Non-competative Social Partner Dancing at its Best!


ROLL UP THE RUG 


DANCE!

We offer fun, detailed, private, semi-private, and group classes that are designed to bring joy to your day, clarity to your step, connection to your partner, and love & passion to your life!

Join our MAILING LIST to get informed about upcoming Roll Up The Rug classes, dances, special events, camps, cruises & more! 

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Teaching in Seattle, throughout the USA, and internationally. Talk to us about bringing a workshop to your community! 

Join us for the best way to travel & dance!

Worldwide Dance Adventures! 

(Where in the world would YOU like to dance?) 

See below, or CLICK HERE to view our 'Worldwide Dance Adventures' webpage

 
DANCE-TRAVEL EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

CLICK HERE to see the full schedule of Ari's worldwide events




FEATURED EVENTS



Ball-Fest in Bavaria!

(Munich, Germany)

Feb 1-8, 2026  Ari & Friends Event


Come join us as we celebrate "Faschings" season in Munich, a time when the city erupts in music, fun, costumes, balls, and dance parties!


Ball Fest week is specifically designed for dancers who not only want to experience the whimsy and fun of Ball season in Europe, but who would also love to do so in the company of a fun group of like-minded fellow travel-adventurers!


During this fabulous week, we use Munich as our veritable playground -- exploring the city's beauty, enjoying unique dining opportunities, attending dance classes together, taking part in exchanges with other local dance schools, attending balls, and much more! 


CLICK HERE  for Details & Registration

CLICK HERE to see the Waltz Week in Vienna Facebook Page (also used for Ball-Fest)




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Ari's Fabulous Port Townsend WCS - Fusion Workshops  

(Port Townsend, WA)

Dec 6, 2025  Ari & Friends Event


  For folks not going to SeaBeck, this is definitely the place to be for a very fun & very affordable option. Come and enjoy a fabulous day of West Coast Swing & Fusion blended workshops with a master teacher of the craft. 


**Please NOTE: These workshops are specifically designed for social partner dancers (not 'performance' or 'competition'-based ones).  They will help you move to that next level of playful fun partnering that adds a wow factor to your dancing and is sure to put a smile on your partner's face.  Come dance & spread the joy  :)


For Facebook Page Info & Details:  CLICK HERE  


**PLEASE NOTE:  The workshop is almost full at 40.  We currently have a few spots left for either solo leads or for lead/follow pairs.  (Solo follows will be put on a wait list until the numbers are better balanced). 

**Fri & Sunday (Dec 5 & 7) are still available for privates, and there are just a few spots left for those. Reply to this email if you are interested.


To Register:  CLICK HERE




4 Holiday Dances in Seattle!
Nov/Dec, 2025 Ari & Friends Event

   

Mark your calendar for some fun holiday parties in Seattle this November & December, all at Om Culture (2210 N. Pacific St., Seattle).   

  • NOV 28, 2025:  Hebers Post-Thanksgiving Gratitude Dance (1-4pm)
  • DEC 24, 2025:   Christmas Eve Holiday Dance Extravaganza!
  • DEC 27, 2025:   Ari's Annual "Dancing Thru The Decades" Party
  • DEC 31, 2025:   New Year's Eve Holiday Hullabaloo at Om Culture!      (with live music by the Joe Cook Blues Band -- not to be missed!)
10-Day Caribbean Dance Cruise!
Jan 20-29, 2026 Ari & Friends Event

Join us for ten incredible days sailing  aboard the luxurious Queen Elizabeth with visits to Amber Cove (Dominican Republic), Montego Bay (Jamaica), Belize City (Belize), Cozumel (Mexico), and Miami (USA), and many opportunities for group dance lessons & social dancing onboard the ship. For this trip we are partnering with EviActive, our dance friends from Quebec, bringing two wonderful dance communities together!  **Prices start at $2,030 US per person (shared cabin)


 CLICK HERE for cruise details, pricing, and registration.  

Be sure to let Evi know that you are with Worldwide Dance Adventures

*PLEASE NOTE: Registration for the trip will be through EviActive

**Prices are subject to change at any time per Cunard Cruise Lines

 

 

Best of Spain Dance Adventure
May 8-18, 2026 WWDA Event
    

Join us on this journey of a lifetime as we traverse Spain, stopping in Barcelona, Valencia, and Madrid for some fabulous touring, travel, & dance experience. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just love to move, you’ll be immersed in the joy of dance, the magic of Spanish traditions, and the beauty of three major Spanish cities and their surroundings.  


