2026
May 2026
Thursday 21 May 2026
Thu 21 May, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Social
7:30 Dancing
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated 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]
Thu 21 May, 7:30-10:30 pm. 8-Weeks of Free Progressive Lessons from April 2 to May 21.
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. Gainesville Swing Dancing - [website][email][events]
Friday 22 May 2026
Fri 22 May, 5-8 pm. Tickets $36.39
www.eventbrite.com/e/boots-bling-boogie-ladies-line-dancing-night-tickets-1987712585852
Ticket required upon entry
Experience the ultimate ladies' night out with a country twist. Grab your girls, throw on your favorite boots, and something sparkly.
This high-energy line dancing event is perfect for all experience levels—whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just in it for the fun. Enjoy a welcoming, upbeat atmosphere filled with music, laughter, complimentary drinks and snacks. Get in a little retail therapy with a custom hat bar and permanent jewelry, as well! It’s a night to let loose, learn a few moves, and make unforgettable memories with your crew.
The Barn at Lakeside Ranch, 167 Orange Lane, Hawthorne. Public - [website][events]
Saturday 23 May 2026
Sat 23 May, 11 am-1 pm. Explore our new studio, classes, and community at OHM Lab.
Yoga, Belly Dance, Meditation, Healing Arts, and Physical Therapy designed to help you find your rhythm.
Tomorrow’s classes open for booking.
A sanctuary for nervous system regulation. 2441 NW 43 Street, Suite #7, Gainesville, 32606. ?352-448-6636. Public - [website][email][events]
Sat 23 May, 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 or $25 per 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]
Sunday 24 May 2026
Sun 24 May, 4-7 pm. $10
You asked for it, so we are making it happen. We will have a Sunday Sunset Social.
DJ Koji will be playing your favorite Salsa and Bachata. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville, 32607-2800. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [website][email][events]
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Wed 27 May, 7-10 pm. Pricing:
$5 Students
$10 General
Includes class and social
Pay by Cash, Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App
What to expect:
• Bachata class and social dancing
• Bachata and Salsa music
• All levels welcome, beginners included
• No partner needed
• Fun, welcoming environment
• Drinks & snacks available inside THCA Café
• Free parking available
Join us for another amazing Latin Night at Depot Village. Come enjoy a fun evening of bachata, salsa, social dancing, great music, and good energy.
There will be drinks and snacks available inside the THCA Café, so come ready to dance, grab a bite, and enjoy the vibe.
Come dance, meet new people, and enjoy a great night in Gainesville. Bring your friends and mark yourself as going so you don’t miss it. Depot Village, 404 SE 2nd Street, Gainesville, 32601-6716. Public - [website][events]
Saturday 30 May 2026
Sat 30 May, 10 am-4 pm. Workshop Schedule
10:00 am Underestanding How DFW Swingout is Different from Other Swing Dances
10:30 am Beginners
11:30 am Beyond Beginners and Intermediate
12:30 pm Lunch (on your own)
1:30 pm Dance Nuggets for Leads and Combinations
2:30 - 4:00 pm Open Dance and Practice What You have Learned
Instructor: LaDell Headroe
Admission:
Free - Smooth Flava Members
$65 - All Others. Archer Community Center, 16671 SW 137th Avenue, Archer, 32618. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sat 30 May, 12 pm. Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW State Road 200, Ocala, 34476. Weber Wen. Public - [email][events]
Sat 30 May, 7-9 pm. Join us for a unique evening where movement meets community. Experience a one of a kind gathering as Najmah and Karen introduce their new shared vision: OHM Lab a space devoted to movement, Belly dance, wellness, and yoga. Blackadder Brewing Company, 618 NW 60 Street, Suite A, Gainesville, 32607. Najmah Nour. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][website][email][events]
June 2026
Friday 5 June 2026
Fri 5 Jun to Sat 6 Jun, 7-9 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner
Saturday 6-9 pm
Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Saturday 6 June 2026
Sat 6 Jun, 7-9 pm. Friday 7-10 pm
Saturday Noon-3 pm
Saturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner
Saturday 6-9 pm
Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sunday 7 June 2026
Sun 7 Jun, 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm Floor opens
7:00 pm Circle begins
Ccome on time. Doors will lock.
$22 Register online, limited space
https:/houseofwakinglife.com/participate
Every First Sunday at HOWL
Ecstatic Dance is a journey of sound + movement for healing, celebration, and communion. We begin with a circle to set the guidelines of the container and initiate a 90-minute journey through sound and movement. Some guidelines include no talking, staying for the duration, releasing judgment of self and others, and being in your own journey. There is no guidance aside from your inner world. Follow You.
