Welcome to SWOSDA
We are the Square and Round Dancers of South Western Ontario. We are a not-for-profit organization dedicated to spreading the word about the fun and health benefits of square and round dancing. We like to describe dancing as “friendship set to music.” We have over 600 members in approximately 25 clubs across the region! Each of our clubs are welcoming to new members.
Whether you are a novice or an expert, looking for a nearby club or an upcoming event, you have come to the right place, and we are happy to have you here.
Clubs
From Owen Sound to Burlington, from Strathroy to Shelburne and all points in between, we have a club that’s within driving distance from wherever you are. Find out about our clubs, where they are and what they’re up to. The right club for you is just a click away.
Events
You probably won’t have to look too far to find a gathering near you. Our clubs are regularly hosting events where you can come out, meet new people, refine your steps and have fun. Come back again soon as we continue to maintain and update our events listings.
FAQ
Do you have questions about Square or Round Dancing? We have all the answers to the most common questions such as what is each kind of dance like, how to get started, do I need fancy clothes, what if I mess up, what kind of music will I be dancing to and so much more!
The Latest News
Growing Your Club – Part # 1
Who would have been able to predict that square dancing would be placed ˙on hold˙ due to a pandemic? The year 2020 certainly has been one that we will all remember and …… hope to forget! We really miss square dancing and seeing friends that we have met through our own...
Positive Thinking – Jan 2021
Nine months. Nine months of isolation, keeping to ourselves and trying to do the right thing. Trying to cope with and understand the new “normal”. If things are not bad enough, winter is here with it’s blowing snow and cold temperatures. The so-called “second wave” of...
Ontario Federation – Newsletter Summer 2020
Over the last few months, the world has been turned upside down due to the impact of the COVID 19 virus. Our activity, whether it be square, round or line dancing, has taken a hit. Not only have our clubs been shut down , but our local dance events and the local,...