CLICK HERE for Details & Registration



Harrison Hot Springs Dance & Spa Retreat Weekend

(British Columbia, Canada)

May 29-31, 2026 Ari & Friends Event


Join Ari & company in beautiful British Columbia for our 9th annual dance & workshop retreat in this historic lakeside setting -- with live music & dancing, hot springs, and special guest instructor Sharon Sebo from Kelowna, B.C.  


Save the Dates! 

Details & Registration COMING SOON

  

CLICK HERE  to join our Harrison Hot Springs Dance & Spa Retreat Facebook Page and be the first to learn about the details of this event. 



7-Day Spain, France & Italy Dance Cruise!
June 15-22, 2026 Ari & Friends Event

Join Ari for seven nights aboard the beautiful Queen Victoria, departing from Barcelona, with stops in France, Spain, and Italy. This cruise is specifically geared for those who love to dance & travel with an eye to improving your technique as a non-competitive social partner dancer. For this trip we are once again partnering with EviActive, our dance friends from Quebec, bringing two wonderful dance communities together!  **Prices start at $1,859 US per person (shared cabin)


 CLICK HERE for cruise details, pricing, and registration.  

Be sure to let Evi know that you are with Worldwide Dance Adventures

*PLEASE NOTE: Registration for the trip will be through EviActive



Swing Dance Montenegro!

Kotor, Montenegro (near Croatia)

Aug 23-29, 2026 Ari & Friends Event


Join Ari & Alevtina for seven fabulous days of Swing, Lindy-Hop, Shag, Blues and more in one of the most beautiful historic walled medieval cities on the Adriatic coast -- Kotor! Come for the swing, stay after for the Croatia Dance Cruise! (see below)


Details & Registration COMING SOON


  CLICK HERE  to join our Croatia Dance Adventure Facebook Page where we will be posting more about this trip.



Croatia Dance Cruise!

Sept 5-12, 2026 WWDA Event 

This trip features seven nights on board our privately chartered yacht as we explore the Croatian islands and coast, with plenty of opportunity for dancing, socializing, beach time, exploring, and play. It's all-inclusive, including trips through the national parks and five city tours.  After the cruise, join us in Florence for our fabulous Tuscany Art & Dance Adventure (see below)


Details COMING SOON

Email us today at DanceAdventures@comcast.net  to let us know you're interested and to get pre-sale tickets before they go public (group size is limited, so you'll want to be on the list!). 

  CLICK HERE  to join our Croatia Dance Adventure Facebook Page. 



From Croatia to Venice to Florence & Beyond!

Sept 12-18, 2026 WWDA Event

Join us for a fabulous guided overland trip from Split, through Northern Croatia, Slovenia, and Italy, stopping to explore the Plitvice & Krka National Parks (the most beautiful and visited national parks in Croatia, famous for their lakes, waterfalls, and boardwalks), as well as beautiful towns like Zadar, Trst, Venice, and Bologna before arriving in Florence in time for their big Friday night swing dance and wine festival weekend! Whether or not you choose to join us for the Croatia Dance Cruise beforehand or for the dance week in Tuscany afterwards, it will be an amazing trip to experience!


Details COMING SOON


Email us today at  DanceAdventures@comcast.net  to be the first to learn about the details for this amazing adventure. 



Tuscany Art & Dance Adventure!

Sept 18-27, 2026 WWDA Event

Join us in Tuscany, Italy, for the perfect marriage of music, wine, dance, food, and the Arts!  On this trip -- the first of it's kind -- in addition to our regular dance classes, socials, and events, we are teaming up with world-famous artists Jeremy Sutton & Peggy Gyulai for some very special one-on-one drawing sessions during our stays in both Florence and Chianti.  We'll also tour San Gigmingnano, and explore the many wineries in the local region during the height of their September harvest season. 


Details  COMING SOON


Email us today at  DanceAdventures@comcast.net  to be the first to learn about the details for this amazing adventure and have access to tickets before they go public (group size is limited, so you'll want to be on the list!).  



Japan "Cherry Blossom Festival" Dance Cruise 

March 6-17, 2027 Ari & Friends Event

Join Ari on this amazing 12-day cruise circumnavigating Japan as we combine our love of social dance with the joy of exploring Japan with its rich history and culture. Traveling during the early cherry blossom season is certainly a bucket list experience. 

