What we’re about
What is our main purpose?
To provide dancers like us a fun place to meet, play, learn, and dance. Meet with people across NJ, NY, PA, and beyond for every kind of dancing - Swing, Ballroom, Tango, Latin. Unlike other dance meetups, our meetup leaders are just volunteers who dance for the pleasure of it!
Who should join us?
Dancers & aspiring dancers (Singles or Couples) who are interested in social dancing as a hobby. Beginners who are looking for avenues to learn and practice social dancing.
What are typical meetups like?
Take a dance lesson and then dance as little or as much as you please at the dance party.
Why should you join us?
To make new friends.
To engage in a fun hobby.
To learn a new dance.
To find a new dance partner.
To find a new party spot with old or new friends.
To exalt in and have fun dancing!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Dancing on the Fifth: Latin Hustle Lesson by Loretta Chianese & Nick PfeifferSuzanne Patterson Center, Princeton, NJ
Join us for Dancing on the Fifth: Swingin' Dancing on the Fifth Saturday of the Month
Lesson: Latin Hustle (beginner/intermediate) 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Instructor: Loretta ChianeseSocial Dance: 8:00 – 11:00 PM
After the lesson, our guest DJ and will play a great playlist of all your favorite dances including East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Hustle, Rumba, Night Club 2-Step, Country 2-Step, ChaCha, Bachata, Salsa and many more! So, you are in store for another night of exciting dance!
Cost: $15 per adult / $10 per student (full time students only; must present ID)
Online Payment:
https://buy.stripe.com/dR6g1e4PL3L07uwdR3***Dancers are encouraged to bring their own bottles of water and bottled water will be available.
Light refreshments and snacks served. Free parking. No partner needed. Friendly atmosphere, and a great dance floor with high ceilings and upgraded ventilation with high efficiency filters.
Dress comfortably or dress to impress!***If you have any issues with parking, this map should help.
*Princeton Parking Map_02-13-24***
Are you interested in volunteering at this event?
Volunteer for 45 minutes and get in for free, take the lesson for free, and party for free. To sign up, contact us at the email below:
[email protected]
- Two Ballroom Bootcamps: December 2nd & 9th-Intermediate Rumba & Cha Cha RoutinesSuzanne Patterson Center, Princeton, NJ
Intermediate Rumba & Cha Cha Routines
In this 2-night class, we will teach LEADABLE routines for rumba and cha cha.
The routines will consist of standard American rumba and cha cha steps, plus a few interesting variations.
Anyone who took our previous Bootcamps, or who knows 4-5 steps of American cha cha and rumba is ready for this class.
No partners required – singles and couples are welcome.
2 Mondays, December 2 & 9, 2024 from 7:00-9:00PM
The two-hour sessions allow for plenty of guided practice.
Pay below by link or square (small fee for online payment)
https://buy.stripe.com/bIYdT62HD95k3eg4gCWalk-ins accepted at the first class only, IF SPACE PERMITS (cash or check)
- 2025 New Year's Eve PartySuzanne Patterson Center, Princeton, NJ
Save the date!!
Join us on Tuesday, December 31st, from 8:00pm-12:30am for Central Jersey Dance Society’s legendary New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance at the Suzanne Patterson Center!
Enjoy a complete mix of dance music provided by one of our favorite and legendary DJs, Donna Boyle. Yes! We only bring in the best. Come and dance to East Coast Swing, Waltz, Hustle, Salsa, Bachata, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Argentine Tango, Ballroom Tango, West Coast Swing, Samba, and many more!
Only $40 in advance (+ payment fee if purchased online) until December 28th: $50 after December 28th.
Pay online, pay at one of our events, or pay at the door (cash or check) – Attendance is limited.
Tickets are expected to sell out so please reserve early to ensure admission.
To reserve your admission, prepay below.
Online payment link:
https://buy.stripe.com/4gw6qE6XTepEdSUeVhWe will have a full buffet throughout the evening that will include catered Italian, Mexican, and Chinese main courses plus ample side dishes, desserts and beverages.
We will also have a countdown clock and show the Time Square ball drop on our large projector screen
Sparkling cider toast provided at midnight (or bring your own champagne)
Singles and couples welcomed
As always, free parking
Location: Susanne Patterson Center located at 45 Stockton Street/1 Monument Drive (for GPS) in Princeton, NJ 08540.
If you are having issues finding parking at Suzanne Patterson, this map should help:
https://www.princetonnj.gov/.../Downtown-Parking-Map-PDF
