International Folk Dancing in St. Louis

Every Thursday from 7 to 9:30 pm,

featuring teaching early in the evening


Folk Dance Teaching at Thornhill Library


Swedish and Norwegian Concert and Dance Party, Dec. 7, 2024


IFDA 60th Anniversary 2024:  pictures and other goodies

IFDA cultural history

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Welcome to the International Folk Dance Association of University City, or IFDA.  Incorporated in 1964, the IFDA has been serving the greater St. Louis area for over 50 years as a non-profit organization dedicated to the teaching and enjoyment of folk dances and to the sharing of knowledge and appreciation of folk cultures from around the world.  The IFDA and its activities are open to anyone interested in international folk dancing or folklore. 


Our friends at The Focal Point have generously allowed us the use of their beautiful dance floor on Thursday evenings.

Usual location:  The Focal Point, 2720 Sutton Blvd., 

Maplewood, Missouri, 63143

Every Thursday from 7 to 9:30 pm


Gallery of past events

      Videos, pictures, and more

Updated Covid policy:  The Covid vaccination requirement is now lifted.  Anyone experiencing flue-like symptoms (such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, fatigue, head and body aches, loss of small or taste, is asked to stay home.

Should there be drastic increases in Covid infections, the IFDA Board reserves the right to amend this policy.

Hand sanitizer and N95 masks are available at the door for use.

Attendees who exhibit symptoms may be questioned and/or asked to leave.


Our Logo:  The design at the top of this and other IFDA pages is the official logo of the International Folk Dance Association of University City, © 1984-2024, and should not be used elsewhere except when referring to this organization or linking to this web site.  The logo was designed by Judy Stein in 1984 and revised by Roger Hill in 1996.

This page was last updated in the future, Nov. 29, 2024, and first updated in the past.