIMWjU
Saturday Pass:
Pre-sale:
$65 (price goes up on 8/31)
$70 (9/01-9/19)
https://square.link/u/if5vGWIg
Friday Social (pre-social workshop included)
$15 at door
Saturday Workshops:
$20 per workshop
Saturday Social
$25 at the door
Please join us for our 9th Anniversary. This is a 2-day event. We are excited to have the following guest instructors, MC, DJ and performers for the event.
Workshop Instructors
Adriana and Jorge (Latin Passion, Orlando)
Amy Dominguez (KURA Da ... Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334, info@salsamundial.com. Salsa Mundial - [more][salsamundial][facebook][events]
Sat 21 Sep, 6-9 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. events@dancingfish.dance. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][events]
Sat 21 Sep, 6-9 pm. Swing dance to Swing Theory Jazz Band at One Love Cafe. Join us at One Love Cafe for fresh locally-sourced ingredients prepared in delicious dishes, craft beers and dancing. Bring the whole family for a great time. One Love Cafe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. Public - [swingtheoryjazz][events]
Sunday 22 September 2024
Sun 22 Sep, 10-11 am. Dates: August 18, 25, September 8, 15, 22 (no class on September 1)
Fee: $20 per class, or $80 for all five classes
Please join Sarit for Nia classes at the beautiful Karuna Cottage studio. This is a perfect opportunity for both beginners and experienced Nia enthusiasts to get into the groove during the late summer months.
Nia is a low-impact movement technique inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. It is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience, creating a playful and powerful experience that boosts pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Sarit Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor who has been sharing her passion for Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011.
Beginners and people of all fitness levels are welcome.
Space is limited. Please contact Sarit to register and for any questions. Karuna Cottage, 3215 NW 17 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][events]
Sun 22 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. Are you ready to release, express, and transcend with us?
$20/presale
$25/door
Free for Flow Space members
Join us every 4th Sunday of the month for Elemental Ecstatic Dance.
Surrender to the pulse of the music, let your body flow without inhibition, and connect with like-minded souls in a judgment-free space.
This is a journey inspired by the 5-rhythms, but with an elemental twist. Flow Space Yoga and Arts, 117 NW 16 Avenue, Gainesville. Aurora Healing Arts - [flowspacegnv][facebook][events]
Saturday 28 September 2024
Sat 28 Sep, 10-11 am. This series of guided meditations, led by instructors from the UF Mindfulness team, is inspired by art in the Harn collections and held at the museum. Take a break from your regular schedule to slow down, experience stillness, and re-charge. Forty minutes of guided meditation is followed by an art spotlight tour.
Facilitator: Sarit Sela
Nia is a low-impact movement technique inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. Body-centered and sensory-based, Nia is personable and easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Participants are invited for movement to music after tuning their bodies and senses, whether sitting or standing. We note that participants should wear comfortable clothes and shoes (or are even invited to participate without them) and bring a bottle of water.
This session is free, but registration is required to save your spot. Link to register: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4I0UteaqzzR4EtM. Karuna Cottage, 3215 NW 17 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][events]
Sat 28 Sep, 2-9 pm. 2:00 - 2:45 Arrival and enjoying the property
3:00 - 5:00 Dances of Universal Peace
6:00 - 7:00 Vegetarian Potluck
7:00 - 8:30 Deeper Dancing and Zikr
8:30 - 9:00 Desserts and Conversation
Join us for 4th Saturday monthly Dances of Universal Peace with DiAnahita & Friends. Dancing Peacock Paradise is in the country southeast of Gainesville, Florida, by a heart-shaped lake.
Address and directions will be sent when you RSVP with your email.
Open for Event from 2 to 9 pm.
Dancing begins at 3. Please arrive by 2:30 to check in and begin together. Vegetarian Potluck Dinner at 6. Zikr at 7.
Donation $15 – $35 sliding scale, plus potluck dish or $10.
$40 to spend the night.
Please Reserve in Advance. Peacock Paradise, Gainesville. Diana Kanoy, FLRetreats@gmail.com. Dances of Universal Peace - Gainesville - [peacockparadise][dancesofuniversalpeace][alligatorbook][events]
Sunday 29 September 2024
Sun 29 Sep, 2-7 pm. Guest teacher: Avik Basu from Ann Arbor/NYC
2 - 3 pm Class for all levels
3 - 7 pm Practilonga
DJ Alper Ungor from Gainesville
$20 class and practilonga, $10 students with ID
$15 practilonga
Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of Argentine Tango. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, this event is perfect for anyone looking to improve their tango skills or to explore connection to oneself and others. The afternoon will kick off with a tango lesson to get you moving and inspired, followed by a Practilonga where you can practice your new moves, dance the afternoon away, and mingle with new and old friends. Do not miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and passion of Argentine Tango at the coolest spot in town.
Bartenders: Third Space with or without alcohol
For reservations purchase a ticket below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/argentine-tango-lesson-and-practilonga-tickets-984024713407. How Bazar, 60 SW 2 Street, Gainesville. $20. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [facebook][events]