Centro Asturiano de Tampa was established in 1902 and has been a well-known social and civic club for the Cuban community. Centro Asturiano is a three-level building with the first floor as a basement and recreation area with a gymnasium, a cantina for cards and chess and a billiard room. The second floor rooms are available to rent for different occasions and the third floor has a Grand Ballroom which is also available for rent. For more information, please visit the website.
The Allegro Academy of Music, Etiquette and Dance offers music lessons, dance classes and etiquette instruction to students of all ages, skill levels and physical abilities or limitations. Children from ages four and up are highly welcomed. According to the owner, "childhood is the most important period to begin instruction. Music and art help children to develop their creative side. Etiquette is also important because manners are for life." Allegro Academy of Music, Etiquette and Dance offers lessons for any type of musical instrument. Seniors are also welcome, regardless of age or disabilities.
The Ballroom of Sarasota offers an opportunity to learn ballroom from some of the world's top performers. All of its dance teachers are certified by the National Dance Council of America. It offers lessons for weddings and other special events. It also offers 2,400 square feet of floating wood floors that can be rented for special occasions.