2016
April 2016
Friday 1 April 2016
Fri 1 Apr, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 1 Apr, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 1 Apr, 7:30-10 pm. Instruction provided. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. All ages. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Jack Seltzer, 352-359-2903. $3. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 1 Apr, 7:30-9:30 pm. Or are you somewhere in between? Does it really make a difference? Are these terms interchangeable? Or does each have different implications? How can the simplest shift in word order say volumes about our loyalties, priorities, and sense of identity? Are our answers the same as our parents or grand-parents? How will our children answer these questions? TCC members and guests will be invited to share their views on these questions and others that help define ourselves. St. Johns, 81 Christopher St., New York, NY, 10014, New York, 10014. Amy Stein, (212) 213-1002. Free. The City Congregation - [website][email][events]
Fri 1 Apr, 8 pm-12 am. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Free. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Saturday 2 April 2016
Sat 2 Apr, 7:30-11:30 pm. 7:30 Doors open. 7:45 - 8:45 pm WCS Lesson with professional dancers JC Bryant and Danielle Blouin Oates. 8:45 – 11:30 pm Social Dancing with DJ Josh Angel. Please join us for our first Saturday of the Month dance. DJ Josh will be playing all the best Blues and Contemporary WCS tunes, with a little 2 Step, ECS, Waltz, and Night Club 2 mixed in. Lite refreshments included, feel free to bring something to share. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $15, $10 students. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Sunday 3 April 2016
Sun 3 Apr. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 3 Apr, 4-7 pm. 2:45 Waltz. 3:30 Beginners lesson, a half hour before the contra dance starts. No partner needed. Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor. Thelma Bolton Recreation Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sun 3 Apr, 4:30-7:30 pm. 4:30 Dance Variety. 5:45 - 7:30pm Social Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Sun 3 Apr, 5 pm. No experience necessary. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $5-$10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Monday 4 April 2016
Mon 4 Apr, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:15 Beginners.
6:15 to 7:15 Regular session.
Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time.
Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending.
For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances.
For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques.
These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 4 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 4 Apr, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 4 Apr, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 4 Apr, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 4 Apr, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 5 April 2016
Tue 5 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 5 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 5 Apr, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 5 Apr, 7:30-8:30 pm. Nia offers a low-stress workout environment and an invitation to celebrate your inner dancer, warrior and child. Nia improves mobility, agility, flexibility, strength & stability. Classes are open to participants of all fitness levels. No previous experience or special talent needed. Just be open to have fun and feel better at the end of the hour. $12 Drop in; $54 for 6-tickets. Valid for both Tuesday and Friday classes. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Tue 5 Apr, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 6 April 2016
Wed 6 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. At a private home. Contact us for directions. Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]
Wed 6 Apr, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 6 Apr, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 6 Apr, 8 pm. 8 pm Beginners. 9 pm Mini milonga social dancing. We will begin the night with a beginner lesson, followed by a mini-milonga. There will be food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to practice all the skills that you have acquired so far, or just socialize with the members of the club. Also, feel free to bring your friends to enjoy a night full of tango. Everyone can come. The beginner class is geared for people who have never danced before or who want to practice the basics. The intermediate class is for those who have been to at least some classes and is for you if you feel ready and confident enough to learn some new steps. The advanced class is for those who have been dancing for a long while now and will feature more complicated steps, so ask a teacher to make sure you are experienced enough for this level. Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great too. Fan ... Corry Village, Commons Room, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][email][events]
Thursday 7 April 2016
Thu 7 Apr, 12-1 pm. 12 to 12:30 Newcomers.
12:30 to 1:00 Regulars.
Everyone is encouraged to come for the whole time. The first half-hour caters to newcomers and the second half-hour caters to the regulars.
Have fun line dancing to a wide variety of music.
Register via Santa Fe College Community Education, under Seniors.
Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $34. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 7 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Thu 7 Apr, 6-8:10 pm. 6:00 to 7:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango.
7:10 to 8:10 pm Beginning West Coast Swing.
You must register and pay for each class separately. Register via Santa Fe College Community Education website or call 352-395-5193.
These classes cater to new dancers, that is those people who have never danced before. These are social dance classes. The focus is on having fun, while you learn to dance with a partner. You build your confidence in a non-judgmental atmosphere. No one tells anyone else what to do.
Safety comes first. These are gentle classes. There is no pushing and no pulling. Everyone does their own dancing.
