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dance!NRV Historic DanceHistoric Dance in casual clothes.
Let's party like it's 1799.

Historic Dance Workshop ~ 2nd Tuesday of the month ~ 7-8:30pm
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Questions or Concerns? Email us at info@SapphireDance.com. Masks are welcome at any Sapphire event.

Group Lessons and Events

Visit our Square Store to pay online (and register at the same time) for classes and private lessons.

The lesson listing is updated about once a month, unless something unexpected happens. If you see less than a week's worth of several types of events, an update should be on its way.
Our typical schedule includes Friday Beginner Workshops, Line Dancing on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, What's Next Classes and Workshops (not for beginners) on Mondays, and (seasonally) 4-Hour Group Classes on various week nights.

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You spin me right round, round, round

Hustle Friday Beginner Workshop
Friday, March 27, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Always wanted to learn to dance but didn't know where to start? Hustle is your friend. Country, blues, rock, metal, pop, hip hop - they all have Hustles! It works beautifully to such a large variety of music that we try to teach it to random people on the street. Hustle is the March/April installment in our Swinging Spring series. The next step is Triple Time Swing, followed by Carolina Shag. All of these dances are "Swing Styles" which means they share moves and concepts, making the next style easier to learn.
Missed last week? No problem! Each week we teach a 40-50 minute lesson, starting with the absolute basics in a fun, popular dance style. And then, finish off the hour with a little taste of another style that will be on the schedule later in the season.
It makes an awesome #DateNight, #ParentsNightOut, or an evening of #FunWithFriends.

Location: Sapphire Studio (downtown Christiansburg) and online
Price: $9/person in-studio (online options available, contact us for details).
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: None - this is just for beginners! Hustle a great dance for first-time dancers.
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High Dive into Waltz

Waltz and Viennese Waltz Deep Dive Workshop
Monday, March 30, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

We will be diving into what makes Waltz so elegant and romantic, and how to master all those rotations. Participants will learn and practice several moves, learn to use good Waltz technique in all of them, and get a short routine that can be used over and over again while social dancing.

Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $21/person in-studio for one hour and a half workshop
$64/person in-studio for all 4 hour and a half workshops this month.
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: Participants should be comfortable dancing slow Waltz, , about 7-10 moves including rotations, more than 2 partner positions, or have attended the previous workshop. You'll be expected to dance fundamental moves of Level 1 & 2 on command at several speeds (yes Viennese is in the plan).
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Find out what made the Disco Inferno hawt

Hustle Friday Beginner Workshop
Friday, April 3, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Always wanted to learn to dance but didn't know where to start? Hustle is your friend. Country, blues, rock, metal, pop, hip hop - they all have Hustles! It works beautifully to such a large variety of music that we try to teach it to random people on the street. Hustle is the March/April installment in our Swinging Spring series. The next step is Triple Time Swing, followed by Carolina Shag. All of these dances are "Swing Styles" which means they share moves and concepts, making the next style easier to learn.
Missed last week? No problem! Each week we teach a 40-50 minute lesson, starting with the absolute basics in a fun, popular dance style. And then, finish off the hour with a little taste of another style that will be on the schedule later in the season.
It makes an awesome #DateNight, #ParentsNightOut, or an evening of #FunWithFriends.

Location: Sapphire Studio (downtown Christiansburg) and online
Price: $9/person in-studio (online options available, contact us for details).
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: None - this is just for beginners! Hustle a great dance for first-time dancers.
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Intermediate Line Dance
When you're ready to level up

Line Dance Line Dance Workshop
Monday, April 6, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

So you've danced around the walls a time or two and you're ready for more? Awesome. We'd love to have you! The dances taught on Monday nights tend to have a larger variety of figures, rhythms, and more complicated transitions than beginner line dances (taught on Tuesdays), so be prepared to battle wall-nesia and get your feet tangled on the path to LD success. But the result will be worth it, without doubt.

Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $14/person in-studio or 4 workshops for $42/person .
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: Dancers participating in these Intermediate LD workshops should be comfortable dancing common Line Dance figures including vines, turns, triple steps, etc. You should also be prepared to be challenged.
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Exercises to Improve Balance

Technique What's Next Workshop
Monday, April 6, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

This exercise class is specifically geared towards improving your balance while dancing. Of course, that also means improving your balance while standing and walking, which really can't be a bad thing. You will sweat; you may be sore; you will probably complain (we all do); but we keep coming back for more.

Location: Sapphire Studio (downtown Christiansburg) and online
Price: $14/person in-studio or $9/person online.
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: No prerequisites in dance ability or fitness level - you just need to be willing to put the work into improving yourself as a dancer.
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Beginner Line Dancing
Why don't we just dance?

Line Dance Line Dance Workshop
Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Everything else can wait. Take an evening for you and just dance!
Combine awesome music with expert instruction and you've got a beginner-friendly workshop that will get you moving in no time. Each BLD workshop features an exciting combination of ultra beginner and slightly more challenging dances, giving you the chance to get your feet under you and then challenge yourself to do more. Easiest dances are taught at the beginning of the evening, more challenging dances towards the end, with a bit of social dancing and practice time in between. So, if you've never done this before, don't be late!
Treat yourself to a night of good-for-you, up-beat, way-more-fun-than-doom-scrolling fun!
#FunWithFriends #LineDanceLessons

Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $9/person in-studio.
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: None! We search the nooks and crannies of Line Dance libraries for dances that both beginner and advanced line dancers will love. If you want something more challenging, look for Intermediate Line Dance typically on the first Monday of the month.
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Put on your Boogie Shoes

Hustle Friday Beginner Workshop
Friday, April 10, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Always wanted to learn to dance but didn't know where to start? Hustle is your friend. Country, blues, rock, metal, pop, hip hop - they all have Hustles! It works beautifully to such a large variety of music that we try to teach it to random people on the street. Hustle is the March/April installment in our Swinging Spring series. The next step is Triple Time Swing, followed by Carolina Shag. All of these dances are "Swing Styles" which means they share moves and concepts, making the next style easier to learn.
Missed last week? No problem! Each week we teach a 40-50 minute lesson, starting with the absolute basics in a fun, popular dance style. And then, finish off the hour with a little taste of another style that will be on the schedule later in the season.
It makes an awesome #DateNight, #ParentsNightOut, or an evening of #FunWithFriends.

