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Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Sunday Morning Weekday Services Tefillin Club

Conversational Hebrew for youth

Swingin into Dance with Ladell Headroe

Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Kol Chadash Singing Group

Belly Dance Love with Najmah

Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

Bridge for Beginners

Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

English Country Dancing

Anthropology of the Prayerbook with Jerry Murray

Introduction to Yoga

Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Torah on Tuesdays

Klezmer Kapelye

Tuseday Prayer in the AM Tefillin Club

Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Argentine Tango, Swing or Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Cafe Chabad

Tuesday Afternoon Minyan

Sip N' Swing at The Bull

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

Hebrew for Beginners

West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith

Pirkei Avot - For Students By Students

Introduction to Yoga

Friendship Circle

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

UF Argentine Tango Class with Trista and Alper

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

Boots Dance with Vanessa

International Folk Dancing in Gainesville

West Coast Swing Beginner Class in Ocala

Argentine Tango with Andrea

Beginning Swing Dancing Lesson and Social Dancing

Belly Dance Technique and Combinations with Karen Muratti

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Chassidic Discourses

Morning Minyan / Schmooze with the Rabbi

Walking With God - Class with Rabbi Kaiman

Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala

Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Argentine Tango, Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy

Israeli Dance Beginners with Kathie

Line Dancing Class with Lisa

Yoga

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

Pasta N Parsha

Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing

Chanie's Kitchen

West Coast Swing with Sharrone Smith

Kabbalat Shabbat

Friday Night Service and Free Kosher Dinner

Friday Night Live and Soul Strings

Friday Night Live

Shabbat Services Morning and Afternoon

Torah Circle

Tot Shabbat

Shabbat Morning Services

Morning Service & Kiddush

Evening & Havdalah Service

Other

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala

Daily Lunch and Dinner at Hillel Kosher Restaurant

Kangoo Boots Dance with Melany and Vanessa

Maimonides Ongoing Social Service Programs

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Clover Squares in Williston

Irish Dance with Piper

Nia Holistic Movement

West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social

Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata

2

Senior Line Dancing with Andy 4 of 4

Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 1 of 5

DFW Swing Out Class

International Folk Dancing

New Beginner Series Swing, Waltz and Argentine Tango with Andy 4 of 4

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

3

First Fridays Social Dance Party with Wanda

4

17th Gainesville Jazz Festival

Baila Caliente's Bachata Social

5

Nia Holistic Movement

Contra Dance

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta with Elio

Line Dancing and Swingout Class

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

UF Argentine Tango Class

Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck

6

Two Step and Hustle with Andy

English Country Dancing

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Argentine Tango with Trista

Israeli Dancing with Andy

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa

7

Grand Squares with Lonnie

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen

DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna

Scottish Country Dancing with Norma

Dance Camp International Folk

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

8

Clover Squares in Williston

Irish Dance with Piper

Nia Holistic Movement

West Coast Swing at 6 Street North with Chad

Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata

9

Senior Line Dancing with Andy 1 of 1

Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 2 of 5

DFW Swing Out Class

International Folk Dancing

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

10

Contra Dance in Melrose

Hippvana Nights in the Hipp Lower Level with Elio

11

Shimmy Mob World Belly Dance Day with Lee

Argentine Tango Milonga El Abrazo with Jorge and Anabel

Ballroom Dance Party with Ray and Eileen

Salsa and Bachata Social with Koji

12

Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck

Nia Holistic Movement

Line Dancing and Swingout Class

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

UF Argentine Tango Class

13

English Country Dancing

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Argentine Tango with Trista

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa

14

Grand Squares with Lonnie

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen

DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna

Scottish Country Dancing with Norma

Dance Camp International Folk

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

15

Clover Squares in Williston

Irish Dance with Piper

Nia Holistic Movement

West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social

Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata

16

Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 3 of 5

DFW Swing Out Class

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

17

Waltz Weekend with Richard Powers - Advanced Registration

Heartwood Presents LPT-Afro Cuban Salsa

18

Embodied Prayer: 5Rhythms® Movement Exploration with Amber Ryan

Luna of Cairo Belly Dance Workshops

Ballroom Dance Mini Match Competition in Daytona with Ray and Eileen

Swing Theory at One Love Cafe - confirm

Contra Dance

Luna of Cairo A Night on the Nile

Baila Caliente's Salsa Social

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Waltz Weekend with Richard Powers - Advanced Registration

Luna of Cairo Belly Dance Workshops

Nia Holistic Movement

Vintage Waltz with Richard

Free Introduction to On2 Salsa with Koji

Line Dancing and Swingout Class

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

UF Argentine Tango Class

Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck - confirm

20

English Country Dancing

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Argentine Tango with Trista

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa

21

Grand Squares with Lonnie

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen

DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna

Scottish Country Dancing with Norma

Dance Camp International Folk

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

22

Clover Squares in Williston

Irish Dance with Piper

Nia Holistic Movement

West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social

Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata

23

Contra Dance at Stephen Foster State Park

Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 4 of 5

DFW Swing Out Class

International Folk Dancing

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

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Ballroom Dance Red, White and Blue Party with Ray and Eileen