No experienced needed. Good for any beginning dancers, as well as intermediate dancers who want to improve their basics or just come out and dance. There is a lot of dance time.
Couples friendly classes. You can dance just with your partner, if you like.
Singles friendly classes. No partner needed. We do rotate partners, for those that want. Gainesville High School, TA Auditorium, 1900 NW 13 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $64 for 6 weeks. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 7 Apr, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 7 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Thu 7 Apr, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 7 Apr, 7:45-9:30 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 7 Apr, 8:30-10:30 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 8 April 2016
Fri 8 Apr, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 8 Apr, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 8 Apr, 7-10 pm. Instruction provided. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. All ages. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Jack Seltzer, 352-359-2903. $3. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 8 Apr, 7:30-10 pm. Melrose Art and Culture Center, #301, Hwy 26, corner of Grove Street, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 8 Apr, 8 pm-12 am. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Free. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Saturday 9 April 2016
Sat 9 Apr, 8-10:30 pm. Join us in a fun night of dancing. We will be playing music of Benny Goodman to the Bees Gees. Come dressed from your favorite decade (40's-80's). Prizes for best costumes. We will also be celebrating April birthdays. Great mix of music of ballroom, latin, swing, and a little country. Light refreshments, large floating dance floor. Lots of free parking. $10, $7 student. No partner necessary. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Ray Parris, 352-375-7763. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sunday 10 April 2016
Sun 10 Apr. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 10 Apr, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Sun 10 Apr, 4:30-7:30 pm. 4:30 Dance Variety. 5:45 - 7:30pm Social Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Sun 10 Apr, 5 pm. No experience necessary. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $5-$10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Monday 11 April 2016
Mon 11 Apr, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:00 Beginning Hustle Class or you can just dance
6:00 to 6:15 Hustle and West Coast Dance Time
6:15 to 7:15 West Coast Swing Whip Turn Exploration
Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time.
Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending.
For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances.
For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques.
These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 11 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 11 Apr, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 11 Apr, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 11 Apr, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 11 Apr, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 12 April 2016
Tue 12 Apr, 6:30-8:30 pm. Glenn Douglas Packard is a professional dancer, Emmy Award nominee, director, choreographer, TV personality and everyone's GBFF. Come out for a this master dance class. Independance Studio, 7050 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, 32608. Mary Bridgette Knestrick, 352-337-0017. $25. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][events]
Tue 12 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 12 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 12 Apr, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 12 Apr, 7:30-8:30 pm. Nia offers a low-stress workout environment and an invitation to celebrate your inner dancer, warrior and child. Nia improves mobility, agility, flexibility, strength & stability. Classes are open to participants of all fitness levels. No previous experience or special talent needed. Just be open to have fun and feel better at the end of the hour. $12 Drop in; $54 for 6-tickets. Valid for both Tuesday and Friday classes. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Tue 12 Apr, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 13 April 2016
Wed 13 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. At a private home. Contact us for directions. Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]
Wed 13 Apr, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 13 Apr, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 13 Apr, 8 pm. 8 pm Beginners. 9 pm Mini milonga social dancing. We will begin the night with a beginner lesson, followed by a mini-milonga. There will be food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to practice all the skills that you have acquired so far, or just socialize with the members of the club. Also, feel free to bring your friends to enjoy a night full of tango. Everyone can come. The beginner class is geared for people who have never danced before or who want to practice the basics. The intermediate class is for those who have been to at least some classes and is for you if you feel ready and confident enough to learn some new steps. The advanced class is for those who have been dancing for a long while now and will feature more complicated steps, so ask a teacher to make sure you are experienced enough for this level. Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great too. Fan ... Corry Village, Commons Room, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][email][events]
Thursday 14 April 2016
Thu 14 Apr, 12-1 pm. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 14 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Thu 14 Apr, 6-8 pm. 6:00 to 7:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango.
7:10 to 8:10 pm Beginning West Coast Swing.
You must register and pay for each class separately. Register via Santa Fe College Community Education website or call 352-395-5193.
These classes cater to new dancers, that is those people who have never danced before. These are social dance classes. The focus is on having fun, while you learn to dance with a partner. You build your confidence in a non-judgmental atmosphere. No one tells anyone else what to do.
Safety comes first. These are gentle classes. There is no pushing and no pulling. Everyone does their own dancing.
No experienced needed. Good for any beginning dancers, as well as intermediate dancers who want to improve their basics or just come out and dance. There is a lot of dance time.
