Yes, people certainly do still square dance.
The Western New York Federation of Square and Round Dance Clubs is a regional organization of about 20 dance clubs in the Rochester area as well as parts of the Buffalo and Finger Lakes Region.
Modern square dance is a great way to exercise to music. The music used nowadays ranges from traditional to Broadway hits to George Strait, Elton John, and Rock & Roll. A square is a “team” of eight dancers working together to execute a series of dance moves given by a square dance “caller” to music. Not only does one get exercise, there is also the opportunity to make new friends and social connections. Every dance lesson is a party. There are square dance clubs, festivals, and camping groups nationwide. There are also square dance cruises and a National Square Dance Convention held every year in a different city…