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?)  

UPCOMING 
DANCE-TRAVEL EVENTS!


===== 2025 =====


 

 -- SOLD OUT -- 

Explore Cuba Dance Adventure

Jan 5-15, 2025  

 

Experience the splendor of Cuba, a culture-rich Caribbean gem where the rum is plentiful, the smiles infectious, and dancing is essential. Travel with a fabulous group of fellow dance aficionados and immerse yourself in the culture where Salsa and Rumba were born. Engage with local dancers and instructors in special dance sessions we have planned. Enjoy a very special dinner and show in Havana with the Buena Vista Social Club! It's the perfect blend of culture, history, connection, travel & adventure! Space is limited, so sign up soon.


CLICK HERE for details and registration



Costa Rica Dance Adventure

Jan 23-31, 2025  

 

Discover the country that encapsulates ‘pura vida’ (the simple life) on this 9-day exploration of Costa Rica tailored to the dance enthusiasts among us. This laidback paradise, where even the sloths are taking things slow, offers so much to see and do and is a perfect setting for all nature lovers. A restful post-trip add-on will also be available to visit some of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches and coastline.


CLICK HERE for details and registration

   


Waltz Week in Vienna

(Austria)

Feb 16-23, 2025  

 

Waltz Week in Vienna is the ultimate in elegant dance adventures -- a truly incredible travel, play, & workshop experience! During Waltz Week, we use Vienna 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! Space is limited, so sign up soon.


 CLICK HERE for details and registration

   


Dance Budapest

(Hungary)

April 2-8, 2025

 

Join us in Budapest with guest teachers from Hungary, Argentina, and the USA, learning Argentine Tango, Blues, Lindy Hop, Ballroom, and more!  Includes luxury hotel + daily breakfasts, all dance workshops, entrances to all attractions, chef restaurant dinners, transportation in the city, dance parties & performances, and a 2-day tour to Lake Balaton (includes boat trip, wine & cheese tasting, castle visit, and more)  Come and join us for this fun adventure  :)   


CLICK HERE for Details & Registration

CLICK HERE to see the Dance Budapest Facebook Page



  


Waltz Week in Krakow 

(Poland)

Mar 26-April 1, 2025 WWDA Event


One of the few cross-step waltz communities in existence in Europe today is located in Krakow, Poland -- which also happens to be one of the most beautiful and charming capital cities of Eastern Europe.  Come dance with the locals and be inspired in all things cross-step! (and of course, in all of the other social dances as well). Perfect to do in conjunction with our Budapest Trip, May 2-8! (See details above)  


CLICK HERE for details and registration;  

CLICK HERE  to join our Krakow Poland Adventure Facebook Page; or email us today at DanceAdventures@comcast.net to learn about the details for this event. 

 

  


French Castles Dance Tour

April 20-30, 2025 WWDA Event


We start in the medieval fortress city of Carcassonne, then stay in two gorgeous fairy-tale castles while exploring the Dordogne Valley region of France -- known for it's charm, it's gastronomy, it's wine, and it's beauty.  This is the trip of a lifetime!  


CLICK HERE for details and registration;  

  CLICK HERE  to join our Dordogne Dance Adventure Facebook Page; or email us today at DanceAdventures@comcast.net to learn about the details of this event. 

 

 


Hawaii Dance Adventure

May 27-June 2, 2025 WWDA Event


We're planning a fabulous 7-day dance adventure trip to paradise on the big island of Hawaii -- immersing ourselves in the vibrant dance community of Kona by night; visiting waterfalls, beaches, volcano's and more by day, PLUS there's a full weekend of fun dance workshops in store!  


CLICK HERE for details and registration;  

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




Omega Institute Wellness 

& Dance Retreat

(Rhinebeck, NY)

June 6-8, 2025 Ari & Friends Event


Join Ari for a very special all-inclusive workshop weekend at the Omega Institute -- a non-profit educational retreat center located in Rhinebeck, New York -- as we explore the many connections between wellness and dance.  Save the dates for now.  


CLICK HERE to join our Omega Institute Wellness & Dance Retreat Facebook Page, or email Ari today at arilevitt@hotmail.com to learn more about the details for this event.  


 


Harrison Hot Springs Dance & Spa Retreat Weekend

(British Columbia, Canada)

June 20-22, 2025 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.  


CLICK HERE for details and registration;  

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. 





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 These are some of the exciting trips we are in the process of planning for 2025-2026.  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.  



May 16-19 2025 Ari & Friends Event

Toronto Dance Weekend & Workshop Intensive

  Join Ari in Toronto, Canada, for an extended weekend of Waltz, Swing, Blues, and other social dances, with workshops by day and fabulous dances by night.   Perfect for all levels of dancers.  Email Ari today at  arilevitt@hotmail.com with the trip title in the subject line to be the first to learn about the details for this amazing trip..  (PLEASE NOTE: This is a Roll Up The Rug event, not Worldwide Dance Adventures)




June 6-8 2025 Ari & Friends Event

Omega Institute Wellness & Dance Workshop Weekend 

  Join Ari Levitt & Rachel Lidskog-Lim in the beautiful Catskill mountains of NY for a magical deep-dive into the secret hidden language of effortless partnered movement which can be applied to every social dance form you do and will make you that much sought-after partner you want to be!  Perfect for all levels of dancers.  CLICK HERE  to join our Omega Institute Dance Retreat Facebook Page and be the first to learn about the details of this event.  (PLEASE NOTE: This is a Roll Up The Rug event, not Worldwide Dance Adventures)




Sept/Oct 2025 WWDA Event

Spain & Morocco Dance Adventure  

Join us on this journey of a lifetime  as we traverse Spain, stopping in Barcelona, Valencia, and Madrid to dance with the local communities there, then continue on our voyage to the beautiful red painted deserts of Morocco. 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.




April, 2026 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. 



2026 (Dates TBA)

Galapagos Islands Dance Cruise 

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!   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. 




2026 (Dates TBA)

Croatia Dance Cruise 

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




Oct/Nov 2026

San Miguel de Allende - Day of the Dead Festival Week 

  This spectacular UNESCO site will be the perfect backdrop for our dance-travel adventures!  We will be there in time to celebrate 4 days of Halloween and the "Day of the Dead" where the whole town comes out in costume! We will also explore the hot springs of the region and the fabulous many music, art, and culinary offerings that San Miguel has to offer -- not to be missed! 

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




2026 (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. 




2026 (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. 




Fall, 2026

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. 




2026 (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.






=====  KEEP IN TOUCH =====






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 Mixed Variety Social" (the best of swing, blues, waltz, ballroom, Latin, WCS, NC2S, 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!