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Sunday, 7pm - Weekly Dance
Sunday, 7pm - Weekly Dance
Dances are from 7pm to 9pm every Sunday
A DJ-ed dance using contemporary music selections
Refreshments will be served
$10 per person (includes 6pm beginner class)
Upcoming Dances/DJs:
11/01 - Ballroom Mix with Jerry Scaglione
11/08 - California Mix with Bing Bing Brown
11/15 - Ballroom Mix with Phil Sisk
11/22 - Country Mix with Doug McRae
11/29 - Club/Covers Night with Bill Irwin
12/06 - California Mix with Mike Recant
12/13 - Ballroom Mix with Bill Irwin
12/20 - Holiday Mix with Bing Bing Brown
12/27 - Country Mix with Becky Feuerborn
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Monthly Events (see details below)
Monthly Events (see details below)
WCS Beginner/Intermediate Bootcamps
Sundays: Nov 1
"First Friday West Coast Swing" with Christi & Kyla
Friday Nov 6, 7-10:30pm
WCS Beginner/Intermediate Bootcamps
Sundays: Nov 1
"First Friday West Coast Swing" with Christi & Kyla
Friday Nov 6, 7-10:30pm
USA Dance First Saturday Dance
Saturday Nov 7, 7-9:30pm
USA Dance First Saturday Dance
Saturday Nov 7, 7-9:30pm
Intro to Country Two Step Series !!! NEW !!!
Starts Monday, Nov 9th, 7-8:30pm, for 3 weeks
"Heavy on the West Coast" hosted by Beth & Doug
Friday Nov 13, 7-10:30pm
Intro to Country Two Step Series !!! NEW !!!
Starts Monday, Nov 9th, 7-8:30pm, for 3 weeks
"Heavy on the West Coast" hosted by Beth & Doug
Friday Nov 13, 7-10:30pm
Country Dance with Becky
Friday Nov 27, 7-9pm
Country Dance with Becky
Friday Nov 27, 7-9pm
Disco at The Dance Space
Saturday Nov 28, 7:30-10pm
Disco at The Dance Space
Saturday Nov 28, 7:30-10pm
5th Sunday Club/Covers Night
Sunday Nov 29, 7-9pm
5th Sunday Club/Covers Night
Sunday Nov 29, 7-9pm
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"First Friday West Coast Swing"
with Christi & Kyla
"First Friday West Coast Swing"
with Christi & Kyla
Friday Nov 6, 7-10:30pm
7-8pm Beginner/Intermediate Lesson
8-10:30pm Dance
$10 per person
RVA First Friday West Coast Swing Dance with Christi and Kyla. From 7-8pm will be a Beginner+ to Intermediate lesson from Emma Suggs. Then open dancing from 8-10:30pm. Lots of Dancing-Friends-Snacks-Great Music.
Dance the night away in a friendly, supportive atmosphere!
Snacks will be provided—including cheese & crackers, fresh fruit, desserts, veggies, and the famous "Mancatcher."
No partner needed | All are welcome | Just $10 for the entire night
Before the lessons enjoy dinner (and the amazing beer selection!) at Mekong, which is directly below the studio.
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USA Dance First Saturday Dance
USA Dance First Saturday Dance
Saturday Nov 7, 7-9:30pm
Beginner/Intermediate Lesson 7-7:45pm
Dance 7:45-9:30pm
$5 members, $8 others
The Richmond Chapter of USA Dance will host their 1st Saturday Dance at The Dance Space. Note: There will be a dance lesson from 7-7:45pm and general dancing from 7:45-9:30 PM. Regular admission applies for this dance - $5 for current Members and $8 for others. Please consider bringing a snack to share.
For more information contact 804-382-2889 or go to www.usadancerichmond.org.
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"Heavy on the West Coast" hosted by
Beth & Doug
"Heavy on the West Coast" hosted by
Beth & Doug
Friday Nov 13, 7-10:30pm
Intermediate WCS lesson from 7-8pm
Dance 8-10:30pm
Cost: $10 per person
Join us for a great night of dancing and community at The Dance Space. There will be an intermediate lesson by Eleanor Robertson followed by dancing from 8-10:30pm to the fantastic tunes (heavy on the WCS) of DJs Beth and Doug!
