Welcome to Calgary’s Best Social Dances & Dance Lessons

Looking for fun, fitness, and friendship in Calgary? Join us for unforgettable social dances and dance lessons—perfect for singles and couples of all ages.

Why Dance With Us?

  • 🌟 One of Calgary’s largest dance floors – almost 4,000 sq. ft. of hardwood designed for dancing.

  • 🕺 Fun Dance lessons are included before our dances – no extra cost, beginners welcome.

  • 🎶 Live bands & great music – dance to songs you know and love.

  • 🤝 A welcoming community – meet new friends while enjoying the joy of dance.

 

Upcoming Social Dances

Check out our calendar of dances with live music and lessons. Whether you love Ballroom, Latin, Country, or Swing, there’s something for everyone.

Saturday, November 1st 2025

HALLOWEEN DANCE

6:15 pm Doors Open for dance lesson participants

6:30 pm A beginner PROGRESSIVE TWO STEP dance lesson

7:15 pm Doors Re-Open for our Social Dance

7:30 – 10:30 pm Social Dance

BAND: Silence In B’tween

Two step dance lesson and a social dance

Admission

💃 Members: $12   🕺Guests: $15   Cash only at the door


 

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  • Monthly updates on upcoming social dances

  • Information about live bands, lessons, and events

  • Special announcements and community highlights

👉  Get your Grapevine Newsletter HERE

 

 


 

Check Out Our Fabulous Upcoming Social Dances & Dance Lessons –  HERE!

✨ Fun and easy beginner dance lessons to boost your confidence on the dance floor! ✨

Your admission ticket includes a 50-minute dance lesson plus practice time with music—taught by a Professional, Certified Dance Instructor.

Learn popular social dances like the Cha Cha, Waltz, Two Step, Rumba, Swing, Foxtrot, and more!

Important Notes:

  • Outside beverages, including water, are not permitted. (Snacks are welcome—especially helpful if you have food sensitivities.)

  • Please avoid wearing runners or black-soled shoes, as they may mark the floor.

  • Kindly dress in clean, presentable attire—no soiled or unkempt clothing.

 

 

Membership

Become a member and save! 🎉

  • $15 per year (Jan 1 – Dec 31)

  • Discounted admission to dances

  • Easy to join:

    • Pick up a yellow membership form at the front desk

    • Present it at the second break (9:30 pm)

    • Pay by cash or cheque

 

ABOUT THE MINUS ONE CLUB OF CALGARY – Calgary’s Longest Running Singles Social Club

Established in 1963, we are proud to be Calgary’s longest-running singles social club! As an incorporated Non-Profit Organization (NPO), we host bi-weekly social dances for singles and couples featuring a live band and our spacious hardwood dance floor.

Whether you are a returning member or visiting us for the first time, you’ll find a welcoming community, great music, and plenty of opportunities to dance and socialize.


 
OUR CLUB EXECUTIVE

President: Dawn Erath

1st Vice President: Navroz Sunderji

Treasurer: Gerri Myles

Secretary: Vacant

Director: Dale McInnes

Director: Deborah Mayko

Director: Mimma Moretti

Our club is managed by an elected volunteer Executive Team, who attend every dance to ensure events run smoothly.

Some Executive positions require computer and organizational skills, including:

  • Using accounting software

  • Updating and maintaining our website

  • Managing online business tasks and advertising

If you’d like to take a leadership role and contribute to the success of the club, consider joining the Executive!


 

Volunteer Opportunities at Our Dances

Our dances thrive thanks to the support of our members and guests. Even 15 minutes of your time makes a big difference!

Ways you can help:

  • Set up the hall (tables and chairs) at 5:30 p.m.

  • Help serve snacks during the evening

  • Assist with cleanup and closing AFTER the band finishes playing at 10:30 p.m.

Extra hands are always welcome—volunteering is also a great way to meet new people and become part of the community.


 

Get Involved Beyond Dancing

Have an idea for new activities or events? Members are encouraged to bring suggestions forward! Speak with an Executive Member at a dance or contact us online to share your ideas.


 

 The North Hill Lions Club of Calgary.

We would like to thank the North Hill Lions Club of Calgary for providing excellent bar service at our social dances. 

Please visit their website HERE or Facebook Page HERE

Minus One Club dance members can help the Lions Club CLERC project by donating eyeglasses. The Canadian Eyeglass Recycling Centre is a major initiative of all Lions clubs in Alberta. They also collect can tabs to support Juvenile Diabetes.

 

✨ Join us for live music, dancing, and a fun, welcoming community in Calgary!