2025
April 2025
Wednesday 2 April 2025
Wed 2 Apr, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Beginner lesson
8:30 pm Dancing
$5
Get ready to dance the night away with Porch Swing. Join us in the Rion Ballroom for Swing Dancing with LIVE MUSIC, a spacious dance floor, and an awesome atmosphere. Don’t miss out on an evening full of great moves and good vibes. See you there.
Parking: Free parking in the Reitz Union Parking Garage. Rion Ballroom, J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Friday 4 April 2025
Fri 4 Apr to Sun 6 Apr. Get ready to salsa (or bachata) your way into Extravaganza Spring 2025.
This time theme is Un Baile Inolvidable En NUEVAYoL (An unforgettable dance in New York). Think 1950s New York, floral/polka dots dresses, bold colors, and suspenders and trousers with dress shoes. We will post outfit inspiration pictures soon.
Workshops by top instructors from across Florida will keep you spinning all day.
A night of pure extravagance awaits.
Let us make it unforgettable.
Tag your dance squad and spread the word.
Workshop schedule will be posted on Facebook. Gainesville. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [website][email][events]
Fri 4 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. 6:30 - 7:00 pm Lesson with Gary Easton
DJ Loretta
1st and 3rd Fridays of the month.
The dress code is dressy casual.
For singles and couples. La Hacienda Recreation Center, 1200 Avenida Central, Lady Lake, 32159-5702. Gary and Loretta Easton, 352-396-5383. $7. Eastons Dance Clubs - [website][email][events]
Fri 4 Apr, 7-10:30 pm. 6:30 Doors open
6:40 Technique workshop (if you've come at least once)
7:00 Beginner lesson (everyone can join)
7:30 Beginner/Intermediate dancing
9:00 Intermediate/Advanced dancing
10:30 Dessert at Jeremiah's Italian Ice
Admission is $15. Students are free. If it is your second contra ever the dance is free.
Join us at the Winter Park Ballroom Dance Co., just 15 minutes from UCF and 100 yards east of Jeremiah's Italian Ice.
Contra dance is great exercise and loads of fun besides, so bring a water bottle and dress for cardio. This is an alcohol-free event. Check out the videos, FAQ, and links to socials on our website.
Dances start easy and get more challenging as the evening progresses. BEGINNERS SHOULD COME FOR THE LESSON before the dance starts. All dances in the beginner session are taught.
Starting at 9, expect the full catalog of contra moves, interaction along diagonals, and the occasional no-walkthrough dance ... Winter Park Ballroom Dance Company, 6904 Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, 32792-7003. Orlando Contra Dance - [more][website][email][events]
Fri 4 Apr to Sat 5 Apr, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 6-9pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 4 Apr, 7 pm. 5:00 - Bar Opens
7:00 – Beginner and Intermediate Lesson
8:00 - Mixed Country and Swing Dancing
The Cost:
ORC Member - $5
Guests - $10
Come Out and Join Jacksonville Country and Swing Dancing for Ortega River Club’s Country Night. Ortega River Club, 4165 Lakeside Drive, Jacksonville, 32210-3303. Pam Marin, 904-472-3432. Ortega River Club - [website][email][events]
Fri 4 Apr, 7-9 pm. 7:00 pm Schottische
7:15 pm Waltz
Open Waltz, first Fridays February-June.
$10 Sponsored by CDSS. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 851 Owensville Road, Charlottesville. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 4 Apr, 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 - [website][events]
Saturday 5 April 2025
Sat 5 Apr to Sun 6 Apr. SAT April 5 at ROSA B. WILLIAMS CENTER
524 NW 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601
SUN April 6 at HEARTWOOD SOUNDSTAGE STUDIO
619 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
DETAILS
12:30 pm Check-in and Registration SAT and SUN
SATURDAY
1:00 - 2:30 pm Intermediate Step by Step: Exploring Parallel and Cross Walks for Precision and Style
*Break*
3:00 - 4:30 pm Intermediate Navigating the Dancefloor: Flow, Timing, and Spacial Awareness
*Break*
5:00-7:00 pm Practica and Social with DJ Andres
SUNDAY
1:00 - 2:30 pm *ABSOLUTE BEGINNER CLASS*
WILL BE CAPPED AT 40 DUE TO SPACE. SIGN UP TO SAVE YOUR SPOT.