This is a substance-free event; let the music + the dance be thy medicine
Arrive early if you would like tea, cacao, or other beverages. An altar will be formed in the space, so please feel free to bring an item you would like to be charged in the energy of the dance.
See you at the House. The House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Monday 8 June 2026
Mon 8 Jun, 6-7 pm. 6:00 pm Introduction to Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing
$10 per family per night. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Tuesday 9 June 2026
Tue 9 Jun, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Beginning Swing
8:00 pm Beginning Salsa
$60 per person for 3 week series for new dancers.
$10 per night for experienced dancers.
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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Friday 12 June 2026
Fri 12 Jun to Sun 14 Jun, 5:30 pm-12 am. Friday-Saturday
The Alchemy Club, 602 S Main Street, Gainesville, Florida
Workshops, Milonga, Show, Live Music
Bring your favorite bottle
Refreshments, water and cafe on premises
If you are able, feel free to bring your own bottle/cup
Saturday Night
7:30 - 9 pm ALL Levels workshop on musicality for dancers by Juan and Pato
9 pm - 12 am Milonga
Sunday
Ichetucknee Springs
Do not forget your bathing suit
Private residence - address to be provided to registrants
Empanada making workshop
House concert, empanadas and wine
No partner needed. We encourage learning one or both roles as proposer and or interpreter! In 2026, many women are leading, men are dancing in heels, and we are all inclusive! We are intentional about creating safe dance spaces so please let us know if you see or experience anything less than safe.
Enjoy the discount for the all inclusive FULL PASS to enjoy the entire weekend of activities in this li ... Alchemy Club, 602 S Main Street, Gainesville. Miha Kim. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [more][website][events]
Saturday 13 June 2026
Sat 13 Jun to Sun 14 Jun, 5:30 pm-12 am. Friday-Saturday
The Alchemy Club, 602 S Main Street, Gainesville, Florida
Workshops, Milonga, Show, Live Music
Bring your favorite bottle
Refreshments, water and cafe on premises
If you are able, feel free to bring your own bottle/cup
Saturday Night
7:30 - 9 pm ALL Levels workshop on musicality for dancers by Juan and Pato
9 pm - 12 am Milonga
Sunday
Ichetucknee Springs
Do not forget your bathing suit
Private residence - address to be provided to registrants
Empanada making workshop
House concert, empanadas and wine
No partner needed. We encourage learning one or both roles as proposer and or interpreter! In 2026, many women are leading, men are dancing in heels, and we are all inclusive! We are intentional about creating safe dance spaces so please let us know if you see or experience anything less than safe.
Enjoy the discount for the all inclusive FULL PASS to enjoy the entire weekend of activities in this li ... Alchemy Club, 602 S Main Street, Gainesville. Miha Kim. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [more][website][events]
Sunday 14 June 2026
Sun 14 Jun, 5:30 pm-12 am. Friday-Saturday
The Alchemy Club, 602 S Main Street, Gainesville, Florida
Workshops, Milonga, Show, Live Music
Bring your favorite bottle
Refreshments, water and cafe on premises
If you are able, feel free to bring your own bottle/cup
Saturday Night
7:30 - 9 pm ALL Levels workshop on musicality for dancers by Juan and Pato
9 pm - 12 am Milonga
Sunday
Ichetucknee Springs
Do not forget your bathing suit
Private residence - address to be provided to registrants
Empanada making workshop
House concert, empanadas and wine
No partner needed. We encourage learning one or both roles as proposer and or interpreter! In 2026, many women are leading, men are dancing in heels, and we are all inclusive! We are intentional about creating safe dance spaces so please let us know if you see or experience anything less than safe.
Enjoy the discount for the all inclusive FULL PASS to enjoy the entire weekend of activities in this li ... Alchemy Club, 602 S Main Street, Gainesville. Miha Kim. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [more][website][events]
Wednesday 17 June 2026
Wed 17 Jun, 6-8 pm. Join us for a boot scootin' good time.
We are welcoming Instructor Lisa Spangler to the brewery for a free evening of line dancing. Lessons will be provided, and all skill levels are welcome to join. Wear your boots, bring your friends, and prepare for the most fun you can have on a Wednesday. Swamp Head Brewery, 3650 SW 42 Avenue, Gainesville, 32608. Public - [website][events]
Thursday 18 June 2026
Thu 18 Jun, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Social
7:30 Dancing
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated 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 19 June 2026
Fri 19 Jun to Sun 21 Jun. 9th Annual BLSSD Future’s Teach Me To Dance Youth Fundraising Event,
ALL proceeds from the event will benefit STEM, an eight week academic summer program serving students from Kindergarten to High School incorporating the art of dance.
