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Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Belly Dance Love with Najmah

UF Argentine Tango Class with Alper

Beginning Ballroom Dancing in Williston

Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance

English Country Dancing

Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Baila Caliente Beginner Bachata Dance Lessons in Ocala

Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Argentine Tango, Lindy Swing, Waltz with Andy

Gator Salsa Club at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

Grand Squares Modern Square Dance Beginner Lessons

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance

International Folk Dancing in Gainesville

West Coast Swing Class in Ocala

Argentine Tango with Andrea

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

Baila Caliente Beginner Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala

Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Argentine Tango, Lindy Swing, and Waltz with Andy

Line Dancing Class with Lisa

Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance

Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

Gator Salsa Club Downtown

Grand Squares Modern Square Dance Beginner Lessons in High Springs

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing

Ecstatic Dance with Angela and Matthew

Other

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Gainesville

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala

Jacqueline Valdez Boutique Dance and Fitness

Pole Dancing

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Contra Dance Weekend with Audacious

West Coast Swing Happy New Year Dance in Ocala

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Contra Dance Weekend with Audacious

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Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3

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Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 1 of 4

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Floorplay: A Grounded Series

Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 1 of 4

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Ballroom Dance Winter White Party with Ray and Eileen

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Zumba Dance Party and Bottomless Mimosas with Kangoo Fit

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Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 2 of 3

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 1 of 4

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Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy

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Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 2 of 4

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Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy

Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala

Swinging Masquerade Ball

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 2 of 4

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Contra Dance with the GODS at UCG with Stepping Stones and John Rogers

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

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Contra Dance with Jonathan King and Jenny and the Stray Dogs

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Lead and Follow Workshop and Book Signing on the ABCDs of How To Dance with a Partner with Andy

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Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 3 of 3

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 2 of 4

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Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy

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Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 3 of 4

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Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 3 of 4

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Art and Mindfulness Nia and SloMo Mindful Movement with Sarit

Ballroom Dance Chinese New Year Party with Ray and Eileen

Baila Caliente Welcome the New Year Party in Ocala

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International Folk Dancing Behind the Hippodrome in Gainesville

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Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 3 of 4

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Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy

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Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 4 of 4

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Ric Rose Alumni Award and Workshop with Juliana Azoubel

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 4 of 4

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Ric Rose Alumni Award and Workshop with Juliana Azoubel