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Country Dance with Becky
Country Dance with Becky
Friday Nov 27, 7-9pm
No lesson
Open dancing 7-9pm
Cost: $10 per person
Join us for line, couples, and pattern partner dancing! One end of the floor is reserved for line dancing.
This event is still evolving. If you have any questions or suggestions, you can email dancingbecky@yahoo.com. Line dance requests are welcome. If you'd like to see the dance start earlier or run later, let me know!
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Disco at The Dance Space
Disco at The Dance Space
Saturday Nov 28, 7:30-10pm
7:30pm-8pm - Beginner Disco lesson
Disco Music: 8-10:00pm
Cost: $10 per person
Come Hustle/Disco at The Dance Space!
We have a Large dance floor and great music complete with Disco Lights. There is a Beginner lesson at 7:30pm so NO EXPERIENCE OR DANCE PARTNER NECESSARY! Refreshments will be served all evening.
The evening includes a beginner Hustle/Disco lesson at 7:30 which is guaranteed get you out on the dance floor enjoying your own special "groove". If you prefer, feel free to "freestyle" throughout the night.
We are turning The Dance Space into an old-time Disco Dance Hall. Enjoy our 1,600 sqft wood dance floor with plenty of room for even the largest RVA Disco dance crowd. The music will include your favorite Disco tunes with a few Ballroom/Latin/Swing tunes thrown in for fun. Dancing is from 8 to 10pm. Light refreshments served all evening.
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Welcome to The Dance Space
Welcome to The Dance Space
The Dance Space is a dance organization run by Ginny Engler and Mike Recant. We have been operating since April of 1992 and we are dedicated to promoting Ballroom Dancing in the Richmond, VA metropolitan area.
We are not a dance studio in the traditional sense. We hold dance events in our studio located on West Broad Street in Richmond, VA . The Dance Space is an organization that does the following:
Holding public Ballroom Dances on a regular basis
Providing public Ballroom Dance Group Lessons on a regular basis for both non-dancers and experienced dancers
Rents floor time to local dance organizations and instructors
Rents the facility for private events
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Halloween Dance 2026:
Halloween Dance 2026:
Sunday, 6pm - $5 Beginner Dance Class!
Sunday, 6pm - $5 Beginner Dance Class!
$5 Beginner Level 1 Ballroom/Latin/Swing Classes from 6pm to 7pm every Sunday
This is a class for non-dancers, new dancers and for current dancers interested in reviewing the basics of Ballroom/Latin/Swing technique and steps.
A dance partner is not required. The class is for singles, couples and same-sex couples.
Class Schedule:
11/01 - Beginner Nightclub TwoStep
11/08 - Beginner Merengue
11/15 - Beginner Samba
11/22 - Beginner Country TwoStep with Debbie Yuhas, Rigby's Jig
11/29 - Beginner Bachata
12/06 - Beginner West Coast Swing
12/13 - Beginner Hustle/Disco with Michele Trembly
12/20 - Beginner Waltz
12/27 - Beginner East Coast Swing
Lesson Only - $5/person Sunday, 6-7pm
Lesson & Dance Sunday Combo - $10/person Sunday, 6-9pm
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Monday, 7pm - Intro to Country 2 Step NEW!!!
Monday, 7pm - Intro to Country 2 Step NEW!!!
Mondays: November 9, 16 & 23 (series starts on the 9th)
Lesson: 7-8:30pm
Instructor: Debbie Yuhas from Rigby's Jig
Location: 6004-A W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
Cost: $15 per person per class
- If you don't dance Country Two Step ..... this is the class for you!
- If you know C2S ..... consider attending with a beginner friend!
The class will start with teaching the very basic beginner C2S skills.
Questions? info@thedancespace.com or www.thedancespace.com
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Tuesday, 6pm - Scottish Country Dancers
Tuesday, 6pm - Scottish Country Dancers
Come join the Richmond Scottish Country Dancers for some “Reel” fun. We meet every Tuesday at 6-8 pm.