Location: Sapphire Studio (downtown Christiansburg) and online
Price: $9/person in-studio (online options available, contact us for details).
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: None - this is just for beginners! Hustle a great dance for first-time dancers.
Read more about Hustle.
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Spring Fling Evening Social
Free for first-timers! (because we like you)

Fox Trot and so much more
Evening Social
Saturday, April 11, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Season is upon us - flower are blooming and grass is growing. It's time for you to get hopping!
We’ll be starting the evening with a short Fox Trot lesson. This dance is great for beginners and still exciting for advanced dancers.
Will there be a mixer mid-dance? Maybe - we're working on it.
So plan now to join fellow dancers, young, old, experienced, and shiny new for an evening of good food, nice people, great music, and incredible dancing.
Like to cook? bring a snack to share (sweet or savory) and get the chance to win a free private lesson or $50 gift card (minimum 3 entries for snack contest). No experience or partner necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and your dancing shoes!

Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: Free for anyone who hasn't been to a Sapphire Dance Party ~ $10/general admission ~ Early registration is super helpful.
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: While everyone is welcome, Socials are intended for those who have already taken a few lessons - Friday Beginner Workshops, Line Dance Classes, or private lessons. If you know at least a step or two in any dance style, you'll be able to pick up more at the party. No one dances to all the music at a dance party, so don't worry if you don't know much. Watching can be fun and so can meeting other Sapphire students! The pre-dance lesson is beginner friendly and will include something shiny and cool.
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Historic Dance (in casual clothes)

Historic Dance (English Country Dance) Workshop
Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join the English Country Dancers of the New River Valley Historic Dance Society as we laugh, dance, and enjoy each other's company while learning dance new to us, but old as the 13 Colonies. This is the dancing you find in Pride and Prejudice, that George Washington did on vacation, and that evolved into modern Contra and Square dancing.
Beginners, groups, singles, and families are always welcome. Every dance will be taught by being broken down into simple components and cued while dancing. If you can walk, you can dance, and we'd love to have you join the set.

Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: This workshop is free, but a donation jar will be out during the dancing, if you feel like adding a couple of dollars. .
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: None! Beginner and advanced dancers will find lots to love at this workshop.
Read more about Historic Dance (English Country Dance).
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Beginner Line Dancing
Dance your cares away!

Line Dance Line Dance Workshop
Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Save your worries for another day!
Combine awesome music with expert instruction and you've got a beginner-friendly workshop that will get you moving in no time. Each BLD workshop features an exciting combination of ultra beginner and slightly more challenging dances, giving you the chance to get your feet under you and then challenge yourself to do more. Easiest dances are taught at the beginning of the evening, more challenging dances towards the end, with a bit of social dancing and practice time in between. So, if you've never done this before, don't be late!
Treat yourself to a night of toe-tapping, hip-swinging, up-beat fun!
#FunWithFriends #LineDanceLessons

Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $9/person in-studio.
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: None! We search the nooks and crannies of Line Dance libraries for dances that both beginner and advanced line dancers will love. If you want something more challenging, look for Intermediate Line Dance typically on the first Monday of the month.
Read more about Line Dance.
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Beginner Line Dancing
Get up and boogie!

Line Dance Line Dance Workshop
Tuesday, May 5, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Seriously - you need come dance with us!
Combine awesome music with expert instruction and you've got a beginner-friendly workshop that will get you moving in no time. Each BLD workshop features an exciting combination of ultra beginner and slightly more challenging dances, giving you the chance to get your feet under you and then challenge yourself to do more. Easiest dances are taught at the beginning of the evening, more challenging dances towards the end, with a bit of social dancing and practice time in between. So, if you've never done this before, don't be late!
Treat yourself to a night of spinning, bootie-shaking, no-worries fun!
#FunWithFriends #LineDanceLessons

Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $9/person in-studio.
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: None! We search all over the Line Dance world for dances that both beginner and advanced line dancers will love. If you want something more challenging, look for Intermediate Line Dance typically on the first Monday of the month.
Read more about Line Dance.
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Historic Dance (in casual clothes)

Historic Dance (English Country Dance) Workshop
Tuesday, May 12, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join the English Country Dancers of the New River Valley Historic Dance Society as we laugh, dance, and enjoy each other's company while learning dance new to us, but old as the 13 Colonies. This is the dancing you find in Pride and Prejudice, that George Washington did on vacation, and that evolved into modern Contra and Square dancing.
Beginners, groups, singles, and families are always welcome. Every dance will be taught by being broken down into simple components and cued while dancing. If you can walk, you can dance, and we'd love to have you join the set.

Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: This workshop is free, but a donation jar will be out during the dancing, if you feel like adding a couple of dollars. .
    Pay online and register at the same time at Sapphire's Square Store.
    Registration by noon the day of the event required. We will accommodate late registrations when we can.
Prerequisite: None! Beginner and advanced dancers will find lots to love at this workshop.
Read more about Historic Dance (English Country Dance).
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