Blacksburg Community Center
Upcoming Classes

Sapphire Ballroom and Dance Center
Blacksburg Community Center

Please call us at 540-382-8782 with any questions. 

No partner necessary. Please check the Registration Information page for registration details. Group classes are offered in sessions of 4 lesson hours.  Most classes meet for 1 hour per week.

Prerequisite classes can be replaced by private lessons. Contact us for details or to schedule your private lessons: 540-382-8782, info@sapphiredance.com.

	Salsa
	Learn the hottest dance around! Kick up your heels and make sparks fly as you spin and shine on the dance floor. This fast, sassy dance is the epitome of the Latin dance-club experience. We offer Levels 1-6 Salsa in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-L2 Prerequisite: None
			Wednesdays, 2/20 - 3/20, 8:15pm, Registration Details, Note: No class on March 6
		Variations
		Activity #212100-L1 Prerequisite: Level 1 Salsa or equivalent
			Wednesdays, 4/03 - 4/24, 8:15pm, Registration Details
	Carolina Shag
	Who doesn't love Beach Music? Wouldn't you love to be able to dance to it? Carolina Shag is all about beach music, groovin' in the sand, and fancy feet. The material will mostly be lead/follow patterns, with only a few "mirror patterns." We offer up to Level 4 Ca. Shag in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-S1 Prerequisite: Previous Swing dance experience suggested.
			Wednesdays, 4/03 - 4/24, 7:15pm, Registration Details
	Class-By-Request
	These time slots are reserved for students to request specific classes. If you have a class in mind, look for a couple time slots that work for you and contact us. We’ll try to find at least 5 other people who want that class, and presto! We have a new class (by request). Note - CBRs must be organized no less than a week before the class starts.
		Activity #212100-Q5 Prerequisite: Varies
			Tuesdays, 2/19 - 3/19, 7:15pm, Registration Details, Note: No class on March 5
		Activity #212100-Q4 Prerequisite: Varies
			Wednesdays, 2/20 - 3/20, 6:15pm, Registration Details, Note: No class on March 6
		Activity #212100-Q3 Prerequisite: Varies
			Tuesdays, 4/02 - 4/23, 7:15pm, Registration Details
		Activity #212100-Q2 Prerequisite: Varies
			Wednesdays, 4/03 - 4/24, 6:15pm, Registration Details
	Lindy Hop
	Any Hep Cat can tell you – this dance is smooth and sophisticated! Lindy Hop is a flashy swing dance often shown in movies and commercials. While there are many different types and styles of Lindy today, we will focus on a slotted 8-count dance with a healthy dose of 6-count mixed. We offer up to Level 4 Lindy Hop in group classes and workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-S3 Prerequisite: Level 2 Essential Swing or instructor permission
			Wednesdays, 1/16 - 2/06, 6:15pm, Registration Details
	Rumba
	Great for beginners, Rumba is the Dance of Love. Slow and romantic, Rumba's casual luxury suits many popular music styles making it a favorite with new dancers and a great first dance for a wedding. Once you've fallen for Rumba, try flirting with Cha Cha or partying with Merengue. We offer Levels 1-4 Rumba in group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-L3 Prerequisite: None - a fun, romantic dance to start with!
			Tuesdays, 2/19 - 3/19, 6:15pm, Registration Details, Note: No class on March 5
		Level 3
		Activity #212100-Q6 Prerequisite: Level 2 Rumba or equivalent experience
			Wednesdays, 1/16 - 2/06, 7:15pm, Registration Details
	Cha Cha
	Fast and sassy, Cha Cha is an energetic, sexy dance which works well with club, hip hop, country, and classic rock as well as popular Latin music. . After the excitement of Cha Cha, try the romance of Rumba or the fun of Merengue. We offer Levels 1-4 Cha Cha in group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-L4 Prerequisite: Pervious experience with Latin Dance beneficial.
			Wednesdays, 1/16 - 2/06, 8:15pm, Registration Details
	Hustle
	Get down and boogie - Disco Fever is still raging and there's nothing like Hustle to get you groovin' and movin'. 4-Count Hustle is done to fast music and danced with a steady, driving rhythm. 3-Count Hustle speeds the steps up for slower music and adds some excitement and syncopation to the rhythm. These classes/workshops will cover both styles as well as the turns, turns, and more turns which made the Disco Inferno Hot! (4-week Classes focus more on 4-Count, while workshops address both styles equally.). Looking for more swingin' styles? Give East Coast Swing or Single Time Swing a spin!
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-S2 Prerequisite: None - a fun-tastic class for beginners!
			Tuesdays, 4/02 - 4/23, 6:15pm, Registration Details
	Tango
	One of the standards of the Ballroom world, the staccato timing and stalking grace of Tango create a passionate energy perfect for avid dancers. Once you've embraced Tango, try gliding through Waltz or Fox Trot. We offer Levels 1-4 Tango in group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-B1 Prerequisite: Open to all, but dancers would benefit from trying Waltz or Fox Trot first.
			Wednesdays, 2/20 - 3/20, 7:15pm, Registration Details, Note: No class on March 6
	Waltz
	The light and airy grace of Waltz will have you gliding across the floor - whirling like you're in a classic romantic movie! Excellent for beginners, Waltz will sweep you off your feet. Once you've embraced Waltz, try gliding through Tango or Fox Trot. We offer Levels 1-4 Waltz in group classes and in workshops, but private lessons can continue even further. Don't see the level you're looking for? Check out the Class-By-Request listings.
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-B2 Prerequisite: None - the perfect class to start with!
			Tuesdays, 1/15 - 2/05, 6:15pm, Registration Details
	Swing
	Single Time and East Coast Swings - two of our most popular swinging styles pair up to make this class fun and energetic full of bounce, rhythm, and groovy moves.
		Level 1
		Activity #212100-S4 Prerequisite: None - a great class for beginners!
			Tuesdays, 1/15 - 2/05, 7:15pm, Registration Details

See a list of all the classes currently being offered.