26

Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck - confirm

Nia Holistic Movement

Line Dancing and Swingout Class

Zafire Sunset Salsa and Bachata Social - confirm

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

UF Argentine Tango Class

27

English Country Dancing

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Argentine Tango with Trista

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa

28

Grand Squares with Lonnie

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Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit Sundays Gainesville Nia Holistic
Sunday Morning Weekday Services Tefillin Club Sundays Gainesville Chabad
Conversational Hebrew for youth Sundays Gainesville JCCWW
Swingin into Dance with Ladell Headroe Sundays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd Sundays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Kol Chadash Singing Group Sundays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Belly Dance Love with Najmah Sundays Gainesville Najmah Nour
Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti Mondays Gainesville GCC
Bridge for Beginners Mondays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd Mondays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville Mondays Gainesville Baila Calien
English Country Dancing Mondays Gainesville ECD
Anthropology of the Prayerbook with Jerry Murray Mondays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Introduction to Yoga Mondays Gainesville JCCWW
Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy Mondays Gainesville IDanceAW
Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial Mondays Gainesville Mundial
Torah on Tuesdays Tuesdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Klezmer Kapelye Tuesdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Tuseday Prayer in the AM Tefillin Club Tuesdays Gainesville Chabad
Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd Tuesdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Argentine Tango, Swing or Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy Tuesdays Gainesville SwingDance
Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala Tuesdays Ocala Baila Calien
Cafe Chabad Tuesdays Gainesville Chabad
Tuesday Afternoon Minyan Tuesdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Sip N' Swing at The Bull Tuesdays Gainesville UF Swing Dan
Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial Tuesdays Gainesville Mundial
Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd Tuesdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Hebrew for Beginners Tuesdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith Tuesdays Gainesville Public
Pirkei Avot - For Students By Students Tuesdays Gainesville Chabad
Introduction to Yoga Wednesdays Gainesville JCCWW
Friendship Circle Wednesdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit Wednesdays Gainesville Nia Holistic
UF Argentine Tango Class with Trista and Alper Wednesdays Gainesville UF Argentine
Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville Wednesdays Gainesville Baila Calien
Boots Dance with Vanessa Wednesdays Gainesville Public
International Folk Dancing in Gainesville Wednesdays Gainesville GIFD
West Coast Swing Beginner Class in Ocala Wednesdays Ocala Ocala Dance
Argentine Tango with Andrea Wednesdays Gainesville Tango Papiru
Beginning Swing Dancing Lesson and Social Dancing Wednesdays Gainesville UF Swing Dan
Belly Dance Technique and Combinations with Karen Muratti Wednesdays Gainesville GCC
Salsa with Salsa Mundial Wednesdays Gainesville Mundial
Chassidic Discourses Wednesdays Gainesville Chabad
Morning Minyan / Schmooze with the Rabbi Thursdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Walking With God - Class with Rabbi Kaiman Thursdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala Thursdays Ocala Public
Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd Thursdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Argentine Tango, Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy Thursdays Gainesville SwingDance
Israeli Dance Beginners with Kathie Thursdays Gainesville KolSimcha
Line Dancing Class with Lisa Thursdays Gainesville ParrisDanc
Yoga Thursdays Gainesville JCCWW
Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd Thursdays Gainesville Smooth Flava
Pasta N Parsha Thursdays Gainesville Chabad
Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing Thursdays Gainesville UF Swing Dan
Chanie's Kitchen Thursdays Gainesville Chabad
West Coast Swing with Sharrone Smith Fridays Gainesville Public
Kabbalat Shabbat Fridays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Friday Night Service and Free Kosher Dinner Fridays Gainesville HillelUF
Friday Night Live and Soul Strings Fridays Gainesville Chabad
Friday Night Live Fridays Gainesville Chabad
Shabbat Services Morning and Afternoon Saturdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Torah Circle Saturdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Tot Shabbat Saturdays Gainesville BnaiIsrae
Shabbat Morning Services Saturdays Gainesville Chabad
Morning Service & Kiddush Saturdays Gainesville Chabad
Evening & Havdalah Service Saturdays Gainesville Chabad
All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala Other Ocala AM
Daily Lunch and Dinner at Hillel Kosher Restaurant Other Gainesville HillelUF
Kangoo Boots Dance with Melany and Vanessa Other Gainesville Public
Maimonides Ongoing Social Service Programs Other Gainesville Maimonides S
Clover Squares in Williston Wed 5/01/19 Williston Grand Square
Irish Dance with Piper Wed 5/01/19 Gainesville Inisheer Iri
Nia Holistic Movement Wed 5/01/19 Gainesville Nia Holistic
West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social Wed 5/01/19 Gainesville WCSJA
Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata Wed 5/01/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Senior Line Dancing with Andy 4 of 4 Thu 5/02/19 Gainesville GDA
Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo Thu 5/02/19 Gainesville KolSimcha
Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino Thu 5/02/19 Gainesville GSC
Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 1 of 5 Thu 5/02/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
DFW Swing Out Class Thu 5/02/19 Gainesville TexasSwing
International Folk Dancing Thu 5/02/19 Gainesville GIFD
New Beginner Series Swing, Waltz and Argentine Tango with Andy 4 of 4 Thu 5/02/19 Gainesville SwingDance
Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial Thu 5/02/19 Gainesville Mundial
First Fridays Social Dance Party with Wanda Fri 5/03/19 Gainesville Smooth Flava
17th Gainesville Jazz Festival Sat 5/04/19 Newberry SwingDance
Baila Caliente's Bachata Social Sat 5/04/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Nia Holistic Movement Sun 5/05/19 Gainesville Nia Holistic
Contra Dance Sun 5/05/19 Gainesville GODS
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta with Elio Sun 5/05/19 Gainesville GDA
Line Dancing and Swingout Class Sun 5/05/19 Gainesville Smooth Flava
West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala Sun 5/05/19 Ocala Ocala Dance
UF Argentine Tango Class Sun 5/05/19 Gainesville UF Argentine
Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck Sun 5/05/19 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Two Step and Hustle with Andy Mon 5/06/19 Gainesville SwingDance
English Country Dancing Mon 5/06/19 Gainesville ECD
Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino Mon 5/06/19 Gainesville GSC
Argentine Tango with Trista Mon 5/06/19 Gainesville GTE
Israeli Dancing with Andy Mon 5/06/19 Gainesville IDanceAW
Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Mon 5/06/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Grand Squares with Lonnie Tue 5/07/19 Gainesville Grand Square
Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen Tue 5/07/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna Tue 5/07/19 Gainesville TexasSwing
Scottish Country Dancing with Norma Tue 5/07/19 Gainesville Scottish
Dance Camp International Folk Tue 5/07/19 Gainesville DC
Salsa with Salsa Mundial Tue 5/07/19 Gainesville Mundial
Clover Squares in Williston Wed 5/08/19 Williston Grand Square
Irish Dance with Piper Wed 5/08/19 Gainesville Inisheer Iri
Nia Holistic Movement Wed 5/08/19 Gainesville Nia Holistic
West Coast Swing at 6 Street North with Chad Wed 5/08/19 Gainesville Chad Big Dad
Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata Wed 5/08/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Senior Line Dancing with Andy 1 of 1 Thu 5/09/19 Gainesville GDA
Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo Thu 5/09/19 Gainesville KolSimcha
Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino Thu 5/09/19 Gainesville GSC
Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 2 of 5 Thu 5/09/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
DFW Swing Out Class Thu 5/09/19 Gainesville TexasSwing
International Folk Dancing Thu 5/09/19 Gainesville GIFD
Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial Thu 5/09/19 Gainesville Mundial
Contra Dance in Melrose Fri 5/10/19 Gainesville GODS
Hippvana Nights in the Hipp Lower Level with Elio Fri 5/10/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Shimmy Mob World Belly Dance Day with Lee Sat 5/11/19 Gainesville Belly Dance
Argentine Tango Milonga El Abrazo with Jorge and Anabel Sat 5/11/19 Gainesville Tango El Abr
Ballroom Dance Party with Ray and Eileen Sat 5/11/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Salsa and Bachata Social with Koji Sat 5/11/19 Gainesville Mundial
Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck Sun 5/12/19 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Nia Holistic Movement Sun 5/12/19 Gainesville Nia Holistic
Line Dancing and Swingout Class Sun 5/12/19 Gainesville Smooth Flava
West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala Sun 5/12/19 Ocala Ocala Dance
UF Argentine Tango Class Sun 5/12/19 Gainesville UF Argentine
English Country Dancing Mon 5/13/19 Gainesville ECD
Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino Mon 5/13/19 Gainesville GSC
Argentine Tango with Trista Mon 5/13/19 Gainesville GTE
Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Mon 5/13/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Grand Squares with Lonnie Tue 5/14/19 Gainesville Grand Square
Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen Tue 5/14/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna Tue 5/14/19 Gainesville TexasSwing
Scottish Country Dancing with Norma Tue 5/14/19 Gainesville Scottish
Dance Camp International Folk Tue 5/14/19 Gainesville DC
Salsa with Salsa Mundial Tue 5/14/19 Gainesville Mundial
Clover Squares in Williston Wed 5/15/19 Williston Grand Square
Irish Dance with Piper Wed 5/15/19 Gainesville Inisheer Iri
Nia Holistic Movement Wed 5/15/19 Gainesville Nia Holistic
West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social Wed 5/15/19 Gainesville WCSJA
Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata Wed 5/15/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo Thu 5/16/19 Gainesville KolSimcha
Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino Thu 5/16/19 Gainesville GSC
Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 3 of 5 Thu 5/16/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
DFW Swing Out Class Thu 5/16/19 Gainesville TexasSwing
Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial Thu 5/16/19 Gainesville Mundial
Waltz Weekend with Richard Powers - Advanced Registration Fri 5/17/19 Gainesville GODS
Heartwood Presents LPT-Afro Cuban Salsa Fri 5/17/19 Gainesville Mundial
Embodied Prayer: 5Rhythms® Movement Exploration with Amber Ryan Sat 5/18/19 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Luna of Cairo Belly Dance Workshops Sat 5/18/19 Gainesville Belly Dance
Ballroom Dance Mini Match Competition in Daytona with Ray and Eileen Sat 5/18/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Swing Theory at One Love Cafe - confirm Sat 5/18/19 Gainesville SwingDance
Contra Dance Sat 5/18/19 Gainesville GODS
Luna of Cairo A Night on the Nile Sat 5/18/19 Gainesville Belly Dance
Baila Caliente's Salsa Social Sat 5/18/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Waltz Weekend with Richard Powers - Advanced Registration Sun 5/19/19 Gainesville GODS
Luna of Cairo Belly Dance Workshops Sun 5/19/19 Gainesville Belly Dance
Nia Holistic Movement Sun 5/19/19 Gainesville Nia Holistic
Vintage Waltz with Richard Sun 5/19/19 Gainesville Waltz
Free Introduction to On2 Salsa with Koji Sun 5/19/19 Gainesville Mundial
Line Dancing and Swingout Class Sun 5/19/19 Gainesville Smooth Flava
West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala Sun 5/19/19 Ocala Ocala Dance
UF Argentine Tango Class Sun 5/19/19 Gainesville UF Argentine
Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck - confirm Sun 5/19/19 Gainesville Aurora Heali
English Country Dancing Mon 5/20/19 Gainesville ECD
Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino Mon 5/20/19 Gainesville GSC
Argentine Tango with Trista Mon 5/20/19 Gainesville GTE
Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Mon 5/20/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Grand Squares with Lonnie Tue 5/21/19 Gainesville Grand Square
Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen Tue 5/21/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna Tue 5/21/19 Gainesville TexasSwing
Scottish Country Dancing with Norma Tue 5/21/19 Gainesville Scottish
Dance Camp International Folk Tue 5/21/19 Gainesville DC
Salsa with Salsa Mundial Tue 5/21/19 Gainesville Mundial
Clover Squares in Williston Wed 5/22/19 Williston Grand Square
Irish Dance with Piper Wed 5/22/19 Gainesville Inisheer Iri
Nia Holistic Movement Wed 5/22/19 Gainesville Nia Holistic
West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social Wed 5/22/19 Gainesville WCSJA
Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata Wed 5/22/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Contra Dance at Stephen Foster State Park Thu 5/23/19 White Springs GODS
Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo Thu 5/23/19 Gainesville KolSimcha
Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino Thu 5/23/19 Gainesville GSC
Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 4 of 5 Thu 5/23/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
DFW Swing Out Class Thu 5/23/19 Gainesville TexasSwing
International Folk Dancing Thu 5/23/19 Gainesville GIFD
Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial Thu 5/23/19 Gainesville Mundial
Ballroom Dance Red, White and Blue Party with Ray and Eileen Sat 5/25/19 Gainesville ParrisDanc
Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck - confirm Sun 5/26/19 Gainesville Aurora Heali
Nia Holistic Movement Sun 5/26/19 Gainesville Nia Holistic
Line Dancing and Swingout Class Sun 5/26/19 Gainesville Smooth Flava
Zafire Sunset Salsa and Bachata Social - confirm Sun 5/26/19 Gainesville Mundial
West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala Sun 5/26/19 Ocala Ocala Dance
UF Argentine Tango Class Sun 5/26/19 Gainesville UF Argentine
English Country Dancing Mon 5/27/19 Gainesville ECD
Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino Mon 5/27/19 Gainesville GSC
Argentine Tango with Trista Mon 5/27/19 Gainesville GTE
Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa Mon 5/27/19 Gainesville Baila Calien
Grand Squares with Lonnie Tue 5/28/19 Gainesville Grand Square
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Ongoing


Sundays

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Ongoing Sundays, 10-11 am. Join Sarit for weekly outdoor Nia classes at the Thomas Center Gardens. Nia is a low-impact movement technique, inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. Nia is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Nia creates a playful and powerful experience, boosting pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Small group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere. Sarit Ben-David Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor, who has been sharing her passion to Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011. To RSVP and for questions, please contact Sarit. Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][email][events]

Sunday Morning Weekday Services Tefillin Club

Ongoing Sundays, 10-11 am. Give arms to our brothes in Israel. Join us to nourish your body and soul as we lay Tefillin, say the Shema, and enjoy breakfast. Special 15 minute Chassidic Philosophy video presentation of the Living Torah series. Bring your own Tefillin or use one of our pairs. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]

Conversational Hebrew for youth

Ongoing Sundays, 2:30-3:30 pm. A class to learn contemporary Hebrew. Gainesville, 32604. Avital, 352-376-1508 ext.108. $7/ Student. Jewish Community Center Without Walls - [email][events]

Swingin into Dance with Ladell Headroe

Ongoing Sundays, 3-8 pm. 3-5 pm Swingout Workshop 5-8 pm Dance Party including line dancing with James Wesley Jr. $25 for dance workshop and dance party $20 workshop only $15 dance party only Cashapp $blssdfuture Conch and More will be on location. If you cannot attend, donations will be greatly appreciated. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [facebook][events]

Dance Dance Dance with Wanda Lloyd

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

Kol Chadash Singing Group

Ongoing Sundays, 5-6:30 pm. For all ages, providing harmonies to melodies for selected B'nai Israel services. We learn to sing, read and experience Jewish music together during group rehearsals. If you like to sing and can follow a line of music, please join us. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville. Kris Cohen 386-418-4626, Libby Brateman 352-376-6835. Congregation B'nai Israel - [events]

Belly Dance Love with Najmah

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


Mondays

Heart Mind Healing Belly Dance with Karen Muratti

Ongoing Mondays, 10:30 am-11:30 pm. Get centered, flexible, and fit with Middle Eastern dance. In this class, we will focus on balance, arm and hip movements, fluidity and creativity, working on posture, and introducing new combinations. Breathe, move, flow, and experience the healing power of dance. No experience needed. [link="https://www.heartmindgnv.com/booknow"]. Thornebrook Village, Suite 25A, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]

