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 300 members in approximately 17 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 – Updated
March 1, 2026 Introduction to Modern Square Dancing – Helping Clubs Grow There are many reasons why clubs do not grow. They do not form a committee to design achievable goals; their marketing plan and efforts start too late; club members prefer the ‘status quo;’ club...
Social Media Best Practices
Is your club using, or considering using social media feeds, such as Facebook to increase your promotional reach? If so, here are some guidelines to help increase the feed's perspective reach. You need to gain buy-in from the club's (formally) executive, (informally)...
Comfortable Connections
Square dancing is a team activity. It involves establishing appropriate connections between dancers. No matter which hand or arm hold is being used, dancers should always be aware of the need to aim for comfort when interacting with other dancers. This idea has been...