Where do we go to dance?"

Friends of Ballroom Dancing was formed in response to the thousands who, after taking dance lessons through Kirkwood Community College, asked the question; "Where do we go to dance?"  We have designed, for couples, two membership organizations who bring together, on a regular basis, those wanting to do Casual Ballroom Dancing (CBD) for personal pleasure in a relaxed, non-threatening environment.

Each site has its own management group that recommends actions in the best interest of its members. An annual membership fee of $50 is evidence of a couples’ commitment. Membership renewal is one year from the date membership was initiated. You have the option of membership in more than one group. We look forward to seeing you at our next dance.

Goal to Save History

A goal for these dance opportunities is to save a very important part of our history in three ways: 
  • To support touch dancing for fun and recreation. 
  • To support live music provided by local and regional bands. 
  • To support area facilities conducive to ballroom/social dancing

Throughout history, partner dancing has been accepted as a valued social skill that enhances human relations.  Responding to and supporting bands that play danceable music is part of that experience.  Both of these -- partner dancing and live music -- have an interesting history that should be preserved for future generations.  If we want practices and buildings to be in our future, they must be preserved today.  Let this goal become part of your life as demonstrated by your financial support and involvement.