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You can dance, You can Dance, Everybody's taking the chance...
Beginner's Line Dance -
First & Third Tuesdays Thru October at 7:00pm - $9/person
First Tuesdays ONLY in November and December. It's the holidays, y'know.
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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. (We appreciate your patience as we try to keep everything up to date.)
Our typical schedule includes a Dance Party on the 2nd Saturday of odd months, Friday Beginner Workshops, Beginner Line Dance on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, What's Next Classes and Workshops (not for beginners) on Mondays, and (seasonally) Date Night Dance Classes in Blacksburg on week nights.
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Dive into Bolero
Basics of a not basic dance Bolero What's Next Workshop
Monday, December 4, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
You might ask, what is Bolero? Isn't it a jacket? Did Ravel compose it? Well yes, but Bolero is also a beautiful, slow, intense, and challenging ballroom dance. Picture International Rumba with the elegant frame and graceful rise-and-fall of Waltz. That's what I'm talkin' about. And we’re going to do our first Deep Dive ever into Bolero.
We will be diving into what makes Bolero uniquely Bolero and not just a strange International Rumba. Participants will learn and practice several moves, apply Bolero motion to all of them, and learn a short routine that can be used over and over again while social dancing.
Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $21/person in-studio (hour and a half workshop).
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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: Participants do not need to know any Bolero. But you should be comfortable dancing in a closed frame and have a solid foundation in a Latin break-based dance style like Rumba, Cha Cha, or Salsa.
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Date Night Dance Class: West Coast Swing
West Coast Swing Workshop
Tuesday, December 5, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Date Night Dance Classes are introductory Ballroom, Latin, and Swing Dance with
your favorite teachers from Sapphire Ballroom but held at Blacksburg Community Center.
Is there someone in your life who deserves more of your time? Sign up for a shared experience that will have you both tapping your toes and swaying your hips to your favorite music for years to come. Just think - you'll actually have something to do at the next wedding you attend!
With a small class size, you get a fantastic student-teacher ratio and lots of instructor attention. It’s the best kind of date night: a great way to meet people, have fun with friends, and treat your sweetheart.
Please register in advance with the Blacksburg Community Center, Activity Type = "Adult Dance". If you have problems registering, please let us know!
This Semester's Schedule includes Salsa
(Wed Oct 4), Country Two-Step
(Tues Oct 24),
East Coast Swing
(Wed Nov 15), and
West Coast Swing
(Tues Dec 5).
Start 2024 with Waltz on Wed Jan 10.
Location: Blacksburg Community Center
Price: $14/person (Sapphire) + $5 (BCC)
Total = $19/person or $38/couple.
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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: None! This is just for beginners, just for you!
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Beginner Line Dancing
No partner? No experience? No problem. Line Dance Workshop
Tuesday, December 5, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
With an exciting combination of ultra beginner and slightly more challenging dances, this workshop will get your toes tapping in no time. 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, come early!
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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: None! We search the Line Dance world for dances that both beginner and advanced line dancers will love. If you want something more challenging, look for ALD on the Second Monday of the month.
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Holiday Cookie Munch
Bring your favorite cookies to share! Practice Session
Sunday, December 10, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Looking for an escape from the holiday madness? A mellow meeting of fellow dancer-people? This practice session is just what you need. It's not quite a Dance Party; there's no lesson. But it is a nice, relaxed chance to practice some of your favorite dance moves. As always, feel free to ask for your favorite tunes or dance styles at the party. Cookies are not required for admission, but they will get you extra hugs!
Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $5/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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: While no one dances to all the music at a practice session, we suggest you be comfortable with at least a few styles. Otherwise, you might be watching more than dancing - way less fun.
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Climb Higher, Dive Deeper
The next step to mastering Bolero Bolero What's Next Workshop
Monday, December 11, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Take the plunge and learn more, more, more Bolero. 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 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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: Participants should either know basic Bolero or have attended the previous workshop.
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Historic Dance (in casual clothes)
Historic Dance (English Country Dance) Workshop
Tuesday, December 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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: None! Beginner and advanced dancers will find lots to love at this workshop.
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Leveling up the Choreo
Line Dance What's Next Workshop
Monday, December 18, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
So, you've danced all four walls a time or two (or two hundred) and want to know What's Next. Check it out - we will be tackling Line Dances rated from "Improver" up to "Intermediate." Why not harder? Give us a chance; we'll get there. ;)
Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $14/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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: Participants should be comfortable with Line Dance foundations, including common moves, turns, and forms of counting.
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Exercises to Improve Balance
Technique What's Next Workshop
Monday, December 18, 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: $9/person online or $14/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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
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
Get off your couch and go dance! Line Dance Workshop
Tuesday, January 2, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
With an exciting combination of ultra beginner and slightly more challenging dances, this workshop will get your toes tapping in no time. 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, come early!
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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: None! We search the Line Dance world for dances that both beginner and advanced line dancers will love. If you want something more challenging, look for ALD typically on the first Monday of the month.
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Step into 2024
Salsa Friday Beginner Workshop
Friday, January 5, 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 started dancing. It works beautifully to a large variety of music (not just 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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: None - this is just for beginners! Salsa is fast and can be challenging but the reward is worth the effort.
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Advanced Line Dancing
Working Those Cha Cha Line Dances Line Dance Workshop
Monday, January 8, 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 ALD success. But the result will be worth it, without doubt.
Location: Sapphire Studio
Price: $14/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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: Dancers participating in these ALD workshops should be comfortable dancing common Line Dance Figures including vines, turns, triple steps, and more, prepared to dance fast, and be challenged.
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Exercises to Improve Balance
Technique What's Next Workshop
Monday, January 8, 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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
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.
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Historic Dance (in casual clothes)
Historic Dance (English Country Dance) Workshop
Tuesday, January 9, 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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
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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Date Night Dance Class: Waltz
Waltz Workshop
Wednesday, January 10, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Date Night Dance Classes are introductory Ballroom, Latin, and Swing Dance with
your favorite teachers from Sapphire Ballroom but held at Blacksburg Community Center.
Is there someone in your life who deserves more of your time? Sign up for a shared experience that will have you both tapping your toes and swaying your hips to your favorite music for years to come. Just think - you'll actually have something to do at the next wedding you attend!
With a small class size, you get a fantastic student-teacher ratio and lots of instructor attention. It’s the best kind of date night: a great way to meet people, have fun with friends, and treat your sweetheart.
Please register in advance with the Blacksburg Community Center, Activity Type = "Adult Dance". If you have problems registering, please let us know!
This Semester's Schedule includes Salsa
(Wed Oct 4), Country Two-Step
(Tues Oct 24),
East Coast Swing
(Wed Nov 15), and
West Coast Swing
(Tues Dec 5).
Start 2024 with Waltz on Wed Jan 10.
Location: Blacksburg Community Center
Price: $14/person (Sapphire) + $5 (BCC)
Total = $19/person or $38/couple.
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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
Prerequisite: None! This is just for beginners, just for you!
Read more about Waltz.
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Start your year with spicy fun
Salsa Friday Beginner Workshop
Friday, January 12, 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 started dancing. It works beautifully to a large variety of music (not just 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. Zoom link for online classes provided with registration.
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.
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