Beginner and Intermediate Workshops in Line Dancing, DFW Swing Out, Urban Ballroom and Chicago Style Steppin' will be offered.
ADDITIONS….Thursday night Steppin “GET WHAT YOU NEED” dance workshop and Friday night Zydeco workshop
PRICES:
ALL ACCESS PASS $85 (starting Oct 1, 2025) includes 4 parties 6 dance workshops
Saturday Main Event Table of 8: $480
$60 per person (without pass)
ALA CART PRICES
Friday Event $20
Saturday Main Event $60
All workshops $15 EACH
FRIDAY EVENT LOCATION
Martin Luther King Recreation Center
1028 NE 14th Street
6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
SATURDAY MORNING DANCE WORKSHOPS
10 am - 3 pm
SATURDAY NIGHT MAIN EVENT
Reitz Union Rion Ballroom
686 Museum Rd
... Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [more][website][events]
Saturday 20 June 2026
Sat 20 Jun, 6-9 pm. Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
[link="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GJH9CLYHYRFHA" text="Donate using Paypal, Debit, or Credit Card"]
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sunday 21 June 2026
Sun 21 Jun, 3-6 pm. 2:45 pm Doors open
3:15 - 3:45 pm Beginner class
4:00 - 5:00 pm Special topics class
5:15 - 6:00 pm Practice time
Class starts promptly at 3:15 pm, starts on time, and will go until 5 pm.
$20 entry
Cash or Zelle only
Come early to say hello and enjoy the tea and snacks, plus time to meet your teacher and dance partners and settle in with a relaxed social warm-up before class begins.
What to bring:
• Shoes that slide
• Water to drink
The class will be taught by Andy, author of How to Dance With a Partner.
After class, enjoy several hours of open practice and social dancing. We will keep dancing as long as people are on the floor.
Feel free to bring finger foods or snacks to share.
Location: Message Ratna for directions. The location is a bit tricky to find.
Special Bonus:
Andy’s book How to Dance With a Partner will be available for purchase at about 50% off retail price.
More info: www.PartnerDancing.com. PM Respiratory Services, 3306 SW 26 Avenue, Suite 402, Ocala. Ratna Suthar. Public - [website][events]
July 2026
Thursday 2 July 2026
Thu 2 Jul, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Beginning Argentine Tango
7:00 pm Beginning Swing
8:00 pm Beginning Salsa
$30 per person for 2 week series for new dancers.
$10 per night for experienced dancers.
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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]
Friday 3 July 2026
Fri 3 Jul to Sun 5 Jul. Featuring:
Two callers: Janet Shepherd and Dwayne Johnson
Two bands: Kingfisher and Crossover
Friday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 12-4 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner
Saturday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Sunday 11-3 pm Contra Dances
Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Saturday 4 July 2026
Sat 4 Jul to Sun 5 Jul. Featuring:
Two callers: Janet Shepherd and Dwayne Johnson
Two bands: Kingfisher and Crossover
Friday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 12-4 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner
Saturday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Sunday 11-3 pm Contra Dances
Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sunday 5 July 2026
Sun 5 Jul. Featuring:
Two callers: Janet Shepherd and Dwayne Johnson
Two bands: Kingfisher and Crossover
Friday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 12-4 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner
Saturday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Sunday 11-3 pm Contra Dances
Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sun 5 Jul, 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm Floor opens
7:00 pm Circle begins
Ccome on time. Doors will lock.
$22 Register online, limited space
https:/houseofwakinglife.com/participate
Every First Sunday at HOWL
Ecstatic Dance is a journey of sound + movement for healing, celebration, and communion. We begin with a circle to set the guidelines of the container and initiate a 90-minute journey through sound and movement. Some guidelines include no talking, staying for the duration, releasing judgment of self and others, and being in your own journey. There is no guidance aside from your inner world. Follow You.
This is a substance-free event; let the music + the dance be thy medicine
Arrive early if you would like tea, cacao, or other beverages. An altar will be formed in the space, so please feel free to bring an item you would like to be charged in the energy of the dance.
