Just Dance is excited to celebrate its 15th anniversary party on May 23! Held Fridays twice a month, Just Dance provides an all-ages, alcohol-free alternative to the club scene with all proceeds donated to various local charities and non-profit organizations. This is a vibrant dance event with music from around the world that gets people from all walks of life dancing up a storm.

The big b-day bash features resident DJ Abheeru doing his thing along with a stellar line-up that includes world-class percussionist Pepe Danza and African dancer Jacky Essombe plus didgeridoo and Poi performances. Just Dance also plans to pamper participants by providing plenty of prizes, including a weekend retreat for two at Hollyhock on Cortes Island.

The Just Dance experience is as diverse as the people attending it. Over the past decade and a half, friendships have been formed, creative connections made and life partners found – some even resulting in “Just Dance babies.”

For many, it is more than just a World Beat dance party; it is a modern version of a tribal experience. A Buddhist monk once observed this kind of dancing can be like meditation – and indeed it is. Thinking slows down, your week’s worries fade away and the body’s innate sense of celebration takes over.

On any given Friday, you will see dancers of all ages out boogying on the Russian Community Centre’s spacious dance floor. Some dance alone, others in pairs, while many form impromptu groups to let their backbones slide and dance the night away. It is for anyone who wants to move, connect and be in an openhearted and relaxed environment. Add to this Just Dance’s no booze credo and the whole place glows with a warm community vibe and a natural high.

Just Dance like no one is watching. Just do it.

Just Dance Anniversary Party
Friday May 23, 9pm
Russian Community Centre
2114 W. 4th Avenue (near Arbutus)
Advance tickets at Banyen Books or at www.justdance.ca and at the regular Friday night dances. Tickets $15 or $20/door
www.justdance.ca
info@justdance.ca