New to our program
How it works ↗
We've added Beginner Line Dancing
Square dancing runs in short brackets, and the rest break after each bracket is now a line dance — so the afternoon alternates the whole way through, for the same fee. Square dancing asks you to listen and react to the caller; line dancing asks you to learn a sequence and dance it in your own space. Two ways to dance, one afternoon.
What is square dancing?
Think Simon Says for adults, set to music. A caller tells the group what to do — everybody learns together. We dance modern all-position style: no gender roles in who you are, only in where you stand. Beginner line dancing now runs alongside it each week.
All-position by design — dance with whoever you want
When we dance
Every Sunday 2–4pm at the Masonic Lodge Hall, 21 Hartill St, Edmonton. Square dancing runs in brackets, with a beginner line dance filling the break after each one. Classes run progressively over 8 weeks — join any time. Stay for a cuppa and a chat afterwards - share yums and make connections. Of course you're welcome to bring a plate to share too if you want.
Everybody belongs here
Singles, couples, families, LGBTQ+ people, allies and complete beginners. If you can walk, you can learn to square dance. Community-first. Connection over perfection.
What happens on your first visit?
No surprises. No pressure. Here's exactly what to expect.
1
Arrive a few minutes early
Comfortable closed toe shoes. No fancy costumes needed. Just show up!
2
Meet some friendly people
We'll introduce you around. You won't be standing alone.
3
Learn some moves
Square brackets, with a line dance in every break. Taught as you go.
4
Have a laugh
Getting it wrong is part of it. Laughter is encouraged.
5
Stay for a cuppa
Tea, biscuits, real conversation. This is where friendships start.
What's coming up
Our dances and events across the region
Every Sunday
Learn to Dance Classes
2–4pm · Square & line dancing · Masonic Lodge Hall, 21 Hartill St, Edmonton
27 September 2026
Discover Modern Square Dancing — New Class Starts
Five-week discovery · $50pp · Line dancing included
29 November 2026
Tropic Twirlers Thanksgiving Dance
2–4pm · Masonic Lodge Hall · Our last dance for 2026
From our media
All articles ↗
Feature Article
Promenade Your Partner — Change Your Life
Why square dancing is one of the most complete physical, social and cognitive activities available — and why now is the time to try it.
Community & Inclusion
All Join Hands — LGBTQ+ Square Dancing and the Community That Built Itself
From the Castro to Cairns: the remarkable global story of LGBTQ+ square dancing, the IAGSDC, and Australia's return to the international fold.