Contra Dance Weekend with Stomp Rocket

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit Sundays Gainesville Nia Holistic
Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd Sundays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Belly Dance Love with Najmah Sundays Gainesville Najmah Nour
UF Argentine Tango Class with Alper Sundays Gainesville UF Argentine
Beginning Ballroom Dancing in Williston Mondays Williston Public
Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance Mondays Gainesville Public
English Country Dancing Mondays Gainesville ECD
Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy Mondays Gainesville IDanceAW
Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial Mondays Gainesville Mundial
Baila Caliente Beginner Bachata Dance Lessons in Ocala Mondays Ocala Baila Calien
Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd Tuesdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Argentine Tango, Lindy Swing, Waltz with Andy Tuesdays Gainesville SwingDance
Gator Salsa Club at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Tuesdays Gainesville GSC
Grand Squares Modern Square Dance Beginner Lessons Tuesdays Gainesville Grand Square
Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd Tuesdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala Tuesdays Ocala Baila Calien
Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial Tuesdays Gainesville Mundial
Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit Wednesdays Gainesville Nia Holistic
Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance Wednesdays Gainesville Public
International Folk Dancing in Gainesville Wednesdays Gainesville GIFD
West Coast Swing Class in Ocala Wednesdays Ocala Ocala Dance
Argentine Tango with Andrea Wednesdays Gainesville Tango Papiru
Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial Wednesdays Gainesville Mundial
Baila Caliente Beginner Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala Wednesdays Ocala Baila Calien
Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala Thursdays Ocala Public
Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd Thursdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Argentine Tango, Lindy Swing, and Waltz with Andy Thursdays Gainesville SwingDance
Line Dancing Class with Lisa Thursdays Gainesville ParrisDanc
Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance Thursdays Gainesville Public
Belly Dance with Karen Muratti Thursdays Gainesville GCC
Gator Salsa Club Downtown Thursdays Gainesville GSC
Grand Squares Modern Square Dance Beginner Lessons in High Springs Thursdays Gainesville Grand Square
Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala Thursdays Ocala Baila Calien
Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing Thursdays Gainesville GSD
Ecstatic Dance with Angela and Matthew Fridays Gainesville Public
All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Gainesville Other Gainesville AM
All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala Other Ocala AM
Jacqueline Valdez Boutique Dance and Fitness Other Gainesville JValdez
Pole Dancing Other Gainesville Public
Contra Dance Weekend with Audacious Fri 1/03/25 Melrose GODS
West Coast Swing Happy New Year Dance in Ocala Fri 1/03/25 Ocala Ocala Dance
Contra Dance Weekend with Audacious Sat 1/04/25 Melrose GODS
Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3 Mon 1/06/25 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 1 of 4 Wed 1/08/25 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Floorplay: A Grounded Series Thu 1/09/25 Gainesville Public
Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy Thu 1/09/25 Gainesville SwingDance
Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 1 of 4 Thu 1/09/25 Gainesville Public
Ballroom Dance Winter White Party with Ray and Eileen Sat 1/11/25 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Zumba Dance Party and Bottomless Mimosas with Kangoo Fit Sun 1/12/25 Gainesville Public
Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 2 of 3 Mon 1/13/25 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 1 of 4 Mon 1/13/25 Gainesville Public
Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy Tue 1/14/25 Gainesville SwingDance
Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 2 of 4 Wed 1/15/25 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy Thu 1/16/25 Gainesville SwingDance
Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala Thu 1/16/25 Ocala USA Dance Oc
Swinging Masquerade Ball Thu 1/16/25 Gainesville GSD
Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 2 of 4 Thu 1/16/25 Gainesville Public
Contra Dance with the GODS at UCG with Stepping Stones and John Rogers Fri 1/17/25 Gainesville GODS
West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala Fri 1/17/25 Ocala Ocala Dance
Contra Dance with Jonathan King and Jenny and the Stray Dogs Sat 1/18/25 Melrose GODS
Lead and Follow Workshop and Book Signing on the ABCDs of How To Dance with a Partner with Andy Sun 1/19/25 Gainesville SwingDance
Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 3 of 3 Mon 1/20/25 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 2 of 4 Mon 1/20/25 Gainesville Public
Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy Tue 1/21/25 Gainesville SwingDance
Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 3 of 4 Wed 1/22/25 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy Thu 1/23/25 Gainesville SwingDance
Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 3 of 4 Thu 1/23/25 Gainesville Public
Art and Mindfulness Nia and SloMo Mindful Movement with Sarit Sat 1/25/25 Gainesville Nia Holistic
Ballroom Dance Chinese New Year Party with Ray and Eileen Sat 1/25/25 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Baila Caliente Welcome the New Year Party in Ocala Sat 1/25/25 Ocala Baila Calien
International Folk Dancing Behind the Hippodrome in Gainesville Sun 1/26/25 Gainesville GIFD
Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 3 of 4 Mon 1/27/25 Gainesville Public
Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy Tue 1/28/25 Gainesville SwingDance
Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 4 of 4 Wed 1/29/25 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Ric Rose Alumni Award and Workshop with Juliana Azoubel Thu 1/30/25 Gainesville Public
Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 4 of 4 Thu 1/30/25 Gainesville Public
Ric Rose Alumni Award and Workshop with Juliana Azoubel Fri 1/31/25 Gainesville Public
Contra Dance Weekend with Stomp Rocket Fri 1/31/25 Melrose GODS

Ongoing


Sundays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

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]

Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Sundays, 4-7 pm. Dance with a purpose. Donations are welcome. $blssdfuture. Bartley Temple, 1936 NE 8 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Belly Dance Love with Najmah

Ongoing Sundays, 6-7:30 pm. Engaging, challenging, empowering. $20 drop in. $72 for 4 classes. Salsa Mundial Studio, 3501 SW 2 Avenue, Suite G, Gainesville. najmahdance@gmail.com. Najmah Nour Bellydance - [events]

UF Argentine Tango Class with Alper

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

Beginning Ballroom Dancing in Williston

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]

Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance

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]

English Country Dancing

Ongoing Mondays, 6:30-8:30 pm. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Masks are optional; but smiles are not. Let your eyes smile if you are wearing a mask. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt, 352-246-4659, flamerritt@hotmail.com. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [events]

Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy

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]

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

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

Baila Caliente Beginner Bachata Dance Lessons in Ocala

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

Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Tuesdays, 5-7:30 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dance with a purpose. Donations are welcome. $blssdfuture. Oaks Mall, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Argentine Tango, Lindy Swing, Waltz with Andy

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]

Gator Salsa Club at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

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]

Grand Squares Modern Square Dance Beginner Lessons

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]

