Ballroom Dancers' Federation

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The Ballroom Dancers' Federation was founded in 1958 to give a voice to competitive ballroom dancers. A previous organisation, called the Competitors' Federation had been disbanded soon after its formation in 1946. [1] The purpose of the BDF is:

1. To promote the spirit of good fellowship and sportsmanship and to protect and advance the interests of professional competitors and professionals in general.
2. To further the goodwill and co-operation between those who utilise the services of its members and the governing Dance Sport bodies.

These general aims are interpreted mainly from the point of view of professional competitors, [2] though many of its activities do also benefit amateur competitors.

The Federation has been responsible for starting many events:

Delegates from the executive committee of the Federation sit on the board of directors for the British Dance Council; the Federation sees a major part of its role as bringing about changes in the BDC.

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References

  1. ↑ "The Ballroom Dancers' Federation Online". Archived from the original on 2009-10-09. Retrieved 2009-10-22.
  2. ↑ "Untitled Document". Archived from the original on 2009-02-03. Retrieved 2009-10-22.
  3. ↑ "The Ballroom Dancers' Federation Online". Archived from the original on 2009-10-09. Retrieved 2009-10-22.


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