See you at the House. The House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Monday 6 July 2026
Mon 6 Jul, 6-7 pm. 6:00 pm Introduction to Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing
$10 per family per night. Congregation B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [email][events]
Thursday 16 July 2026
Thu 16 Jul, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Social
7:30 Dancing
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated 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]
Saturday 18 July 2026
Sat 18 Jul, 6-9 pm. Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
[link="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GJH9CLYHYRFHA" text="Donate using Paypal, Debit, or Credit Card"]
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sunday 19 July 2026
Sun 19 Jul, 4-7 pm. Feel the joy. Come dance with us at the Rosa B. for great exercise, fellowship, fun, and learning.
Once a month, Smooth Flava Dance invites local line dance groups to come Take Over class.
This week, we are excited that Ms. Gwen will be bringing you all the latest line dances that you have been dying to learn. So bring your fans and get ready to Show Out at the Rosa B.
We Dance with a Purpose. The lessons are Free, but donations are gratefully accepted. All proceeds go to BLSSD Future, a 501c3 charity that provides scholarships for Gainesville area kids to attend STEM summer camp.
Donate via CashApp at $blssdfuture. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
August 2026
Sunday 2 August 2026
Sun 2 Aug, 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm Floor opens
7:00 pm Circle begins
Ccome on time. Doors will lock.
$22 Register online, limited space
https:/houseofwakinglife.com/participate
Every First Sunday at HOWL
Ecstatic Dance is a journey of sound + movement for healing, celebration, and communion. We begin with a circle to set the guidelines of the container and initiate a 90-minute journey through sound and movement. Some guidelines include no talking, staying for the duration, releasing judgment of self and others, and being in your own journey. There is no guidance aside from your inner world. Follow You.
This is a substance-free event; let the music + the dance be thy medicine
Arrive early if you would like tea, cacao, or other beverages. An altar will be formed in the space, so please feel free to bring an item you would like to be charged in the energy of the dance.
See you at the House. The House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Thursday 20 August 2026
Thu 20 Aug, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Social
7:30 Dancing
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated 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]
September 2026
Friday 4 September 2026
Fri 4 Sep to Sun 6 Sep. Featuring:
Two callers: Kenny Greer and Jeremy Peterson
Two bands: Potent Brew and ContraGrass
Friday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 12-4 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner
Saturday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Sunday 11-3 pm Contra Dances
Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe.
[link="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GJH9CLYHYRFHA" text="Donate using Paypal, Debit, or Credit Card"]. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Saturday 5 September 2026
Sat 5 Sep to Sun 6 Sep. Featuring:
Two callers: Kenny Greer and Jeremy Peterson
Two bands: Potent Brew and ContraGrass
Friday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 12-4 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner
Saturday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Sunday 11-3 pm Contra Dances
Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe.
[link="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GJH9CLYHYRFHA" text="Donate using Paypal, Debit, or Credit Card"]. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sunday 6 September 2026
Sun 6 Sep. Featuring:
Two callers: Kenny Greer and Jeremy Peterson
Two bands: Potent Brew and ContraGrass
Friday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 12-4 pm Contra Dances
Saturday 4:30 pm Potluck Dinner
Saturday 6-10 pm Contra Dances
Sunday 11-3 pm Contra Dances
Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe.
[link="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GJH9CLYHYRFHA" text="Donate using Paypal, Debit, or Credit Card"]. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
Sun 6 Sep, 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm Floor opens
7:00 pm Circle begins
Ccome on time. Doors will lock.
$22 Register online, limited space
https:/houseofwakinglife.com/participate
Every First Sunday at HOWL
Ecstatic Dance is a journey of sound + movement for healing, celebration, and communion. We begin with a circle to set the guidelines of the container and initiate a 90-minute journey through sound and movement. Some guidelines include no talking, staying for the duration, releasing judgment of self and others, and being in your own journey. There is no guidance aside from your inner world. Follow You.
This is a substance-free event; let the music + the dance be thy medicine
Arrive early if you would like tea, cacao, or other beverages. An altar will be formed in the space, so please feel free to bring an item you would like to be charged in the energy of the dance.
See you at the House. The House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Thursday 17 September 2026
Thu 17 Sep, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Social
7:30 Dancing
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated 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]
Saturday 19 September 2026
Sat 19 Sep, 6-9 pm. Suggested Donation
Adults
1st weekends: $15-30 per dance session or $30-60 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $10-20
Youth (under 26)
1st weekends: $7.50-15 per dance session or $15-30 for weekend pass
3rd Saturdays: $5-10
Children under 16 admitted free when accompanied by an adult
Payment should be made online whenever possible (in advance, or the day of, or the day after, or …)
[link="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GJH9CLYHYRFHA" text="Donate using Paypal, Debit, or Credit Card"]
If this does not work for you, come to the dance regardless, and talk to Joe. Dancing Fish of Lake Santa Fe, 24800 SR-26, Melrose, 32666. Joe Rush. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [website][email][events]
October 2026
Sunday 4 October 2026
Sun 4 Oct, 2-5 pm. With Master Instructor Tony Anderson of Pensacola Smooth Dancers.