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-9 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dance with a purpose. Donations are welcome. $blssdfuture. Bartley Temple, 1936 NE 8 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

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]

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

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


Wednesdays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Ongoing Wednesdays, 12-1 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]

Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance

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]

International Folk Dancing in Gainesville

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-9 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Julieta, 352-281-0428, Jbramb@gmail.com. Free. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][events]

West Coast Swing Class in Ocala

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-9 pm. $10 - Beginner Class 7 - 8 pm $10 - Beyond the Basics Class 8 - 9 pm Every Wednesday Two Classes. No partner needed. At 7 pm learn a New Dance or drill your Basics to continue building that muscle memory. Then at 8 pm learn fundamentals to bridge the basic concepts in our Beyond the Basics lesson. Casual Attire, and for ladies, low or flat heels (but not flip flops) are best for this dance. Join our every Wednesday West Coast Swing group classes. Cost for each lesson is $10 Instructor : Carol Smith Private Lessons Available contact Carol Smith to schedule yours. See you on the Dance Floor. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]

Argentine Tango with Andrea

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

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

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

Baila Caliente Beginner Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

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

Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala

Ongoing Thursdays, 1-5 pm. 1 pm Intermediate to Advanced $6 3 pm Improver $3 4 pm Beginner $3 Line dancing with instructor Weber Wen. Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW State Road 200, Ocala, 34476. Weber Wen, yfwen@yahoo.com. Public - [events]

Beginner Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Thursdays, 5-7:30 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dance with a purpose. Donations are welcome. $blssdfuture. Oaks Mall, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Argentine Tango, Lindy Swing, and Waltz with Andy

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]

Line Dancing Class with Lisa

Ongoing Thursdays, 6-7 pm. Join us for line dancing. Meet people and have fun all while dancing. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. $12. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]

Salsa and Latin Dancing with AscenDance

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]

Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

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]

Gator Salsa Club Downtown

Ongoing Thursdays, 6:30-10:30 pm. 6:30 pm - On-1 Salsa 7:45 pm - Bachata 8:45 pm Social Dancing. The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club, info@gatorsalsa.club. Gator Salsa Club - [gatorsalsa][facebook][events]

Grand Squares Modern Square Dance Beginner Lessons in High Springs

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]

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

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]

Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing

Ongoing Thursdays, 7:30-10:30 pm. Gainesville Swing Dancing every Thursday evening from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can find us at the Rosa B Williams Center. We kick off the night with a one-hour beginner lesson, followed by two hours of social dancing in a beautiful, air-conditioned hardwood dance hall. We cannot wait to hit the dance floor with all of you. No partner or experience needed. Parking: Free street parking is available in front of or beside the building, as well as in the nearby Friends of the Library lot. Admission: Free, donations encouraged via cash or Venmo. Connect with Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gainesvillelindyscoop/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gainesville.swingdancing/ GroupMe: https://groupme.com/join_group/94661829/xshrLqwd Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/gainesville_swingdancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525, SwingDancing.Gainesville@gmail.com. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [events]


Fridays

Ecstatic Dance with Angela and Matthew

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

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Gainesville

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]

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala

Ongoing Other. Not only do you get to learn new dance moves at our social dances, but you can meet new people from the Ocala area and make new friends with an obvious shared interest. As you learn, you will be able to take these dances to family gatherings, clubs, and anywhere else you hear music. The instructors at Arthur Murray Dance Centers Ocala include: Bachata, Salsa, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Swing, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Merengue, and Zouk. 304 SW Broadway Street, Ocala, 34471. 352-231-8485. Arthur Murray Dance Center Ocala - [arthurmurrayocala][events]

Jacqueline Valdez Boutique Dance and Fitness

Ongoing Other. Join Jacqueline Valdez, celebrity dancer, model, author, fitness expert, for Pilates, Adult Ballet, Yoga flow, Pole dancing, and more. Jajqueline Valdez Studio, 4003 NW 18 Place, Gainesville, 32605. Jacqueline Valdez, 352-256-2054, jacquelinevaldezstudio@gmail.com. Jacqueline Valdez - [jacquelinevaldez][events]

Pole Dancing

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]


2025


January 2025


Friday 3 January 2025

Contra Dance Weekend with Audacious

Fri 3 Jan to Sat 4 Jan 2025, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm Saturday Noon-3 pm Saturday 6-9pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. events@dancingfish.dance. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][events]

