DANCE CRAVE NYC

Get Back Your Rhythm and Soul at Church

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 17 Jan 2014 05:52:00 +0000

Do you want to fill in that void in your life with something fun. Then try taking some dance lessons at your local Church. Some local churches in Queens, NY offer some excellent dance classes to get you back in rhythm while nourishing your soul. Enjoy a Cuban Style Salsa Dance Lesson/Social at St. Fidelis Church in College Point Queens on Friday nights starting at 7:30 pm in the Madonna Room. These free events will take place on January 17th, 24th, 31st and February 7th, 14th, 21st, and the 28th. St. Fidelis is located at 123-06 14th Avenue in College Point, NY. Some other Parishes in Queen's such as St. Michael’s Church in Flushing offer Line Dancing Classes. Line Dancing is a fun activity which burns many calories. Check your local church bulletin to see what activities they have lined up for you this New Year!

Columbian Arts & Dance: Family Day in Flushing Queens

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 17:55:00 +0000

The Flushing Council on Culture and the Arts in conjunction with the Center for Traditional Music and Dance – Folk Columbia will hold a Family Day event on Saturday, October 22^nd. This special event will take place at the Flushing Town Hall located at 137-35 Northern Boulevard in Queens, NY. The event promises to offer a variety of Columbian dance workshops, live music and other traditional folk art demonstrations. This is a great opportunity to come out and discover traditional Columbian culture at a family friendly, festive environment. Tickets will be sold at the event which is programmed for a 1 pm start time. For more information and to purchase tickets in advance click on the link below.

Source Information: Flushing Town Hall

Summer in the City: A Dancing Paradise

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 03:13:00 +0000

Summer in NYC is a dancer's paradise. One could enjoy summer time concerts, dance classes and free events through out the five boroughs. Whether out near the water's edge or enjoying time in the inner city, there are some excellent events ready to be explored. Many outdoor events are free and offer free dance class to kick off. Check out some free indoor social events to refine your dancing technique. Several dance studios in the city offer some low cost dance social events which provide a reasonable opportunity to improve your dancing technique. Some fantastic dance events to explore this summer are linked below.

Midsummer Night Swing
Dancing Under the Stars

Discover your Dance Skills at the Library

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 07:46:00 +0000

Dance has provided me with a world of enjoyment, confidence and control. Dance has provided me with freedom to express my thoughts, passions and discover hidden talent. Libraries offer excellent free resources for aspiring dancers of all levels. You could find books,videos and participate in free dance classes. Dance classes are offered in many genres and levels by talented instructors. Each of these dance lessons provide a unique opportunity to discover your hidden talent. Try searching the events page of your local library or better yet visit it in person. If your local branch doesn't offer free dance lessons request it by speaking to the branch manager. Maybe you could even share your talents by teaching a class.

Tango Time in Brooklyn

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 04:11:00 +0000

Get your Tango shoes out and head down to the Brooklyn Public Library. The library is offering a Tango class /workshop. This is a great opportunity to introduce yourself to this classic Latin dance.
The classes are programmed for Saturdays starting February 5th at the Central Library 2nd floor meeting room. The Central Library is located at 10 Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn.
Tango time: 4-6pm

Source: Brooklyn Library Events

Get Your Zumba On in the Bronx

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:51:00 +0000

Get your body moving this new year the Zumba way. Zumba is an sultry blend of Latin dances mixed into a high energy routine. A great way to shape up your body while learning some new Latin dance moves exists at the Davidson Community Center. Free Zumba dance class is being offered at the Davidson Community Center located at 2038 Davidson Avenue (corner of West Burnside Avenue). Event will take place on Thursday January 20, 2011 from 3pm to 4pm. For more information please contact the Davidson Community Center.

Sources:
NYC Parks & Recreation
Bronx News Network

English Country Dances in Staten Island

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:05:00 +0000

Country dances are a fun way of socializing and keeping fit. Get your body dancing to English Country folk music by attending the English Country Dance Class at the Staten Island Historical Society. The dance event will take be held on Wednesday January 19, 2011 on the 2nd floor of the 3rd County Courthouse. Event time is from 7pm to 9pm. Cost is $5 per person. For more information visit the source site below.

Source: NYC Department of Parks and Recreation

New Year New You: Get your Zumba on in Corona:

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 07:08:00 +0000

Start this new year right by getting your body movin the Zumba way. Zumba is an exercise program that blends sultry latin dance moves into a high energy routine. A perfect opportunity exists to pick up some new dance moves while shaping up your new year body. The Queens Library will offering this body shaping Zumba exercise class on Monday, January 10th at 6:00 pm. The class will be held at the Queens Public Library Lefrak City Branch located at 98-30 57th Avenue in Corona, Queens.

