American Dancer Magazine (formerly Amateur Dancer) is the official membership publication of USA Dance Inc. It is published every other month as a service for members (and included in their annual dues). This magazine features articles of interest to all ballroom dancers, as well as a Calendar of Ballroom Dance Competitions. It's editor, Shawn Fisher, may be reached via email at director@americandancer.org

Rates and Prices

Year subscription for Non-Member $25.00
Canadian, Air Delivery $32.00
Overseas, Air Delivery $36.00
Classified Ad for members FREE for sale of personal items - costumes, shoes etc.

Display Advertising - email director@americandancer.org for rates

(Discounts given for continuous advertising)

See Past Issues of American Dancer

Want to see what American Dancer is all about? Check out past issues of American Dancer in our "Forms & Resources" area!

Contributions Needed

American Dancer magazine welcomes contributions via email. See guidelines for submission of articles and photos to American Dancer. We are especially seeking Social Dancers willing to communicate a simple statement of "what ballroom dancing does for me," or what they feel is the best music, or best songs for their dancing.

Photos Needed

We are also looking for good pictures of social dancers enjoying their activity to the utmost. In other words, items to be considered for publication. If mailed, your photos will be returned to the address you include with the pictures. Use the highest resolution possible. See guidelines page.

Deadline for submissions is 1st of prior month. For example: October 1st for Nov/Dec issue; June 1st for Jul/Aug issue, etc.

Missed a copy of American Dancer?

If you're already a USA Dance member, and you missed a copy of American Dancer Magazine, you can get a copy sent to your home address (the address in USA Dance records) by calling our Central Office at 800-447-9047, or via email at central-office@usadance.org. Be sure to provide your Name, member number, email address, mailing address, and any other pertinent information.

How do I Subscribe to Amerian Dancers' magazine?

Join USA Dance. US Citizens or those who currently reside in the USA or one of its possessions are eligible to apply for membership. As a member, you automatically receive a subscription to American Dancers at no additional charge. In addition, you can subscribe to American Dancers, our bimonthly magazine, as a non-member at an annual rate of $25.00. (Canadian Delivery $32 and Overseas Delivery $36) Send your check payable to USA Dance with your request for subscription, name, address, and phone number to: USA Dance, Member Services, P O Box 126, Southampton PA 18966-0126.

Why didn’t I receive my copy of American Dancers?

American Dancers is distributed via third class mail. If you have moved, it is not forwarded. Even a minor error in the address can prevent delivery. If you have not received an issue, contact our Central Office at 1-800-447-9047 or email central-office@usadance.org to confirm your address and request a copy of the missing issue.

How do I place an ad in the Dance Mart classified section?

Send an email to design@americandancer.org with the text of your ad – include the words “DanceMart” in the subject line. DanceMart classified ads (50 words or less) are free to USA Dance members to sell personal costumes, dance shoes, or do a partner search. Ads run for two consecutive issues. Advertisers must confirm via email each issue that an item is still for sale.

Members and Non-members can advertise other dance related products and services in American Dancer. Send an inquiry to design@americandancer.org for current rates.

How do I place a display ad?

Send an inquiry to director@americandancer.org for current rates on display advertising and submission deadlines.