*Break*
3:00 - 4:30 pm Intermediate Volcadas Unleashed: Refining Technique for Close Embrace Mastery
*Break*
5:00 - 7:00 pm Practica and Social with DJ Andres
ADVANCED REGISTRATION:
https://venmo.com/u/Miha-Kim-1
$35 Any Intermediate class and practica, $25 with student ID
$20 Any practica, $10 with student ID
$25 SUN Absolute be ... Gainesville. Miha Kim. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [more][website][events]
Sat 5 Apr to Sun 6 Apr. Get ready to salsa (or bachata) your way into Extravaganza Spring 2025.
This time theme is Un Baile Inolvidable En NUEVAYoL (An unforgettable dance in New York). Think 1950s New York, floral/polka dots dresses, bold colors, and suspenders and trousers with dress shoes. We will post outfit inspiration pictures soon.
Workshops by top instructors from across Florida will keep you spinning all day.
A night of pure extravagance awaits.
Let us make it unforgettable.
Tag your dance squad and spread the word.
Workshop schedule will be posted on Facebook. Gainesville. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [website][email][events]
Sat 5 Apr, 12-9 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 6-9pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 5 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. $8 per person at the door. Tickets are available in advance.
First Saturday of the month dance.
Dress code is dressy casual. Dress pants and shirt for men. Cocktail attire for women.
For singles and couples. Colony Cottage Recreation Center, 510 Colony Blvd, The Villages, 32162. Gary and Loretta Easton, 352-396-5383. Eastons Dance Clubs - [website][email][events]
Sat 5 Apr, 7:30-10:30 pm. First Saturdays, every month September-June to music by the Friends of Appalachian Music. Each evening traditionally ends with the Virginia Reel.
$10. Norge Community Hall, 7402 Richmond Road, Wilmington. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Sunday 6 April 2025
Sun 6 Apr. SAT April 5 at ROSA B. WILLIAMS CENTER
524 NW 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601
SUN April 6 at HEARTWOOD SOUNDSTAGE STUDIO
619 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601
DETAILS
12:30 pm Check-in and Registration SAT and SUN
SATURDAY
1:00 - 2:30 pm Intermediate Step by Step: Exploring Parallel and Cross Walks for Precision and Style
*Break*
3:00 - 4:30 pm Intermediate Navigating the Dancefloor: Flow, Timing, and Spacial Awareness
*Break*
5:00-7:00 pm Practica and Social with DJ Andres
SUNDAY
1:00 - 2:30 pm *ABSOLUTE BEGINNER CLASS*
WILL BE CAPPED AT 40 DUE TO SPACE. SIGN UP TO SAVE YOUR SPOT.
*Break*
3:00 - 4:30 pm Intermediate Volcadas Unleashed: Refining Technique for Close Embrace Mastery
*Break*
5:00 - 7:00 pm Practica and Social with DJ Andres
ADVANCED REGISTRATION:
https://venmo.com/u/Miha-Kim-1
$35 Any Intermediate class and practica, $25 with student ID
$20 Any practica, $10 with student ID
$25 SUN Absolute be ... Gainesville. Miha Kim. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [more][website][events]
Sun 6 Apr. Get ready to salsa (or bachata) your way into Extravaganza Spring 2025.
This time theme is Un Baile Inolvidable En NUEVAYoL (An unforgettable dance in New York). Think 1950s New York, floral/polka dots dresses, bold colors, and suspenders and trousers with dress shoes. We will post outfit inspiration pictures soon.
Workshops by top instructors from across Florida will keep you spinning all day.
A night of pure extravagance awaits.
Let us make it unforgettable.
Tag your dance squad and spread the word.
Workshop schedule will be posted on Facebook. Gainesville. Gator Salsa Club. Gator Salsa Club - [website][email][events]
Sun 6 Apr, 5-9 pm. 5 pm All Levels Class
6 pm Casual Milonga Mariposa
The price for the class and milonga is just $20 for singles, $30 for couples.
We accept: Cash, PayPal, and Zelle.
Zelle: 8147468822
Hello Dear Tangueros, We are proud to present every first Sunday a Tango classes and Casual Milonga Mariposa. All levels Class will focus on Fundamental Tango technique, posture and walking, the fundamental Tango steps, Musicality and connection.
Tango Instructor and TDJ Natalya Ogirya. Assistant Irina Gavrilovich. For more information, please text or call.
160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite C 212, Palm Coast, 32164. Natalya, 814-746-88-22. Public - [website][email][events]
Sun 6 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. 6:30 pm Lesson Beginner and Intermediate
7:00 pm Dancing
First Sunday of the month dance except July, August, and September.