**For this trip we are once again partnering with EviActive, our dance friends from Quebec, bringing two wonderful dance communities together!  


CLICK HERE for cruise details, pricing, and registration.  

Be sure to let Evi know that you are with Worldwide Dance Adventures

*PLEASE NOTE: Registration for the trip will be through EviActive



Galapagos Islands Dance Cruise!

May 4-13, 2027 WWDA Event

It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the Galapagos on a beautiful deluxe yacht with a happy group of fellow dancer-adventurers — a serious bucket-list trip for anyone!   


Details & Registration COMING SOON


CLICK HERE  to join our Galapagos Dance Adventure Facebook Page, or email us today at DanceAdventures@comcast.net  be the first to learn about the details for this event. 




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CLICK HERE  to see the 

Full Schedule of Ari's 

Dance-Travel Events





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 These are some of the exciting trips we are exploring for 2026-2027.  If you are interested in any of these, please write to us at DanceAdventures@comcast.net with the trip title(s) in the subject line and we will add you to our early-bird sign-up list so that you can be the first to be informed when registration opens.  




April, 2027 WWDA Event

Amsterdam Tulip Tour & Dance Adventure

As you may have heard, we're planning a fabulous dance adventure trip to the Netherlands just in time for tulip season. CLICK HERE  to join our Bike, Barge, & Dance Adventure Facebook Page, or email us today at DanceAdventures@comcast.net to be the first to learn about the details for this event. 




2027 (Dates TBA)

Greek Islands Dance Cruise 

Join us as we tour the beautiful Greek Islands on our own privately chartered yacht, very similar to what we are doing in Croatia!  Email us today at  DanceAdventures@comcast.net with the trip title in the subject line to be the first to learn about the details for this amazing trip, or CLICK HERE  to join our Boat Bike Dance Adventure Facebook Page. 




2027 (Dates TBA)

Nashville Dance Weekend Getaway 

Nashville has an amazing music and dance scene just ripe for the exploring.  Join us for a fabulous long weekend in this music cultural Mecca for blues, swing, country and more!  Email us today at DanceAdventures@comcast.net with the trip title in the subject line to be the first to learn about the details for this amazing trip. 




2026 or 2027 (Dates TBA)

New England Total Dance Experience 

(Boston to Quebec)

 Join Ari & company for a fabulous Waltz Weekend in Boston, followed by an amazing Fall colors leaf peeping dance cruise from Boston to Quebec (with stops in Bar Harbor, Halifax, St. Johns and more), and capping it off with another wonderful weekend of dance, fully immersed in the French-Canadian charms of Quebec music and culture.  Email us today at DanceAdventures@comcast.net with the trip title in the subject line to be the first to learn about the details for this amazing trip. 




2027 (Dates TBA)

New Orleans Jazz Weekend Dance Getaway 

Join us as we return to New Orleans, the birthplace of dixie jazz where you can dance every night to fabulous live blues, swing, zydeco, and more!  Email us today at DanceAdventures@comcast.net with the trip title in the subject line to be the first to learn about the details for this amazing trip.






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Join us on social media to get up-to-the minute information on all of the trips we are planning for the future. Rooms can sell out quickly, so this will be the best way to stay informed. 

  OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: 

OUR FACEBOOK GROUPS: 

          (Join these groups if you have interest in any of these specific locations)





Upcoming 1st & 3rd Sunday


Om Culture Dances


Dances are held at Om Culture 
(2210 N. Pacific St., Seattle, WA 98103)
Just come on down - pay at the door!

UPCOMING DATES:  

  • CLICK HERE to see the schedule for events Ari is running at Om Culture.
  • CLICK HERE to go to the "Shall We Dance" FB Page which lists the most updated information on these events at Om Culture

TIMES:  (the following times are good for most 1st & 3rd Sunday Dances.  Check the FB Group "Shall We Dance" for the most up-to-date information about these events):

  • 6:45 pm: Doors Open, Pre-Dance Music
  • 7:00 - 7:30 pmDance Lesson (FREE with admission) Style TBA
  • 7:30 - 10:00 pm: "Fabulous Tango Fusion" (the best of tango, alt tango, fusion, and more!)
COST:   (cash, PayPal, or Venmo at the door)

Suggested price: $15 with an Om Culture Pass, $20 at the door. Pay-what-you-can option is always available as well.

CLICK HERE for more details, lesson topics, etc

(Right) Ari & Alyssa demo "Micro Fusion" at the Heart-Sound Fusion Camp

Ask us about:

Private Lessons!

