Are you having a Western Theme Party?
I have been a professional Square Dance Caller and Instructor for over 25 years. It's fun to Square Dance and it isn't difficult. I have done numerous events for Schools, Churches, Civic Organizations and Business parties as well as having been a featured Caller for the Hawaii State Square Dance Federation. I was featured on the Jimmy Kimmel Show on ABC. Consulted for an episode for Nickelodeon.
I teach Western Square Dancing, (very easy) Contra, Line Dancing. Let's have fun at your next event.
On my "Travel Distance Page" It says I only travel 200 miles. I actually travel to all 50 states.
Provided a good fun filled evening for teenage kids at a sweet 16 birthday party!
Response from Bob Van West:
It was a lot of fun, thank you for the opportunity. I hope we can do it again sometime.
So glad we hired Bob Van West for our event. He was very professional, friendly and on time. Zero complaints. Would hire him again.
Response from Bob Van West:
Thank you, James, I really appreciate the kind words. Looking forward to the next time around.
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: Dutch, English
Insurance: Yes
Unions: CALLERLAB-The International Association Of Square Dance Callers
An accomplished entertainer, Competent instructor, Very easy to work with, Flexible, Great Personality.
I am a professional Square Dance Caller (that really is a lot of fun to say). I started dancing in 1976 at Ft. Rucker, AL (while stationed there). I love to teach, it's so much fun. I like to show people who are not familiar with the Square Dance activity how much fun it is. I always tell people, if you can walk, you can square dance. Come expect a lot of fun.
I provide all the equipment, music and talent. Nothing will be difficult and I can promise you will be all smiles. I will teach, Squares, Contra Dance, 2 Step and some super easy line dancing for you to enjoy. Call, E-Mail, or text your contact information. I look forward to hearing from you.
I own my own pro audio equipment. I have 2 Hilton 300's; Hilton 75A; and Carvin 6 Channel Amplafiers. Hilton Speakers; Director Column Speaker; Carvin Speakers. Needless to say I have enough equipment to cover most any size venue.
| June 10, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Teen Birthday Party |
| April 24, 2021 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| February 01, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| November 23, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Holiday Party |
| October 29, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Religious Celebration |
Since each gig is unique, I can create set lists based on the type of event you have. Tell me the theme and I will have the music appropriate to that theme.
Lee Schmidt, "Your first job is to be an Entertainer"
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