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Tom Crisp
Square Dance Caller & Instructor
Intro to Square Dancing
Join us Thursdays for SSD review, 6:30 – 8:30
If you have had some lessons or just want to review the SSD program, join us on Thursdays. 4231 S Pauline Lane
If you have not had any square dance lessons and consider yourself a genius, or is a person who has very high intelligence and has a rare natural ability to instantly learn how to square dance, come join us.
Sonoran Stables Dance Hall 4231 S Pauline Lane, Tucson
From: Golf Links & Harrison, drive south to Millmar, turn left. Left on Pauline Lane. Drive under the arch. The dance hall is behind house.
No experience necessary – dress is casual – singles and couples welcome – it’s a blast! Join professional Caller Tom Crisp every Thursday, 6:30 – 8:30 pm. It’s easy to learn, fun and great exercise. Everyone learns together, make new friends, free refreshments.
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Learning to square dance is a whole new life style.
New class starts
May 9th, 2024 6:30 – 8:30
Free Intro to Square Dancing and free Pizza?
Great fun, great excersize and meet new friends.
We meet every Thursday. Learn to square dance in just 12 weeks.
No experience necessary – dress is casual – singles and couples welcome. Learning to square dance is a blast! Join professional Caller Tom Crisp every Thursday, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, starting Jan 11th. It’s easy to learn, fun and great exercise. Everyone learns together, make new friends, free refreshments. Only $10 person at the door each Thursday, or register for the 12 week class for just $75.
WHY SQUARE DANCE?
Modern Square Dancing is a unique and inexpensive recreational activity that offers fun, mental and physical fitness as well as fellowship. Here are some positive ways becoming a square dancer can impact and enrich your life.
GOOD FUN
• Natural movement – With most dance forms you have to learn to place your feet in specific arrangements. Not so with square dancing. Square dancing is based upon moving in defined directions for defined distances – which is exactly what walking is. Since walking is one of the most natural things we do – square dancing becomes a fun extension of something you’ve done most of your life.
• Entertainment – The caller entertains dancers with a variety of creative call sequences and a wide range of music, including rock, jazz, sing-alongs, gospel, country & western – and everything in between. • Stress Relief – Directed by a leader giving commands, you become so focused on the “task at hand” that your troubles are forgotten, at least for a couple of hours. While square dancing you can escape from all the worries of the day and just have fun.
• Exhilaration – Eight people dancing together in quick time for a common purpose is exciting. Successful completion of the series of moves offers unparalleled elation.
GOOD FOR YOUR MIND
• “Thinking person’s activity.” – Square dancing requires you to use both sides of your brain through “cross-lateral” movements which are movements that cross from one side of your body to the other. These are great exercises for your brain, memory, and coordination. • Learning – First you stretch your brain by learning the calls.
• Dancing – Then while dancing, the interaction with the caller and the other dancers to complete a movement successfully keeps the mind sharp and focused.
• Challenging – All square dancing engages your brain by asking you to react quickly to commands. (Like ‘Simon Says’ for adults!)
• Mind/body connection – Dancers react to calls as they are given. This forces the body and brain to be tightly coordinated. Studies have shown that activities involving simultaneous physical and mental activity keep the brain healthy.
• Energizing – No matter how tired you are from a long day’s work, once you start dancing, you become energized again.
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So, what does square dancing offer? First, most anyone can learn.
It’s fun and great exercise, both mentally and physically and you’ll meet new friends.
A fun way to workout. No experience necessary.
Singles & couples welcome. The dress is casual attire.
Reduce stress & depression. Dance to popular rhythmic music.
Sonoran Stables Dance Hall
4231 S Pauline Lane, Tucson (Google it)
Golf Links & Harrison, drive south to Millmar, turn left. Left on Pauline Lane to the Dance Hall.
The Sonoran Promenaders dance every Monday 6:30 – 8:30 Mainstream & some Plus
Everyone is welcome to stop by any Monday and see how much fun it is to square dance!