$7 per person at the door.
Country music for all dance styles waltz, 2-step, rhumba, cha cha, swing, etc. DJ Loretta.
Dress code is casual.
For singles and couples. Mulberry Grove Recreation Center, 8445 SE 165 Mulberry Lane, The Villages, 32162. Gary and Loretta Easton, 352-396-5383. Eastons Dance Clubs - [website][email][events]
Monday 7 April 2025
Mon 7 Apr, 7-9 pm. 6:30 - 7:00 pm Beginning Israeli Dancing
7:00 - 8:00 pm Israeli Circle Dancing
8:00 - 9:00 pm Israeli Partner Dancing
Free for beginners in April on April 7, 21, and 28.
No dancing on April 14 due to Passover.
$10 per family for those with experience.
Come out to enjoy great music and exuberant dancing.
Let me know if you are coming.
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. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Tuesday 8 April 2025
Tue 8 Apr, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Hustle!
8:00 pm Waltz
$60 for 4-week beginner series
$10 for those with experience
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Tue 8 Apr, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Beginning Hustle!
8:00 pm Beginning Waltz
$60 for 4-week series for new dancers
$10 per night for those with experience
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford.
Hustle! Beginner Videos
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ln-qdjvj6M" text="Hustle Warm Up"]
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGLqa9d5upw" text="Hustle Hesitation Basic Step Explanation"]
- [Link=="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZzpErAHNi4" text="Hustle Change Places, She Goes, Send Out, Cross Body Lead, Wrap Turn"]
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJoEyf2d2mE" text="Hustle Change Places Explanation"]
- [Link="https://www ... Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [more][website][email][events]
Thursday 10 April 2025
Thu 10 Apr, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 PM Beginner and Intermediate Lessons
8:30 PM Dancing
Admission Free. Donations encouraged via cash or Venmo.
Saddle up and join GSD for FREE swing dancin’ every Thursday in a gorgeous, air-conditioned, historic dance hall with hardwood floors smoother than a Tennessee whiskey. Come on down for a rootin’-tootin’ evenin’ filled with country tunes and two-steppin’ in a friendly, down-home atmosphere where everyone is welcome.
Parking:
Free street parking is available in front of or beside the building, as well as in the nearby Friends of the Library lot. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Friday 11 April 2025
Fri 11 Apr to Sun 13 Apr.
Tickets
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ascendance-salsa-fest-spring--2025
AscenDance Salsa Company is proud to present AscenDance Salsa Fest. This weekend of dancing will include social dancing, workshops, and performances. The theme is Masquerade Ball, so get ready to dance the night away.
FRIDAY NIGHT:
Location: REITZ UNION Room 2345
Theme: Prelude of Shadows (All Black Attire)
7:00pm - 7:30pm Music and Refreshments (first come first serve)
7:30pm - 8:30 pm Salsa Shines and Partnerwork w/ AscenDance Directors
8:30pm - 11:00pm Social Dancing
SATURDAY WORKSHOPS:
Location: Kairos Events & Catering
Theme: Unmasking Technique (Comfortable Clothes)
11am: Bachata - Salsa Mundial
12pm: Salsa On2 - Studio D Tally
1PM: Salsa Casino - Latin Dance Jax
2pm: Salsa On2 - Malembe Dance Co
3pm: Salsa On1 - Isaac Maitre
4pm: Zouk - Duval Zouk
5pm: Salsa On2 - Delia & Raul
SATURDAY NIGHT:
Location: Kairos Events & Catering ... Gainesville. AscenDance Salsa Company. Public - [more][website][email][events]
Fri 11 Apr to Sun 13 Apr. Registration is open
https://tadamsva.org/springforth-ball-2025/
The Traditional American Dance And Music Society invites you to the 28th annual Springforth Ball and Dance Weekend featuring music by Playing with Fyre.
George Paul (keyboard)
Rob Zisette (fiddle), and
Steve Kemble (percussion)
Calling by Bob Isaacs
Join us for a high energy weekend of dance, music, food, and workshops. Held in the beautiful historic ballroom of the Lewis Ginter Recreation Association. And did we mention our Sunday morning tradition of waffle brunch?
The weekend schedule, additional information, and a mail-in registration form are available at the link above.
Follow @tadamsva to keep up to date with contra dances in the Richmond, VA area.
