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Group Lessons and Events

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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 ...

	Bachata is the new Black (it goes with everything!) Bachata Friday Beginner Workshop Friday, October 9, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm If you love Salsa, but wish it weren't quite so fast, you should definitely try Bachata. It's got all the great spins and swagger of Salsa, but a much milder tempo. 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 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! Bachata is sassy and fun for new dancers. Read more about Bachata. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Jungle Love Dance Party Free for first-timers! (because we like you) Hustle and Line Dance Evening Social Saturday, October 10, 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm Oh - E - Oh - E - Oh - Jungle Love! We’ll be starting the evening with a Hustle lesson - great for beginners and still exciting for Tarzan Boy and advanced dancers. No experience, mosquito net, or partner necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and your dancing shoes! Join fellow dancers, young, old, experienced, and shiny new for an evening of good food, good friends, animal antics, good times, great music, and incredible dancing. Bring a snack to share and earn our eternal appreciation. 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 social, 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. Read more about Hustle and Line Dance. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Dive into Waltz Waltz Deep Dive Workshop Monday, October 12, 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 for one hour and a half workshop $48/person in-studio for all 3 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, including several rotations and be able to dance the fundamental moves of Level 1 & 2 on command at several speeds (not Viennese Waltz Speeds - that's a different class). Read more about Waltz. 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.
	Spins are In Bachata Friday Beginner Workshop Friday, October 16, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm If you love Salsa, but wish it weren't quite so fast, you should definitely try Bachata. It's got all the great spins and swagger of Salsa, but a much milder tempo. 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 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! Bachata is sassy and fun for new dancers. Read more about Bachata. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Climb Higher, Dive Deeper The next steps to mastering Waltz Waltz and Viennese Waltz Deep Dive Workshop Monday, October 19, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Take the plunge and learn more, more, more Waltz. This workshop is still not a “high dive,” not intended to be super challenging, but will give you some more coolness to play with. Location: Sapphire Studio Price: $21/person for one hour and a half workshop $48/person in-studio for all 3 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 Slow Waltz, about 7-10 moves including rotations, more than 2 partner positions, or have attended the previous workshop. Read more about Waltz and Viennese Waltz. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Ca'mon in, the dancing is fine Salsa Friday Beginner Workshop Friday, October 23, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Always wanted to learn to dance but didn't know where to start? Try Salsa! This sizzling Latin dance is a fantastic way to get moving with style and confidence on the dance floor. It works beautifully to a large variety of music (not just Latin Salsa!) and is a great solo dance too. 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 the 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! Salsa is fast and can be challenging but the reward is worth the effort. Read more about Salsa. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
Coming later ...
	High Dive into Waltz Waltz and Viennese Waltz Deep Dive Workshop Monday, October 26, 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 for one hour and a half workshop $48/person in-studio for all 3 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). Read more about Waltz and Viennese Waltz. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Simple spins and lots of fun Salsa Friday Beginner Workshop Friday, October 30, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Always wanted to learn to dance but didn't know where to start? Try Salsa! This sizzling Latin dance is a fantastic way to get moving with style and confidence on the dance floor. It works beautifully to a large variety of music (not just Latin Salsa!) and is a great solo dance too. 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 the 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! Salsa is fast and can be challenging but the reward is worth the effort. Read more about Salsa. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Fast and fabulous fun Salsa Friday Beginner Workshop Friday, November 6, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Always wanted to learn to dance but didn't know where to start? Try Salsa! This sizzling Latin dance is a fantastic way to get moving with style and confidence on the dance floor. It works beautifully to a large variety of music (not just Latin Salsa!) and is a great solo dance too. 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 the 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! Salsa is fast and can be challenging but the reward is worth the effort. Read more about Salsa. 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.

540-382-8782 - info@SapphireDance.com  
30 W. Main Street, Suite C, Christiansburg, Va.