FRIDAY NIGHT DANCES

Summary

Location: Gerlinger 220
Cost: $4 student (with ID) $6 community
Lesson 7:30-8:30, general dancing until 10:30

What is it?

Once a week, the Oregon Ballroom Dance Club organizes and hosts a social dance in the interest of education, practice and above all... FUN!

What if I don't know how to dance?

No Problem! The first hour of every dance (7:30-8:30) is dedicated to a lesson which will go over the basics and a few variations for one dance each week.   We also have month-long series lessons for dancers who want to pursue a dance in more depth. Check out the upcoming events section of the main page for which dances will be taught at upcoming dances.

Check out the Ballroom dance Etiquette Map!

How much does it cost?

$4 for Students with Student ID
$6 for Community Members

What should I wear?

There is no dress code for any of the OBDC functions (though the so-called "Formals" are a good excuse to get dressed up). You can wear anything you want to the Friday night dances, from jeans and t-shirts to suits and ties. There are, however, a few guidelines:  

• Leather soled shoes are recommended. Please do not wear shoes that make scuff marks on the floor, nor shoes with very sharp heels.
• Open-toed shoes are generally a bad idea. You never know what kind of partner you are going to get, so wear them at your own risk.
• Depending on your metabolism, it can get a little warm during the dances, even on the coldest winter nights. Dressing a little lighter than normal might be more comfortable.

When is it?

Every Friday night except holidays, check calendar for details. 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM.

Where is it?

All of the non-formal dances are located in room 220 of the Gerlinger Building on the University of Oregon campus, located near the corner of 15th and University.

View a map of campus (Gerlinger is next to the Pioneer Cemetery near the bottom left) and a fun panorama of our dance space.

Who can attend?

Anybody and everybody! Students, Community members, Faculty, Staff, anyone who is at all interested in Ballroom dancing.

What if I don't have anybody to dance with?

You'll meet somebody! The vast majority of attendees don't come with somebody to dance with. They just come to dance and have fun! There is absolutely no partner necessary to attend any of the OBDC functions. In fact, it is a great way to meet a lot of fun and interesting people.