Bridge for Beginners

Ongoing Mondays, 1:30-3:30 pm. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville. 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [email][events]

Cardio Line Dance with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Mondays, 5:30-6:30 pm. Come get your steps in y'all. Everyone is welcome. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

Ongoing Mondays, 6-9 pm. Mondays 6:00 pm Beginners Bachata 7:00 pm Bachata Footwork and Styling 8:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork 9:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork Wednesdays 6:00 pm Beginners Salsa 7:00 pm Salsa Footwork and Styling 8:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork 9:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork All levels of dancers welcome. Gainesville’s 5 Star Comedy & Jazz Event Center, 534 N. Main Street, Gainesville. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]

English Country Dancing

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

Anthropology of the Prayerbook with Jerry Murray

Ongoing Mondays, 7 pm. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville. 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [email][events]

Introduction to Yoga

Ongoing Mondays, 7-8 pm. B'nai Israel Social Hall, Gainesville. 352-373-1806. $10 m, $12 nm. Jewish Community Center Without Walls - [email][events]

Israeli Circle and Partner Dancing with Andy

Ongoing Mondays, 7-9 pm. We are not Israeli dancing the first four weeks in April because I will be out of town and because of conflicts with Passover. We resume dancing on Monday, April 30. 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]

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ongoing Mondays, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30 pm Salsa 8:30 pm Bachata. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]


Tuesdays

Torah on Tuesdays

Ongoing Tuesdays. A freewheeling discussion of the Book of Genesis. Takes place at lunchtime in the Hillel Dining Room. Kosher Lunch available. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Synagogue Office, Gainesville, 32605. Rabbi Kaiman, 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [email][events]

Klezmer Kapelye

Ongoing Tuesdays, 7 am-8:30 pm. Jewish instrumental dance music jam session. All instruments and levels welcome. B'nai Israel, 3830 NW 16th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. 352-371-3249. Congregation B'nai Israel - [email][events]

Tuseday Prayer in the AM Tefillin Club

Ongoing Tuesdays, 8-8:45 am. Prayer followed by Halacha 101. Coffee and cake served. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]

Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Tuesdays, 5:45-6:45 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dance with a purpose. Donations are welcome. $blssdfuture. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Argentine Tango, Swing or Hustle!, and Dance Mix with Andy

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. No dancing on April 2, 9, and 23 because I will be out of town and because of a conflict with Passover. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Swing or Hustle! 8:00 pm Dance Mix $10 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]

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Ocala

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-9 pm. 6:00 pm Salsa 7:00 pm Bachata 8:00 pm Salsa. One Health Center 1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala, 34471. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]

Cafe Chabad

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm. Kosher, social night out. No reservations necessary. Come hang out with friends and enjoy good Kosher food. An opportunity to get a fresh, home- cooked, delicious meal, and taste a variety of Kosher culinary delights. Cost: Students $7 Adult $10 Child $6 Café Chabad is subsidized by: Dr. & Mrs. Michael & Betty Wolf In loving memory of his father: Chanoch Elazar Ben Toviah Noach - Leonard Wolf. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Rabbi Berl Goldman, Director, 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]

Tuesday Afternoon Minyan

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6 pm. Evening weekday Minhah / Maariv. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Rabbi Kaiman, 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [bnagiainesville][email][events]

Sip N' Swing at The Bull

Ongoing Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. Join us every Tuesday at The Bull for Sip N' Swing. We cannot wait to dance with you. Jazz Jam: For those who are musically inclined, please join us for the Pre-Sip Jazz Jam starting at 6 pm. No partner or experience needed. Relax, have a drink, and dip your toes into swing dancing. We welcome beginners and experienced dancers, come share some time with friends. While this event is free, please support the Bull who is generously hosting and providing a welcoming space for dancing. 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 The Bull, 18 SW 1 Avenue, Gainesville. Edward Stephen Gavlick III, 352-246-4525. UF Swing Dance Club - [facebook][email][events]

Bachata and Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-10 pm. 7:30 pm Salsa 8:30 pm Team Rehearsal. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

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

Hebrew for Beginners

Ongoing Tuesdays, 7 pm. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville. 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [email][events]

West Coast Swing with Gainesville Westies and Sharrone Smith

Ongoing Tuesdays, 7-9 pm. Tuesdays January 16 through April 2. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. $10. Public - [facebook][events]

Pirkei Avot - For Students By Students

Ongoing Tuesdays, 8:45-9:45 pm. Confront your temptations. Study Ethics of our Fathers. Call for location, Gainesville, 32603. Rabbi Berl Goldman, Director, 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]


Wednesdays

Introduction to Yoga

Ongoing Wednesdays, 9-10 am. B'nai Israel Social Hall, Gainesville. 352-373-1806. $10 m, $12 nm. Jewish Community Center Without Walls - [email][events]

Friendship Circle

Ongoing Wednesdays, 10 am. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville. Denise Blumenthal, 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [events]

Nia Holistic Movement with Sarit

Ongoing Wednesdays, 12-1 pm. Join Sarit for weekly outdoor Nia classes at the Thomas Center Gardens. Nia is a low-impact movement technique, inspired by dance, martial arts, and mindfulness practices. Nia is easily adaptable to all levels of fitness and experience. Nia creates a playful and powerful experience, boosting pleasure, strength, mobility, stability, and overall well-being. Small group classes are facilitated in a relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental atmosphere. Sarit Ben-David Sela is a Black Belt Nia Instructor, who has been sharing her passion to Nia with the Gainesville community since 2011. To RSVP and for questions, please contact Sarit. Thomas Center Gardens, by the fountain, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [facebook][email][events]

UF Argentine Tango Class with Trista and Alper

Ongoing Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. Feel like a new, fun and challenging hobby? Give Argentine Tango a try. Confirm dates as there is no dancing during breaks. We will do individual exercises and partner activities to understand this improvisational dance! We will explore various concepts of connection (to oneself, to the music, to the dance partner, to the dance floor, to other social dancers). Parking is available on campus after 5 pm. What to wear? If you own a pair of salsa shoes, jazz/ballet flats, or Toms, those work great. If not, bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. Partner Dance? You are welcome to join with or without a partner. Those who come alone will be paired up. Everyone is expected to be respectful of others. UF Student Conduct Code applies (please review the UF Orange Book). UF J Wayne Reitz Union, Dance Studio B, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, 32611. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [facebook][email][events]

Baila Caliente Salsa Dance Lessons in Gainesville

Ongoing Wednesdays, 6-9 pm. Mondays 6:00 pm Beginners Bachata 7:00 pm Bachata Footwork and Styling 8:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork 9:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork Wednesdays 6:00 pm Beginners Salsa 7:00 pm Salsa Footwork and Styling 8:00 pm Salsa Partnerwork 9:00 pm Bachata Partnerwork All levels of dancers welcome. Gainesville’s 5 Star Comedy & Jazz Event Center, 534 N. Main Street, Gainesville. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [baila-caliente1][email][events]

Boots Dance with Vanessa

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7 pm. Location may vary. Book your class at [link="https://www.vagaro.com/gainesvillemovementstudio/classes"]. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville, 32609. 352-757-2932. Public - [gainesvillemovement][email][events]

International Folk Dancing in Gainesville

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7-10 pm. Come out for international folk dancing. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [gifd][email][events]

West Coast Swing Beginner Class in Ocala

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

Argentine Tango with Andrea

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

Beginning Swing Dancing Lesson and Social Dancing

Ongoing Wednesdays to 4/24/24, 7:30-10:30 pm. 7:30 pm Lesson 8:30 pm Social Join us every Wednesday night for a FREE Swing Dancing Beginner lesson and Social. No partner is needed. We are beginner friendly and open to all students and community members. Be there or be a square dancer. Reitz Union Dance Studio A, UF Campus, Gainesville. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]

Belly Dance Technique and Combinations with Karen Muratti

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm. This is a belly dance technique-oriented class that will be basic enough for all levels to get something out of it. Targeting balance, technique, sharpening hip movements, introducing new movements and combinations, working on posture. Including a short choreography on each class and adding improvisation as practice for fluidity and individual creativity purposes. $18 per class or 5 classes for $72. Gainesville Circus Center, 1925 NW 2 Street, Suite B, Gainesville. Karen Muratti. Gainesville Circus Center - [karenmurattibellydance][email][events]

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Ongoing Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30 pm. 7:30 pm Bachata 8:30 pm Salsa. Salsa Mundial Dance Studio, 3501 SW 2nd Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. 352-433-4334. Salsa Mundial - [salsamundial][events]

Chassidic Discourses

Ongoing Wednesdays, 8:45 pm. Broaden your horizons & change your perspectives on life: Study Chassidus Presented by: Chanie Goldman & open discussion. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Rabbi Berl Goldman, Director, 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]


Thursdays

Morning Minyan / Schmooze with the Rabbi

Ongoing Thursdays. Every Thursday morning we meet at 7:00 am for Morning prayer followed by social schmooze with Rabbi Kaiman over Bagels and Coffee. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [bnaigainesville][email][events]

Walking With God - Class with Rabbi Kaiman

Ongoing Thursdays, 10:30 am. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville. 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [email][events]

Line Dance Afternoon Lessons in Ocala

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

Beginner Line Dance Downtown with Wanda Lloyd

Ongoing Thursdays, 5:45-6:45 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dance with a purpose. Donations are welcome. $blssdfuture. Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Free. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]

Argentine Tango, Swing, and Dance Mix with Andy

Ongoing Thursdays, 6-9 pm. No dancing on March 28, April 4, 11, and 18 because I will be out of town and conflicts with scheduling at the location. Come out on Tuesday, April 16. On April 25 we start a 4-week Beginner Series in Argentine Tango and Swing. The cost is $60 for new dancers for the series. Experienced dancers are encouraged to attend. The cost for those with experience is $10 per night. 6:00 pm Argentine Tango 7:00 pm Swing 8:00 pm Dance Mix $10 Dancing is for all levels except brand-new dancers. If you have never danced before, take our 4-week beginner series. 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]

Israeli Dance Beginners with Kathie

Ongoing Thursdays, 6-7 pm. Israeli dance class with Kathie Kline. Confirm before going. Not held every week. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 2925 NW 39 Avenue, Gainesville, 32605. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]

Line Dancing Class with Lisa

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

Yoga

Ongoing Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm. Connect your body, mind, and soul in fitness exercises and meditation. Temple Shir Shalom, 3855 NW 8th Ave., Gainesville, 32604. Laura or Avital, 352-328-5150 or 352-376-1508 ext. 108. $10 M/ $12 NM/ Class. Jewish Community Center Without Walls - [email][events]

