The Mavericks and Country Cousins Present Saanich Squares

What is Modern Square Dancing?

Modern Square Dancing is a dance form where groups of 8 people working as a team perform routines as directed by a person known as a caller. Of course, this stuffy technical definition doesn't really do it justice. So let's explore modern square dancing. It will surprise you!

Modern Square Dancing is:
☆ A joyful, rhythmic group dance done to all types of music and live singing.
☆ A combined mental and physical workout.
☆ A great way to meet new people and have lots of fun.
☆ A cooperative sport where all work together to execute a series of calls in time with the music and caller.

Come get a taste of a fun, healthy and highly entertaining activity. It stimulates mind, body and social life.

Square Dancing is also theme parties: Celebration Dances, Dresses, Holiday Parties, and more!

Fun • Fellowship • Fitness
Enjoy your life!  Dance!!!
Photograph © Michael Torontow, Victoria BC

Come and Join Us Have Fun and Learn!

  • Our Modern Western Square Dance Class runs from September to March and ends with a Graduation.
    • Our enrollment for the 2024–2025 class is making a list of new dancers.
  • You are able to dance around the world at Mainstream level once you have graduated at Mainstream dances.
    • Almost every club in the world calls in English, so fun travels mix well with new friends in the Square Dancing world.
    • Note: As a Mainstream dancer, you will also know all the SSD [Social Square Dance] moves, so you can go to those dances as well.

Please fill in the Contact Us form below if you'd like to be contacted for our next class!

Modern Square Dance Lessons!
and . . Refreshers, too!
Fall / Winter 2024 – 2025

Sundays : 7 pm - 9 pm
With Lorne Clayton
Assisted by Angels!

☼ Free! September 8, 2024
☼ ​Free! September 15, 2024
  • The First 2 Classes are Free!
    • September 8 and 15, 2024
  • Regular Classes Begin
    ​September 22, 2024
  • No previous dance experience necessary
  • No partner, no problem
    • Singles Welcome
  • Casual attire – Wear comfortable footwear
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For More Info: Call Lorne at 250-658-2747
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Because Square Dancing is Cheaper Than Therapy!
Cordova Bay United Church
813 Claremont Avenue, Victoria, BC  V8Y 1J9

Your Prescription for Better Health

Dance
Dance
Dance
Have Fun
Laugh More
Make Friends
Exercise More
Reduce Stress
Improve Memory Skills
Discover a truly holistic approach!
Square Dance . . .
 you will be surprised!

To Be Added to a Contact List for the Fall 2024 Class . . .

Call Lorne at 250-658-2747 or fill in the form

Dance for the Health of It!

Do you ever resolve to lose weight and exercise regularly?  Many of us have only to become bored with a stationary bike, rowing machine or treadmill. Well now is the time to try square dancing and realize that exercise doesn't have to be a chore but can be both fun and beneficial to your health.
  • Calories - Dancing can burn as many calories as walking, swimming or riding a bicycle. One factor that determines how many calories you'll burn is the distance you travel. Square Dancers wearing pedometers during a dance covered five miles in a single evening. (One study of square dancers estimated about 380 calories per hour.)
  • Cardiovascular Condition - Regular exercise can lead to a slower heart rate, lower blood pressure and improved cholesterol profile. Experts typically recommend 30 - 40 minutes of continuous activity three or four times a week. The degree of cardiovascular conditioning depends on how vigorously you dance, how long you dance continuously, and how regularly you do it. If you come to class or workshop then attend a dance weekly you're halfway there!
  • Strong Bones - The side to side movement of many dances strengthens your weight bearing bones (tibia, fibula and femur) and can help prevent or slow loss of bone mass (osteoporosis).
  • Rehabilitation - If you're recovering from heart or knee surgery, movement may be part of your rehabilitation. Square dancing is a positive alternative to aerobic dancing or jogging.
  • Sociability - Dancing contains a social component that solitary fitness endeavors don't. It gives you an opportunity to develop strong social ties which contribute to self-esteem and a positive outlook. Companionship that regular square dancing offers is an antidote to depression and loneliness. Additionally, laughing at least 10 times a day keeps macrolytes high enough to prevent a person from catching most viruses and infections.
  • Memory - Remembering all the calls keeps the mind sharp, potentially staving off age-related memory loss.