Robson Square 2017
Starting July 7th, 2017, running every Friday, ending on August 11th
– New start time – Lessons at 7:00pm & 8:00pm
Robson Square Summer Dance Series
Free lessons, shows and social dancing from 7:00pm to 11:30pm, every Friday under the domes at Robson Square. We are running for 6 nights this summer and have added a second lesson. First Robson Square night of 2017 is July 7th starting with a 30 minute beginner lesson at 7:00pm. Following a little social dancing we will have our regular beginner lesson at 8:00pm for 45 minutes. This open-air dance event welcomes everyone, no partner, no experience required. The lessons are for beginners and people looking for a refresher on the steps. The shows are from dance professionals and local dance schools.
Location: Robson Square (GE Plaza) just behind the Vancouver Art Gallery (At Robson and Howe, below street level)
Summer Schedule
Date |
Lesson – 7pm |
Lesson – 8pm |
Demo – 9pm & 10pm |
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July 7 | East Coast Swing with Barney Lee | Tango with Faye Hung | DanceSport BC |
July 14 | Cha Cha with Dimitri Mikulich | Waltz with Zillion Wong | Crystal Ballroom |
July 21 | Hustle with Myles and Tessa | West Coast Swing with Myles and Tessa | West Coast Swing |
July 28 | Vogue with Shrikant | Jive with Murray Schellenberg | UBC Dance Club |
Aug 4 | Social Foxtrot with Joel and Clara | Cha Cha with Joel and Clara | JC Dance Co |
Aug 11 | Salsa with Alfonso Caldera | Rumba with Han and Crystal | Imperial Ballroom |
Schedule is subject to change
Nightly Schedule
7:00pm | NEW Beginner Lesson – Free |
7:30pm | Social Dancing |
8:00pm | Beginner Lesson – Free (different dance than 7pm) |
8:45pm | Social Dancing |
9:00pm | Showcase Demonstrations |
9:25pm | Social Dancing |
10:00pm | Showcase Demonstrations |
10:20pm | Social Dancing |
11:30pm | Last Waltz |
Bag Check $2 for cubby | $4 for larger than cubby
Bottled Water $2
Other Beverages $3
Public Washrooms available
Pay Parking located nearby, entrance on Howe St, West side just before Nelson.
Like always, this is a great outdoor event that runs rain or shine as we are well protected by the beautiful domes. Be sure to bring your friend that says “I’ve been meaning to take a ballroom class” or the relative that really needs a few more pointers on how to dance with a few less fingers pointed. The environment is great for all ages and abilities. Bag-check, washrooms and parking are available.
Since 1991, DanceSport BC has put on a social ballroom dance event every Friday during the summer months. With more than 500 attendees a night, people of all ages gather for a fun-fill night of dancing. Whether you are a dance professional or have two left feet; on your 100th date or your first; with a group of old friends or getting to know a new city, these dances are for you.
Call for Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to help with the organization of this year’s Robson Square dances. You can find a description of the various volunteer positions in our volunteer brochure. If you are interested in volunteer, please completed our volunteer registration form. If you have any questions, send us an e-mail at volunteer.robson@hotmail.ca.
Promotional Video
Try Something New: 2015 Robson Square Summer Dance Series (video made by Timothy Tan)
Wondering what it’s all about? See our promotional video, created by Quadro Media & Design.