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Learn square dancing in Raleigh — no experience or partner needed!
Join Capital Squares for fun, beginner-friendly square dancing in a welcoming, social setting.
Always wanted to try square dancing but don’t know where to start? You’re in the right place!
This Meetup is designed especially for complete beginners—no experience and no partner required.
Capital Squares is a friendly square dance club in the Raleigh area focused on fun, community, and easy-to-follow instruction. You’ll be dancing successfully your very first night.
What to Expect
Step-by-step teaching — we explain everything
No partner needed — everyone dances together
Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
Modern square dancing to a variety of music
Casual dress — wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Who Should Join
Adults who have never square danced before
Couples, singles, and friends
Newcomers to the Raleigh area
Anyone looking for a fun, social activity
🎉 Special Event: Capital Squares is hosting a Square Dance Party on January 13, 2026 — a perfect way to try square dancing. Space is limited to 40 dancers! Grab your spot to the dance floor before they sell out. Tickets available via Eventbrite.
📅 Lessons begin January 20th, 2026 and are beginner-friendly and supportive.
Square dancing is social, engaging, and a great way to meet people while having fun. If you’ve ever thought, “That looks fun, but I could never do that,” we promise — you can.
👉 Join us and step into the square with Capital Squares!
Note: Our events are open to the public and cross-posted. There is no need to actually RSVP via the meet-up event to attend our events.
Upcoming events
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Beginner Square Dance Party – No Partner Needed!
St. James United Methodist Church, 3808 St. James Church Rd, Raleigh, NC, US## 🎉 Square Dance Party Night – Beginners Welcome!
Never square danced before? This party is for you!
Join Capital Squares for a fun, relaxed square dance party designed especially for first-timers and curious beginners.
Note: Space is limited to 40 new dancers! Grab your tickets on Eventbrite before they sell out. Meet-up will only allow 10 RSVPs. There is no need to RSVP on meet-up in order to attend! This event is cross-posted and open to the public.
📅 Tuesday, January 13, 2026
📍 St. James United Methodist Church, 3808 St. James Church Rd, Raleigh, NC
⏰ 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30.
Cost: $8.00 per person via eventbrite, cash or check at the door.
### What This Is
A lively, social square dance party where everyone is welcome — even if you’ve never danced before.
We’ll start with easy, walk-through instruction, then dance the night away with friendly guidance and lots of laughter.
### What You Need to Know
- No experience required
- No partner needed
- Casual attire — wear comfortable clothes and shoes
- Friendly atmosphere — we rotate partners and dance together
- Great music, great people, and lots of fun
### Who Should Come
- Adults who have never square danced
- Couples, singles, and friends
- Children 10 or older accompanied by a participating adult.
- Anyone looking for a fun, social night out in Raleigh
- People curious about trying something new in 2026
### Why Try Square Dancing?
Square dancing is easy to start, mentally engaging, and one of the best ways to meet people while having fun. You’ll be dancing successfully your very first night.
🎶 Bonus: This party is a perfect preview of our beginner lesson series starting January 20th, 2026.
👉 Purchase your ticket on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1851126752949) and join us for a night of fun, laughter, and community with Capital Squares!10 attendees
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