West Coast Swing Happy New Year Dance in Ocala

Fri 3 Jan 2025, 7:30-10:30 pm. It is that time again. First Friday of the month always join us for lots of music and dancing. As always, it is a West Coast Swing dance, but there will be a sprinkle of other dances. We can play a few requests as well. Doors open at 7:30. A few snacks will be provided. So C'mon down and Let's Dance Conveniently located 5 minutes off of I-75 and just down the road from Paddock Mall. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. $10. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]


Saturday 4 January 2025

Contra Dance Weekend with Audacious

Sat 4 Jan 2025, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm Saturday Noon-3 pm Saturday 6-9pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. events@dancingfish.dance. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][events]


Monday 6 January 2025

Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 1 of 3

Mon 6 Jan 2025, 7-7:50 pm. The classic Fox Trot is a must to know. Learn fun patterns, lead/follow, and rhythm/timing for each dance in a stress-free environment. Singles and couples are welcome. We start with the basics in week 1 for each series, so no experienced needed. 3 week series is $39/pp or $75/couple. Register by email, pay at first class, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]


Wednesday 8 January 2025

Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 1 of 4

Wed 8 Jan 2025, 7-8 pm. $20 per class No dance experience required. Dance is one of the oldest forms of human creative expression. Movement communicates in a way that transcends vocabulary and connects the mind, body, and spirit in physical and emotional release. Dance has a holistically healing power to unite us with the rhythms of the universe through celebration of the cycles of nature. Dance has its roots in ancient ritual and worship of the sacred. By exploring the transformational and empowering dynamics of sacred dance movements, we can connect with and embody the divine spirit within all things. In this class we will explore our connection to the energies of the universe through ancient dance techniques. We will focus our intention on channeling these energies through our movements, expressing our divine creativity. We will celebrate our vital life force and energize our mind, body and spirit. All ages, genders, body types, and abilities ar ... 903 NW 6 Street, Gainesville, 32601-4252. Astarte Tzighan, 352-231-7835. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][facebook][events]


Thursday 9 January 2025

Floorplay: A Grounded Series

Thu 9 Jan 2025, 5:45 pm. I am on the floor. Now what? The FloorPlay series is all about exploring the art of floor work and making it your own. In this series, we will break down foundational floor moves like rollovers, candlesticks, and smooth transitions, giving you the tools to play, experiment, and infuse your unique style into each move. Instead of focusing on choreography, you will have the freedom to discover how these movements flow naturally in your body. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate their freestyles and build confidence on the floor. Level: This series is for all levels but not for the absolutely beginner. Modifications will be provided for upper and lower level students. It is recommended that you have taken at least a couple of Level 1 classes prior to signing up for this class. What to bring: 1. No lotion or jewelry. 2. Kneepads. 3. Layers are recommended - pack a pair of shorts, leggings, and a top that covers your shoulders ... 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [more][happykisspoledance][facebook][events]

Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy

Thu 9 Jan 2025, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Advanced West Coast Swing 8:00 pm Beginner Foxtrot $10 per night If you know the basics of West Coast Swing, you will be able to keep up in the Advanced West Coast Swing class. 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]

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 1 of 4

Thu 9 Jan 2025, 8:15 pm. This series meets 4 times. Make sure you can attend all the series dates for this series before signing up. 8:15 PM on Mon, January 9, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 16, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 23, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 30, 2025 Welcome to Happy Kiss Never taken a pole class before and want to be welcomed into our haven? Immersion is for you. You will not only learn pole dancing basics, you also will be welcomed into our community and have a chance to take a break, take up space and play. What to wear: Shorts or leggings, a breathable top, socks or bare feet. Make sure not to wear any lotion and no jewelry. Bring a water bottle and an open mind. Intro Session Policies: NO REFUNDS or make-up classes. Classes are non-transferable. If you need to re-schedule your session, contact us 72 hours prior to the start of the session. Any requests to re-schedule after that window will be subject to a $20 reschedule ... 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [more][happykisspoledance][facebook][events]


Saturday 11 January 2025

Ballroom Dance Winter White Party with Ray and Eileen

Sat 11 Jan 2025, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Chance to dress up and dance to holiday music. 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 12 January 2025

Zumba Dance Party and Bottomless Mimosas with Kangoo Fit

Sun 12 Jan 2025, 10 am-2 pm. 10 - 11 am Zumba Class Bottomless mimosas are $20. Come out to Depot Village for Zumba and bottomless mimosas Feel free to join in on the fun or just watch and enjoy bottomless mimosas. Brunch begins after the Zumba class. Apologies to anyone excited about the Kangaroo Class, we will have Kangaroo classes in the future, but something came up for this class. we're excited to see people out for Zumba and/or Brunch this Sunday Depot Village, 404 SE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. 352-757-2932, info@gainesvillemovement.com. Public - [facebook][events]


