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  Historic 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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Social Events
Social Events are for all dancers, no matter their skill level. Social dance is much about the people as the dancing, and these events make the "Social" a highlight!
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Monday, May 4, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Technique What's Next Workshop
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.
Price: $14/person in-studio or $9/person online
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.
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Saturday, May 9, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Class-By-Request Afternoon Social
Choosing a favorite song to dance to is tough, but we did it. Want to get to know your favorite teachers in a whole new way? Join us for an entire social of our favorite tunes.
We’ll be starting the evening with a short, beginner friendly lesson. In what style? We won't know until the teachers have chosen their songs. I'm so excited - the suspense is killing me!
Will there be a mixer mid-dance? Maybe, probably. We're working on it.
Does it sound like we're making it up as we go? Yeah, kind of. But I promise you - we've done this before and the result is always querky, cool, and amazingly fun.
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!
Price: Free for anyone who hasn't been to a Sapphire Dance Party ~ $10/general admission ~ Early registration is super helpful
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 Class-By-Request.
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Tuesday, May 12, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm - Historic Dance (English Country Dance) Workshop
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.
Price: This workshop is free, but a donation jar will be out during the dancing, if you feel like adding a couple of dollars.
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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