Columbus Square Dance

All hands welcome

Learn to Dance

Not the “barn dance” you did in high school! No partner and no experience needed, and most classes are free the first two weeks.

Class schedule

Classes around Central Ohio

Click any class for the details: where it is, who’s teaching, and who to call.

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Run up the flags

Seven reasons to set sail

  1. Great low-impact exercise

    It’s not uncommon to walk the equivalent of two miles during an evening’s dance. Put that unused treadmill in the basement!

  2. You don’t need a partner

    If you don’t have someone to dance with, don’t worry. We have “angels” (experienced dancers) in all of our classes to help you every step of the way.

  3. A terrific mental workout

    Square dancing is all about dancing the right moves as the caller sings them out, and there are a lot of moves. You’ll call on your mental and muscle memory all evening.

  4. No better entertainment value

    Most new-dancer classes are free the first two weeks. After that it’s a very modest charge per person, way less than a movie!

  5. Friendships for a lifetime

    Square dancing is “friendship set to music.” You’ll make friends you keep for life, and wherever you go on Earth you’ll find other dancers.

  6. “But I hate country music!”

    Today’s callers use rock, pop, jazz, blues and more, as well as country. The music is as varied as the callers and dancers.

  7. Fun for the entire family

    Square dancing is fun for all ages. Anyone from 8 to 80 can enjoy themselves at smoke-free, alcohol-free dances.