Monday 13 January 2025

Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 2 of 3

Mon 13 Jan 2025, 7-7:50 pm. The classic Fox Trot is a must to know. Learn fun patterns, lead/follow, and rhythm/timing for each dance in a stress-free environment. Singles and couples are welcome. We start with the basics in week 1 for each series, so no experienced needed. 3 week series is $39/pp or $75/couple. Register by email, pay at first class, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 1 of 4

Mon 13 Jan 2025, 8:15 pm. This series meets 4 times. Make sure you can attend all the series dates for this series before signing up. 8:15 PM on Mon, January 13, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 20, 2025 9:15 PM on Mon, January 27, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, February 03, 2025 Welcome to Happy Kiss Never taken a pole class before and want to be welcomed into our haven? Immersion is for you. You will not only learn pole dancing basics, you also will be welcomed into our community and have a chance to take a break, take up space and play. What to wear: Shorts or leggings, a breathable top, socks or bare feet. Make sure not to wear any lotion and no jewelry. Bring a water bottle and an open mind. Intro Session Policies: NO REFUNDS or make-up classes. Classes are non-transferable. If you need to re-schedule your session, contact us 72 hours prior to the start of the session. Any requests to re-schedule after that window will be subject to a $20 reschedu ... 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [more][happykisspoledance][facebook][events]


Tuesday 14 January 2025

Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy

Tue 14 Jan 2025, 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]


Wednesday 15 January 2025

Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 2 of 4

Wed 15 Jan 2025, 7-8 pm. $20 per class No dance experience required. Dance is one of the oldest forms of human creative expression. Movement communicates in a way that transcends vocabulary and connects the mind, body, and spirit in physical and emotional release. Dance has a holistically healing power to unite us with the rhythms of the universe through celebration of the cycles of nature. Dance has its roots in ancient ritual and worship of the sacred. By exploring the transformational and empowering dynamics of sacred dance movements, we can connect with and embody the divine spirit within all things. In this class we will explore our connection to the energies of the universe through ancient dance techniques. We will focus our intention on channeling these energies through our movements, expressing our divine creativity. We will celebrate our vital life force and energize our mind, body and spirit. All ages, genders, body types, and abilities ar ... 903 NW 6 Street, Gainesville, 32601-4252. Astarte Tzighan, 352-231-7835. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][facebook][events]


Thursday 16 January 2025

Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy

Thu 16 Jan 2025, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Advanced West Coast Swing 8:00 pm Beginner Foxtrot $10 per night If you know the basics of West Coast Swing, you will be able to keep up in the Advanced West Coast Swing class. 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]

Ballroom Dance with USA Dance Ocala

Thu 16 Jan 2025, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Lesson with Spiro Marko 7:30 Dancing with DJs Gail and Alan We will be serving finger foods and sweets. 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]

Swinging Masquerade Ball

Thu 16 Jan 2025, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 - 8:30 pm Beginner and Intermediate Lessons Get ready to step into a night of elegance and mystery at the GSD Masquerade Ball. Dress to impress in your finest attire and don your favorite mask as we transform the Rose B. Williams Center into a dazzling celebration of purple and gold. 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 - [gainesvilleswingdancing][facebook][events]

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 2 of 4

Thu 16 Jan 2025, 8:15 pm. This series meets 4 times. Make sure you can attend all the series dates for this series before signing up. 8:15 PM on Mon, January 9, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 16, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 23, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 30, 2025 Welcome to Happy Kiss Never taken a pole class before and want to be welcomed into our haven? Immersion is for you. You will not only learn pole dancing basics, you also will be welcomed into our community and have a chance to take a break, take up space and play. What to wear: Shorts or leggings, a breathable top, socks or bare feet. Make sure not to wear any lotion and no jewelry. Bring a water bottle and an open mind. Intro Session Policies: NO REFUNDS or make-up classes. Classes are non-transferable. If you need to re-schedule your session, contact us 72 hours prior to the start of the session. Any requests to re-schedule after that window will be subject to a $20 reschedule ... 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [more][happykisspoledance][facebook][events]


Friday 17 January 2025

Contra Dance with the GODS at UCG with Stepping Stones and John Rogers

Fri 17 Jan 2025, 7-9:45 pm. 6:00 pm — Setup 7:00 pm – Introductory Workshop and Contra Dance 9:45 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. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville. gods@godsdance.org. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][facebook][events]