Ballroom, Swing, and Steppin with Wanda Lloyd

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

Pasta N Parsha

Ongoing Thursdays, 7 pm. Study new insights into the Torah portion with some tasty pasta Event Location: Lubavitch Chabad Jewish Center 8:00 pm Chanie's Kitchen Mix, bake & experience the secrets of Kosher cooking Presented by: head chef Chanie. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Rabbi Berl Goldman, Director, 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]

Lindy Hop Swing Dancing Lessons and Social Dancing

Ongoing Thursdays, 7:30-10:30 pm. Gainesville Swing Dancing is proud to announce that we have secured a downtown Gainesville venue for our events. Starting September 21st, every Thursday evening from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can find us at the Rosa B Williams Center. We'll 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 and look forward to seeing you at our new venue on September 21st. Keep an eye out for our upcoming flyer and Facebook/Instagram event post – more details coming soon. Rosa B Williams Center, 524 NW First Street, Gainesville, 32601. Chris Ortega. UF Swing Dance Club - [events]

Chanie's Kitchen

Ongoing Thursdays, 8 pm. Mix, bake & experience the secrets of Kosher cooking Presented by: head chef Chanie. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Rabbi Berl Goldman, Director, 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]


Fridays

West Coast Swing with Sharrone Smith

Ongoing Fridays, 5:30-6:30 pm. Come join me for West Coast Swing classes. No experience necessary. I am trying something new. The first 30 minutes will be L1 beginner basics and the last 30 minutes will be intermediate L2. Gainesville Movement Studio, 1724 NE 2 Street, Gainesville. $20. Public - [facebook][events]

Kabbalat Shabbat

Ongoing Fridays, 6 pm. Friday evening services. On 3rd Friday of the month there is an additional, alternative service at 8pm. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville. Denise Blumenthal, 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [email][events]

Friday Night Service and Free Kosher Dinner

Ongoing Fridays, 6:30 pm. Reform, conservative, orthodox, mind, body and spirit Friday night services. Kosher dinner follows. 2020 West University Avenue, Gainesville. Rabbi Jonathan Siger, 352-372-2900. Hillel Foundation at the University of Florida - [email][events]

Friday Night Live and Soul Strings

Ongoing Fridays, 6:45 pm. Turn your Friday night into Shabbat at your home away from home Lubavitch. Join us with your friends for prayer, followed by kiddush, song, challah, Shabbat dinner and warm words of Torah. Soul Strings, study and prayer from 6:45 to 7:30pm, followed by services and dinner. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]

Friday Night Live

Ongoing Fridays, 8 pm. Get into the Jewish Gator Spirit. Shabbat on Fifth Ave. Join us with your friends for Prayer, followed by Kiddush, Song, Challah, delicious Shabbat dinner, warm words of Torah & dessert buffet. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Rabbi Berl Goldman, Director, 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]


Saturdays

Shabbat Services Morning and Afternoon

Ongoing Saturdays. Saturday Mornings 8:30 am Torah Circle. 9:30 am Shaharit. 10 am Tot Shabbat - Babysitting for 2 years and older. 10 am Junior Congregation - 4th through 7th Graders. Saturday evenings Minhah and Maariv services, check times each week. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville. Rabbi Kaiman, 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [email][events]

Torah Circle

Ongoing Saturdays. A lively weekly discussion of the weekly Torah portion led by Howard Lidsky. Come join us. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Rabbi Kaiman, 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [bnaigainesville][email][events]

Tot Shabbat

Ongoing Saturdays. Shabbat Morning Prayer experience for tots and kids. Supervised and interactive prayer/play/refreshments. 3830 NW 16 Boulevard, Gainesville, 32605. Rabbi Kaiman, 352-376-1508. Congregation B'nai Israel - [bnaigainesville][email][events]

Shabbat Morning Services

Ongoing Saturdays, 10:15 am. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]

Morning Service & Kiddush

Ongoing Saturdays, 10:30 am. Shacharit 10:30am Torah Reading 11:30am Followed by Mussaf, Kiddush & Farbrengen. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Rabbi Berl Goldman, Director, 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]

Evening & Havdalah Service

Ongoing Saturdays, 7 pm. As the Shabbat Queen departs and darkness descends, the Havdalah ceremony fills us with hope and courage. Start your week on a high note. Every Saturday night fifteen minutes after Shabbat is over, join us for Havdalah service followed by a short inspirational living Torah video presentation. 2021 NW 5 Avenue, Gainesville, 32603. Rabbi Berl Goldman, Director, 352-336-5877. Lubavitch-Chabad Jewish Student and Community Center - [email][events]


Other

All-Levels Variety of Dancing at Arthur Murray in Ocala

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

Daily Lunch and Dinner at Hillel Kosher Restaurant

Ongoing Other. Downstairs gourmet, kosher lunch and dinner daily. Upstairs Oy Vey Cafe with organic coffee, burgers and snacks. Lunch daily 11:30-2pm. Dinner server 5:30-7pm Sunday-Thursday. Oy Vey Cafe with full espresso bar, specialty coffee, drinks, fresh bagels, biscotti, and Tazo teas. Open mornings 8am-12 noon. Evenings 7-11pm. 2020 W University Avenue, Gainesville. 352-372-2900. Hillel Foundation at the University of Florida - [email][events]

Kangoo Boots Dance with Melany and Vanessa

Ongoing Other. Times and Locations vary. January 2024 Sundays 9 am at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, not Jan 21 Tuesdays 6:30 pm am at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Wednesdays 9 am at 3415 SW 39 Blvd Fridays 9 am at 3415 SW 39 Blvd Saturday Jan 20 Bootcamp, the hub Newberry, black and white BootCamp with Melany and Vanessa at 9 am, Depot Village. Gainesville. 352-757-2932. Public - [gainesvillemovement][email][events]

Maimonides Ongoing Social Service Programs

Ongoing Other. Maimonides Society provides several ongoing, social service programs. Visit our website for details. Programs include: Volunteer-Outreach. Shabbat Dinner for Seniors, Caregivers' Support, Holiday Baskets for Seniors, Educational Seminars/Socials, Shalom Baby to welcome each new Jewish baby into our community with a very special gift bag, and Special Programs such our bone marrow donor drive, that enable us to perform mitzvot that may have far-reaching ramifications. Gainesville. Harriett Pawliger, 352-331-7340. Maimonides Society - [email][events]


2019


May 2019


Wednesday 1 May 2019

Clover Squares in Williston

Wed 1 May 2019, 2-4 pm. Western Style Square Dancing with Clover Squares, , a square dance club of Levy County. We have a workshop class from 4-5 if we have new students interested. First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 213 W Noble Avenue, Williston, 32696. Susie Moon, 352-283-1296. Grand Squares - [facebook][email][events]

Irish Dance with Piper

Wed 1 May 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Piper Call, 352-327-1090. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [email][events]

Nia Holistic Movement

Wed 1 May 2019, 6-7 pm. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation. This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. Parking is available at the back of the building Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot. First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class. Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]

West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social

Wed 1 May 2019, 7-9:30 pm. Our schedule for the month: Class #1 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #2 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #3 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #4 Beginner and Int WCS classes Cost $45 Month, or $15 Night, or $5 Beginners per night, or $5 Ages 16 to 29 per night. Rena's Ballroom, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]

Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata

Wed 1 May 2019, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Salsa. 9 pm - 10 pm Bachata. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]


Thursday 2 May 2019

Senior Line Dancing with Andy 4 of 4

Thu 2 May 2019, 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. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]

Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo

Thu 2 May 2019, 6-8:30 pm. 6:00-6:45 pm Beginners 6:45-7:30 pm Intermediate 7:30-8:30 pm Open Dance. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, 32606. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Thu 2 May 2019, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer. We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata. All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome! You are not required to sign up or bring a partner. GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Casino style salsa 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Thursday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Bachata 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 1 of 5

Thu 2 May 2019, 7-9:15 pm. Fox Trot I 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 5 week progressive class with the classic dance the Fox Trot. We start with the basics & build each week. Singles or couples, rotating partners is optional. Cost for 5 weeks: $50/person, $90/couple, $40/college student. Try out the first class for $12/person. Cash or check accepted American Tango II 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm 5 week class in American Tango. If you already know the basics of Tango, you are invited to join. Tango technique will be stressed. Cost for 5 weeks: $60/person, $110/couple, $40/college student. Try the first class for $15/person or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]

DFW Swing Out Class

Thu 2 May 2019, 7-8:30 pm. DFW Swingout is a partner, six-count dance of the Swing family, and a child of Lindy Hop. We learn using the Smooth Flava Dance method of instruction. Join us on Thursdays as we practice the basics and learn advance moves. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]

International Folk Dancing

Thu 2 May 2019, 7-10 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]

New Beginner Series Swing, Waltz and Argentine Tango with Andy 4 of 4

Thu 2 May 2019, 7-10 pm. 7:00 pm Swing 8:00 pm Waltz 9:00 pm Argentine Tango Couples friendly, you rotate as much as you want or not at all. Singles friendly, no partner needed. $60 for the four week beginner series on 4/4, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2 $10 per night per person for experienced dancers $5 student If financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact me. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side in the social hall, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

Thu 2 May 2019, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Class: Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm Bachata Class: Thursday 8:30-9:30 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]


Friday 3 May 2019

First Fridays Social Dance Party with Wanda

Fri 3 May 2019, 7-10 pm. Smooth Flava's First Fridays Social Dance Party. Everyone is welcome. Help create our own dance community. Each one, invite one. DJ 44 will keep the music right. Get your eat, drink and dance. 7 to 9 pm happy hour drink specials. Drink and food specials. The Elks, 511 SW 4 Avenue, Gainesville. Wanda Lloyd, 904-537-7763. Smooth Flava Dance - [events]


Saturday 4 May 2019

17th Gainesville Jazz Festival

Sat 4 May 2019, 7-11 pm. Gainesville Friends of Jazz, along with Presenting Sponsor Tioga Town Center, Main Stage Sponsor Affordable Dentures and Jazz Sponsor Lowry Financial Advisors, proudly presents the 17th Annual Gainesville Jazz Festival. The festival this year is a one-day, free admission event being held on May 4, 2019. Marty Liquori, Vice-President of Gainesville Friends of Jazz, is the Executive Director for the festival. The festival begins on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.at The Square at Tioga Town Center located at 13100 West Newberry Road in Gainesville featuring a big band extravaganza. Performing at the festival will be SILVERband at 7:00 p.m., Gateway City Big Band at 8:30 p.m. and Gary Langford and the EOS Big Band at 10:00 p.m. Also, performing between big band sets will be gypsy jazz ensemble Hot Club de Ville. SILVERband, started in 2017, by upright bassist Gary Christensen, the Ocala-based big band has performed exciting arr ... Tioga Town Center 133 SW 130 Way, Newberry, 32669. 352-331-4000. Swing Dance Gainesville - [more][facebook][email][events]