2 - 3:30 pm Beginners Class
$25 adv, $30 at the door
Includes Party
3:30 - 5 PM Intermediate Class
$25 adv, $30 at the door
Includes Party
5 - 7 pm Dance Party Only
$10
Workshop Pass includes both workshops and the party
$40
Purchase Tickets via Cash App
$blssdfuture. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sun 4 Oct, 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm Floor opens
7:00 pm Circle begins
Ccome on time. Doors will lock.
$22 Register online, limited space
https:/houseofwakinglife.com/participate
Every First Sunday at HOWL
Ecstatic Dance is a journey of sound + movement for healing, celebration, and communion. We begin with a circle to set the guidelines of the container and initiate a 90-minute journey through sound and movement. Some guidelines include no talking, staying for the duration, releasing judgment of self and others, and being in your own journey. There is no guidance aside from your inner world. Follow You.
This is a substance-free event; let the music + the dance be thy medicine
Arrive early if you would like tea, cacao, or other beverages. An altar will be formed in the space, so please feel free to bring an item you would like to be charged in the energy of the dance.
See you at the House. The House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Thursday 15 October 2026
Thu 15 Oct, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Social
7:30 Dancing
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated 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]
November 2026
Sunday 1 November 2026
Sun 1 Nov, 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm Floor opens
7:00 pm Circle begins
Ccome on time. Doors will lock.
$22 Register online, limited space
https:/houseofwakinglife.com/participate
Every First Sunday at HOWL
Ecstatic Dance is a journey of sound + movement for healing, celebration, and communion. We begin with a circle to set the guidelines of the container and initiate a 90-minute journey through sound and movement. Some guidelines include no talking, staying for the duration, releasing judgment of self and others, and being in your own journey. There is no guidance aside from your inner world. Follow You.
This is a substance-free event; let the music + the dance be thy medicine
Arrive early if you would like tea, cacao, or other beverages. An altar will be formed in the space, so please feel free to bring an item you would like to be charged in the energy of the dance.
See you at the House. The House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Thursday 19 November 2026
Thu 19 Nov, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Social
7:30 Dancing
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated 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]
December 2026
Sunday 6 December 2026
Sun 6 Dec, 12-6 pm. MVP Productions, The Doc Steppin Network, and Smooth Flava Dance Presents
12 pm Beginners, $50 adv, $55 at the door
1:30 pm Beyond Beginners, $50 adv, $55 at the door
3 - 6 pm Dance Party, $20 adv, $25 at the door
Day Pass $65 adv
Includes 1 workshop and the dance party
No day passes at the door.
Kevin "Doc" Dockery has been steppin for decades and was the 1st place winner of the Masters category at the 2026 World's Largest Steppin Competition (WLSC) in Chicago. He is affectionately known as Da Master of
Steppin. Do not miss this amazing opportunity to learn from one of the
best.
Purchase Tickets via
Cash App $blssdfuture
Recommended Hotel: Holiday Inn Express in Starke. 1610 Temple Avenue, Starke. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [website][events]
Sun 6 Dec, 6:30 pm. 6:30 pm Floor opens
7:00 pm Circle begins
Ccome on time. Doors will lock.
$22 Register online, limited space
https:/houseofwakinglife.com/participate
Every First Sunday at HOWL
Ecstatic Dance is a journey of sound + movement for healing, celebration, and communion. We begin with a circle to set the guidelines of the container and initiate a 90-minute journey through sound and movement. Some guidelines include no talking, staying for the duration, releasing judgment of self and others, and being in your own journey. There is no guidance aside from your inner world. Follow You.
This is a substance-free event; let the music + the dance be thy medicine
Arrive early if you would like tea, cacao, or other beverages. An altar will be formed in the space, so please feel free to bring an item you would like to be charged in the energy of the dance.
See you at the House. The House of Waking Life, 109 SE 4th Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [website][email][events]
Thursday 17 December 2026
Thu 17 Dec, 7-9:30 pm. 7:00 Social
7:30 Dancing
The USA Dance Ocala venue is located in the Barn at Bellemoor, an elegant and spacious ballroom/wedding venue situated 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]