While you are eagerly anticipating April's arrival, check out photos from this past Springforth Ball at tadamsva.org/springforth-2024/springforth-ball-photos. Lewis Ginter Recreation Association, 867 Walton Avenue, Richmond, 23222. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 11 Apr, 6:30-8:30 pm. $15 per person at Online Box Office https://aaatt.yapsody.com
$18 per person at the door
Villages ID or Guest ID required.
To benefit Special Olympics of Florida.
DJ music by Bella Rosa Ballroom.
BYOB and snacks. Dress from casual to dazzle. The Savannah Center Ballroom, 1575 Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, 32162. Dr. Linda Succi, 401-323-4072. Public - [email][events]
Fri 11 Apr, 7-9 pm. 7:00 pm Schottische
7:15 pm Waltz
Open Waltz, first Fridays February-June.
$10 Sponsored by CDSS. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 851 Owensville Road, Charlottesville. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 11 Apr, 7 pm. Second Fridays casual, fun for all ages. No partner, no experience required. We teach Appalachian dances--circles, squares and lines. Calling by the local co-op. Suggested donation $7, family discounts. Second time joining us you dance free. Wear what you like, soft-soled shoes please. Kanawha United Presbyterian Church, 1009 Virginia Street E, Charleston. Public - [website][events]
Fri 11 Apr, 7-10 pm. He is back. Tu Fiesta Radio Presents Elio Piedra at Tioga Town Center. Bring your dancing shoes, and come enjoy the sounds of Elio Piedra under the stars at the Tioga Town Center Amphitheatre at The Square! This is a free outdoor concert, open to the public.
Elio is a Musician, Drummer, Entertainer, Singer, Arranger, Composer, and voting member at LARAS & NARAS Academy at Professional Musician! Elio was born in Cuba and began his musical career at the age of 10 at the Arts Conservatory Raul Sanchez. At fifteen, he gained entry into the National Conservatory of Music Carlos Hidalgo where he continued to hone his craft, even touring Cuba with the symphony orchestra.
Elio immigrated to the United States at the age of 20 and began playing with many notable musicians in Miami. He eventually relocated to Gainesville, FL, where he lives with his wife. Highly in demand, Elio splits his time between live shows, drum instruction, and tourin ... Tioga Town Center, 99 SW 129 Terrace, Newberry, 32669. Elio Piedra Bringing the Fiesta to You - [more][website][events]
Saturday 12 April 2025
Sat 12 Apr to Sun 13 Apr.
Tickets
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ascendance-salsa-fest-spring--2025
AscenDance Salsa Company is proud to present AscenDance Salsa Fest. This weekend of dancing will include social dancing, workshops, and performances. The theme is Masquerade Ball, so get ready to dance the night away.
FRIDAY NIGHT:
Location: REITZ UNION Room 2345
Theme: Prelude of Shadows (All Black Attire)
7:00pm - 7:30pm Music and Refreshments (first come first serve)
7:30pm - 8:30 pm Salsa Shines and Partnerwork w/ AscenDance Directors
8:30pm - 11:00pm Social Dancing
SATURDAY WORKSHOPS:
Location: Kairos Events & Catering
Theme: Unmasking Technique (Comfortable Clothes)
11am: Bachata - Salsa Mundial
12pm: Salsa On2 - Studio D Tally
1PM: Salsa Casino - Latin Dance Jax
2pm: Salsa On2 - Malembe Dance Co
3pm: Salsa On1 - Isaac Maitre
4pm: Zouk - Duval Zouk
5pm: Salsa On2 - Delia & Raul
SATURDAY NIGHT:
Location: Kairos Events & Catering ... Gainesville. AscenDance Salsa Company. Public - [more][website][email][events]
Sat 12 Apr to Sun 13 Apr. Mark your calendars. Tango and Ties Ballroom Dance Club, 910 Barton Blvd, Unit 5, Rockledge. Natalya, 814-746-8822. Public - [website][email][events]
Sat 12 Apr, 6:30-11:30 pm. 6:00 - Door and Bar Opens
6:30 – Beginner Lesson
7:00 – Beginner to Intermediate Lesson
8:00 - Open Dancing
The Cost:
ORC Member - $5
Guests - $10
Come out and join us for our Second Saturday Country and Swing Dance at Ortega River Club. Both First Friday and Second Saturday Dances are now at ORC.
Great mix of country, contemporary, pop, blues and swing music. Ortega River Club, 4165 Lakeside Drive, Jacksonville, 32210-3303. Pam Marin, 904-472-3432. Ortega River Club - [website][email][events]
Sat 12 Apr, 7 pm-12 am. 7 pm All Levels Class
8 pm Milonga
The price for the class and milonga is just $20 for singles, $30 for couples.
