Jeff & Andrea Priest

We specialize in teaching dance! Look under Happenings for “What we Do” ~ We teach both adults & youth.   We have had the privilege of teaching in many Ontario schools, educating students from grades 4-12. We also call for many youth groups, Weddings, BBQ’s, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Private Parties, Etc.

Square dancing is a high-energy team activity where four couples form a square, often walking over 7,000 steps per dance session while navigating complex patterns called by a leader. Originating from 17th-century European dances, it became popular in the US, is the official state dance of 19 states, and offers a full-body mental and physical workout.

• It’s Brain Training: Following the caller’s instructions requires intense focus and spatial awareness, acting as a puzzle that can improve cognitive function.
• Hidden Cardio: A single night of square dancing can involve over 6,000 to 7,000 steps, providing the same benefits as low-impact aerobics.
• It’s Teamwork: You are part of a team of eight. If one person breaks down, the whole group breaks down, but it’s treated as a fun, collaborative experience.
• Not Just Country Music: Modern square dancing can be done to pop, rock, techno, or hip-hop music, as long as it has an up-tempo beat.
• French Roots: The common step “do-si-do” is derived from the French phrase dos-à-dos, meaning “back-to-back”.