Couples friendly classes. You can dance just with your partner, if you like.
Singles friendly classes. No partner needed. We do rotate partners, for those that want. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $60 for 5 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Gainesville Dance Association - [email][events]
Thu 14 Apr, 6-9 pm. Enjoy art, activities, poetry and musical performances from across the globe. Activities include:
Screening of short films "Timmy II" and "Prom" followed by Q&A with Filmmaker and Actor Imran J Khan, on Muslim identity in the US
English Country Dancers – performance and audience participation
Ameena Khan “Just a Peek, Please?” display of paintings.
Oak Hall "Tsubasa" Taiko drumming group performance
Digital display of Global Photo contest winners from the UF International Center.
Participating organizations include International Scholars Program; Peace Corps at UF; Graduate Student Organization of Photography; Center for Global Islamic Studies; ISSB-International Students Speakers Bureau
Readings by winners of the Harn’s Words on Canvas art writing competition
Also, this evening will host the closing reception for the Survivors of Violence art display, presented in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month ... Harn Museum of Art, 3259 Hull Road, Gainesville, 32611. Annette Merritt. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [more][website][email][events]
Thu 14 Apr, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 14 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Thu 14 Apr, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 14 Apr, 7:45-9:30 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 14 Apr, 8:30-10:30 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 15 April 2016
Fri 15 Apr, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 15 Apr, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 15 Apr, 7-10 pm. All levels, no partners needed, instructions provided. $3 donation suggested. Mennonite House, 1236 NW 18 Ave, Gainesville, 32609. Julieta, 352-281-0428. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 15 Apr, 8-10 pm. The Swing and Sway Dance club provides a music filled atmosphere for dancing, listening and socializing. You don’t need a partner and even if you do not dance you can come and enjoy a wide variety of music, socialize, or just watch the fun. You may bring finger foods, snacks and beverages for yourself or to share with others (if you wish bring wine and beer, but please drink responsibly). Otherwise cookies, coffee, tea, water, and ice will be available. The Swing and Sway Dance Club is a non-profit activity and all its officers and associates are non-paid volunteers. Funds received at these dances are used to pay for music and overhead. Get the word out we need your support to continue.
Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Gary Cook, 352-481-2576. $10. Rena's Ballroom - [email][events]
Fri 15 Apr, 8 pm-12 am. Get excited. Florida Swing Dancing Club invites you all to join us this Friday at the Unified Training Center (UTC) for our annual Spring Formal event. Take out your fancy dance shoes and outfits and join the fun! Coming with a dance partner is not necessary and no prior dance experience is required. There will be food, lessons, soda and all the lovely people you can dance with! All for the low price of $5.
The lessons will start at 8 pm and the social dancing will be from 9 pm - 12 am. This night we have 3 lessons for you.
Intro Lesson: Beginner: Basic 6 Count – Mishu and Jen
Intermediate Lesson: Adv. 6 count movement - Andree and Kapya
Special Topics: The Sunny Delight – Gabor
As for parking, you may do so in the lot across the UTC building.
If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please come talk to any of the officers and we'll try to help you out. We hope to dance with you all soon. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Saturday 16 April 2016
Sat 16 Apr, 7-10 pm. 5:45 Waltz. 6:30 Beginners lesson a half hour before the contra dance starts. No partner needed. Please wear clean, soft-soled shoes to protect the floor. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. $8, $5 under 21. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 16 Apr, 9 pm-2 am. Join us for another great night of dancing with great Latin music at the Movement!! Our DJ will be playing your favorite Salsa and Bachata music all night long. Come early to get a discounted rate.
There is no theme this time. However, there will be a vote during the social. Our new DJ, Koji, needs a cool DJ name. And that is what the vote will be for. We hope to decide on the name by the end of the social.
Dress code: Dress to impress
Prices:
Workshop 9:00 - 10:00 pm: $7
Social: $7 ($5 if you come in before 10:30)
Workshop and Social: $10
$2 discount for out-of-town guests. Just say which studio you represent at the door.
Free water and Gatorade (while supplies last).
Dancers of all levels are welcome. See you all on the dance floor. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [website][email][events]
Sat 16 Apr, 10 pm-1 am. It is Jazz Appreciation Month. Swing into Spring with Swing.
Enjoy a night of Live Jazz with Swing Theory featuring vocalist, Becky Sinn.
The music starts at 10 pm, immediately following The Market Street Revue. No Cover.
