The Life Link Presents: Rhythms of Recovery DANCE-A-THON!

Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 5pm-8:30pm

Buy a ticket by clicking on the DONATE button above and contribute $10 or more per person and then just show up with your dance moves ready to go!

Farmer's Market Pavillion ~ 1607 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM 87501 - Parking

Celebrate National Recovery Month at the Rhythms of Recovery Dance-a-Thon! Come and explore a variety of dance styles including African Dance, Nia Dance, Traditional New Mexican Dance, and line dancing.

5:00 PM – Nia with Studio Nia Santa Fe

5:45 PM – African Dance with live drummers

6:30 PM – The Life Link's CCSS Line Dance & Presentation

7:00 PM – Traditional NM Dance with Lucy Salazar & Alex Manzanares

8:00–9:00 PM – Live music with Divino – cumbia, rancheras & more to end the night on a high note!

This event is a perfect opportunity to connect with others in a joyful, supportive environment, celebrating recovery and resilience. Dance your heart out, learn new moves, make new friends, and embrace the transformative power of dance. No dance experience necessary ;)

Buy a ticket by clicking on the DONATE button above and contribute $10 or more per person and then just show up with your dance moves ready to go!

Meet our Instructors!

Kelle Rae Oien - NIA Dance
Nia will pump your heart, spark your spirit, lubricate your joints, motivate your mind, release your tension, enhance your balance and tone your muscles with expressive movement, and mindful awareness. Nia will move you!

ELISE GENT ~ African Dance
Elise Gent has studied and taught dances from Haiti and West Africa for over 30 years. Elise is dedicated to teaching dance as a celebration of life and community. She is always accompanied by amazing drummers, making for a vibrant experience for students of all ages.

Lucy Salazar ~ Traditional New Mexico Dance
Lucy Salazar, born in Agua Fría, NM, is dedicated to preserving traditional New Mexican folk dances. She has taught and performed across the state, inspiring younger generations and ensuring these cultural traditions continue to thrive through education, performance, and documentation.

Scott Mathis and Linda Askew, Dance and Concert Musicians
Scott and Linda have been playing dance music from primarily northern New Mecico for 40 years.

Divino, Northern New Mexico’s beloved acoustic group, will close the evening with a full hour of cumbia, rancheras, and more, keeping the dance floor alive and sending us out on the highest of notes in celebration of National Recovery Month.

2025 Rhythms of Recovery ~ Dance-A-Thon!

A Dance Celebration for Healing and Hope

Team Members