Welcome to Banneker Ballroom Dance Club
Step onto the dance floor and become part of a legacy!
For six decades, Banneker Ballroom Dance Club has been bringing people together in the Washington metro area through the joy of ballroom dance. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or taking your first steps, our warm and welcoming community is here to share the rhythm, elegance, and passion of dance.
We offer weekly beginner and intermediate classes in American Smooth and Latin dances, including Waltz, Foxtrot, American Tango, Salsa, Cha Cha, and Rumba — no partner necessary! Join us for classes, Dance & Learn socials, and annual galas where music and movement create lasting memories.
Membership is available but not required — everyone is welcome on our dance floor.
We are a 501(c)(3) organization.
Let’s keep the tradition alive — one step at a time.
Fort Totten and Lamond-Riggs: A Historical Tapestry
The inclusion of the Banneker Ballroom Dance Club in Fort Totten and Lamond-Riggs: A Historical Tapestry highlights its cultural and community significance in the area. This book, co-authored by Michelle Lisa Herman, Stephanie Mills Trice, and Deborah Grimstead, is a rich resource for understanding the local history of the Fort Totten and Lamond-Riggs neighborhoods
111 Places in Black Culture in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss
The Banneker Ballroom Dance Club has been featured in 111 Places in Black Culture in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss, authored by Lauri Williamson. This book highlights significant sites that celebrate and preserve the rich tapestry of Black culture in the nation’s capital.
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