The group performs dances such as waltz and polka in beautiful costumes at festivals, weddings and other events.This is a great chance for people to get stage experience at no cost. You will be taught how to dance and learn choreography to exciting music. We welcome men and women who likes to dance. You need not be Polish to join. If you love music and dancing and like to have FUN - join us!

Welcome to the 1st and only Bachata Meet Up in Richmond. This will be a sister Meet Up Group to the Bachata Meet Up in DC BachataMeetUp.com and the Baltimore Bachata Meet Up BachatainBaltimore.com We look forward to hosting amazing Bachata & Latin dance events in Richmond... Bachata is taking the world by storm and as a true Bachata lover I want to spread Bachata World Wide. In the last five years, I (Lee EL Gringuito) have taught more people to dance Bachata in the United States then anyon …

Zumba is hosted by Candy Banks, certified to teach Zumba,level 1, Zumba Gold and Zumba in the Circuit(at Curves) An aerobic exercise class for everyone who wants to groove and tone up with Latin and other international music, plus crowd favorites like the Jive,Country and Line dances - no partner needed. Dress comfortably,supportive shoes, bring a water bottle, and a friend. No dance experience needed and exercise is tailored to everyone, even with disabilities. Come to Party!  Most Thursdays , …

*We do English Country and Scottish Country dances. *English Country Dances are also the traditional of Colonial America. Several of these dances have been featured in Jane Austen movies. *We also do modern dance in the English Country style. Have you ever learned to square dance? This is similar as the steps are called (during practice) and it is a friendly social environment. If you can walk you can dance! If you have ever had your feet stepped on while taking a dance class, this is one in whi …

Got a thing for glitter? Practice the 3/4 shimmy in line at the grocery store? Just want to know more about Belly Dance? Join us! Belly Dance and Bollywood movie parties, costuming ideas and seminars, workshops, good old girls' nights out...the possibilities are endless.

Learn folk dances from different countries including the United States. You will enjoy dancing even without a partner!!! You will dance to a variety of music from all over the world. Or just enjoy dancing! The purpose of this group is not only to learn folk dancing but to make friends and have FUN. We have dances for people of all ages - kids, young adults and not-so-young adults. NOTE!!!!   WE WILL BREAK UNTIL SEPTEMBER WHEN SCHOOL STARTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BUT ISRAEL DANCING EVER …

Want to dance to exciting latin and ballroom music like Cha Cha, Salsa, Tango? This group meets at an elegant west end Henrico ballroom in John Rolfe Commons shopping center (on Ridgefield Pkwy) for weekly dance lessons and social dances. Meetup members pay $5 for classes or Friday night dance parties. If you love to dance or are ready to learn, this is the opportunity of a lifetime! See more at www.WestEndBallroom.org

The Dances of Universal Peace are a unique combination of Folk Art and Spiritual Practice . This practice has been growing strong for over 40 years worldwide, although it is part of a timeless tradition of Sacred sound and movement. We use chanting and song from many world traditions to express, honor and celebrate our deeper selves , and moving meditation which promotes inner peace and togetherness.

Welcome to Richmond Bellydance and Music Central, your home for finding out all about what is happening in the Richmond bellydance and world/alternative music community, and in the surrounding areas. Instructors, performers, and enthusiasts: this site is for you! Post events freely- let's get the word out to Central Virginia and beyond! Here you will find information about local events, classes, performances, and more! While bellydance is safe, fun, and family friendly, we must share this discl …

We are a group of people who are loyal Chivers. So if your a fan or newly discovering www.thechive.com/www.theberry.com come on out and have some fun with people who know the true meaning of Keep Calm and Chive On.

If you like meeting new people, sharing your interests and making some great friends, this is your group. We are members from all walks of life, all ages, men, women, cultures and backgrounds. It's great for people who are new in town or just want to make new friends or would like to simply network to promote their business. Check out these youtube videos of some our past group events: I am a videographer/photographer and I did all of these videos myself. http://youtu.be/nAdlPpu6l2o http://youtu …

Are you a male or female and aged 40 years and up?  WE ARE!  Active, fun, friendly?  Like to go to dinner, play pool, paddle kayaks, go hiking, ride bikes, go dancing, see plays, go to concerts, do volunteer work, etc? SO DO WE!  But, we know there are more of you and why not all "meetup"? We have a few requirements to join - you must be single.  Separated is fine - living with your estranged spouse is not.   Please have a clear photo of yourself - so we can see your face! It helps the Organizer …

Welcome to the Richmond Social Boomers Meetup! This group is open to Richmond area singles, couples, men, and women who want to meet and socialize with others of the Baby Boom generation. Baby Boomers are defined as those born between 1946 - 1964, but we won't check your ID:-). If you are in (or near) this age group or just like hanging around with baby boomers - come join us!  Our meetup events include happy hours, dining out, bowling, dancing, parties, karaoke, hiking, and other fun activities …

Meet others interested in local nightlife -- everything from drinks, dinner & dancing to pool, live music and good conversation. This group is for anyone looking to get out and have some fun, whether you're single, new in town, or just finding it hard to meet people with common interests.

