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First Friday West Coast Swing Dance Cancelled Because of Weather- Tonight 12/05/2025
First Friday West Coast Swing Dance Cancelled Because of Weather- Tonight 12/05/2025
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
Upcoming Dances:
12/07 - California Mix with DJ Mike Recant
12/14 - Country Mix with DJ Becky Feuerborn
12/21- Ballroom Mix with DJ Doug McRae
Holiday Dance12/28 - Ballroom Mix with DJ Jerry Scaglione
01/04 - California Mix with DJ Mike Recant
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Monthly Events (see details below)
Monthly Events (see details below)
First Friday West Coast Swing with
Christi O' and Kyla W'
First Friday West Coast Swing with
Christi O' and Kyla W'
Cancelled Friday December 5, 7pm, due to bad weather.
USA Dance First Saturday Dance
USA Dance First Saturday Dance
Saturday December 6, 7-9:30pm
Beginner/Intermediate Lesson 7-7:45pm
Dance 7:45-9:30pm
$5 members, $8 others
"Heavy on the West Coast" hosted by
Beth & Doug
"Heavy on the West Coast" hosted by
Beth & Doug
Friday December 12, 7-10:30pm
No WCS Lesson
Dance 7-10:30pm
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
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First Friday West Coast Swing with Christi O' and Kyla W'
First Friday West Coast Swing with Christi O' and Kyla W'
Friday December 5, 7-10:30 pm. CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
7-7:45 Intermediate WCS Lesson
7:45-8:30 Beginner WCS Lesson
8 :30 to 10:30pm Dance
$10 per person
RVA First Friday West Coast Swing Dance with Christi and Kyla. There will be two WCS Lessons (Intermediate then Beginner) from 7-8:30pm by Jason Donahoo. There will then be open dancing from 8:30-10:30pm. 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 December 6, 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 7-7:45 PM 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 December 12, 7-10:30pm
No WCS Lesson
Dance 7-10:30pm
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Join us for a great night of dancing and community at The Dance Space. You will then be able to dance from 7-10:30pm to the fantastic tunes (heavy on the WCS) of DJs Beth and Doug!
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Halloween Dance 2025:
Halloween Dance 2025:
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:
12/07 - Beginner West Coast Swing
12/14 - Beginner American Tango
12/21 - Beginner Waltz (Christmas Dance)
12/28 - Beginner Country Two Step
w/Debbie Yuhas from Rigby's Jig01/04 - Beginner Salsa
Lesson Only - $5/person Sunday, 6-7pm
Lesson & Dance Sunday Combo - $10/person Sunday, 6-9pm
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Tuesday, 6pm - Scottish Country Dancers
Tuesday, 6pm - Scottish Country Dancers
Last 2025 class is 12/9, first 2026 class is 1/6!
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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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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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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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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