Swing Dancers Welcome.
Make a night of it. The Market Street Revue Burlesque show begins at 8 pm.
Market Street Pub and Cabaret, 112 SW 1 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Sally Dash, 352-612-0723. Market Street Pub and Cabaret - [website][email][events]
Sunday 17 April 2016
Sun 17 Apr. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 17 Apr, 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Greetings vintage waltzers.
Don Page will be there by 10:15. Set up should not take too long. Rena's Ballroom has plenty of tables, chairs and other amenities to help us be very comfortable. Parking space extends east and west along the back of the studio building.
Invite a new dancer. Bring a friend. First time attendees get in free. Otherwise, $5 students. $10 adults. Please wear non-scuff shoes in the building.
Please bring a covered dish to share. Don will have the coffee on for you. Please wear non-scuff shoes in the building.
Bob has disallowed me making coffee there as he said that there is a chance doing so would trip a circuit breaker and shut down one of the air conditioners. Bob has another coffee option there that might interest you. Some have said that it is delicious.
A dance lesson is not planned. Many of our dancers will provide assistance to new or advanced dancers if asked to do so. It is that simple to ... Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32609. Joyce Thompson 352-371-8054, Don Page 352-377-1918. $10, $5 students. Vintage Waltz - [more][email][events]
Sun 17 Apr, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Sun 17 Apr, 4:30-7:30 pm. 4:30 Dance Variety. 5:45 - 7:30pm Social Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Sun 17 Apr, 5 pm. No experience necessary. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $5-$10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Monday 18 April 2016
Mon 18 Apr, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:00 Beginning Hustle Class or you can just dance
6:00 to 6:15 Hustle and West Coast Dance Time
6:15 to 7:15 West Coast Swing Whip Turn Exploration
Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time.
Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending.
For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances.
For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques.
These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 18 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 18 Apr, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 18 Apr, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 18 Apr, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 18 Apr, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 19 April 2016
Tue 19 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Mainstream Square Dancing instruction. 7:30 Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-334-2186. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 19 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 19 Apr, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 19 Apr, 7:30-8:30 pm. Nia offers a low-stress workout environment and an invitation to celebrate your inner dancer, warrior and child. Nia improves mobility, agility, flexibility, strength & stability. Classes are open to participants of all fitness levels. No previous experience or special talent needed. Just be open to have fun and feel better at the end of the hour. $12 Drop in; $54 for 6-tickets. Valid for both Tuesday and Friday classes. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Tue 19 Apr, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 20 April 2016
Wed 20 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. At a private home. Contact us for directions. Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]
Wed 20 Apr, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 to 10 third Wednesday dance social. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 20 Apr, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 20 Apr, 8 pm. 8 pm Beginners. 9 pm Mini milonga social dancing. We will begin the night with a beginner lesson, followed by a mini-milonga. There will be food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to practice all the skills that you have acquired so far, or just socialize with the members of the club. Also, feel free to bring your friends to enjoy a night full of tango. Everyone can come. The beginner class is geared for people who have never danced before or who want to practice the basics. The intermediate class is for those who have been to at least some classes and is for you if you feel ready and confident enough to learn some new steps. The advanced class is for those who have been dancing for a long while now and will feature more complicated steps, so ask a teacher to make sure you are experienced enough for this level. Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great too. Fan ... Corry Village, Commons Room, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][email][events]
Thursday 21 April 2016
Thu 21 Apr, 12-1 pm. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 21 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Thu 21 Apr, 6-8 pm. 6:00 to 7:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango.
7:10 to 8:10 pm Beginning West Coast Swing.
You must register and pay for each class separately. Register via Santa Fe College Community Education website or call 352-395-5193.
These classes cater to new dancers, that is those people who have never danced before. These are social dance classes. The focus is on having fun, while you learn to dance with a partner. You build your confidence in a non-judgmental atmosphere. No one tells anyone else what to do.
Safety comes first. These are gentle classes. There is no pushing and no pulling. Everyone does their own dancing.
No experienced needed. Good for any beginning dancers, as well as intermediate dancers who want to improve their basics or just come out and dance. There is a lot of dance time.
Couples friendly classes. You can dance just with your partner, if you like.