Baila Caliente's Bachata Social

Sat 4 May 2019, 9:30 pm-2:30 am. Calling all bachata lovers. This is not time for suzy-Q-ing, this is one you wanna get down and bachata for. We will begin with a bachata workshop at 9:30, social dancing to follow immediately. You will be in for a fun night. DJ Brown Shuga & DJ Lamb, will be playing your favorite bachata, salsa, and cha cha cha all night. Bachata Workshop: 9:30- 10:30 pm Instructor Conroy Smith Social dancing to immediately follow. The music will play until no one remains on the dace floor. ============================================== Cost: $12 for workshop and social; $10 with student ID $7 for workshop only; $5 with student ID $7 for social only; $5 with student ID $1 Party cups ============================================== Have a song you'd like to hear? Please feel free to send your musical request to the event page. See you there! Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32609. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]


Sunday 5 May 2019

Nia Holistic Movement

Sun 5 May 2019, 11-12 am. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation. This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. Parking is available at the back of the building Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot. First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class. Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]

Contra Dance

Sun 5 May 2019, 4-7 pm. Waltzing at 2:30 pm. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][email][events]

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta with Elio

Sun 5 May 2019, 5-11 pm. Felipe's is hosting Gator Nation's biggest and best Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. Elio Piedras Latin Show featuring Award-Winning Latin Grammy artists Renesito Avich,Yunior Arronte, Jorge Tamayo and special guest Luis Aponte. Enjoy the best Live Entertainment, Margaritas, and Mexican Food, from 5 pm to close. Follow the Fiesta at www.eliopiedra.com. Felipe's Taqueria, 1209 W University Avenue, Gainesville, 32601. Gainesville Dance Association - [facebook][events]

Line Dancing and Swingout Class

Sun 5 May 2019, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [facebook][events]

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Sun 5 May 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun. No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance. Beginner Class 5:30 PM Group Class 6:00 PM Social Dance 7:00 PM Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff. Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]

UF Argentine Tango Class

Sun 5 May 2019, 6:15-8:15 pm. 6:15 pm Beginners 7:15 pm Intermediate and Advanced Want to learn tango? Come join the UF Argentine Tango Club for a free beginner tango class. Feel free to join even if you have never danced tango before, there are teachers for whatever level you might be. Who: 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. What to wear: Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz or ballet flats, those work great too. Fancy shoes are not necessary. Reitz Union, Dance Studio A, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]

Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck

Sun 5 May 2019, 7 pm. Warm up beginning at 6:30 pm. Sweat your prayers at Dance Church. Let love be your religion and move with us in that spirit, every other Sunday morning. What a way to start your day, with movement, good vibrations, awesome community of people who are here to be authentic and real and have fun. Ecstatic Dance is a magical time and place in sacred space to completely let go and be yourself. Listen to your intuition. Let your body and breath, be your guide. Let the music move you. Join us in this free-form movement. Lead yourself through a diverse mix of music from different genres, eras and places around the world. Follow your heart to get in the flow and find yourself in the dance. - 90 minutes of 5-rhythms style ecstatic dance. - Culminate the dance by relaxing in a gong bath. - Followed by a delectable vegan potluck. - This is a substance free event - Get in an altered state completely naturally This dance hap ... Aurora Healing Arts, 109 SE 4 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][email][events]


Monday 6 May 2019

Two Step and Hustle with Andy

Mon 6 May 2019, 5:30-7:30 pm. 5:30 pm Two Step 6:30 pm Hustle Each class is one hour with lots of dancing. Couples friendly, you rotate as much as you want or not at all. Singles friendly, no partner needed. The more you dance, the faster you learn. The cost is for one class per person. You are invited to stay for the other classes on the same night at no extra charge, because we want you to dance more and learn faster. As always, if financial considerations are keeping you from dancing, contact me. $10 per night per person, or $5 per night students. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side in the social hall, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. Swing Dance Gainesville - [email][events]

English Country Dancing

Mon 6 May 2019, 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, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Mon 6 May 2019, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome! You are not required to sign up or bring a partner. GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Casino style salsa 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Thursday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Bachata 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]

Argentine Tango with Trista

Mon 6 May 2019, 7-10 pm. There is an all-levels class with rotating topics held from 7-8 pm. The Monday Milonga runs 8 pm to 10 pm and is open to the community. We play Traditional Tango Music played in 3 song tandas. DJ Trista Brophy Light snacks provided. Please bring your own water bottle to refill. Milonga is $5. Class is $10, $5 for students. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville, 32609. Trista, 862-208-2646. Gainesville Tango Exchange - [facebook][email][events]

Israeli Dancing with Andy

Mon 6 May 2019, 7:30-9 pm. Have fun doing beautiful Israeli folk dances to great music, while learning how to dance. The best exercise for your mind, body and soul. All ages. No experience needed. Congregation B'nai Israel, around the left side, 3830 NW 16 Blvd, Gainesville, 32605. Andrew Weitzen, 352-327-3672. $5 per night, per family. College aged and under are free. Israeli Dance with Andrew Weitzen - [gainesville][email][events]

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa

Mon 6 May 2019, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Bachata. 9 pm - 10 pm Salsa. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]


Tuesday 7 May 2019

Grand Squares with Lonnie

Tue 7 May 2019, 6:15-9 pm. Western Style Square Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Susie Beachy, 352-283-1296. $5. Grand Squares - [email][events]

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen

Tue 7 May 2019, 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]

DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna

Tue 7 May 2019, 7-8:30 pm. Dallas Fort Worth Swing Out class. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Eric Fisher. 5. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]

Scottish Country Dancing with Norma

Tue 7 May 2019, 7-9 pm. At Norma Wilson's place, Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]

Dance Camp International Folk

Tue 7 May 2019, 7:30-9:30 pm. More advanced ethnic dance. Beginners welcome. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Margaret Tolbert. $5. Dance Camp - [email][events]

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Tue 7 May 2019, 7:30-9:40 pm. Salsa Class: Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm Tuesday 8:40-9:40 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]


Wednesday 8 May 2019

Clover Squares in Williston

Wed 8 May 2019, 2-4 pm. Western Style Square Dancing with Clover Squares, , a square dance club of Levy County. We have a workshop class from 4-5 if we have new students interested. First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 213 W Noble Avenue, Williston, 32696. Susie Moon, 352-283-1296. Grand Squares - [facebook][email][events]

Irish Dance with Piper

Wed 8 May 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Piper Call, 352-327-1090. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [email][events]

Nia Holistic Movement

Wed 8 May 2019, 6-7 pm. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation. This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. Parking is available at the back of the building Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot. First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class. Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]

West Coast Swing at 6 Street North with Chad

Wed 8 May 2019, 7:30-9:30 pm. Well, our beloved West Coast Swing teachers have the night off, but that will not stop us from enjoying a night of Swing Dancing at the 6th Street North Bar. Bring your shoes and a smile! Admission is free. 6th Street North, 4401 NW 6 Street, Gainesville, 32609. Chad Young. Chad Big Daddy Young Swing Time - [facebook][email][events]

Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata

Wed 8 May 2019, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Salsa. 9 pm - 10 pm Bachata. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]


Thursday 9 May 2019

Senior Line Dancing with Andy 1 of 1

Thu 9 May 2019, 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. Gainesville Dance Association - [sfcollege][email][events]

Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo

Thu 9 May 2019, 6-8:30 pm. 6:00-6:45 pm Beginners 6:45-7:30 pm Intermediate 7:30-8:30 pm Open Dance. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, 32606. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Thu 9 May 2019, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer. We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata. All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome! You are not required to sign up or bring a partner. GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Casino style salsa 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Thursday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Bachata 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 2 of 5

Thu 9 May 2019, 7-9:15 pm. Fox Trot I 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 5 week progressive class with the classic dance the Fox Trot. We start with the basics & build each week. Singles or couples, rotating partners is optional. Cost for 5 weeks: $50/person, $90/couple, $40/college student. Try out the first class for $12/person. Cash or check accepted American Tango II 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm 5 week class in American Tango. If you already know the basics of Tango, you are invited to join. Tango technique will be stressed. Cost for 5 weeks: $60/person, $110/couple, $40/college student. Try the first class for $15/person or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]

DFW Swing Out Class

Thu 9 May 2019, 7-8:30 pm. DFW Swingout is a partner, six-count dance of the Swing family, and a child of Lindy Hop. We learn using the Smooth Flava Dance method of instruction. Join us on Thursdays as we practice the basics and learn advance moves. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]

International Folk Dancing

Thu 9 May 2019, 7-10 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

Thu 9 May 2019, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Class: Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm Bachata Class: Thursday 8:30-9:30 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]


Friday 10 May 2019

Contra Dance in Melrose

Fri 10 May 2019, 7:30-10 pm. Melrose Art and Culture Center, #301, Hwy 26, corner of Grove Street, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][email][events]

Hippvana Nights in the Hipp Lower Level with Elio

Fri 10 May 2019, 8:15 pm-12 am. We are back with the best salsa night in the swamp. Hippvana Nights are back Friday, May 10 at the Hipp Lower Level. A hot night of salsa dancing in the Hipp Lower Level begins at 8:15 p.m. for ONLY $5 at the door. A salsa dancing class will be taught by Gainesville's premier Latin dance studio, Baila Caliente. At 9:15 p.m., Elio Piedra brings the party when the floor opens up for a night of salsa dancing FREE and open to the public! Elio is a DJ with live beats so people can move with the rhythm of his live percussion. Let's spice up the Hippodrome with our salsa skills. DJ: Elio Piedra, Bringing The Fiesta to you. Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE 2 Place, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [facebook][email][events]


Saturday 11 May 2019

Shimmy Mob World Belly Dance Day with Lee

Sat 11 May 2019, 12-12:15 pm. Love to see you attend. Only lasts 15 minutes and supports a great cause. A Flash Mob Dance performance featuring belly dancers from Gainesville and Ocala benefiting victims of Domestic Abuse. Support local businesses who donate to Peaceful Paths- Or donate directly - or just show up and enjoy the fun. Shoppes at Thornebrook, 2441 NW 43 Street, Gainesville, 32606. Lee Marlowe. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][facebook][events]