Source: Queens Public Library

Mexican Christmas Concert and Dance in El Barrio

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 19:33:00 +0000

The Mariachi Academy of New York will be presenting a Mexican Christmas Concert which includes festive Villancico-Posada song and dance in a holiday atmosphere. This special event will take place at the Museo Del Barrio located at 1250 Fifth Avenue on 104th Street in Manhattan this Friday, December 17, 2010. Tickets will be sold at the event but could be purchased in advance by visiting the source link below. The event is programmed for 7:30 pm start.

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Ballroom Dance Class: Forest Hills, NY

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 21:42:00 +0000

Ballroom dancing is a fun activity that could introduce you to a healthy life changing routine. The Queens Library is offering basic ballroom dance lessons by a skilled instructor on Monday, December 13, 2010 beginning at 6:30 pm . The lessons will be held at the Forest Hills Branch located at 108-19 71st Avenue in Forest Hills, NY.

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Everybody Dance Now in Corona

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 07:25:00 +0000

Work off those extra Thanksgiving dinner pounds by attending the following Latin dance held at the Queens Library in Corona Queens. The activity will be conducted in Spanish and introduce you to a the rich heritage of Latin Dance through this fun excercise and information session. The event will be held at 38-23 104th Street in Corona, NY on Thursday December 2, 2010. For more information click on the source link below.

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Free Afro Cuban / Afro Peruvian Dance

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:47:00 +0000

Free Afro Peruvian/Cuban Dance will be held as part of the Heritage Festival at Lincoln Center.

Event: Out of Doors
Time: 3pm to 6pm
Date: Sunday 8/16/09

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Cumbia Dance Event in NYC

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 00:35:00 +0000

Cumbia Night at Lincoln Center in NYC was a blast. The evening began with a short lesson followed by dancing to the music of La Sonora Dinamita. The band performed rhythmic and enthusiastic Cumbia's for all to enjoy.

Free Salsa Party with Lesson

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:15:00 +0000

Free Salsa Dance Event with short lessons are being held every Saturday in July at the South Street Seaport. Great way to relax and pick up some new dance moves.

Location: South Street Seaport Pier 16 in front of Skipper's Cafe 89 South Street, NYC
Dancing begins at 6pm.

Free Afro Peruvian Music and Dance

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 22:48:00 +0000

Free Afro Peruvian Music and Dance

Date: Sunday July 5, 2009
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Location: In Central Park, NYC at 110th Street Entrance between 5th and Lenox Ave.
Source: Central Park

A Free Afro Peruvian Music and Dancing event "Caracumbe" will be held this Sunday July 5th as part of the Harlem Meer Festival. This type of dancing has a mixture of Brazilian and Peruvian contributions which makes it very rythmic and saucy!

Coney Island Boardwalk Dancing

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 22:37:00 +0000

Had a great time at the Coney Island Boardwalk last weekend. There is free music and dancing on the Boardwalk on the weekends. Most people were dancing freestyle, hustle and disco. DJ played classic house, disco and freestyle dance. Many people having a great time on the boardwalk!

To the King of Pop

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:49:00 +0000

Thank you for your marvelous contribution to our World. You not only entertained us with your dynamic one of a kind star quality but educated us through your communication. You have enriched our lives. Michael Jackson "The King of Pop" rests in Peace on this day June 25,2009.

Free Outdoor Ballroom Dance Classes at Forest Park - Queens, NY

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:08:00 +0000

Dancing is a great way to get in shape and have some fun. Check out this free outdoor Ballroom dance class series at Forest Park in Queens, NY.

Event: Dancing Under the Stars
Location: Forest Park in Queens, NY by Wallenberg Square
Date: Mondays June 15, 22, & 29th 2009
Start Time: 6pm
Duration: 45 minute class
Dance Styles: Rhumba, Cha Cha, Swing etc.

Source: NYC Parks

Free Advanced Latin Dance Class

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 03:56:00 +0000

If you ever wanted to latin dance like a pro then you might be interested in the following budget friendly dance class.

Free Advanced Latin Dance Class
Location: Community Center located in PS 198/77
1700 Third Ave between 95th and 96th street in Manhattan
Date: Saturdays
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Concentration: Salsa and Mambo Partnerwork
Registration required.

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Free Outdoor Latin Dance Lessons

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 02:48:00 +0000

Event: Summer on the Hudson “Let’s Dance Series”
Dates: Sundays June 7th – 28th, 2009
Time: 6pm -9pm
Place: Riverside Park South Pier 1 at 70th Street and Hudson River Park

Cost: Free

One of the best ways of getting in shape while having fun is to take dance lessons. As part of the NYC Parks Summer on the Hudson events there will be a series of free dance lessons every Sunday in June 2009. The “Let’s Dance!” series will have live salsa, cha-cha and bachata group dance lessons for free. Group dance lessons will be led by the Piel De Canela Dance teachers. This is the opportunity to kick start the summer with some Swing!

Source: NYC Parks