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.
📸 Add photo: smiling dancers
📸 Cuppas after class
📸 Group shot
📸 Candid moment
📸 Social dance night
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

See full calendar ↗
Every Sunday
Learn to Dance Classes
2–4pm · Masonic Lodge Hall, 21 Hartill St, Edmonton
13 June 2026
Sunshine State Roundup Dance
Geebung Bowls Club, Zillmere
Square Dance Society of Queensland
1–5 July 2026
IAGSDC Montreal Mix 2026
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
43rd Annual IAGSDC Convention
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Pride Month — Open House & Sweat with Pride Fundraiser

Throughout June we're celebrating Pride Month with a Sweat with Pride Open House — anyone can come and give square dancing a go. All door takings will be donated to Sweat with Pride.

Sunday 7th, 14th & 21st June · 2–4pm · Masonic Lodge Hall, 21 Hartill St, Edmonton. No experience needed. No partner needed. Just show up.

Visit sweatwithpride.com.au ↗
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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