The Richmond Salsa Meetup group is a non-profit forum for salsa enthusiasts catering to all levels of salsa dancers in Richmond and the surrounding area. Our purpose is to exchange information, meet, practice, learn to dance salsa and most of all to have lots & lots of fun on the dance floor :D Again all Salseros and Salseras regardless of what level of experience you have with Salsa or no experience at all are welcome to join the group. Please be sure to at add at least one profile picture so m …

Do you sing in the shower? Does your brush become a microphone while fixing your hair? Did you participate in show choir, madrigals, or ensemble singing in high school? Do you love the TV show, “Glee”? If you answered "yes" to any or all of these questions, this is the group for you! The Greater Richmond Chorus (GRC) is a diverse 80 voice woman’s vocal group of all ages who love to sing a cappella 4-part harmony, dance, and perform. Under the direction of Erin Odell, we are dedicated to musical …

This group is for people who enjoy R&R after work or want to be downtown on the weekend. Join us for drinks, appetizers, dinner, music, movies and events.  Be sure to suggest your favorite places or to host a meetup!

Welcome World  Rhythm Drummers This is the main Web Site for the Virginia World Rhythms Drum Circles. Here you will find Drum Circles from Richmond VA all the way to Virginia Beach and everything in between.  The other two websites are specific to their location  http://www.richmond-rhythms-drum-circle.com/ and http://www.virginia-beach-drum-circle.com/ This is the Web Site for Lovers of Drum Circles.  Here you will find the right place to share your rhythms with like minded folks of all ages a …

What is Nia? Nia is much more than a fitness class; Nia is a playful, integrative practice for your body, mind, and spirit. Nia is a holistic workout experience, a joyful, healing sensation manifested through your body using movement, music, and the magic that unfolds when we embrace love. Nia is a lifestyle practice of self-expression, combining martial arts, dance arts, and healing arts designed to foster physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Balancing technical precision with …

This group is for Bollywood fans of Virginia! Who should join? People that enjoy watching Bollywood Movies, not much of that here in Hampton Roads . . . People that want to make new friends People that are interested in the cuisine, culture and music of the Indian Subcontinent, to be honest, we are all about the cuisine! PLEASE BE ADVISED, it has come to our attention that when you try to join this Meetup using a smartphone with the Meetup app, your application for membership never reaches us, …

CALLING ALL RVA DANCERS!! Welcome to the area's newest hip-hop/hip-pop dance class!! I've been wanting to do this for a long time and I've finally mustered up the courage & time to do it LOL. But as some may know I LOVE to dance and I think I'm pretty good at it. I plan 2 live 2 my full potential in the year 2013 and I encourage you to do the same! So don't b scared 2 join in the fun and take part in some real choreographed moves (originals, videos, and some from my favorite choreographer Luam K …

Are you from da islands? Do you miss the islands, people, culture, and/or food? Do you miss the island life, culture, and lifestyle? Are you Polynesian or Polynesian at heart? Let's meet. 'Ano 'ai me ke aloha ia 'oukou! 'O Lisa Noelani Robbins ko'u inoa. (Greetings! My name is Lisa Noelani Robbins.) I am the director and instructor of 'Ohana Arts Studio, Kinderhula, and Polynesian Dance Studio. Hui 'o Polynesia is an informal cultural organization founded in 2008. All are welcome. The mission of …

Our purpose is to provide a community forum to increase awareness of all NIA activities in the Hampton Roads, VA Beach, Norfolk area, including local area JAM sessions, special performances, classes and other events. Local area class schedules are shown below the Meetup Description as well as in the "About" tab. If you do not find a class near you, contact us and we will assist you in whatever way we can!! We are expanding our coverage of the area in the coming months (we are new and building up …

This group is for all of those hippies, ravers, campers, and party people that pile into vehicles and drive for hours just to rough it in the mountains with music flowing through the trees and over the hills. For those who have had life changing experiences and have met others that have become like family in just a few short days. This group is a way of continuing those friendships beyond the tented neighborhoods and a way to plan or create our own camp-outs or experiences. The object of this g …

The Natchel' Blues Network Blues Society (NBN) is dedicated to the promoting and increasing the awareness of Blues Music as a true American art form in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia (Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth). Plus the southeastern Virginia (Williamsburg, Poquoson, York County, Northeast North Carolina, Gloucester, Franklin, Smithfield, and Isle of Wight. Supporting live music with Blues concerts with local & national artists, blues fes …

This woman's group gets together to write (and share) handwritten letters, journal entries & personal essays. Sharing is for the purpose of discussion, and is not mandatory. Not enough communication, these days, is handwritten. There is something special about carving your own thoughts, through the written word, and by your own hand. Doodlers welcome! Writing by hand, is not mandatory any more than sharing is -- so feel free to bring your tablet or mac book or notebook. Feel free to be you, and …

This is a group for the promotion of new square dancers, round dancers, or contra dancers in the state of Virginia. Married or single does not matter, ethnic background does not matter, age does not matter, what matters is your love of dance and music, meeting new friends, and your desire to socialize with others in a safe environment. Square, round, and/or contra dance clubs in Virginia need and want your presence to carry on an American tradition. Let's get together and learn how to square dan …

This group is for people slightly older and mature who want to go out and have fun from salsa dancing, dining, attending festivals and even volunteering. I want to get a group together that wants to have a good time and enjoy the company of others listening to oldies but goodies and meeting at local events. You will find events all over but trying to focus more on the tri-cities area.  Who says you have to be 21 to have fun? So....will you join me? Please share any knowledge of events, organizat …