We accept: Cash, PayPal, and Zelle.
Zelle: 8147468822
Dear Tangueros, we are proud to present Every Second and Fourth Saturday Night Tango Workshop and Milonga.
All levels Class will focus on: Fundamental Tango technique, posture and walking, the fundamental Tango steps, Musicality, and connection.
Instructor Natalya Ogirya
TDJ/VJ Chuck Hand
For more information, please text or call
Tango and Ties Studio
321-290-6889
dancetango21@gmail.com
Tango and Ties Ballroom Dance Club, 910 Barton Blvd, Unit 5, Rockledge. Natalya, 814-746-8822. Public - [website][email][events]
Sat 12 Apr, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm.
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. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sunday 13 April 2025
Sun 13 Apr.
Tickets
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ascendance-salsa-fest-spring--2025
AscenDance Salsa Company is proud to present AscenDance Salsa Fest. This weekend of dancing will include social dancing, workshops, and performances. The theme is Masquerade Ball, so get ready to dance the night away.
FRIDAY NIGHT:
Location: REITZ UNION Room 2345
Theme: Prelude of Shadows (All Black Attire)
7:00pm - 7:30pm Music and Refreshments (first come first serve)
7:30pm - 8:30 pm Salsa Shines and Partnerwork w/ AscenDance Directors
8:30pm - 11:00pm Social Dancing
SATURDAY WORKSHOPS:
Location: Kairos Events & Catering
Theme: Unmasking Technique (Comfortable Clothes)
11am: Bachata - Salsa Mundial
12pm: Salsa On2 - Studio D Tally
1PM: Salsa Casino - Latin Dance Jax
2pm: Salsa On2 - Malembe Dance Co
3pm: Salsa On1 - Isaac Maitre
4pm: Zouk - Duval Zouk
5pm: Salsa On2 - Delia & Raul
SATURDAY NIGHT:
Location: Kairos Events & Catering ... Gainesville. AscenDance Salsa Company. Public - [more][website][email][events]
Sun 13 Apr, 2 pm. 2 pm Group lesson
2:40 - 5 pm Social dancing
The Cost:
ORC Member - $10
Guests - $15
An Afternoon of Ballroom Dance. 2nd and 4th Sunday of Each Month.
Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Tango, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Cha Cha, Hustle and More.
Dance Hosts will be available for an additional fee. Call 904-882-1053 for information or to reserve a dance host slot. Ortega River Club, 4165 Lakeside Drive, Jacksonville, 32210-3303. Pam Marin, 904-472-3432. Ortega River Club - [website][email][events]
Monday 14 April 2025
Mon 14 Apr, 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. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Mon 14 Apr, 7-7:50 pm. Join us for a fun Country Polka Class. Learn the basics, no experience necessary. Singles and couples are welcome. Email us to register, pay at class.
$13/pp or $25/couple, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Tuesday 15 April 2025
Tue 15 Apr, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Beginning Hustle!
8:00 pm Beginning Waltz
$60 for 4-week series for new dancers
$10 per night for those with experience
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford.
Hustle! Beginner Videos
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ln-qdjvj6M" text="Hustle Warm Up"]
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGLqa9d5upw" text="Hustle Hesitation Basic Step Explanation"]
- [Link=="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZzpErAHNi4" text="Hustle Change Places, She Goes, Send Out, Cross Body Lead, Wrap Turn"]
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJoEyf2d2mE" text="Hustle Change Places Explanation"]
- [Link="https://www ... Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [more][website][email][events]
Tue 15 Apr, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Hustle
8:00 pm Waltz
$60 for 4-week beginner series
$10 for those with experience
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thursday 17 April 2025
Thu 17 Apr, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Lesson
7:30 Dancing
We are excited to announce a new venue for USA Dance Ocala in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant, very large ballroom/wedding venue located in Belleview just minutes from US 301. The venue features a large, pristine, polished concrete floor that moves smoothly when dancing. The five-year-old venue is beautifully decorated with 11 crystal chandeliers, high ceilings and ample seating. The large parking lot is lighted. This venue is truly a gem. We cannot wait for you to join us on the dance floor. Barn at Bellemoor, 10642 SE 36 Avenue, Belleview, 34420. Bill d'Angelo dangelo0909@gmail.com. $10 members, $15 non-members. USA Dance Ocala - [website][email][events]
Friday 18 April 2025
Fri 18 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. 6:30 - 7:00 pm Lesson with Gary Easton
DJ Loretta
1st and 3rd Fridays of the month.
