The Cal Poly Ballroom Dance Club will host its seventeenth annual “Mustang Ball” Ballroom and Latin Dance Competition from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the weekend of Feb.  1 and 2 in the Chumash Auditorium in Cal Poly’s University Union. Hundreds of competitors from teams across California, Arizona, and Nevada attend the event, which is one of the largest annual dance competitions in San Luis Obispo County.

 

The competition will showcase the talents of both local and visiting athletes in events in the International and American Style Ballroom Dances.  There will be six different levels of competition, from newcomer events to the highest "open-level" events. There are also events for nightclub dances such as Salsa, Hustle, Argentine Tango, and Lindy Hop Swing; as well as a formation team competition, collegiate team match, and other special performances.

 

This event provides the public and students at Cal Poly with an excellent opportunity to experience the excitement of ballroom dancing firsthand. Admission is just $12 in advance and $17 at the door.  There is no cost for Cal Poly students with a valid I.D.  Donations to help support this non-profit event are always appreciated.