Argentine Tango Milonga El Abrazo with Jorge and Anabel

Sat 11 May 2019, 7 pm-12 am. 7:00 - 8:00 Tango Vals technique class with Jorge & Anabel from Argentina. Cost $10 8:00 - 12:00 Milonga. Cost $15 Adults, $7 Students Privates are available at $100/hr Come see the current hottest and most highly reviewed tango instructors! Their unique core instruction teaches counter-body and inner core fundamentals. These instructors are not the usual “here’s a new step” teachers. They focus on distinctive techniques you can put into your dance right away. Take advantage of the rare opportunity to learn Tango Vals, which will make you a better dancer. This class will add sizzle and style to what you already do. Anabel Saldaña and Jorge Mendoza: Anabel is a tango and flamenco teacher. She integrates her extensive experience of ballet, flamenco, yoga and music to the Argentine tango social dance. Jorge is a National Senior Teacher of folklore and tango. He is the director and choreographer of Open Tango Company. Both ... Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1st Street, Gainesville, 32606. Steve Littler, 352-226-1103. Tango El Abrazo Milonga - [more][facebook][email][events]

Ballroom Dance Party with Ray and Eileen

Sat 11 May 2019, 7:30-10:30 pm. We will be celebrating May birthdays too. Great mix of ballroom, Latin, swing, and country music. Light refreshments. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $12 for Parris Dance students, or $8 college student. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrisdance][email][events]

Salsa and Bachata Social with Koji

Sat 11 May 2019, 9 pm-2 am. Let's start the new semester off on the right note with great dancing. Join us for another awesome night of dancing with great Latin music. DJ Brown Sugar will be playing your favorite Salsa and Bachata songs all night long. JD salsa team will be performing at midnight. There will be a Chacha workshop (all level) by Aniel and Danely before the social. This event is open to the public, so please bring your friends and family. Chacha workshop: 9:00-10:00PM Social: 10:00PM-2:00AM Performance: 12:00AM Pricing: Workshop: $5 Social: $10 $7 for student or out-of-town guest with valid photo ID Workshop and Social: $12 or $10 for student or out-of-town guest. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][email][events]


Sunday 12 May 2019

Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck

Sun 12 May 2019, 11 am. Warm up beginning at 10:30 am. Sweat your prayers at Dance Church. Let love be your religion and move with us in that spirit, every other Sunday morning. What a way to start your day, with movement, good vibrations, awesome community of people who are here to be authentic and real and have fun. Ecstatic Dance is a magical time and place in sacred space to completely let go and be yourself. Listen to your intuition. Let your body and breath, be your guide. Let the music move you. Join us in this free-form movement. Lead yourself through a diverse mix of music from different genres, eras and places around the world. Follow your heart to get in the flow and find yourself in the dance. - 90 minutes of 5-rhythms style ecstatic dance. - Culminate the dance by relaxing in a gong bath. - Followed by a delectable vegan potluck. - This is a substance free event - Get in an altered state completely naturally This dance ha ... Aurora Healing Arts, 109 SE 4 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][email][events]

Nia Holistic Movement

Sun 12 May 2019, 11-12 am. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation. This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. Parking is available at the back of the building Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot. First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class. Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]

Line Dancing and Swingout Class

Sun 12 May 2019, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [facebook][events]

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Sun 12 May 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun. No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance. Beginner Class 5:30 PM Group Class 6:00 PM Social Dance 7:00 PM Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff. Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]

UF Argentine Tango Class

Sun 12 May 2019, 6:15-8:15 pm. 6:15 pm Beginners 7:15 pm Intermediate and Advanced Want to learn tango? Come join the UF Argentine Tango Club for a free beginner tango class. Feel free to join even if you have never danced tango before, there are teachers for whatever level you might be. Who: 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. What to wear: Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz or ballet flats, those work great too. Fancy shoes are not necessary. Reitz Union, Dance Studio A, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]


Monday 13 May 2019

English Country Dancing

Mon 13 May 2019, 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, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Mon 13 May 2019, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome! You are not required to sign up or bring a partner. GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Casino style salsa 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Thursday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Bachata 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]

Argentine Tango with Trista

Mon 13 May 2019, 7-10 pm. There is an all-levels class with rotating topics held from 7-8 pm. The Monday Milonga runs 8 pm to 10 pm and is open to the community. We play Traditional Tango Music played in 3 song tandas. DJ Trista Brophy Light snacks provided. Please bring your own water bottle to refill. Milonga is $5. Class is $10, $5 for students. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville, 32609. Trista, 862-208-2646. Gainesville Tango Exchange - [facebook][email][events]

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa

Mon 13 May 2019, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Bachata. 9 pm - 10 pm Salsa. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]


Tuesday 14 May 2019

Grand Squares with Lonnie

Tue 14 May 2019, 6:15-9 pm. Western Style Square Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Susie Beachy, 352-283-1296. $5. Grand Squares - [email][events]

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen

Tue 14 May 2019, 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]

DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna

Tue 14 May 2019, 7-8:30 pm. Dallas Fort Worth Swing Out class. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Eric Fisher. 5. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]

Scottish Country Dancing with Norma

Tue 14 May 2019, 7-9 pm. At Norma Wilson's place, Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]

Dance Camp International Folk

Tue 14 May 2019, 7:30-9:30 pm. More advanced ethnic dance. Beginners welcome. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Margaret Tolbert. $5. Dance Camp - [email][events]

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Tue 14 May 2019, 7:30-9:40 pm. Salsa Class: Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm Tuesday 8:40-9:40 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]


Wednesday 15 May 2019

Clover Squares in Williston

Wed 15 May 2019, 2-4 pm. Western Style Square Dancing with Clover Squares, , a square dance club of Levy County. We have a workshop class from 4-5 if we have new students interested. First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 213 W Noble Avenue, Williston, 32696. Susie Moon, 352-283-1296. Grand Squares - [facebook][email][events]

Irish Dance with Piper

Wed 15 May 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Piper Call, 352-327-1090. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [email][events]

Nia Holistic Movement

Wed 15 May 2019, 6-7 pm. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation. This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. Parking is available at the back of the building Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot. First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class. Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]

West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social

Wed 15 May 2019, 7-9:30 pm. Our schedule for the month: Class #1 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #2 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #3 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #4 Beginner and Int WCS classes Cost $45 Month, or $15 Night, or $5 Beginners per night, or $5 Ages 16 to 29 per night. Rena's Ballroom, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]

Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata

Wed 15 May 2019, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Salsa. 9 pm - 10 pm Bachata. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]


Thursday 16 May 2019

Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo

Thu 16 May 2019, 6-8:30 pm. 6:00-6:45 pm Beginners 6:45-7:30 pm Intermediate 7:30-8:30 pm Open Dance. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, 32606. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Thu 16 May 2019, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer. We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata. All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome! You are not required to sign up or bring a partner. GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Casino style salsa 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Thursday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Bachata 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 3 of 5

Thu 16 May 2019, 7-9:15 pm. Fox Trot I 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 5 week progressive class with the classic dance the Fox Trot. We start with the basics & build each week. Singles or couples, rotating partners is optional. Cost for 5 weeks: $50/person, $90/couple, $40/college student. Try out the first class for $12/person. Cash or check accepted American Tango II 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm 5 week class in American Tango. If you already know the basics of Tango, you are invited to join. Tango technique will be stressed. Cost for 5 weeks: $60/person, $110/couple, $40/college student. Try the first class for $15/person or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]

DFW Swing Out Class

Thu 16 May 2019, 7-8:30 pm. DFW Swingout is a partner, six-count dance of the Swing family, and a child of Lindy Hop. We learn using the Smooth Flava Dance method of instruction. Join us on Thursdays as we practice the basics and learn advance moves. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

Thu 16 May 2019, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Class: Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm Bachata Class: Thursday 8:30-9:30 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]


Friday 17 May 2019

Waltz Weekend with Richard Powers - Advanced Registration

Fri 17 May 2019. October 5-6, 2019 - Gainesville, FL Early Bird Registration opens May 1st, 8 am, $60 for the weekend Regular registration opens July 1st, 8 am, $70 for the weekend This venue will have a capacity of approximately 70, so be sure to register early to save your place. Donations can be made at any time to help sponsor those who are unable to afford the full ticket price, by visiting the registration page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/richard-powers-waltz-weekend-tickets-59229756797 Richard Powers is a dance historian and instructor at Stanford University specializing in both historic and contemporary social dance. He leads workshops around the world (see below for more about that). His Social Dance class is among Stanford University's most popular courses. The primary focus of the weekend will be waltzing, including cross-step waltz and traditional turning waltz with a few other dances of Richard's choice. This special we ... Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [more][eventbrite][email][events]

Heartwood Presents LPT-Afro Cuban Salsa

Fri 17 May 2019, 8-11 pm. One of the best bands in Florida LPT will be bringing the Latin Dance Party to Heartwood. Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][email][events]


Saturday 18 May 2019

Embodied Prayer: 5Rhythms® Movement Exploration with Amber Ryan

Sat 18 May 2019, 10 am-6 pm. Celebrate your place in Creation as you dance and sweat your prayers in this life-giving workshop. Everything that happens in our lives happens in our bodies, whether we are present for it or not. The body is our main vehicle for presence. This is where we begin in the 5Rhythms® practice. Some of us have ritual prayers of gratitude that we say before meal. Some of us pray in a church, some in nature. In the 5Rhythms® practice, we dance our prayers. We sweat them. We give permission for a fully expressed Embodiment of divine energy to exist. In this day together, we will: - Create a reverent existence strengthening our pipeline to the divine - Gather up our dreams and weave them into an inspired manifestation - Gather our heart hurts, turn them into love letters, and sprinkle them into the fire of forgiveness - Allow our deepest prayers to flow through us, opening space for a sacred co-creation with life to emerge SCHED ... www.casamicanopy.com, 22259 NW 75th Avenue Road, Gainesville, 32667. 352-535-0784. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][facebook][email][events]