The dress code is dressy casual.
For singles and couples. La Hacienda Recreation Center, 1200 Avenida Central, Lady Lake, 32159-5702. Gary and Loretta Easton, 352-396-5383. $7. Eastons Dance Clubs - [website][email][events]
Fri 18 Apr, 7-10:30 pm. 6:30 Doors open
6:40 Technique workshop (if you've come at least once)
7:00 Beginner lesson (everyone can join)
7:30 Beginner/Intermediate dancing
9:00 Intermediate/Advanced dancing
10:30 Dessert at Jeremiah's Italian Ice
Admission is $15. Students are free. If it is your second contra ever the dance is free.
Join us at the Winter Park Ballroom Dance Co., just 15 minutes from UCF and 100 yards east of Jeremiah's Italian Ice.
Contra dance is great exercise and loads of fun besides, so bring a water bottle and dress for cardio. This is an alcohol-free event. Check out the videos, FAQ, and links to socials on our website.
Dances start easy and get more challenging as the evening progresses. BEGINNERS SHOULD COME FOR THE LESSON before the dance starts. All dances in the beginner session are taught.
Starting at 9, expect the full catalog of contra moves, interaction along diagonals, and the occasional no-walkthrough dance ... Winter Park Ballroom Dance Company, 6904 Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, 32792-7003. Orlando Contra Dance - [more][website][email][events]
Fri 18 Apr to Sun 20 Apr, 7-10 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 6-9 pm
Sunday 12-3 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 18 Apr, 7-9 pm. 7:00 pm Schottische
7:15 pm Waltz
Open Waltz, first Fridays February-June.
$10 Sponsored by CDSS. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 851 Owensville Road, Charlottesville. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 18 Apr, 7-11 pm. 7 to 8 pm Complimentary Beginner Salsa Lesson by Ally Knight from Dance Salsa Jax
8 – 11 pm Open dancing to Latin music
ORC Member - $6
Guests - $12
Music with emphasis on Salsa, Bachata and Cha-Cha. DJ will be provided by Dance Salsa Jax.
5 to 7 pm Happy Hour.
Come out for a fun filled evening. Ortega River Club, 4165 Lakeside Drive, Jacksonville, 32210-3303. Pam Marin, 904-472-3432. Ortega River Club - [website][email][events]
Fri 18 Apr, 7:30-10 pm. 7:00 pm Beginner Lesson
Contra Dance Third Fridays.
$10 - $20 sliding scale. Greenwood Community Center, 865 Greenwood Road, Crozet. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 18 Apr, 7:30-10:30 pm. It is that time again. Third 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 - [website][events]
Saturday 19 April 2025
Sat 19 Apr to Sun 20 Apr, 12-9 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 6-9 pm
Sunday 12-3 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 19 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. $8 per person at the door. Tickets are available in advance.
Third Saturday of the month dance. Intermediate ballroom.
Dress code is dressy casual. Dress pants and shirt for men. Cocktail attire for women.
For singles and couples. Colony Cottage Recreation Center, 510 Colony Blvd, The Villages, 32162. Gary and Loretta Easton, 352-396-5383. Eastons Dance Clubs - [website][email][events]
Sat 19 Apr, 6:30-9 pm. With DJ Tony Santos.
Includes sandwiches. Beardalll Senior Center, 800 S Delaney Avenue, Orlando, 32801. 407-246-4440. $4. [organizations] - [website][email]
Sat 19 Apr, 8 pm-1 am. 8-9 PM Pre-social Salsa workshop by Eymar and Jennifer
9 PM - 1 AM Social
11 PM Performance by Salsa Heat
$20 Regular admission
$15 Social-only Early Birdies available 8:50-9:30 PM at the door.
$25 T-shirts
Join us for another awesome night of dancing with Eymar and Jennifer from Salsa Heat (Orlando), and DJ Rosh (Gainesville).
Theme: Dress like Koji (t-shirts, jeans and converse) *optional
Some T-shirts will be available at the studio.
There will be a Salsa workshop (all levels) by Eymar and Jennifer before the social.
DJ Rosh will play your favorite Salsa and Bachata songs all night. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville, 32607-2800. 352-433-4334. $15. Salsa Mundial - [website][email][events]
Sat 19 Apr, 8-9:30 pm. Step into the Roaring Twenties with Swing Theory at Speakeasy Night.
