
Steppin' Out AVL Line Dance Lessons
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
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Community Waltz
MoreA welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.

A welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.
A welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.

A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.

A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.
A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.

Swing Asheville
MoreLearn beginner-friendly swing steps before an evening of social dancing to music inspired by the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, alongside contemporary swing sounds.

Learn beginner-friendly swing steps before an evening of social dancing to music inspired by the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, alongside contemporary swing sounds.
Learn beginner-friendly swing steps before an evening of social dancing to music inspired by the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, alongside contemporary swing sounds.

Lively contra dance with do si dos and long-line figures in a fun-loving, sober and safety-minded community setting. Expect partner changes, friendly caller guidance, and upbeat traditional dance tunes in a campus-style hall.

Lively contra dance with do si dos and long-line figures in a fun-loving, sober and safety-minded community setting. Expect partner changes, friendly caller guidance, and upbeat traditional dance tunes in a campus-style hall.
Lively contra dance with do si dos and long-line figures in a fun-loving, sober and safety-minded community setting. Expect partner changes, friendly caller guidance, and upbeat traditional dance tunes in a campus-style hall.

Balboa Night
MoreA drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.

A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.
A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.

Morning and evening line dance instruction with a beginner Thursday track and a high beginner to intermediate Monday track. Structured, skill-building sessions require preregistration and may shift around early voting, with some classes temporarily in the Town Hall Community Room.

Morning and evening line dance instruction with a beginner Thursday track and a high beginner to intermediate Monday track. Structured, skill-building sessions require preregistration and may shift around early voting, with some classes temporarily in the Town Hall Community Room.
Morning and evening line dance instruction with a beginner Thursday track and a high beginner to intermediate Monday track. Structured, skill-building sessions require preregistration and may shift around early voting, with some classes temporarily in the Town Hall Community Room.

Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a casual bar setting with a friendly, inclusive crowd. No boots, partner, or experience needed—easy entry for first timers and seasoned dancers alike.

Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a casual bar setting with a friendly, inclusive crowd. No boots, partner, or experience needed—easy entry for first timers and seasoned dancers alike.
Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a casual bar setting with a friendly, inclusive crowd. No boots, partner, or experience needed—easy entry for first timers and seasoned dancers alike.

Ballroom Dance
MoreA welcoming drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with monthly styles ranging from rumba and waltz to tango, swing, and cha cha.

A welcoming drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with monthly styles ranging from rumba and waltz to tango, swing, and cha cha.
A welcoming drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with monthly styles ranging from rumba and waltz to tango, swing, and cha cha.

A beginner lesson introduces country line dance steps in a welcoming setting, making it easy for newcomers to learn the moves and join the dancing.

A beginner lesson introduces country line dance steps in a welcoming setting, making it easy for newcomers to learn the moves and join the dancing.
A beginner lesson introduces country line dance steps in a welcoming setting, making it easy for newcomers to learn the moves and join the dancing.

Progressive six-week Argentine tango series with a 6:30–7:30 pm beginner lesson followed by a 7:30–8:00 pm practice session. Kind, constructive coaching builds foundational lead follow technique and a friendly partner-dance community.

Progressive six-week Argentine tango series with a 6:30–7:30 pm beginner lesson followed by a 7:30–8:00 pm practice session. Kind, constructive coaching builds foundational lead follow technique and a friendly partner-dance community.
Progressive six-week Argentine tango series with a 6:30–7:30 pm beginner lesson followed by a 7:30–8:00 pm practice session. Kind, constructive coaching builds foundational lead follow technique and a friendly partner-dance community.

Learn basic ukulele playing in a welcoming, hands-on lesson, then stay for an optional community jam. Free instruction and limited instrument checkout make this accessible to ages 12 and up.

Learn basic ukulele playing in a welcoming, hands-on lesson, then stay for an optional community jam. Free instruction and limited instrument checkout make this accessible to ages 12 and up.
Learn basic ukulele playing in a welcoming, hands-on lesson, then stay for an optional community jam. Free instruction and limited instrument checkout make this accessible to ages 12 and up.

A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.

A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.
A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.

Midweek Latin social with a quick, all-levels lesson followed by open dancing until midnight. Expect salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton energy in a lively West Asheville brewery with a $10 cover.

Midweek Latin social with a quick, all-levels lesson followed by open dancing until midnight. Expect salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton energy in a lively West Asheville brewery with a $10 cover.
Midweek Latin social with a quick, all-levels lesson followed by open dancing until midnight. Expect salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton energy in a lively West Asheville brewery with a $10 cover.

Smart Cycling
MoreHands-on Traffic Skills 101 training for safer city riding, covering predictable street positioning, hazard awareness, and confident lane navigation. League of American Bicyclists curriculum geared to beginners and riders polishing urban cycling habits.

Hands-on Traffic Skills 101 training for safer city riding, covering predictable street positioning, hazard awareness, and confident lane navigation. League of American Bicyclists curriculum geared to beginners and riders polishing urban cycling habits.
Hands-on Traffic Skills 101 training for safer city riding, covering predictable street positioning, hazard awareness, and confident lane navigation. League of American Bicyclists curriculum geared to beginners and riders polishing urban cycling habits.

A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.

A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.
A two-hour participatory playshop blends movement, music, storytelling, and unscripted connection in a welcoming space for newcomers and returning participants to explore creativity together.

Upbeat Zumba rhythms drive a fast-paced cardio dance workout with energetic music, plenty of movement, and sweat. An encouraging group atmosphere welcomes regular dancers and anyone seeking an active weekly workout.

Upbeat Zumba rhythms drive a fast-paced cardio dance workout with energetic music, plenty of movement, and sweat. An encouraging group atmosphere welcomes regular dancers and anyone seeking an active weekly workout.
Upbeat Zumba rhythms drive a fast-paced cardio dance workout with energetic music, plenty of movement, and sweat. An encouraging group atmosphere welcomes regular dancers and anyone seeking an active weekly workout.

A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.

A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.
A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.

Playful improv exercises invite LGBTQ+ participants to connect, create, and laugh in a free, supportive workshop led by experienced improvisers. Optional donations benefit Campaign for Southern Equality.

Playful improv exercises invite LGBTQ+ participants to connect, create, and laugh in a free, supportive workshop led by experienced improvisers. Optional donations benefit Campaign for Southern Equality.
Playful improv exercises invite LGBTQ+ participants to connect, create, and laugh in a free, supportive workshop led by experienced improvisers. Optional donations benefit Campaign for Southern Equality.

Pulsing hand drums carry through the streets at twilight as people gather to play, dance, or take in the spectacle. Spontaneous rhythms and shared movement create a vibrant, all-welcome community gathering.

Pulsing hand drums carry through the streets at twilight as people gather to play, dance, or take in the spectacle. Spontaneous rhythms and shared movement create a vibrant, all-welcome community gathering.
Pulsing hand drums carry through the streets at twilight as people gather to play, dance, or take in the spectacle. Spontaneous rhythms and shared movement create a vibrant, all-welcome community gathering.

Field-based instruction on identifying wild edibles and useful Appalachian plants in local Asheville habitats. Expect hands-on nature skills like safe harvesting, seasonal awareness, and practical tips for responsible foraging.

Field-based instruction on identifying wild edibles and useful Appalachian plants in local Asheville habitats. Expect hands-on nature skills like safe harvesting, seasonal awareness, and practical tips for responsible foraging.
Field-based instruction on identifying wild edibles and useful Appalachian plants in local Asheville habitats. Expect hands-on nature skills like safe harvesting, seasonal awareness, and practical tips for responsible foraging.
