Workshops

The square dance workshop is structured around refresher training or refining execution of certain moves for the specified level of the workshop – Basic, Mainstream, Plus, etc.

Upcoming Square Dance Workshops

Mondays, June 15, 22, 29, 2026 – “Mainstream” Workshop, 6:00-7:00 pm, Gillespie Center, 2590 Commerce Blvd, Mound, MN 55364. No charge. Westonka Whirlers Flyer

Saturday, June 20, 2026 – East Metro Plus Workshop (Caller/Instructor Ben Stokes – “Plus” workshop 10:00 am-1:00 pm). Riverview Library, 1 George St E, St Paul, MN 55107. Angels needed and appreciated. If you have particular calls you would like to practice, let him know and he’ll focus on them. A little lead-time helps in preparing materials. Note: There is street parking only, so you may need to look a little to find a spot. East Metro Plus Workshop Flyer

Mondays, June 22, July 27, and Aug 3, 2026 – B&B Squares “Square Dance Lab” (Caller/Instructors Bill VanBergen & Brad Neutz – Workshop 6:30-9:00 pm). Maple Lake Elementary School, 200 Highway 55 East, Maple Lake, MN 55358. B&B Squares invites you to join us for Summer Dance Lab, a time to keep your skills fresh over the summer. Mondays June 8, June 22, July 27, and Aug 3. Cost is $5. Please bring a snack to share. B&B Squares Flyer

Mondays, June 22, July 13, August 10, 2026 – County Line Squares Square Dance Workshop (Caller/Instructor Antique Andy Schoenleben – “Mainstream” Workshop 7:00-9:00 pm).  Pinewood Elementary School, 1010 Broadway W, Monticello, MN 55362. Mondays June 22, July 13, and August 10. Casual attire. Cost: $5/adults $2/under age 17 per night.

Saturday, June 27, 2026 – West Metro Mainstream Workshop (Caller/Instructor Jean Kretzschmar – “Mainstream” workshop 10:00 am-12:00 pm). Ridgedale Library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr, Minnetonka, MN 55305. Room 174– just to the left of the entrance. Please RSVP to host caller Jean Kretzschmar, 952-949-6607, call or text. Angels needed and appreciated. West Metro Mainstream Workshop Flyer

Saturday, August 8, 2026 – ETTA Square & Rounds “Granite Fest 2026” – (Granite Fest will be held at the Whitney Center, 1527 Northway Dr, in St. Cloud, August 7-9.) Callers Dick Rueter, Tom Allen and Jerry Junck “Plus” Workshop 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. Attached is a flyer for the full weekend. In addition, the evening dances are open to all plus dancers. If you have questions, or to register, contact Tom Allen at allentca@mac.com, or call 320-252-4230. Granite Fest Flyer and Registration

Upcoming Round Dance Workshops

Saturday, August 8, 2026 – ETTA Square & Rounds “Granite Fest 2026” – (Granite Fest will be held at the Whitney Center, 1527 Northway Dr, in St. Cloud, August 7-9.) Cuer Sarah Klaphake “Rounds” Workshop 9:30-10:30 am & 2:30-3:30 pm. Attached is a flyer for the full weekend. In addition, the evening dances are open to all plus dancers. If you have questions, or to register, contact Tom Allen at allentca@mac.com, or call 320-252-4230. Granite Fest Flyer and Registration