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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.

Coming soon ...

	International Rally West Coast Swing West Coast Swing Deep Dive Workshop Monday, August 17, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Ever heard of the International West Coast Swing Flashmob/Rally? You Tube it! This lovely couple in France has choreographed a routine and people all over the world perform it. This year there are new choreographers and it is cuuuuute! And I love the song. So, as you can guess, we are excited to tackle it again this year. We will be taking an in-depth look at this year's choreography in eight workshops spread over the next three months. Participants are welcome to come to any or all of the workshops, but if you miss one, you should do your best to make up the material. Location: Sapphire Studio Price: $21/person in-studio for one 90 minute workshop $48/person in-studio for all three 90 minute 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 know basic West Coast Swing (through Level 3) and be able to dance it at various speeds: 10-15 moves including more than one whip, variations on side passes, and at least one tuck turn, or have attended the previous workshops. Read more about West Coast Swing. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	International Rally West Coast Swing West Coast Swing Deep Dive Workshop Monday, August 24, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Ever heard of the International West Coast Swing Flashmob/Rally? You Tube it! This lovely couple in France has choreographed a routine and people all over the world perform it. This year there are new choreographers and it is cuuuuute! And I love the song. So, as you can guess, we are excited to tackle it again this year. We will be taking an in-depth look at this year's choreography in eight workshops spread over the next three months. Participants are welcome to come to any or all of the workshops, but if you miss one, you should do your best to make up the material. Location: Sapphire Studio Price: $21/person in-studio for one 90 minute workshop $48/person in-studio for all three 90 minute 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 know basic West Coast Swing (through Level 3) and be able to dance it at various speeds: 10-15 moves including more than one whip, variations on side passes, and at least one tuck turn, or have attended the previous workshops. Read more about West Coast Swing. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
Coming later ...
	Historic Dance (in casual clothes) Historic Dance (English Country Dance) Workshop Tuesday, September 8, 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). Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Exercises to Improve Balance Technique Workshop Monday, September 14, 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. Read more about Technique. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Historic Dance (in casual clothes) Historic Dance (English Country Dance) Workshop Tuesday, October 13, 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). Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Historic Dance (in casual clothes) Historic Dance (English Country Dance) Workshop Tuesday, November 10, 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). Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.

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30 W. Main Street, Suite C, Christiansburg, Va.