The Council is:

• an organization formed by the various square and round dance associations around the state, and is commonly known by the acronym SCISDA.
• a combined effort by all associations to provide those services for the growth of square dancing in all its forms -- square dancing, round dancing, contra dancing, clogging, line dancing, etc. -- that they could not provide individually.

The purpose of the Council is:

• to promote square dancing in all its forms as a wholesome, family-type recreation
• to expand communications among the associations, the clubs, and the dancers within the state
• to help coordinate and further the development of all clubs and associations; provide continuity and balance to the growing activity of square dancing.
• to find ways to improve relationships among dancers, callers, clubs, and area associations.
• to foster respect and trust among all areas of the state by providing a common meeting ground.

The Council provides:

• the leadership to put on the State Square Dance Convention each year with a variety of callers and cuers.
• the Touch-A-Quarter, the state news publication for all dancers.
• a share in an excellent insurance program for those Associations and member clubs that choose to participate.
• leadership training in club operation, publicity, and in the development and growth of square dancing.
• a directory of clubs, locations, contacts, nights for each dance, and the level of each dance.
• a traveler program and badge to encourage individual dancers to visit outside their own association.

The Council needs:

• your views and comments on square dancing in your area and the state.
• your support of the state convention and other programs through your attendance and voluntary help.

The Council does not:

• tell any club or area association how to conduct their affairs.
• tell callers or round dance leaders what or how they should call or teach.

Who belongs?

• Bachelors 'N' Bachelorettes of Illinois
• Illinois Federation of Square and Round Dance Clubs
• Northern Illinois Square Dance Association
• Metropolitan Chicago Association of Square Dancers
• Peoria Area Square and Round Dance Association
• Quad Cities Federation of Square and Round Dance Clubs
• Rock River Area Dancers Association
• Southwestern Illinois Association of Square and Round Dance Clubs

If your club belongs to one of the above groups, then you are a part of SCISDA.

There are state organizations in almost all 50 states. Your help can make Illinois the leader.