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Square Dance Clubs in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has a small but tight-knit square dance community that welcomes everyone regardless of age or ability. Events are held at nightspots and private parties throughout the year, and many clubs perform at local festivals and rodeos. Some of the clubs require a membership to be kept up-to-date about upcoming events and performances, but memberships are free and open to anyone who loves square dancing.
  1. The Round Dance Council of Florida (RDCF)

    • The RDCF is the regional authority on square dancing. The South Florida branch is located in Fort Lauderdale, and presided over by council member Phyllis Kent. Parties and events are held in nightclubs and community centers throughout the Fort Lauderdale area. Visit the website for a calendar of upcoming events, and contact the council via mail or e-mail for membership information.

      The Round Dance Council of Florida
      Phyllis Kent
      3309 SW 15th Street
      Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312
      954-587-7699
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      e-mail: [email protected]

    The Southeast Florida Square and Round Dance Association (SFSDA)

    • An offshoot of the Florida Federation of Square Dancers, the SFSDA brings together local square dance groups from all areas of Florida to share the enthusiasm they have for the dance. Events typically include lessons and caller competitions, though the bragging rights only last until the next event. Based in West Palm Beach, about 42 miles north of Fort Lauderdale, the group has many of its get-togethers in the Fort Lauderdale area. Call or visit the website for membership information and upcoming events.

      The Southeast Florida Square and Round Dance Association
      1176-C Shibumy Circle
      West Palm Beach, Florida 33415
      Ray and Elsa Huddleston: 954-772-7771
      floridasquaredance.com/southeast/southeast.html

    The South Florida Mustangs

    • The South Florida Mustangs are a gay and lesbian square dancing club, although everyone is welcome. They are based in Fort Lauderdale, and all events are held in local nightclubs. Callers Chris Phillips and Andy Stone are regulars at the Gay Rodeo, and they are the face of square dancing in the Fort Lauderdale gay and lesbian community. Visit the website, or call for membership information. The group maintains an e-mail list at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/soflamustangs that notifies members about upcoming events.

      The South Florida Mustangs
      soflamustangs.com
      954-525-8365

    Davie Barn Dance

    • The Davie Barn Dance is held the second Saturday of every month in Davie, about six miles southwest of downtown Fort Lauderdale. Sponsored by the Davie Woman's Club and featuring music by Loose Shoes, the dance welcomes singles, couples, beginners and experienced square dancers. There's a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. before every dance, a dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. and dancing from 8 to 11 and later. A small donation is asked at admission to cover costs, and each attendee is asked to contribute to the potluck. Call or visit the website for more information.

      Davie Barn Dance
      6551 Orange Drive
      Davie, Florida 33314
      Contact Marty at 954-270-9764
      pages.prodigy.net/marty_spencer/fidlers-grove/ftldance.htm

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