Luna of Cairo Belly Dance Workshops

Sat 18 May to Sun 19 May 2019, 10 am-1 pm. CAIRO RETREAT--FLORIDA STYLE Gainesville, Florida welcomes LUNA OF CAIRO in another retreat style workshop and fundraising event!!! Workshops and available lodging will be at the Gainesville Retreat Center—a gorgeous 108-acre Wildlife Refuge. SCHEDULE AND TOPICS SATURDAY MAY 18TH 10:00-12:30 Egyptian Entrance Choreography Workshop 1 In this workshop, you will learn how to understand the instrumentation of an entrance piece, i.e. what it's "saying." As she breaks down her choreography, Luna will walk you through her thought process, explaining how she hears the music, how and why she chooses steps and transitions, how she structures her performances, and breaking down technique. Luna is a firm believer in the benefits of using choreography to teach musicality, NOT merely as a memory or copying exercise. And you'll go home with a brand new choreography to perform, if you so choose. SATURDAY MAY 18TH 1:00-3:30 Egyptian En ... Gainesville Retreat Center, 1551 SE 51 Street, Gainesville, 32641. Leela Corman, 718-687-7433. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][facebook][email][events]

Ballroom Dance Mini Match Competition in Daytona with Ray and Eileen

Sat 18 May 2019, 12-6 pm. Join us for a day of competition in Daytona Beach at the beautiful Gold Star Ballroom. Compete or come as a spectator to cheer your fellow dancers on. See Eileen for details. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrisdance][email][events]

Swing Theory at One Love Cafe - confirm

Sat 18 May 2019, 6-9 pm. 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. Swing Dance Gainesville - [facebook][events]

Contra Dance

Sat 18 May 2019, 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. Dress in your pirate best. Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Susie, 352-466-9150. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [godsdance][email][events]

Luna of Cairo A Night on the Nile

Sat 18 May 2019, 7:30-10 pm. BELLYDANCE SHOWCASE Join us for our yearly Belly Dance Showcase Fundraiser. This year, we are super-excited that our featured performer is Luna of Cairo--an internationally known teacher and performer! In addition, we have an array of dancers performing from Gainesville, Orlando, Tampa, Pensacola, Tallahassee and St. Augustine!!! RAFFLE There will also be an amazing raffle with all proceeds to be donated to Peaceful Paths and Ocala Domestic Abuse Shelter. No cover but donations accepted! Luna of Cairo will also be teaching 2-days of belly dance workshops at the Gainesville Retreat Center. Blackadder Brewing Company, 618 NW 60 Street, Gainesville, 32607. Leela Corman, 718-687-7433. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][facebook][email][events]

Baila Caliente's Salsa Social

Sat 18 May 2019, 9:30 pm-2:30 am. Salsa lovers, this one is for you. Come celebrate the beginning of summer and Congress season with us, dancing. We will begin with a salsa workshop at 9:30, with social dancing to follow immediately. Come out and show us that fancy footwork/turn-patterns you've been practicing all semester. You'll be in for a fun night. DJ Chocolate Pecan & DJ Butter Pecan, will be playing your favorite bachata, salsa, merengue and cha cha cha all night. ============================================= Location: 1925 NW 2nd St. Gainesville, FL 32609 ============================================== Salsa On 2 Workshop: 9:30- 10:30pm by Bob Ocho & TBA Social dancing to immediately follow. The music will play until no one remains on the dace floor. ============================================== Cost: $12 for workshop and social; $10 with student ID $7 for workshop only; $5 with student ID $7 for social only; $5 with student ID $2 Party cu ... Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32609. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [more][facebook][email][events]


Sunday 19 May 2019

Waltz Weekend with Richard Powers - Advanced Registration

Sun 19 May 2019. October 5-6, 2019 - Gainesville, FL Early Bird Registration opens May 1st, 8 am, $60 for the weekend Regular registration opens July 1st, 8 am, $70 for the weekend This venue will have a capacity of approximately 70, so be sure to register early to save your place. Donations can be made at any time to help sponsor those who are unable to afford the full ticket price, by visiting the registration page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/richard-powers-waltz-weekend-tickets-59229756797 Richard Powers is a dance historian and instructor at Stanford University specializing in both historic and contemporary social dance. He leads workshops around the world (see below for more about that). His Social Dance class is among Stanford University's most popular courses. The primary focus of the weekend will be waltzing, including cross-step waltz and traditional turning waltz with a few other dances of Richard's choice. This special we ... Thelma Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Avenue, Gainesville. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [more][eventbrite][email][events]

Luna of Cairo Belly Dance Workshops

Sun 19 May 2019, 10 am-1 pm. CAIRO RETREAT--FLORIDA STYLE Gainesville, Florida welcomes LUNA OF CAIRO in another retreat style workshop and fundraising event!!! Workshops and available lodging will be at the Gainesville Retreat Center—a gorgeous 108-acre Wildlife Refuge. SCHEDULE AND TOPICS SATURDAY MAY 18TH 10:00-12:30 Egyptian Entrance Choreography Workshop 1 In this workshop, you will learn how to understand the instrumentation of an entrance piece, i.e. what it's "saying." As she breaks down her choreography, Luna will walk you through her thought process, explaining how she hears the music, how and why she chooses steps and transitions, how she structures her performances, and breaking down technique. Luna is a firm believer in the benefits of using choreography to teach musicality, NOT merely as a memory or copying exercise. And you'll go home with a brand new choreography to perform, if you so choose. SATURDAY MAY 18TH 1:00-3:30 Egyptian En ... Gainesville Retreat Center, 1551 SE 51 Street, Gainesville, 32641. Leela Corman, 718-687-7433. Belly Dance with Leela - [more][facebook][email][events]

Nia Holistic Movement

Sun 19 May 2019, 11-12 am. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation. This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. Parking is available at the back of the building Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot. First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class. Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]

Vintage Waltz with Richard

Sun 19 May 2019, 1:45-5 pm. Lesson followed by dancing. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. Richard Nalli, 352-213-8769. $10, $5 students. Vintage Waltz - [email][events]

Free Introduction to On2 Salsa with Koji

Sun 19 May 2019, 3-4:30 pm. Please come join our Introduction of On2 Salsa. This is a free class for everyone. On2 salsa (NY style salsa) is a style growing fast in popularity here in Florida. If you go to any salsa congresses or out-of-town socials, you may realize that many people dance On2 salsa. We decided to start On2 salsa classes regularly here in Gainesville. Our first weekly On2 salsa class is on Sunday June 2nd. The concept of our On2 salsa class is "Do not be an On1 On2 salsa dancer”. What does this mean? Please come to this introductory class and find that out. Instructors Koji and Leydi. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. Salsa Mundial - [facebook][email][events]

Line Dancing and Swingout Class

Sun 19 May 2019, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [facebook][events]

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Sun 19 May 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun. No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance. Beginner Class 5:30 PM Group Class 6:00 PM Social Dance 7:00 PM Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff. Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]

UF Argentine Tango Class

Sun 19 May 2019, 6:15-8:15 pm. 6:15 pm Beginners 7:15 pm Intermediate and Advanced Want to learn tango? Come join the UF Argentine Tango Club for a free beginner tango class. Feel free to join even if you have never danced tango before, there are teachers for whatever level you might be. Who: 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. What to wear: Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz or ballet flats, those work great too. Fancy shoes are not necessary. Reitz Union, Dance Studio A, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]

Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck - confirm

Sun 19 May 2019, 7 pm. Warm up beginning at 6:30 pm. Sweat your prayers at Dance Church. Let love be your religion and move with us in that spirit, every other Sunday morning. What a way to start your day, with movement, good vibrations, awesome community of people who are here to be authentic and real and have fun. Ecstatic Dance is a magical time and place in sacred space to completely let go and be yourself. Listen to your intuition. Let your body and breath, be your guide. Let the music move you. Join us in this free-form movement. Lead yourself through a diverse mix of music from different genres, eras and places around the world. Follow your heart to get in the flow and find yourself in the dance. - 90 minutes of 5-rhythms style ecstatic dance. - Culminate the dance by relaxing in a gong bath. - Followed by a delectable vegan potluck. - This is a substance free event - Get in an altered state completely naturally This dance hap ... Aurora Healing Arts, 109 SE 4 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][email][events]


Monday 20 May 2019

English Country Dancing

Mon 20 May 2019, 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, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Mon 20 May 2019, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome! You are not required to sign up or bring a partner. GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Casino style salsa 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Thursday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Bachata 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]

Argentine Tango with Trista

Mon 20 May 2019, 7-10 pm. There is an all-levels class with rotating topics held from 7-8 pm. The Monday Milonga runs 8 pm to 10 pm and is open to the community. We play Traditional Tango Music played in 3 song tandas. DJ Trista Brophy Light snacks provided. Please bring your own water bottle to refill. Milonga is $5. Class is $10, $5 for students. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville, 32609. Trista, 862-208-2646. Gainesville Tango Exchange - [facebook][email][events]

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa

Mon 20 May 2019, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Bachata. 9 pm - 10 pm Salsa. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]


Tuesday 21 May 2019

Grand Squares with Lonnie

Tue 21 May 2019, 6:15-9 pm. Western Style Square Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Susie Beachy, 352-283-1296. $5. Grand Squares - [email][events]

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen

Tue 21 May 2019, 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]

DFW Swing Out Class with Eric and Donna

Tue 21 May 2019, 7-8:30 pm. Dallas Fort Worth Swing Out class. Learn Texas swing, a smooth style of swing dancing. Wilhelmina Johnson Center, 321 NW 10 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Eric Fisher. 5. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]

Scottish Country Dancing with Norma

Tue 21 May 2019, 7-9 pm. At Norma Wilson's place, Gainesville. Norma Wilson. Gainesville Scottish Country Dancers - [email][events]

Dance Camp International Folk

Tue 21 May 2019, 7:30-9:30 pm. More advanced ethnic dance. Beginners welcome. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Margaret Tolbert. $5. Dance Camp - [email][events]

Salsa with Salsa Mundial

Tue 21 May 2019, 7:30-9:40 pm. Salsa Class: Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm Tuesday 8:40-9:40 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]


Wednesday 22 May 2019

Clover Squares in Williston

Wed 22 May 2019, 2-4 pm. Western Style Square Dancing with Clover Squares, , a square dance club of Levy County. We have a workshop class from 4-5 if we have new students interested. First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 213 W Noble Avenue, Williston, 32696. Susie Moon, 352-283-1296. Grand Squares - [facebook][email][events]

Irish Dance with Piper

Wed 22 May 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Piper Call, 352-327-1090. Inisheer Irish Dance Company - [email][events]

Nia Holistic Movement

Wed 22 May 2019, 6-7 pm. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation. This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. Parking is available at the back of the building Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot. First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class. Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]

