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| The
United States amateur Ballroom Dancers Association (USABDA),
a national organization, was established in 1965 to promote
the acceptance of ballroom dancing in the Olympic Games.
In 1985, USABDA reorganized and was granted tax-exempt
status by the Internal Revenue Service. |
| USABDA
acts with the governing bodies in the USA for amateur
ballroom dancing and seeks to promote dancing as a national,
international and Olympic sport. USABDA also organizes
and fosters educational programs among the public about
the healthful aspects of ballroom dancing and its physical,
mental and social benefits. Programs include the expansion
of ballroom dancing skills among all ages, including young
people and the handicapped. |
| The
United States Dance Sport Council, the USABDA division
that regulates competitors and competitions, is designed
by the International Dance Sport Federation (IDSF) as
the sole governing body of amateur dance sport (competitive
ballroom dancing in the United States of America). |
| Chapters
are established to provide a focal point for local amateur
ballroom dancing and to develop local facilities for members.
The basic purpose of each chapter is to promote ballroom
dancing in the local community and to educate the public
regarding the physical, mental and social benefits of
ballroom dancing. Chapters welcome beginner dancers and
will help them get started in ballroom dancing. |
| Chapters
promote and sponsor amateur ballroom dancing for competitors,
social dancers and the general public. They work toward
the recognition of ballroom dancing as an art form, a
lifetime recreational activity and an Olympic sport. Chapters
strive to bring the joy of ballroom dancing to as many
people, as possible. |
| For
more information about the benefits of being a member
of USABDA, visit this page of their web
site. For more details about the National Ballroom
Dance Week, call 1-800-332-NBDW. |
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Need to find
a local chapter? Are you just starting out? You may
find this web
page very helpful. |
| To
communicate with the National Office, you may send your
comments via e-mail, phone, or fax to Mary Schaufert at: |
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E-mail:
usabdacent@aol.com
Phone: (800) 447-9047
Fax: (717) 235-4183 |
