How to Join in Square Dance Competitions

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How to Join in Square Dance Competitions

Introduction

Square dancing is one of America's favorite dancing past times. Local clubs and organizations are available in nearly every state. Most clubs offer a wide variety of square dancing opportunities. Advanced dancing groups take part in many competitions, conventions and exhibitions throughout the year.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You'll Need

  • Square dance team ready for competitive level dancing
  • Entry fees and supplies

Steps

1

Step One

Put together a team through your square dancing club. All dancers should be at relatively the same skill level.
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Step Two

Discuss competition with your square dance team. Everyone needs to be committed to the process.
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Step Three

Search available competitions through the United Square Dancers of America website or other national square dancing organizations.
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Step Four

Decide how far your group is willing to travel to competitions, and to what level they will continue. Determine beforehand if you will compete locally or nationally.
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Step Five

Calculate needed funds for your square dancing group and how they are to be collected. Find outside sources for support if necessary in exchange for advertising.
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Step Six

Fill out all entry forms and submit prior to deadlines. Designate one person in the group to be responsible for all correspondence.
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Step Seven

Continue square dancing for fun as well as for competition. This will help everyone enjoy the process more.

Tips & Warnings

  • Find other dancers who love square dancing as much as you do. This will make the whole experience more fun.
  • Get support for your team through local newspapers and by performing at local events.
  • Be sure your square dancing team has alternates ready to travel in case of illness, injury or schedule changes.
  • Check competition requirements carefully for costuming instructions or things that can disqualify prior to entering.
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