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Fri 17 Jan 2025, 7:30-10:30 pm. Only $10. Doors open 7:30 pm. A West Coast Swing Dance with a sprinkle of other dance styles. Requests are always welcome. Let us Have Fun. Dance Dance Dance. Snacks provided. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala, 34471. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [facebook][events]


Saturday 18 January 2025

Contra Dance with Jonathan King and Jenny and the Stray Dogs

Sat 18 Jan 2025, 6-9 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. events@dancingfish.dance. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][events]


Sunday 19 January 2025

Lead and Follow Workshop and Book Signing on the ABCDs of How To Dance with a Partner with Andy

Sun 19 Jan 2025, 1-5 pm. 12:30 pm Doors open 1:00 to 5:00 pm Lead and Follow Workshop This will be an easy, fun workshop. The last hour will be a party. You can bring kosher snacks (no meat) if you like, not required. Every attendee gets a beautifully laminated card with the rules. Everyone gets 50% off the price of the print book, which includes the ebook, and audiobook. $25 Zelle to publish@bronz.com $27 Paypal to publish@bronz.com Contact us for other payment methods. Session 1: 50 minutes, 10 minute break The language for dancing with a partner. Session 2: 50 minutes, 10 minute break Everyone is telling me something different. How do I know what to do? Session 3: 50 minutes, 10 minute break Balance is the most important skill in dancing. Make your leading and following part of your dancing. Session 4: Book Signing, Party, Snacks Book signing, questions and answers. Party, dance mix, putting what you learned into use. Con ... 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 - [more][partnerdancing][events]


Monday 20 January 2025

Ballroom Dance Foxtrot Series with Ray and Eileen 3 of 3

Mon 20 Jan 2025, 7-7:50 pm. The classic Fox Trot is a must to know. Learn fun patterns, lead/follow, and rhythm/timing for each dance in a stress-free environment. Singles and couples are welcome. We start with the basics in week 1 for each series, so no experienced needed. 3 week series is $39/pp or $75/couple. Register by email, pay at first class, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742, parris@parrisdance.com. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrissdance][events]

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 2 of 4

Mon 20 Jan 2025, 8:15 pm. This series meets 4 times. Make sure you can attend all the series dates for this series before signing up. 8:15 PM on Mon, January 13, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 20, 2025 9:15 PM on Mon, January 27, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, February 03, 2025 Welcome to Happy Kiss Never taken a pole class before and want to be welcomed into our haven? Immersion is for you. You will not only learn pole dancing basics, you also will be welcomed into our community and have a chance to take a break, take up space and play. What to wear: Shorts or leggings, a breathable top, socks or bare feet. Make sure not to wear any lotion and no jewelry. Bring a water bottle and an open mind. Intro Session Policies: NO REFUNDS or make-up classes. Classes are non-transferable. If you need to re-schedule your session, contact us 72 hours prior to the start of the session. Any requests to re-schedule after that window will be subject to a $20 reschedu ... 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [more][happykisspoledance][facebook][events]


Tuesday 21 January 2025

Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy

Tue 21 Jan 2025, 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]


Wednesday 22 January 2025

Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 3 of 4

Wed 22 Jan 2025, 7-8 pm. $20 per class No dance experience required. Dance is one of the oldest forms of human creative expression. Movement communicates in a way that transcends vocabulary and connects the mind, body, and spirit in physical and emotional release. Dance has a holistically healing power to unite us with the rhythms of the universe through celebration of the cycles of nature. Dance has its roots in ancient ritual and worship of the sacred. By exploring the transformational and empowering dynamics of sacred dance movements, we can connect with and embody the divine spirit within all things. In this class we will explore our connection to the energies of the universe through ancient dance techniques. We will focus our intention on channeling these energies through our movements, expressing our divine creativity. We will celebrate our vital life force and energize our mind, body and spirit. All ages, genders, body types, and abilities ar ... 903 NW 6 Street, Gainesville, 32601-4252. Astarte Tzighan, 352-231-7835. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][facebook][events]


Thursday 23 January 2025

Argentine Tango, Advanced West Coast Swing, and Foxtrot with Andy

Thu 23 Jan 2025, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Advanced West Coast Swing 8:00 pm Beginner Foxtrot $10 per night If you know the basics of West Coast Swing, you will be able to keep up in the Advanced West Coast Swing class. 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]

