Machol Texas 2026

Join us for our second regional MACHOL TEXAS in San Antonio, Texas!

Join us for an Exhilarating Weekend of Israeli Dancing!

We are excited to welcome and feature choreographer MARCELO MARIANOFF to lead us in a weekend full of dancing, learning, and making memories. This weekend is the perfect opportunity for dance enthusiasts of all levels to immerse themselves in the energy and spirit of Israeli dance.

January 9th -11th

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: $145.00 (through November 24, 2025)

REGULAR REGISTRATION: $185.00 (November 25 through December 31, 2025)

INCLUDES: ALL DANCE SESSIONS (INCLUDING OPTIONAL THURSDAY EVENING SESSION), BOTH EVENING DANCE PARTIES; SHABBAT DINNER; SATURDAY LUNCH; SUNDAY LIGHT BREAKFAST; SNACKS.

**Please note: A signed waiver form is required to complete registration for this event. ** Once you have completed the online registration, a blank waiver will be emailed to you within 2 business days. Please complete it and return it to rams@jcc-sa.org. 
Schedule of Events (subject to change): 
Thursday January 8th
 If you are in town on Thursday, please join us for our regular weekly class from 6 to 8:30 pm.

Friday, January 9th
  • 5:30 – 6:00 pm                        Check-In and Registration
  • 6:00 – 7:00 pm                        Shabbat Dinner (all kosher)
  • 7:00 – 11:00 pm                      Harkada (dance party) with some learning
  • 11:00 pm                                   Laila Tov (or continue partying at the hotel)
Saturday, January 10th
  • 8:30 – 9:00 am                         Check-In and Registration
  • 9:00 – 10:30 am                      First Instructional Session
  • 10:45  – 12:15 pm                  Second Instructional Session
  • 12:15 – 1:15 pm                     Lunch (provided)
  • 1:15 –  2:45  pm                     Third Instructional Session
  • 3:00 –  5:00 pm                       Fourth Instructional Session
  • 5:00 –  7:30   pm                    Dinner (on your own)
  • 7:30  pm – 12:30 am             Harkada (dance party)  Theme:  “REMEMBER THE ALAMO!”
Sunday, January 11th
  • 9:00 – 9:30 am                      Bagels and coffee
  • 9:30 – 12:30 PM                   Run-through of all dances taught and more dancing
  • 12:30’ish                                L’hitraot and Hasta La Vista!
ACCOMODATIONS
Hotel Room Block information will be announced in the next coming days! Please check back on this page for more information.

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