
What we’re about
Welcome! to the Palo Alto & Bay Area Ballroom Dancing Meetup Group.
Our Meetup Group is for everyone- singles or couples & who want to try ballroom dancing with like-minded individuals without stress.
If you have never or little experience in ballroom dancing, this is the right place for you to step up for your first dance. Make new friends, socialize, take lessons and dance every Saturday night away, whether you have 2 left feet or are a dance champ !
We are building a community of everyday people looking to dance (no flashy moves required!) With us you can learn any of the dances you are interested in – Cha-Cha –Waltz- Tango-Swing-Salsa-Rumba-Hustle-Sumba-Foxtrot and more.
Come out to dance, laugh and mingle with a great group. You will also get Sneaks, non-alcohol beverages to quench your thirst and keep you cool.
We look forward to seeing you there.
DISCLAIMER:
Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing Meetup assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility, including but not limited to injury or loss of any kind/form due to the use of information, or participating in activities found on this group/site. By becoming a member of the Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing Meetup, you agree to the terms and conditions of the group.
Individuals interested in carpooling may voluntarily do so.
You are advised that the use of a carpool system is voluntary and entirely at the discretion of participants. Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing Meetup or the organizers assume no responsibility.
It is the responsibility of individuals participating in a carpool to notify their insurance provider of their intent to carry non-family passengers and to ensure that they have adequate coverage to protect both themselves and their passengers. It is the responsibility of the individual accepting a ride in a carpool to ensure that the driver of the vehicle has an acceptable driving record, is licensed accordingly and has adequate insurance to protect both driver and passengers.
Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing Meetup and organizers are no way responsible for verifying or certifying the reliability, driving ability or insurance status of drivers and participants using the system.
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By joining the Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing Meetup:
I understand that during my participation in any Event or Activity organized by the Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing Meetup, I may be exposed to risks including, but not limited to, the dangers of serious personal injury, property damage, and death (“Injuries and Damages”). I agree to WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY the Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing Meetup, its Organizers, event hosts and leaders from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, in any way connected with the Activity. I further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing Meetup and leaders from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by my own negligence while a participant on the Activity. I understand and intend that this assumption of risk and release is binding upon my heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, and includes any minors accompanying me on the Activity.
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Upcoming events
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SATURDAY NIGHT BALLROOM DANCE
Dance Boulevard, 1824 Hillsdale Ave, San Jose, CA, US### Saturday Ballroom Dance
Hosted by Denny Ko & Mei
BALLROOM DANCE PARTY with Denny Ko & Mei
7:30 pm Intermediate Class
8:30 pm Ballroom Dance Party
$12 Class & Party
(Cool Cards & Members accepted)
Sunday Ballroom Dance
Hosted by Denny Ko & Mei
7 pm Group Lesson
8- 11 pm Dance Party
$12 Class/Party
### SATURDAY NIGHT BALLROOM DANCE Direct Link
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Gaskell Ball
Oakland Scottish Rite, 1547 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA, US## The Next Gaskell Ball!
The 2025 Gaskell Ball will be held on December 27th, 2025.
Tickets will be availble starting November 10th, on Eventbrite.
Read about the 2024 ball on Midbrow
## About The Gaskell Ball
The Gaskell Ball is one of the oldest and largest ballroom events in California. The ball started in 1979 at Mills College in Oakland and has been at the Scottish Rite Center since 1990.
Last year's sold out attendance of over 600 people showed that the demand for beautiful, formal dances is still strong!
The ball is known for its dancing, its costumes, and its music.
### The Dancing
The dancing is from the Victorian Era: Waltzes, Polkas, Mazurkas, as well as some old English country dances, like Sir Roger de Coverley. The dances are high energy, fun, and range from sweetly romantic to silly.
We have classes the day of the ball, for those not yet comfortable with the dances.
### The Costumes
Our guests provide their own attire, and much of it is splendid. To maintain the ambience, we do require formal attire at the ball. For ideas, check the link.
### The Music
For our music, we have the Brassworks Band. The Brassworks has been providing wonderful Victorian music for the Gaskell Ball for decades.
### The Volunteers
The ball is put on by a team of overworked volunteers. If you'd like to help make the next ball a reality, reach out to us on Facebook.
### The Location
The ball will be held at the Oakland Scottish Rite Center, 1547 Lakeside Dr. Oakland, CA, USA. See our location page for map and parking information.
### The Schedule
Note that the 2024 and future balls are starting and ending one hour earlier than pre-2023 balls. The ball will now end at 11pm
This schedule may change. Please check again, closer to the date of the ball
3:00pmAfternoon Dance Class (until 5:30pm)6:30pmDoors open for the ball6:45pmBrief dance class/review7:30pmDancing begins11:00pmThe ball ends
More photos and information on Facebook.
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Group Dance Classes for Beginners & Party @ Saturday
Starlite Ballroom, 5178 Moorpark Ave #60, San Jose, CA, USThis Beginner ballroom dance event is hosted by Starlite Ballroom.
Instructors for each week are listed here. https://www.thestarliteballroom.com/calendar
Group Dance Classes for Beginners 8:00 - 8:45 Pm
Dance party with DJ Dave, 9-12 ($12)
Extra $3 for Group class
Starlite Ballroom
5178 Moorpark Ave
San Jose, CA
More details
Facebook
https://www.thestarliteballroom.com/calendar
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Past events
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