The Sierra Hillbillies is a non-profit organization dedicated
to promoting Western Square Dancing and
Round Dancing. The club has been in existence since 1967 in the
Santa Clarita Valley , just 40 miles north of Los Angeles.
With approximately 50 members, the club is known as one
of the most active and "rowdy" square dance clubs in the L.A. area. We welcome
couples and singles of all ages to join us for an evening of dancing fun.
We normally dance alternating Mainstream and "Plus" level tips, with an occasional
"A1" tip.
Our club dances are held on the 2nd Friday of each month,
always at the Santa Clarita Senior Center. We do not have a regular caller,
but instead enjoy dancing to a variety of guest callers. As a result of this,
our callers are booked several years in advance.
The Hillbillies have a very active visitation schedule,
normally scheduling a minimum of one visitation each month. Other clubs
are also encouraged to visit us. You can retrieve your banner
or grab one of ours. If you'd like to pay us an official club visit,
please send us an e-mail
Round Dancing is also a big part of the Sierra Hillbillies.
Rounds begin at 7:30 P.M. and continue until 8:00 when we square up. Rounds
are also cued between square dance tips. Our regular Round Dance cuer is Cindy
Mower . Cindy also occasionally teaches a Round Dance class.
We also have an active beginners square dance class which
meets each Tuesday evening from 7:00 until 9:00 PM. The class meets
at the Mitchell Elementary School, 16821 Goodvale
Rd, Canyon Country. The class begins with the basic course, going through
Mainstream and Plus, then graduation. In non-class months, we may have a Plus
Workshop at the same time and place.
The camping crowd is also very active. Groups of Hillbillies
often go out camping together to various campgrounds in the Southern California
area. The favorite for the year is at the Bakersfield Fiesta, when the
whole caravan usually joins together with The Mountain Squares of Frazier
Park for an RV-in at the Kern County Fairgrounds, with great food and fellowship
for all.
As you can see, the Sierra Hillbillies are a diversified,
fun loving group, and we'd love to have you join us. Everyone is welcome at
the Sierra Hillbillies. The only rule that we adhere to strictly is "Have
Fun"!
