Learn to Square Dance
Socially and Beyond!
If you are brand new to square dancing, you'll start by taking our Introductory Square Dance Classes. It's fun and easy, and in approximately 10 weeks, you'll be square dancing like a 'pro'.
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Our next introductory classes begin at 4:00pm Sunday September 7, 2025 and will continue every Sunday afterwards, same time, same place. If you are not able to attend one or both of our first 2 classes, you'll need to wait until our next round of new classes. (New classes begin approximately every 6 months.)
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We dance in the fellowship hall at Mount of Olives Lutheran Church in Phoenix…
3546 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix AZ.
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To get started:
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Come to our class. LIKE and FOLLOW us on Facebook and Instagram. JOIN our MeetUp group for the latest information.
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Mount of Olives Lutheran Church: 3546 E Thomas Rd. Phoenix AZ.
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Let us know if you’ll be there by responding via Meetup, Facebook, AZGayDance.org or email to Info@DesertValleySquares.com so we know how many new friends to prepare for.
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No partner is required. You'll dance with many different people.
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You'll meet members of the Desert Valley Squares and other new dancers.
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No special attire. Jeans or shorts and a comfortable shirt/top and closed-toed shoes (recommended) are typical.
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Finally, attending our classes are a BLAST. We don’t dance in a barn; we don’t wear silly clothes, (well, sometimes we do) and we dance to contemporary music.
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Then what?
After our initial class on Sept 7 from 4-6pm, classes are held Sunday evenings from 4:00pm - 5:30pm. New Dancers are welcome to join the first and/or second week of new classes. We hope you’ll continue with us to complete the Introductory curriculum, and then keep coming back to dance weekly.
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Snacks and beverages are always available at our dances, and we all enjoy socializing during the breaks (and during dancing... it's true).
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What's the cost?
The 10-week introductory classes are offered at $5/week for the first 5 weeks; second 5 weeks FREE. That's the greatest dance lesson deal in town.
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How physically demanding is it?
A dancer should be able to easily walk at a brisk pace for 3 – 4 minutes. You may be surprised at how much aerobic exercise one can get from square dancing. It's a great way to rack up those steps on your pedometer or fitness tracker!
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You will learn a few new calls during each of the 10 weeks, and will practice all calls learned to that point. It is important that you attend as many classes as you can! While it is possible to catch up from missed classes, students who miss more than two classes in a row can create confusion for all the students in a square! If you think you will miss a class, please let us know! We may be able to set up an early review session for you, so you stay caught up. We think Sunday nights will become one of your favorite days of the week, as learning to square dance is fun and fulfilling.​​
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We are here for you:
If you are wondering if you'll 'fit in', please feel at ease. The Desert Valley Squares are a very diverse group. Members represent a wide range of ages and types, male and female, LGBTQ+ and straight alike. No partner is required, as you will dance with many different people during the class... and beyond.​​​​
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Note: If you have already completed Mainstream, or SSD Square Dance classes elsewhere, you are more than welcome to attend our new classes, (and beyond). Bring a new friend, or just come to help angel our new dancers.
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If you have questions or need additional information, please contact us and we will contact you by email or phone to answer any further questions.
Desert Valley Squares is a proud founding member club of the International Association of Gay Square Dance Clubs, (IAGSDC.ORG) an LGBTQ* organization, to which we pay dues.
To become a member of the Desert Valley Squares: After completing the introductory course with us, or Mainstream/SSD level or higher with another square dance club, you may become a member of Desert Valley Squares by paying dues, which are currently $125 annually or $40/Quarterly - per person.