Nestled in the heart of Gainesville, The Midnight Underground is a hidden gem—a cozy bar and restaurant blending craft cocktails, delicious bites, and vibrant local culture.
Let the siren song of Becky Baby and the electrifying rhythms of Swing Theory transport you to a bygone era. Their retro sounds will have you jumpin’, jivin’, and wailin’ all night long.
Slip into your finest vintage attire, grab a cocktail, and lose yourself in the magic of Speakeasy Night. The Midnight, 101 SE 2 Place, Suite #100, Gainesville, 32606. 352-593-0238. Public - [website][email][events]
Sunday 20 April 2025
Sun 20 Apr, 12-3 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 6-9 pm
Sunday 12-3 pm. Dancing Fish, 6220 Dogwood Lane, Melrose. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Tuesday 22 April 2025
Tue 22 Apr, 2:30-5 pm. $35 by April 15, $40 thereafter
RSVP: FB message Sarit Ben-David Sela or email Sarit
Neo-Juice is an easy, highly enjoyable body mind experience that enables you to refresh and transform your mind, through your body.
There is no prerequisite level of fitness necessary – the movements are very simple. You can boost your performance in any aspect of your life through experiencing the 7 Neo-Juice! skills with Kathy Wolstenholme.
BRING: Water and a snack
WEAR: Anything you feel comfortable and beautiful in! The point is to feel at home and relaxed in your body, to be able to move freely, to feel good.
EXPECT: An energy-packed yet warm, soothing and totally inspiring and enlivening experience. Gainesville. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. Move, Breathe, Create with Sarit Sela - [website][email][events]
Tue 22 Apr, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Beginning Hustle!
8:00 pm Beginning Waltz
$60 for 4-week series for new dancers
$10 per night for those with experience
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford.
Hustle! Beginner Videos
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ln-qdjvj6M" text="Hustle Warm Up"]
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGLqa9d5upw" text="Hustle Hesitation Basic Step Explanation"]
- [Link=="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZzpErAHNi4" text="Hustle Change Places, She Goes, Send Out, Cross Body Lead, Wrap Turn"]
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJoEyf2d2mE" text="Hustle Change Places Explanation"]
- [Link="https://www ... Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [more][website][email][events]
Tue 22 Apr, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Hustle
8:00 pm Waltz
$60 for 4-week beginner series
$10 for those with experience
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Thursday 24 April 2025
Thu 24 Apr, 6-9 pm. No Dancing Thursday April 24 Due to a Room Conflict
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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Friday 25 April 2025
Fri 25 Apr, 7-9 pm. 7:00 pm Schottische
7:15 pm Waltz
Open Waltz, first Fridays February-June.
$10 Sponsored by CDSS. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 851 Owensville Road, Charlottesville. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Fri 25 Apr, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Beginner lesson
8:30 pm Dancing
$5
Dust off your glad rags and join the GSD hep cats for our ritzy Spring Formal. Alex Kaufman and his Orchestra will be blowin’ the joint with live tunes that will have us jitterbuggin' until the cows come home. Doll up in your swankiest duds, cause we are steppin’ back to 1939, daddy-o. Get ready to cut a rug, jive, and swing the night away.
Parking: Free parking in the Reitz Union Parking Garage. Rion Ballroom, J. Wayne Reitz Union, UF Campus, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Saturday 26 April 2025
Sat 26 Apr, 3 pm. Doors open at 2 pm. Music at 3 pm.
Tickets
www.prekindle.com/promo/id/-2853509351724472462
All Ages
Heartwood Soundstage and Grateful Gainesville Present: The Grateful Gainesville Spring Boogie and Mason Via's debut album release.
Featuring Grass is Dead, Uncle Morty's Rhythm Cream, Mason Via, Headstash, Tamayo Trio, Unwound Trio.
Starting with jams from Tamayo Trio. Then a dead set with our good friends Headstash. The local phenom and Grammy nominated Mason Via brings his Americana vibes third. Next some old school R&B with Uncle Morty's Rhythm Cream. This band is so much fun. Topping it all off with two sets of Grass is Dead doing their amazing bluegrass arrangements of The Grateful Dead. In between all outside bands, Unwound Trio will be playing the indoor stage. So bring your dancing shoes. Be ready to shop too, there will be lots of vendors selling groovy wares, food, and clothes. Don't miss this one. Heartwood Soundstage, Outdoor Stage, 619 S Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. 352-448-4849. $25 per person. Public - [website][email][events]
Sat 26 Apr, 6-8:30 pm. $7 per person at the door. Tickets are available in advance.