The best way to take your dancing to that next level!

Check out our latest

 DANCE VIDEOS 

Showing examples of swing, blues, waltz, NC2S, "fusion" waltz, cross-step waltz, NC2S, balboa, and more!

Give the gift that keeps giving (and giving back!):

  Roll Up The Rug GIFT CERTIFICATES 

Good for group classes, private lessons, or entrance to our "Fabulous Friday" dances at Om Culture! 

...to listen to a PodCast from the 2016 Singularity University "Exponential Medicine" Conference where Ari describes his involvement in pioneering a new area of "Wellness & Dance"

Join us for our fabulous 

1st & 3rd Sunday Variety, Blues, & Fusion Dances @ Om Culture

Now on a "one-off" schedule  
CLICK HERE  for dates & details

Pick up Ari's latest books CLICK HERE to read more...


Roll Up The Rug Classes & Events  

High energy and fun social dance classes and dance events!
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Friendly and welcoming atmosphere in great dance venues! 
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World-class instruction with solid lead/follow styling and technique!
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 Some of the most beautiful dance music you'll ever hear!
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Perfect for singles, couples, families or groups!
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All ages welcome -- no partner necessary!


 

Join us for our annual:

Harrison Hot Springs Dance & Spa Retreat

Join us for an amazing weekend of dancing & hot springs!

CLICK HERE 

to go to our Worldwide Dance Adventure webpage to see the event schedule 

 Join us for a magical adventure celebrating all things dance during 

Waltz Week in Vienna!

Come to the city where it all began! 

CLICK HERE  

to go to our Worldwide Dance Adventure webpage to see the event schedule 

Join us for our fun & fabulous:

Mexico Dance ADVENTURE Retreats!

Taking place in

in beautiful Chacala, Mexico (near Puerto Vallarta)

and the amazing San Miguel de Allende (in Central Mexico)

CLICK HERE for our Worldwide Dance Adventures Schedule 

Join us for a very unique inter-species, interactive social dance experience

Dancing with Horses

in Glenwood Springs, CO; Baltimore, MD;  & Victoria, BC

Dates: TBA

CLICK HERE for description & details from previous workshops

Ari Levitt – absolutely one of the finest dance teachers and dancers I know. His teaching style is clear and thoughtful, with a generous dash of humor. He is extremely creative and he teaches dancers how to take steps and styling from one dance form to other dances in interesting and fun ways. His blues dancing is sensational.”
                                                                                              –Kurt Reisser, Denver, CO


"After all the years of lessons I’ve had, YOUR CLASS taught me how to be more receptive to my partners energy and intention in ways more subtle than I ever imagined. The synch and flow with them is a real high….. and I’m dancing with top leads now. Thanks so much!
          You clearly know that moves alone don’t make a dancer. You show moves in a clear way I can easily absorb, but even more, you teach the secrets of real connection with one’s partner that makes dancing with them feel so extraordinarily good."
                                                                                                  – Julie Minns, Seattle, WA


 "The best 'connections' instructor I have ever met!"
                                                             - Joan, Hawaii

Please Join our FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN to help support those in need!

I recently created my own version of a public service announcement for social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic in the guise of a poem/book entitled:

"Six Feet Apart,Together"

- A tale of social distancing in the age of a pandemic

Proceeds from the sale of this book will be used to support local Arts communities who are suffering from the Covid-19 outbreak and are in need of financial assistance.  The book is currently available either directly through "Roll Up The Rug", or through "Amazon Books"   (See links below)
CLICK HERE if you are local to Seattle and can pick up the book in person at one of our Om Culture dances once they resume (*preferable option for locals since more money goes directly to the fundraising campaign) 
CLICK HERE to order the book on Amazon (*preferable for anyone not local to Seattle)
CLICK HERE if you would like to hear Ari reading the book in person (or check out the YouTube video below):  

BELOW:  Ari reading his book "Six Feet Apart, Together 

-- A Tale of Social Distancing in the Age of a Pandemic. 


If you enjoy the video, please "like" it on YouTube and share the link with your friends.  We would love to see it go viral!

 Swing, Blues, Balboa, Lindy, WCS, Night Club 2-Step, Hustle, Waltz (Rotary, Cross-Step, Fusion, Viennese), Foxtrot, Salsa, Merengue, Cha cha, Rhumba, One-Step, Styling, Connection, Lifts & Drops, and more!