Welcome to Illini Dancesport!

Last updated on: May 24, 2023

If you are interested in learning ballroom dance, we are the club for you! No partner or prior dancing background required. We welcome members at any level!

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News

2023 Summer Free Lessons

We will offer free lessons on Thursday night 7-8pm during the summer. Please see our calendar for specific schedule. Bring your friends and join us!

Thursday 7pm – 8pm
Illini Union
Please refer to calendar for specific room.

2023 Summer coach-led classes

We may offer coach-led classes (fees apply) on Tuesday in summer 2023. Details TBA.

2023 Summer Ball

We plan to host a Summer Ball. Details TBA.

Schedule

Please check the team’s Google Calendar for specific time and location for each day.

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A few quick facts about the team

  • We are a mix of students and community members (mostly students), who dance Ballroom dances: Standard, Smooth, Latin, and Rhythm. Collectively, these four styles of competitive partner dancing are called “DanceSport.”
  • In addition to our classes taught by Alex Tecza and Kato Lindholm, we have regular dance practices and social events throughout the semester.
  • We also travel around the Midwest to participate in competitions with other university ballroom teams.