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 3 of 4

Thu 23 Jan 2025, 8:15 pm. This series meets 4 times. Make sure you can attend all the series dates for this series before signing up. 8:15 PM on Mon, January 9, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 16, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 23, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 30, 2025 Welcome to Happy Kiss Never taken a pole class before and want to be welcomed into our haven? Immersion is for you. You will not only learn pole dancing basics, you also will be welcomed into our community and have a chance to take a break, take up space and play. What to wear: Shorts or leggings, a breathable top, socks or bare feet. Make sure not to wear any lotion and no jewelry. Bring a water bottle and an open mind. Intro Session Policies: NO REFUNDS or make-up classes. Classes are non-transferable. If you need to re-schedule your session, contact us 72 hours prior to the start of the session. Any requests to re-schedule after that window will be subject to a $20 reschedule ... 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [more][happykisspoledance][facebook][events]


Saturday 25 January 2025

Art and Mindfulness Nia and SloMo Mindful Movement with Sarit

Sat 25 Jan 2025, 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 joyful blend of dance, martial arts, and intuitive movement to music after tuning their bodies and senses. SloMo is a slower, guided movement flow and meditation designed to promote balance and inner peace. Beginners welcome. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and shoes (or are even invited to participate without shoes). This session is free, but registration is required to save your spot. Link to register: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0Uu3DSMkAEa1pD8 Image: Yasuko Sakurai, "Croissant," 2006, Museum purchase, funds provided by donors in memory of Dr. David A. Cofrin. Harn Museum of Art, 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, 32611-2062. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956, niagainesville@gmail.com. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][events]

Ballroom Dance Chinese New Year Party with Ray and Eileen

Sat 25 Jan 2025, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Celebrating the year of the Snake. 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]

Baila Caliente Welcome the New Year Party in Ocala

Sat 25 Jan 2025, 8:30 pm-1:30 am. Confirm the location: Too Your Health Spa 1 - East Ocala, 3643 NE 8 Avenue, Ocala, FL, or Too Your Health Spa ll, 2841 SW 20th St., Ocala, FL 34471 8:30 pm Bachata Workshop Instructor Bob 9:30 pm Social Cost: $10 for both workshop and social $10 for workshop only $10 for social only You can pay with cash, CashApp or Venmo @bailacaliente1 Theme: Gold, Bring your shine, your sparkle, and your best moves. Ocala, welcome the New Year with a Sparkle at Baila Caliente. Get ready to dance and ring in 2025 in style! Join us for the Welcome New Year 2025 Dance Party at Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Studio C. We will kick off the night with a bachata workshop, with Social dancing to follow immediately. Come out and show us that fancy turn-patterns you have been practicing. You will be in for a fun night. DJ Bob Ocho, will be playing your favorite salsa, bachata, merengue, and cha cha cha all night. The music will play nonstop u ... Ocala. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244, bailacaliente1@gmail.com. Baila Caliente - [more][facebook][events]


Sunday 26 January 2025

International Folk Dancing Behind the Hippodrome in Gainesville

Sun 26 Jan 2025, 4:30-5 pm. Come out for international folk dancing behind the Hippodrome. Join us for a fun gathering of dancing outdoors behind the hippodrome downtown! Followed by dinner at The Top. Behind the Hippodrome, 25 SE 2 Place, Gainesville, 32601-6567. Julieta, 352-281-0428, Jbramb@gmail.com. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][facebook][events]


Monday 27 January 2025

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 3 of 4

Mon 27 Jan 2025, 9:15 pm. This series meets 4 times. Make sure you can attend all the series dates for this series before signing up. 8:15 PM on Mon, January 13, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 20, 2025 9:15 PM on Mon, January 27, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, February 03, 2025 Welcome to Happy Kiss Never taken a pole class before and want to be welcomed into our haven? Immersion is for you. You will not only learn pole dancing basics, you also will be welcomed into our community and have a chance to take a break, take up space and play. What to wear: Shorts or leggings, a breathable top, socks or bare feet. Make sure not to wear any lotion and no jewelry. Bring a water bottle and an open mind. Intro Session Policies: NO REFUNDS or make-up classes. Classes are non-transferable. If you need to re-schedule your session, contact us 72 hours prior to the start of the session. Any requests to re-schedule after that window will be subject to a $20 reschedu ... 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [more][happykisspoledance][facebook][events]


Tuesday 28 January 2025

Argentine Tango, West Coast Swing, Waltz with Andy

Tue 28 Jan 2025, 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]


