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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.

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	Exercises to Improve Balance Technique What's Next Workshop Monday, May 5, 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.
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	Dive into West Coast Swing Earning that swagger West Coast Swing Deep Dive Workshop Monday, May 12, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm We will be diving into what makes WCS so dang versatile, exciting, and fun. And how to stop on a dime like a boss. Participants will learn and practice several moves, improve their balance and spin technique, and get a short routine that can be used over and over again while social dancing. Location: Sapphire Studio Price: $21/person in-studio 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 know basic West Coast Swing and be able to dance it at various speeds: 10+ moves including a starter step, a couple of side passes, sugar push, and basic whip. Read more about West Coast Swing. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Afternoon Social get groovy. stay groovy. Social Gathering Saturday, May 17, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm We haven't danced in a while. Come on- We want to see your lovely face! Come enjoy an afternoon of fun, laughter, and dancing. Will there be a mixer mid-dance? Oh yeah. Probably, because they are social. 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. Location: Sapphire Studio Price: $8/person general ~ Free for members BD@VT 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: No one dances to all the music at a social, some dance to more than others. If you're feeling unsure, we suggest you be comfortable with two dance styles. That will give you a good chance to dance and to learn something new. If there is a lesson, it will be geared toward the people at the Social. Read more about . Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	High Dive into West Coast Take your spins for a spin West Coast Swing Deep Dive Workshop Monday, May 19, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Take the plunge and learn more, more, more West Coast. This is it - as challenging as we're going to get in this series. You've trained for this; you're ready. Location: Sapphire Studio Price: $21/person in-studio for one hour and a half workshop $48/person in-studio for all 3 Deep Dives 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 either know 10-15 moves in West Coast Swing (including multiple pushes, passes, tucks, and whips) or have attended the previous workshops. Read more about West Coast Swing. Like, share, or invite friends on Facebook.
	Exercises to Improve Balance Technique What's Next Workshop Monday, June 2, 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, June 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.