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UPLIFT – 4th Friday West Coast Swing Social at Gio Danceworld in Pleasant Grove
Next Monthly dance Friday, May 22, 2026
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UPLIFT exists to bring people together through West Coast Swing in a community-centered space that supports growth, connection, and emotional well-being. Through movement, presence, and partnership, dancers are invited to connect with themselves and each other and experience the shared joy of dancing together.
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We’re excited to welcome the incredibly talented Elizabeth Spann for two special workshops before the UPLIFT social!
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Workshops with Elizabeth Spann
7:00–8:00 PM - Title TBA
8:00–9:00 PM - Title TBA
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8:00 PM - Beginner Lesson with Shalay and Michael Caro with Westies of Nashville
(next door to Gio Danceworld)
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Social Dancing: 9:00 PM–12:00 AM
Hosted by Dance to Uplift
Music by Elisabeth Larson
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Pre-Register: $35 (both workshops + social)
Door Pricing: $40
Register through Venmo: @Giodanceworld
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Coming just for the social? It’s $10 in advance, $12 at the door
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Want to join the social + beginner class with Shalay and Michael Caro? That’s $12 in advance, $15 at the door
UPLIFT LESSON FLOW
May 22nd flow as above in blue
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Here’s how the night flows:
8:00–8:30: The Deep Dive Advanced Session
A focused, advanced session exploring one concept
15 min concept + drill • 15 min application
(Experienced dancers who stay are welcome to take the full lesson hour at no extra charge)
8:30–9:15: Fundamentals and Beyond - A welcoming class for those learning the basics and expanding them. The months will rotate between:
1. Pass and Push break focus
2. Whips focus
3. Closed position and open to closed position focus
** We will start with the basic movements and
then layer them with a move at the end.
9:15–12:00: Social Dance - Music, movement, connection, and play
Taught by GPDIA-certified instructor Shalay
Come grow. Come dance. Come connect.