Wednesday 29 January 2025

Sacred Dance Series with Astarte Tzighan 4 of 4

Wed 29 Jan 2025, 7-8 pm. $20 per class No dance experience required. Dance is one of the oldest forms of human creative expression. Movement communicates in a way that transcends vocabulary and connects the mind, body, and spirit in physical and emotional release. Dance has a holistically healing power to unite us with the rhythms of the universe through celebration of the cycles of nature. Dance has its roots in ancient ritual and worship of the sacred. By exploring the transformational and empowering dynamics of sacred dance movements, we can connect with and embody the divine spirit within all things. In this class we will explore our connection to the energies of the universe through ancient dance techniques. We will focus our intention on channeling these energies through our movements, expressing our divine creativity. We will celebrate our vital life force and energize our mind, body and spirit. All ages, genders, body types, and abilities ar ... 903 NW 6 Street, Gainesville, 32601-4252. Astarte Tzighan, 352-231-7835. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][facebook][events]


Thursday 30 January 2025

Ric Rose Alumni Award and Workshop with Juliana Azoubel

Thu 30 Jan to Fri 31 Jan 2025, 6-8 pm. January 30 Thursday - No RSVP required 8:45 am - 10:15 am Studio G-10 10:40 am - 12:35 pm Studio G-6 Lecture class and demonstration with awardee Juliana Azoubel January 31 Friday 10:40 am - 12:35 pm Studio G6 Masterclass with awardee Juliana Azoubel. Auditors welcome. January 31 Friday RSVP 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Studio G6 Join us for an evening to connect with UF Dance faculty and alumni, enjoy refreshments, and commemorate the memory of Ric Rose. Please feel free to pass this invitation to others in your community who would be interested in attending. From Juliana Azoubel Dear People in my life, With a heart full of Algeria, I invite you to the award ceremony that I will receive from the University of Florida. Along with the prize, I will do various workshops and lectures, all open to the public. So, if you are in Gainesville, and I would love to have you there. This award has a very special meaning to me. For ... Nadine McGuire Pavilion, G6 Dance Studio, University of Florida Campus, Gainesville. Kevin Crum, kevincrum@ufl.edu. Public - [more][facebook][events]

Pole Dance Immersion Intro Series 4 of 4

Thu 30 Jan 2025, 8:15 pm. This series meets 4 times. Make sure you can attend all the series dates for this series before signing up. 8:15 PM on Mon, January 9, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 16, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 23, 2025 8:15 PM on Mon, January 30, 2025 Welcome to Happy Kiss Never taken a pole class before and want to be welcomed into our haven? Immersion is for you. You will not only learn pole dancing basics, you also will be welcomed into our community and have a chance to take a break, take up space and play. What to wear: Shorts or leggings, a breathable top, socks or bare feet. Make sure not to wear any lotion and no jewelry. Bring a water bottle and an open mind. Intro Session Policies: NO REFUNDS or make-up classes. Classes are non-transferable. If you need to re-schedule your session, contact us 72 hours prior to the start of the session. Any requests to re-schedule after that window will be subject to a $20 reschedule ... 501 NW 23 Ave, Suite B, Gainesville, 32609. Happy Kiss Pole Dance, 352-448-1128, Info@happykisspoledance.com. Public - [more][happykisspoledance][facebook][events]


Friday 31 January 2025

Ric Rose Alumni Award and Workshop with Juliana Azoubel

Fri 31 Jan 2025, 6-8 pm. January 30 Thursday - No RSVP required 8:45 am - 10:15 am Studio G-10 10:40 am - 12:35 pm Studio G-6 Lecture class and demonstration with awardee Juliana Azoubel January 31 Friday 10:40 am - 12:35 pm Studio G6 Masterclass with awardee Juliana Azoubel. Auditors welcome. January 31 Friday RSVP 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Studio G6 Join us for an evening to connect with UF Dance faculty and alumni, enjoy refreshments, and commemorate the memory of Ric Rose. Please feel free to pass this invitation to others in your community who would be interested in attending. From Juliana Azoubel Dear People in my life, With a heart full of Algeria, I invite you to the award ceremony that I will receive from the University of Florida. Along with the prize, I will do various workshops and lectures, all open to the public. So, if you are in Gainesville, and I would love to have you there. This award has a very special meaning to me. For ... Nadine McGuire Pavilion, G6 Dance Studio, University of Florida Campus, Gainesville. Kevin Crum, kevincrum@ufl.edu. Public - [more][facebook][events]

Contra Dance Weekend with Stomp Rocket

Fri 31 Jan to Sat 1 Feb 2025, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm Saturday Noon-3 pm Saturday 6-9pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. events@dancingfish.dance. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [dancingfish][events]

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