Does anyone do it anymore?
Yes, people still square dance.
The Western New York Federation of Square and Round Dance Clubs is a regional organization of about 15 dance clubs in the Rochester area as well as parts of the Buffalo and Finger Lakes Region.
Modern square dance is a great way to exercise to music. The music used today ranges from Country to Broadway hits to Big Band and Rock & Roll. A square is a “team” of eight dancers working together to execute a series of dance moves given by a square dance “caller” to music. Square dancing not only provides exercise, but it also offers the chance to make new friends and social connections. Every dance lesson is a party. Square dance clubs, festivals, and camping groups exist nationwide. There are also square dance cruises, and even a National Square Dance Convention that is held in a different city every year.
Cloverleaf Squares will be hosting a free open house dance party on Sunday, September 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Chili, 3182 Chili Avenue in Chili Center. Singles (no partner needed) and couples are welcome. No previous dance experience of any kind is necessary. No special clothing is necessary, either. Come on out and join a friendly group of people for a free, fun, and enjoyable evening. For more information, visit cloverleafsquares.org or call 585-987-5972 or 585-406-8797.
The Copy Cats Square Dance Club will be hosting a similar open house on Wednesday, September 23, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Penfield Community Center, 1985 Baird Road, Penfield. For more information, visit copycatsdancing.wordpress.com.
For more general information about square dancing in the Greater Rochester area, visit squaredancingrochester.org.
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