West Coast Swing Class and Dance Social

Wed 22 May 2019, 7-9:30 pm. Our schedule for the month: Class #1 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #2 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #3 Beginner and Int WCS classes Class #4 Beginner and Int WCS classes Cost $45 Month, or $15 Night, or $5 Beginners per night, or $5 Ages 16 to 29 per night. Rena's Ballroom, Gainesville, 32605. Josh Angel, 352-514-4238. $40 per month includes the entire evening. West Coast Swing with Josh Angel - [email][events]

Baila Caliente Salsa and Bachata

Wed 22 May 2019, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Salsa. 9 pm - 10 pm Bachata. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]


Thursday 23 May 2019

Contra Dance at Stephen Foster State Park

Thu 23 May 2019, 6 pm. Stephen Foster State Park CSO is having a contra dance on Thursday evening, May 23, 2019 as a fund raiser for the carillion tower repairs. It is free with donations. No info on suggested amount. Chicken and rice dinner. Bring potluck to share. Starts at 6 pm prior to dance. They have a band and caller from those that are performing that weekend at the annual Florida Folk Fest. Dance is near the carillion tower, probably Heritage stage where they usually have contra dances. Stephen Foster State Park, 11016 Lillian Sanders Drive, White Springs, 32096. Gainesville Oldtime Dance Society - [email][events]

Israeli Dance with Tony Arroyo

Thu 23 May 2019, 6-8:30 pm. 6:00-6:45 pm Beginners 6:45-7:30 pm Intermediate 7:30-8:30 pm Open Dance. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation, 5020 NW 23rd Ave, Gainesville, 32606. Tony Arroyo, 352-372-4574. Free. Kol Simcha Messianic Congregation - [kolsimcha][email][events]

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Thu 23 May 2019, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer. We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata. All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome! You are not required to sign up or bring a partner. GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Casino style salsa 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Thursday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Bachata 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]

Ballroom Dancing with Ray and Eileen - Fox Trot and American Tango 4 of 5

Thu 23 May 2019, 7-9:15 pm. Fox Trot I 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 5 week progressive class with the classic dance the Fox Trot. We start with the basics & build each week. Singles or couples, rotating partners is optional. Cost for 5 weeks: $50/person, $90/couple, $40/college student. Try out the first class for $12/person. Cash or check accepted American Tango II 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm 5 week class in American Tango. If you already know the basics of Tango, you are invited to join. Tango technique will be stressed. Cost for 5 weeks: $60/person, $110/couple, $40/college student. Try the first class for $15/person or $25/couple. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville. Eileen Paris, 352-331-2742. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [email][events]

DFW Swing Out Class

Thu 23 May 2019, 7-8:30 pm. DFW Swingout is a partner, six-count dance of the Swing family, and a child of Lindy Hop. We learn using the Smooth Flava Dance method of instruction. Join us on Thursdays as we practice the basics and learn advance moves. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Avenue, Gainesville, 32641. Swing N Motion with Eric and Donna - [email][events]

International Folk Dancing

Thu 23 May 2019, 7-9 pm. Rosa B Williams Dance Center, 524 NW 1 Street, Gainesville. Julieta, 352-281-0428. $6. Gainesville International Folk Dancers - [email][events]

Salsa and Bachata with Salsa Mundial

Thu 23 May 2019, 7:30-9:30 pm. Salsa Class: Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm Bachata Class: Thursday 8:30-9:30 pm. 3501 SW 2 Ave, Suite G, Gainesville. Jose, 888-616-4786. $10 for 1 hour, $20 for 2 hours per night. Discounts for students and packages. Salsa Mundial - [email][events]


Saturday 25 May 2019

Ballroom Dance Red, White and Blue Party with Ray and Eileen

Sat 25 May 2019, 7:30-10:30 pm. We will be celebrating May birthdays too. Great mix of ballroom, Latin, swing, and country music. Light refreshments. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Ave, Gainesville, 32608. Eileen Parris, 352-331-2742. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $12 for Parris Dance students, or $8 college student. Ballroom Dancing with Parris Dance - [parrisdance][email][events]


Sunday 26 May 2019

Ecstatic Dance Plus Gong and Potluck - confirm

Sun 26 May 2019, 11 am. Warm up beginning at 10:30 am. Sweat your prayers at Dance Church. Let love be your religion and move with us in that spirit, every other Sunday morning. What a way to start your day, with movement, good vibrations, awesome community of people who are here to be authentic and real and have fun. Ecstatic Dance is a magical time and place in sacred space to completely let go and be yourself. Listen to your intuition. Let your body and breath, be your guide. Let the music move you. Join us in this free-form movement. Lead yourself through a diverse mix of music from different genres, eras and places around the world. Follow your heart to get in the flow and find yourself in the dance. - 90 minutes of 5-rhythms style ecstatic dance. - Culminate the dance by relaxing in a gong bath. - Followed by a delectable vegan potluck. - This is a substance free event - Get in an altered state completely naturally This dance ha ... Aurora Healing Arts, 109 SE 4 Ave, Gainesville, 32601. 352-562-9919. Aurora Healing Arts - [more][email][events]

Nia Holistic Movement

Sun 26 May 2019, 11-12 am. Nia's philosophy is: Through Movement We Find Health. Nia fitness is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that incorporates martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by paying attention to sensation. This one-hour class is perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. Parking is available at the back of the building Wear comfortable movement clothes. Bring a bottle of water. You are encouraged to be practice Nia barefoot. First class is free. Come with a friend: both of you enjoy a free class. Visionary Athletes, 716 N Main Street, Gainesville, 32601. Sarit Sela, 605-796-9956. $10. Nia Holistic Dance with Sarit Sela - [email][events]

Line Dancing and Swingout Class

Sun 26 May 2019, 5-8 pm. Reichert House, 1704 SE 2 Ave, Gainesville, 32641. Wanda Lloyd. Smooth Flava Dance - [facebook][events]

Zafire Sunset Salsa and Bachata Social - confirm

Sun 26 May 2019, 5-10 pm. Zafire ladies Gainesville will be hosting their monthly social. Finish off your relaxing weekend by coming out to our Sunday Sunset social. It will kick off with an amazing On2 salsa shine class with Lisbeth Guz and social dancing till 10pm. We will have two separate rooms so you do not have to wait for that salsa song or that sexy bachata song you love. We hope to see you all awesome Salseros and Bachateros at this amazing event. Please feel more than welcome to bring your family and friends. Workshop: 5:00pm - 6:00pm: On2 Salsa Shine – Lisbeth Guz Social dancing to follow immediately from 6:00pm – 10:00pm 2 ROOMS: SALSA AND BACHATA Music by: DJ Rubixx from Orlando & DJ Brown Sugar from Gator Salsa Cost: Sunset Social – Student (ID Required) $5 Regular Admission $8 Workshop – Student (ID Required) $8 Regular Admission $10 Sunset Social & Workshop – Student (ID Requi ... Gainesville Dance and Yoga, 1501 NW 16 Avenue, Gainesville, 32605. Salsa Mundial - [more][facebook][events]

West Coast Swing Dance in Ocala

Sun 26 May 2019, 5:30-8:30 pm. Join us this Sunday for our usual Sunday Class and Dance. Paul Fairbanks, our regular instructor will be teaching once again in Ocala. Build a solid foundation gaining more knowledge of West Coast Swing concepts and patterns at our West Coast Swing Group class. Stay and practice at our usual social dance, which continues until everyone is done dancing. The more you dance, the better you get. Dancing is fun. No Partner needed, casual attire, flat or low heeled shoes for ladies is best for this dance. Beginner Class 5:30 PM Group Class 6:00 PM Social Dance 7:00 PM Join us afterwards for even more fabulous fun. Afterwards, we usually go nearby to Logan’s Roadhouse, where we hang out and eat and drink a little something, talk more about dancing and other stuff. Admission for lesson and dance is $10. PM Respiratory, 3306 SW 26 Ave, Suite 402, Ocala. Carol Smith, 352-361-9202. Ocala West Coast Swing - [events]

UF Argentine Tango Class

Sun 26 May 2019, 6:15-8:15 pm. 6:15 pm Beginners 7:15 pm Intermediate and Advanced Want to learn tango? Come join the UF Argentine Tango Club for a free beginner tango class. Feel free to join even if you have never danced tango before, there are teachers for whatever level you might be. Who: 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. What to wear: Bring a thick pair of socks to dance in. If you own a pair of salsa shoes or jazz or ballet flats, those work great too. Fancy shoes are not necessary. Reitz Union, Dance Studio A, UF Campus, Gainesville. Free. UF Argentine Tango Club - [email][events]


Monday 27 May 2019

English Country Dancing

Mon 27 May 2019, 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, 352-246-4659. $5, $3 Students. English Country Dancing with Randy and Annette - [email][events]

Gator Salsa Club LA and Casino

Mon 27 May 2019, 6:30 pm. Gator Salsa Club is back for the Summer! We teach FREE classes in LA and Casino style salsa as well as Bachata! All levels of dancers are welcome, even if you've never set foot on the dance floor. So bring your friends and some water because all are welcome! You are not required to sign up or bring a partner. GENERAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Casino style salsa 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Thursday: 6:30 PM - Social dancing, Q&A with instructors and test-ins for class levels 6:50 PM - Bachata 8:15 PM - LA style salsa 9:15 PM - Social dancing Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, between gates 3 & 4 (North-West side of the Stadium, past the Heisman statues). Dress comfortably. Avoid flip flops and shoes without heel support. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, UF Campus, Gainesville, 32601. Gator Salsa Club. Free. Gator Salsa Club - [email][events]

Argentine Tango with Trista

Mon 27 May 2019, 7-10 pm. There is an all-levels class with rotating topics held from 7-8 pm. The Monday Milonga runs 8 pm to 10 pm and is open to the community. We play Traditional Tango Music played in 3 song tandas. DJ Trista Brophy Light snacks provided. Please bring your own water bottle to refill. Milonga is $5. Class is $10, $5 for students. Rena's Ballroom, 720 NW 23 Avenue, Gainesville, 32609. Trista, 862-208-2646. Gainesville Tango Exchange - [facebook][email][events]

Baila Caliente Bachata and Salsa

Mon 27 May 2019, 8-10 pm. 8 pm - 9 pm Bachata. 9 pm - 10 pm Salsa. Studio C, 1925 NW 2 Street, Gainesville, 32601. Baila Caliente, 352-871-7244. Baila Caliente - [email][events]


Tuesday 28 May 2019

Grand Squares with Lonnie

Tue 28 May 2019, 6:15-9 pm. Western Style Square Dancing. Westside Park, 1001 NW 34 Street, Gainesville. Susie Beachy, 352-283-1296. $5. Grand Squares - [email][events]

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