Fourth Saturday of the month dance.
Dress code is dressy casual. Dress pants and shirt for men. Cocktail attire for women.
For singles and couples. Rohan Regional Recreation Center, 850 Kristine Way, Wildwood, 34785. Gary and Loretta Easton, 352-396-5383. Eastons Dance Clubs - [website][email][events]
Sat 26 Apr, 6-9 pm. Swing dance to Swing Theory Jazz Band at One Love Cafe. Join us at One Love Cafe for fresh locally-sourced ingredients prepared in delicious dishes, craft beers and dancing. Bring the whole family for a great time. One Love Cafe, 4989 NW 40 Place, Gainesville, 32606. 352-593-0238. Public - [website][email][events]
Sat 26 Apr, 7-9 pm. The dancers will begin performing at 7 PM and will conclude at 9 PM.
Raqs is an Arabic word that means dance.
The ever-so-talented belly dancers, Najmah and Karen will be showcasing their art along with a host of other performers.
Seating is limited, so it’s recommended to arrive early.
Enjoy the show and the passionate performances.
For Performers:
Want to perform? Contact Najmah at Najmahdance@gmail.com
Music submissions should be sent to: karenbellydancebliss.fl@gmail.com
Blackadder Brewing Company, 618 NW 60 Street, Gainesville, 32607. Najmah Nour. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][website][email][events]
Sat 26 Apr, 7 pm-12 am. 7 pm All Levels Class
8 pm Milonga
The price for the class and milonga is just $20 for singles, $30 for couples.
We accept: Cash, PayPal, and Zelle.
Zelle: 8147468822
Dear Tangueros, we are proud to present Every Second and Fourth Saturday Night Tango Workshop and Milonga.
All levels Class will focus on: Fundamental Tango technique, posture and walking, the fundamental Tango steps, Musicality, and connection.
Instructor Natalya Ogirya
TDJ/VJ Chuck Hand
For more information, please text or call
Tango and Ties Studio
321-290-6889
dancetango21@gmail.com
Tango and Ties Ballroom Dance Club, 910 Barton Blvd, Unit 5, Rockledge. Natalya, 814-746-8822. Public - [website][email][events]
Sat 26 Apr, 7:30-10:30 pm. 6:45 pm Beginner Workshop: arrive early to learn or review the basics. Newcomers and experienced dancers are both appreciated.
Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 and under free. West End Ballroom, 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico. Traditional American Dance and Music Society - [website][email][events]
Sat 26 Apr, 8-10 pm. Doors open at 7:30 pm.
Join us while you enjoy great music, snacks, and cold A/C in a beautiful venue.
Rsvp. Limited to 60 dancers.
$15 per person, cash or check. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Sunday 27 April 2025
Sun 27 Apr, 2 pm. 2 pm Group lesson
2:40 - 5 pm Social dancing
The Cost:
ORC Member - $10
Guests - $15
An Afternoon of Ballroom Dance. 2nd and 4th Sunday of Each Month.
Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Tango, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Cha Cha, Hustle and More.
Dance Hosts will be available for an additional fee. Call 904-882-1053 for information or to reserve a dance host slot. Ortega River Club, 4165 Lakeside Drive, Jacksonville, 32210-3303. Pam Marin, 904-472-3432. Ortega River Club - [website][email][events]
Monday 28 April 2025
Mon 28 Apr, 7-8 pm. Join us for our 3 week series. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $34. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [website][email][events]
Tuesday 29 April 2025
Tue 29 Apr, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Beginning Hustle!
8:00 pm Beginning Waltz
$60 for 4-week series for new dancers
$10 per night for those with experience
You learn to dance gently, as light as a feather, without the use of force, with no pushing and pulling.
Contact me to get on the newsletter for these sessions.
Let me know if you can attend.
Invite others.
If financial considerations keep you from dancing, contact us to make arrangements you can afford.
Hustle! Beginner Videos
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ln-qdjvj6M" text="Hustle Warm Up"]
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGLqa9d5upw" text="Hustle Hesitation Basic Step Explanation"]
- [Link=="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZzpErAHNi4" text="Hustle Change Places, She Goes, Send Out, Cross Body Lead, Wrap Turn"]
- [Link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJoEyf2d2mE" text="Hustle Change Places Explanation"]
- [Link="https://www ... Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672 voice, 352-559-3750 text. Swing Dance Gainesville - [more][website][email][events]