Beginners are welcome and no partner is needed. For more information and first time attendees, please contact scdrichmond@gmail.com or call 804-639-7688.
More info is at richmondscottishcountrydancers.org
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Beginner Bootcamp Series
(Sun Nov. 1)
Beginner Bootcamp Series
(Sun Nov. 1)
West Coast Swing Beginner Bootcamp (Parts 1-3) with Instructor Adela Su
Time: 2:30 - 5:30 pm (see detailed schedule below)
Cost (per class): $30 per Person or $50 per Leader/Follower Combo
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/eBpUciwLnrPWoKVA8
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Want to learn how to dance West Coast Swing?! Did you miss the last few Beginner Bootcamp Series? Feel like you need to take it/parts of it over again (very common!) for greater understanding and to improve your technique?! Experienced WCS dancers, want to learn the opposite role?! Now's your chance; this is for ALL of YOU!! #gettoclass
SCHEDULE (subject to adjustment as needed):
2:30 - 2:45 pm: Check In, Meet + Greet
2:45 pm: Doors Close (no walk-ins/no latecomers!)
2:45 - 4:00 pm: Instruction
4:00 - 4:15 pm: Break/Snacks/Q&A
4:15 - 5:30 pm: Instruction
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Intermediate Bootcamp Series
(Sun Nov. 1)
Intermediate Bootcamp Series
(Sun Nov. 1)
West Coast Swing Intermediate Level Series with Instructor Adela Su
Time: 12:30 - 2:15 pm (see detailed schedule below)
Cost: $20 per Person
Sign Up Form: https://forms.gle/8Sj4iUCtEr1k8GE48
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This WCS Intermediate+ Level class is for anyone with solid basics and/or has attended either my WCS Beginner Bootcamp or another instructor's beginner series (PM me if you have any questions!). Registration/pre-payment is required as attendance is limited. We'll also try to maintain a good role balance, so Followers, it's in your best interest to find a Leader to sign up with you (although not required)! Must be comfortable with receiving feedback in a group setting.
SKILL REQUIREMENT:
You should have solid basics: closed position starter step; pushes (push break/sugar push, front/sugar tuck); side passes (left side pass, under arm pass, passing tuck, right torque turn, spinning side pass); and whip (basic). If in doubt, let me know!
SCHEDULE:
12:30 - 12:45 pm: Check In/Meet + Greet/Warm Up
12:45 pm: Doors Close (no latecomers!)
12:45 - 2:15 pm: Instruction
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Need a dance lesson?
Need a dance lesson?
Check out our INSTRUCTORS page which provides a list of the independent instructors teaching private lessons at The Dance Space.
Additionally, beginner group dance instruction is provided every Sunday night from 6-7pm. See above for details on our $5 Sunday Beginner Dance Class.
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Floor Rental
Floor Rental
The Dance Space facility is available for group events and private parties. Our large 1,600 sqft dance floor and sound system is available on an hourly basis, for social events as well as dance/athletic practice. Our central location in the near-West End is perfect for events in the Central VA area. Morning, afternoon and evening time slots are available.
We also provide affordable shared-floor time for dance instructors looking for a location for private or small-group lessons.
Call us at (804)594-5871, email us or simply use the form on our CONTACT page to request more information and pricing.
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Wedding Dance Preparation
Wedding Dance Preparation
If you are getting ready for a wedding, The Dance Space can set you up with a Wedding Dance routine that will make you feel like you are on Dancing With The Stars. We have several wedding prep packages available, or we can build a custom program to meet your specific needs.
Call us at (804)594-5871, email us or simply use the form on our CONTACT page to request more information and pricing.
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Click below to display a map to The Dance Space:
The Dance Space events are held in a studio on the second floor of a small shopping center directly on Broad Street (Studio-804). It is located half way between Horsepen Road and Libbie Avenue on the North side of Broad. The studio is above the Mekong Restaurant with our entrance downstairs to the right of the Mekong.
Links to other local Ballroom Dancing related resources:
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