Learning to square dance is a real blast. It’s an excellent way to get some exercise and learn a fun style of movement and socialize at the same time. You exercise both the brain and the body simultaneously. It’s entertaining to both perform and watch. Square Dance is a traditional dance that has been part of American social life for centuries. It originated in England in the late 16th century. Although originating in England, square dance was also very popular other European countries like Italy, France and Germany. When Europeans from these countries settled in other countries, they took the dance with them. It was then adopted in those cultures with some minor differences. It was through these settlers that square dance was introduced to North America.
Click here for an example of Beginner Square Dance Lessons
Square Dancing is a blast! Come join us.
Tom’s recording: “I’m Ready If You’re Willing” by Johnny Horton.
Now available on RIVERBOAT RECORDS: www.riverboat.com/.
Click here to view Tom in action!
Your Square Dance Party Success is My Business – it’s what I do
Serving Tucson, Southern Arizona and Nationwide
Looking for a theme for your next party?
Tom is available for: Group Parties – Private Parties – Weddings – Conventions – Western Party Themes – Guest Ranches – Church Socials – Schools – Youth Groups – Fund Raisers – Barn Dance Parties and more.
Club Dances: Community Dance, Basic, Mainstream, Plus & Advance
Tom also calls: Traditional Dances, Barn Dance Parties, Contras, Quadrilles, Line Dances, Mixers, Circle Dances and more.
Want to have a fun theme for your next party? Western party? How about a Barn Dance? Ask about a live band or recorded traditional music that fits the dance. All catered to brand new dancers and club dancers alike. Tom will walk you through the steps before each dance and keep it simple and fun!
Are you a square dance club looking for a guest caller for your club?
Or a group that have never danced before? Looking for a fun and exciting event? No problem! Tom makes it easy & entertaining.
Give Tom a call for your next party or club dance. Reasonable rates!
Cell: 520-419-6090
email – tom@crisptours.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/crispycaller
Professional Sound System and Music is Provided. Tom brings the perfect music and sound system for your party. No need to rent a public address system or hire a band.
ASCAP & BMI licensed to play music. Tom is licensed for public performance of the music. This one less thing to worry about.
Tom is an active member of CALLERLAB – The International Association of Square Dance Callers and is insured & licensed through CALLERLAB.
Tom is also an active member of the Southern Arizona Callers and Cuers Association (SACCA).
Tom has been actively calling dances since 1968 – now over 50 years.
Tom’s recent recording is “I’m Ready If You Are Willing”. Check here to listen
Tom & Gina also conducts Jazz and Square Dance Tours to Germany – Visit: www.crisptours.com
Visiting Tucson? Come stay with us.
For more info, click on VACATION MOBILE HOME at Sonoran Stables
Looking for a venue for your party? Check out the Sonoran Stables Dance Hall.
1700 square feet of floating hardwood dance floor.
Cool A/C
Chairs & Tables provided
Kitchen available
Plenty of safe parking
Call Tom – 520-419-6090 for rates
Square Dance Tour to Germany and Austria
September 16 – 30, 2025
Latest update!
Yes, planned tour for 2025!
Watch for updates on this website!
Curtis, our son is taking over Crisp Tours. business We will have a brochure soon
For more info, call Curtis, 480-766-1797 Email: fixx66@yahoo.com
Looking for a theme for your next party?
Tom is available for: Group Parties – Private Parties – Weddings – Conventions – Western Party Themes – Guest Ranches – Church Socials – Schools – Youth Groups – Fund Raisers – Barn Dance Parties and more.
Club Dances: Community Dance, Basic, Mainstream, Plus & Advance
Tom also calls: Traditional Dances, Barn Dance Parties, Contras, Quadrilles, Line Dances, Mixers, Circle Dances and more.
Want to have a fun theme for your next party? Western party? How about a Barn Dance? Ask about a live band or recorded traditional music that fits the dance. All catered to brand new dancers and club dancers alike. Tom will walk you through the steps before each dance and keep it simple and fun!
