International Square Dancing Month
Get ready to stomp, spin, and twirl to lively tunes with friends. This dance tradition is filled with laughter, friendship, and toe-tapping fun for everyone.
Promote square dancing lessons, competitions, and community events in September to drive participation and venue bookings among enthusiasts and newcomers.
- Learn the basics: 'Do-si-do your way into September—square dancing lessons for beginners start now'
- Competition spotlight: 'Watch the pros compete—find square dance competitions near you this September'
- Playlist power: 'Build your square dancing soundtrack—top folk music tracks to get you moving'
- Community connection: 'Join a local square dance club and meet your next dance partner'
Recognized by a number of organizations, International Square Dancing Month of do-si-do and swing your partner offers a delightful opportunity to either learn how to square dance for the first time, pick up some steps from long ago, or practice for that competition!
And, don’t worry. Those folks who really just love Square Dancing don’t have to stop the fun after the month of September is over. In fact, National Square Dancing Day takes place in late November, so enjoy this month and then be sure to keep practicing.
Learn to Square Dance
In celebration of International Square Dancing Month, get into the groove by signing up for some square dancing lessons! This style of dancing does require four couples, but many people arrive at a square dance on their own and then can pick a partner or trade off with someone else. Learn how to “circle left”, “promenade” or “sashay” to the tune of some lively folk music. Most importantly, be sure to have tons of fun!
Attend a Square Dance Competition
International Square Dancing Month might be a great time for spectators to watch some folks who have been practicing for some time to learn some moves. Check out a variety of square dancing competitions – which may be local or might require a bit of travel, depending on where a person lives. In South Carolina, where the square dance is considered the official state folk dance, people can make plans to attend the convention put on by the Square and Round Dance Federation each year. Other square dance clubs can be scouted out on the United Square Dancers of America website, which is the largest square dancing organization in the world.
Listen to Some Square Dancing Songs
Let the theme of that music playlist be square dancing songs during International Square Dancing Month! They’re easy to find on YouTube with a quick internet search, or head over to Spotify and create a list of favorites. This toe-tapping music is sure to have folks out of their desk chairs and swinging around the room in no time!