Cairns, Far North Queensland

Dance. Belong.
Everybody counts.

Think Simon Says for adults — set to music. A caller tells the group what to do, everybody learns together, and nobody needs a partner or any experience.

Come try a class ↗ What is square dancing?
LGBTQ+ inclusive No partner needed All ages welcome (12+) Complete beginners Singles, couples & families Connection over perfection
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What is square dancing?
Think Simon Says for adults, set to music. A caller tells the group what to do — everybody learns together. We dance modern all-position style: no gender roles in who you are, only in where you stand.
All-position by design — dance with whoever you want
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When we dance
Every Sunday 2–4pm at the Masonic Lodge Hall, 21 Hartill St, Edmonton. Classes run progressively over 8 weeks — join any time. Stay for a cuppa and a chat afterwards - share yums and make connections. Of course you're welcome to bring a plate to share too if you want.
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Everybody belongs here
Singles, couples, families, LGBTQ+ people, allies and complete beginners. If you can walk, you can learn to square dance. Community-first. Connection over perfection.
Tropic Twirlers dancers at IAGSDC Montreal Mix 2026
Square dancers on the dance floor
Group of square dancers
Dancers at a glow stick social dance
Tropic Twirlers at IAGSDC Montreal Mix 2026
What happens on your first visit?
No surprises. No pressure. Here's exactly what to expect.
1
Arrive a few minutes early
Comfortable closed toe shoes. No fancy costumes needed. Just show up!
2
Meet some friendly people
We'll introduce you around. You won't be standing alone.
3
Learn some moves
The caller teaches as you go. Everyone was a beginner once.
4
Have a laugh
Getting it wrong is part of it. Laughter is encouraged.
5
Stay for a cuppa
Tea, biscuits, real conversation. This is where friendships start.
"The first class is always the most vulnerable — give it at least three weeks before you decide."
I'm ready — sign me up

What's coming up

Our dances and events across the region

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Every Sunday
Learn to Dance Classes
2–4pm · Masonic Lodge Hall, 21 Hartill St, Edmonton
19 July 2026
Discover Modern Square Dancing — New Class Starts
Five-week discovery · $50pp
7–9 August 2026
42nd QCA Queensland State Convention
Deception Bay Community Hall
Queensland Callers Association
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Discover Modern Square Dancing in Five Fun Weeks

Starting Sunday 19 July, discover square dancing over your first five weeks — the easiest way to find out what modern square dancing is really about — fun, social, surprisingly active, and a great way to meet new people. No experience needed, no partner needed, just bring yourself and a pair of comfortable shoes.

Five progressive Sunday classes · 2–4pm, followed by a cuppa and a chat · Masonic Lodge Hall, 21 Hartill St, Edmonton · Ages 12+ · $50 per person for your first five weeks (family rate: two standard registrations covers your immediate family and dependent children). It's the first taste of our full 20-week beginners program — continue afterwards in five-week instalments.

Reserve your place ↗
Join us this Sunday — no experience, no partner, no worries.
If you can walk, you can learn square dancing. Give it three weeks.
Come try a class ↗ Contact us

From our media

All articles ↗
Feature Article
Promenade Your Partner — Change Your Life
Why square dancing is one of the most complete physical, social and cognitive activities available — and why now is the time to try it.
Andrew Young · 2026
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Community & Inclusion
All Join Hands — LGBTQ+ Square Dancing and the Community That Built Itself
From the Castro to Cairns: the remarkable global story of LGBTQ+ square dancing, the IAGSDC, and Australia's return to the international fold.
Andrew Young · 2026
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