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Who We Are

Our Story

Our Mission
We are a non-profit organization striving to bring together the Denver community through dancing, dance education, and promotion of the arts.
 
Who We Are

Founded in Denver in 1865, the Denver Turnverein is the oldest organization of its type in Colorado. We are affiliated with the national American Turners organization, started by German immigrants fleeing war torn Europe in 1848. Building on their core principle of “A Sound Mind in a Sound Body,” 

Turnverein clubs sprang up around the U.S. to promote social activities, physical fitness, and healthy minds. The Denver Turnverein is proud to have celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2015.  In August, 2022 the Denver Turnverein celebrated it's 100th anniversary in our historic building at 1570 N. Clarkson, Denver.

 
What We Offer

The Denver Turnverein is dedicated to promoting dance and the arts as well as preserving our historic building for the benefit of the community. We provide a friendly and welcoming forum for affordable social dances, classes, workshops, and  large dance events.   Dances accompanied by introductory lessons are available every night of the week to get you started in Ballroom, Argentine Tango, Country, Lindy Hop, and West Coast Swing.  Our dances are attended by dancers of all levels.  You do not need a partner, singles and couples welcome. We have plenty of free parking onsite in our lot, as well as an overflow lot at the bank one block north of us for our dance event nights. 

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