Dances

The VBDS puts on ballroom dances from September to June - one per month plus a New Year's Dance.  Dances are held on Saturday evenings 8:30 to 11:30 at the Saanich Commonwealth Place (address and map). As well, many VBDS instructors host dances throughout the year at other venues. All dances are listed on our ballroom dance calendar.

Usually there is a workshop before each dance from 7:15 to 8:15.  Recent workshops have included West Coast Swing, Rumba and Salsa. Often there is a demonstration half way through the dance - recent demonstrations have included Argentine Tango, Salsa, and the Paso Doble formation team.

The Saanich Commonwealth Place has a very large dance floor which is ideal for ballroom dancing.  We play music for all the Standard and Latin dances; with now and then a Polka, Salsa, Merenge, etc.  One or two line dances or mixers are also included.

Non-members and singles are welcome.  Light refreshments are available.  The dances are basically informal, though jeans aren't common, and many enjoy taking the opportunity to dress up.

To learn about upcoming dances - the dates, costs, workshops, etc. - check our ballroom dance calendar.

Workshops

Check the News and Announcements section of this website for information on upcoming workshops.

1. Generally, we hold a workshop before each of our dances.

2. We often offer introductory workshops on Saturdays.  These are open to both members and non-members.

3. On the Sunday following Dance Pacifica, we sponsor workshops by the visiting professional demonstrators.

Competitions

1. The Victoria Clubs Closed Competition is an informal event for Victoria area dancers.  It was held this year in November and will be held again in March or April.  Click here for more information.

2. Dance Pacifica is a dancesport competition, exhibition, dance and dinner gala event hosted by VBDS every June.  Click here for more information.