Singles friendly classes. No partner needed. We do rotate partners, for those that want. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $60 for 5 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Gainesville Dance Association - [email][events]
Thu 21 Apr, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 21 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Thu 21 Apr, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 21 Apr, 7:45-9:30 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 21 Apr, 8:30-10:30 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 22 April 2016
Fri 22 Apr, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 22 Apr, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 22 Apr, 7:30-10 pm. All levels, no partners needed, instructions provided. $3 donation suggested. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Fri 22 Apr, 8 pm-12 am. Free lesson from 8-9 pm followed by open dancing. All ages welcome. No partner necessary. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Free. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Fri 22 Apr, 8:30-12:30 pm. Please come to share great tango music and connect with us in tango embraces, socializing and food/drink! Attendance is free (but we appreciate very much that you always bring food and beverages to share).
Note: our next milonga will be on Friday. We have a wedding to attend on Saturday the 16th. We did not want to go 2 whole months without having Milonga @Thuy's. So just for once, we will have milonga on the 4th Friday. In a Private Home, Gainesville, 32605. David Chayes. Tango with Thuy - [website][email][events]
Saturday 23 April 2016
Sat 23 Apr, 7-10 pm. Mcintosh Methodist Church, McIntosh. Leah Oxendine, 352-872-1627. $5, Under 8 free. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 23 Apr, 8-11:30 pm. 8 to 8:30 Lesson taught by Andrea. 8:30 pm Dancing. Join us for an elegant evening with beautiful tango music. Non-dancers are welcome to come watch, no charge. Bring your own drinks and snacks to enjoy the night. Water bottles are available for $1. Free parking on both sides of the building, and in the back. We look forward to welcome you all. Bring your tango and non-tango friends. Hip Moves Studio, 708 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32609. Andrea Pham. $10, $5 students. Argentine Tango Papirusa - [email][events]
Sat 23 Apr, 8-10:30 pm. Join us for a wonderful night of dancing to a mix of ballroom, latin, swing, and a little country. We will have dance demonstrations as well as a drawing for prizes and and a 50-50 drawing. Refreshments, floating dance floor, plenty of parking. Cost is $10 per person, $7 college student. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Ray Parris, 352-375-7763. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sunday 24 April 2016
Sun 24 Apr. 5 pm Beginner class. 6 pm Intermediate class. 7 pm Social dance. Only $5 for both lessons and Social Dance. BOGO for students with ID. Private lessons available contact Carol Smith. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]
Sun 24 Apr, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Sun 24 Apr, 4:30-7:30 pm. 4:30 Dance Variety. 5:45 - 7:30pm Social Dancing. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Sun 24 Apr, 5 pm. No experience necessary. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $5-$10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Monday 25 April 2016
Mon 25 Apr, 5:30-7:15 pm. 5:30 to 6:00 Beginning Hustle Class or you can just dance
6:00 to 6:15 Hustle and West Coast Dance Time
6:15 to 7:15 West Coast Swing Whip Turn Exploration
Everyone is encouraged to come the whole time.
Semi-private West Coast Swing classes with a small group on Monday nights where you get personal attention to help you get better. Sessions are adjusted to the individual needs of those attending.
For beginners, sessions are aimed at building confidence so you are comfortable going to dances.
For all dancers, attention is directed at helping you improve by mastering the fundamental techniques.
These are not drop-in classes. These are run in a series of 6-week sessions. Call or email to attend. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $75 for 6 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Mon 25 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor: Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Mon 25 Apr, 6:30-9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. 6:50 lesson. Dancing starts at 7. English Country Dancing called by Randy Thorp. Bring light refreshments if you like. United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Annette Merritt. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]
Mon 25 Apr, 7:15-8:15 pm. Learn authentic Brazilian partner samba from Rio de Janeiro and forro from the Brazilian northeast. 250 SE 10 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Corey Souza, 352-316-0682. $10. Gainesville Circus Center - [website][email][events]
Mon 25 Apr, 7:15-8:30 pm. 7:15 - 8:30 pm. Dance to a higher purpose. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. We do Israeli partner dances at the end. No partner needed. We rotate partners. You are not required to rotate. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [website][email][events]
Mon 25 Apr, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Tuesday 26 April 2016
