About Us

We are a Blues dancing community located in Norfolk, VA. We organize and provide dance lessons, social dances, group discussions, community events, and more for the preservation and continued the legacy of the Black American artform,

Blues Dancing.


Music

During our socials we play a wide variety of Blues dancing music - everything from jazzy Ballroomin' Blues to hip-shakin' Jukin' Blues! We explore the "roots" of blues and the many "fruits" that continue and evolve the legacy of Blues.

"Blues are the roots, the other musics are the fruits."

~ Willie Dixon


Donation-based, volunteer-run

We believe that dance and community should be as accessible as possible. We operate through donations, generally between $5-15/person. There are many ways to contribute including providing water, snacks, or other volunteer roles--ask an organizer for creative ways to give back to your local blues dance scene!

*For the community, by the community!*



Weekly Lessons & Dances

Monday Night Blues is at

Fred Heutte Gardens

1000 Botetourt Gardens, Norfolk 23507

Blues "Roots" Lessons and Social Dance.

Beginner Drop-in & secondary lessons available,

beginners welcome and no partner required.

Doors Open: 7PM

Weekly Lessons: 7:10-8PM

Weekly Social: 8-10PM 


Digging Deeper is at

DanceSportVA

5721 Arrowhead Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Blues dance clinic and

practica on Thursdays

10-20$ Door Charge


See you on the dance floor 🎶


Mission: Tidewater Blues Dance is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of Blues dancing through community, education, and engagement. 


Vision: Tidewater Blues Dance seeks to:


Values: Tidewater Blues Dance operates in alignment with the following values: