Welcome to the Essendon Square Dance Club, located at the Maribyrnong Community Centre on Randall Street in Maribyrnong, Victoria. This vibrant dance club has been a part of the Maribyrnong community since 1975 when it was founded by David Hooper. Following his passing in 2007, Ruth and John Humphrey have hosted the club, and Darren Taylor has taken over as our caller.
The Essendon Square Dance Club offers weekly dancing sessions every Thursday night from 8:00pm to 10:30pm. The dances are held at the Maribyrnong Community Centre and the cost is $10 per dancer, which includes entry to the door prize raffle. Guests are always welcome, so bring your friends along for a night of fun and dancing.
Our weekly dances primarily focus on mainstream square dancing, but since 2008, we have also been running beginner classes. At least one bracket each evening is dedicated to teaching or revising dance moves, ensuring that everyone can participate and enjoy the dances. With a minimum of 2–3 sets on the floor at any given time, you won't be lacking a partner.
Darren Taylor, our talented caller, does his best to keep everyone on their toes. However, we also occasionally have guest callers from other clubs around Australia, which adds variety and excitement to our dances. Make sure to check our calendar for special evenings with guest callers.
If you've never square danced before or are unsure about what to expect, don't worry! The Essendon Square Dance Club offers learn-to-dance programmes for beginners. These programmes run for 6–8 months and are designed to get you dancing at a full mainstream level by the end. The only requirement is that you know your left from your right, although many participants find that they don't know it as well as they think!
The Maribyrnong Community Centre, where our dances take place, is conveniently located just a quick drive from Highpoint Shopping Centre and approximately 20 minutes from the city centre. With ample parking available, it's easy to access our dance club and enjoy a night of fun and laughter.
We invite you to join us at the Essendon Square Dance Club and experience the joy and camaraderie that square dancing brings. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a beginner, our club offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. Come along to our next dance or beginner session and discover the excitement of square dancing.