Tue 26 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Mainstream Square Dancing instruction. 7:30 Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-334-2186. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Tue 26 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. Ballroom dance lesson followed by open dancing. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Different dance each week. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Tue 26 Apr, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Resource Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Tue 26 Apr, 7:30-8:30 pm. Nia offers a low-stress workout environment and an invitation to celebrate your inner dancer, warrior and child. Nia improves mobility, agility, flexibility, strength & stability. Classes are open to participants of all fitness levels. No previous experience or special talent needed. Just be open to have fun and feel better at the end of the hour. $12 Drop in; $54 for 6-tickets. Valid for both Tuesday and Friday classes. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Tue 26 Apr, 8-10 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Wednesday 27 April 2016
Wed 27 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. At a private home. Contact us for directions. Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]
Wed 27 Apr, 7-10 pm. 7:00 - 7:10 Doors Open. 7:10 to 7:45 FUNdamentals class only $5 per night. 7:45 - 8:45 Intermdiate West Coast Swing class followed by dancing until 10. $40 per month includes the entire evening. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]
Wed 27 Apr, 8-10 pm. 8pm - 9pm Bachata. 9pm - 10pm Salsa. Unified Training Center, 809 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]
Wed 27 Apr, 8 pm. 8 pm Beginners. 9 pm Mini milonga social dancing. We will begin the night with a beginner lesson, followed by a mini-milonga. There will be food and refreshments. This is an opportunity to practice all the skills that you have acquired so far, or just socialize with the members of the club. Also, feel free to bring your friends to enjoy a night full of tango. Everyone can come. The beginner class is geared for people who have never danced before or who want to practice the basics. The intermediate class is for those who have been to at least some classes and is for you if you feel ready and confident enough to learn some new steps. The advanced class is for those who have been dancing for a long while now and will feature more complicated steps, so ask a teacher to make sure you are experienced enough for this level. Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz/ballet flats, those work great too. Fan ... Corry Village, Commons Room, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [more][email][events]
Thursday 28 April 2016
Thu 28 Apr, 12-1 pm. Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Gainesville Dance Association - [website][email][events]
Thu 28 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 6-7 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 7-8 pm. Practice Party: 8-8:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Thu 28 Apr, 6-8 pm. 6:00 to 7:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango.
7:10 to 8:10 pm Beginning West Coast Swing.
You must register and pay for each class separately. Register via Santa Fe College Community Education website or call 352-395-5193.
These classes cater to new dancers, that is those people who have never danced before. These are social dance classes. The focus is on having fun, while you learn to dance with a partner. You build your confidence in a non-judgmental atmosphere. No one tells anyone else what to do.
Safety comes first. These are gentle classes. There is no pushing and no pulling. Everyone does their own dancing.
No experienced needed. Good for any beginning dancers, as well as intermediate dancers who want to improve their basics or just come out and dance. There is a lot of dance time.
Couples friendly classes. You can dance just with your partner, if you like.
Singles friendly classes. No partner needed. We do rotate partners, for those that want. Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $60 for 5 weeks (one week free) or $15 per night. Gainesville Dance Association - [email][events]
Thu 28 Apr, 6:30-8:30 pm. Beginners class will be from 6:30-7:15. Intermediate 7:15-8. Open Dance from 8-8:30. Check the website for any last minute changes. Kol Simcha, 619 NE 1 Street, Gainesville. Tony Arroyo, 352-485-1210. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [website][email][events]
Thu 28 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. 6:30 Basic class. 7:30 Mainstream workshop and review. 8:00 Plus workshop and review. 8:30 to 9:00 Plus dancing. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Lon Ligon, 352-377-1828. $4. Grand Squares - [email][events]
Thu 28 Apr, 7-9 pm. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Last Chance Banquet Hall, 219 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32604. Robert Whitehead, 770-530-9292. Free. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]
Thu 28 Apr, 7:45-9:30 pm. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]
Thu 28 Apr, 8:30-10:30 pm. The Movement, 1212 N Main Street, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]
Friday 29 April 2016
Fri 29 Apr, 9-10 am. Stillpoint Therapy Studio, 2730 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville. Sarit Sela. $12, $54 for 6. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [email][events]
Fri 29 Apr, 3-5:30 pm. Beginner (Level 1): 3-4 pm. Intermediate (Level 2): 4-5 pm. Practice Party: 5-5:30 pm. Instructor Charles Cook. 3442 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, 34471. Charles Cook, 888-608-4624. $10. C4 Dance Academy - [email][events]
Fri 29 Apr, 7-10 pm. All levels, no partners needed, instructions provided. $3 donation suggested. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]
Saturday 30 April 2016
Sat 30 Apr to Sun 22 May. An edgy hit comedy about millenials' struggles with family, faith, and legacy. PO BOX 16155, St. Paul, 55116. 651-647-4315. $20-$32. Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company - [website][email][events]