501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

Elevating the Art of

Smooth Style Ballroom

Our foundation is dedicated to honoring the traditions, artistry, and athleticism of American Smooth ballroom dancing. We support dancers, instructors, and events to advance this beautiful discipline globally.

501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

Elevating the Art of

Smooth Style Ballroom

Our foundation is dedicated to honoring the traditions, artistry, and athleticism of American Smooth ballroom dancing. We support dancers, instructors, and events to advance this beautiful discipline globally.

2025

FOUNDED

58+

DANCERS SUPPORTED

12+

COUNTRIES REACHED

6+

EVENTS & PROGRAMS

2025

FOUNDED

58+

DANCERS SUPPORTED

12

COUNTRIES REACHED

6+

EVENTS & PROGRAMS

Our Journey
Milestones & Achievements
May 20-21st, 2026
International Smooth Congress - Blackpool, England
Expanding collaboration projects with international associations, (GSS) Global Smooth System and (SRDS) Smooth and Rhythm Dance Style create a Smooth Congress in Blackpool England to support and educate dancers across borders.
May 2026
3rd Blackpool Smooth Gala
3rd Blackpool Smooth Gala builds on previous fundraising for Smooth Professional from all countries and presenting informative and educational performances at the Smooth Gala Friday night in the Spanish Hall. Free entry all are welcome.
March 2026
Italian Smooth Dance camp.
First Italian Smooth Dance camp held at Dance as Fire Open Festival Dance Competition.
Jan 2026
Global Smooth Foundation Established
Global Smooth Foundation established and receives 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS, formalizing its mission to advance American Smooth worldwide.
2025
Growing the Global Smooth Community
Expanding collaborative projects with International Smooth Associations (ESA) European Smooth Alliance and (SRDS) Smooth and Rhythm Dance Style, launching new programs and educational opportunities to support dancers across borders.
2025
Second Blackpool Smooth Gala
Expanding support, educational resources and networking for all Smooth Professionals and countries Smooth style hubs globally.
2024
(BDC) British Dance Council Smooth lecture.
First (BDC) British Dance Council lecture about Smooth style at Blackpool Dance Festival.
2024
Inaugural Blackpool Smooth Gala
Toni Redpath, Michael Mead, Jonathan Roberts and Wayne Eng host the first Smooth Gala and raise funds to financially support all the Professional Smooth and Rhythm competitors who competed at the Blackpool Dance Festival in 2024.
2024
Smooth Digital Platform Expansion
Launch of Global Smooth Certification online training resources and digital certification pathways, making American Smooth education accessible worldwide.
2018
First (BDF) British Dance Federation lecture in Smooth at Blackpool Dance Festival
Toni Redpath presents the first ever Smooth lecture, featuring Nick Cheremukhin and Viktorija, for the BDF at the Blackpool Dance Festival.
2017
First Professional Smooth Competition takes place outside of USA
First Professional Smooth Competition takes place at Blackpool Dance Festival.
2015
Blackpool Professional Exhibition
In 2015, Professional Smooth debuted at the Blackpool Dance Festival as a Professional Exhibition—made possible by Jonathan Roberts' spearheading efforts.

OUR MISSION

Advancing Excellence,

Fairness & Artistry

Global Smooth Foundation exists to nurture and grow the American Smooth style of ballroom dance around the world. We believe that dance is a universal language, and that every dancer deserves access to world-class training, fair competition, and recognition for their artistry.

Through our certification programs, competitive events, and educational initiatives, we provide the infrastructure and community that dancers, instructors, and judges need to thrive.

Community

Created Global Smoothies Facebook page supplying international networking opportunities and information on Smooth Competitions, events and advancements for all associations and events Worldwide


Education

Supporting Educational and developmental programs about Smooth for competition organizers, judges, invigilators, teachers and students at every level through GlobalSmoothCertification.com course.


Events

Promoting Smooth style through helping organize and sponsoring events such as the Blackpool Smooth Gala and MIB/LFN circuit.


WorldWide

Supporting all regions worldwide with free Smooth based resources at GlobalSmoothCertification.com Resources tab to aid in the adoption of the beautiful style for their Dancers, Studios and Events.


OUR MISSION

Advancing Excellence,

Fairness & Artistry

Global Smooth Foundation exists to promote and expand the adoption of the Smooth style of ballroom dance around the world. We believe that dance is a universal language, and that every Smooth dancer deserves access to world-class training, fair competition, and recognition for their artistry.

Through our educational initiatives, free resources and competitive events, we provide the infrastructure and community that dancers, instructors, judges and organizers of Smooth events need for the style to thrive.

Community

Created Global Smoothies Facebook page supplying international networking opportunities and information on Smooth Competitions, events and advancements for all associations and events Worldwide

Education

Supporting Educational and developmental programs about Smooth for competition organizers, judges, invigilators, teachers and students at every level through GlobalSmoothCertification.com course.

Events

Promoting Smooth style through helping organize and sponsoring events such as the Blackpool Smooth Gala and MIB/LFN circuit.

WorldWide

Supporting all regions worldwide with free Smooth based resources at GlobalSmoothCertification.com Resources tab to aid in the adoption of the beautiful style for their Dancers, Studios and Events.

Training

Professional development programs for dancers and instructors at every level.


Training

Professional development programs for dancers and instructors at every level.


Training

Professional development programs for dancers and instructors at every level.


Training

Professional development programs for dancers and instructors at every level.


UPCOMING

Featured Coming Events

April 2026

Italy

Smooth Seminar

Blackpool, Italy

May 22, 2026

MAY 2026

united Kingdom

Blackpool Smooth Gala

Blackpool, England

May 22, 2026

SCHEDULE

Events Calendar

March 20, 2026
Smooth Elements Seminar, Italy Seminars, Workshops & Rounds — One Day Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees, Stresa - Milan Lake Maggiore, Italy Join Seminars at Dance As Fire competition in Italy, exploring the Smooth Syllabus Elements Chart that underpins all Smooth choreography and Closed Competition Syllabus Rules Worldwide.
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May 20 – 21, 2026
The First International Smooth Congress, UK Seminars, Workshops & Rounds — Two Full Days VIVA Blackpool Featuring intensive teacher seminars, workshops open to all dancers, private lesson opportunities, and professional supervised smooth rounds.
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Make a Difference

Support the Future of Smooth Ballroom

Your tax-deductible contribution helps fund scholarships, training programs, and competitive events that make American Smooth dance accessible to everyone.

$25
Supplies training materials for one student
$50
Sponsors a dancer's competition entry fee
$250
Funds a full workshop for emerging dancers
$500
Provides a partial scholarship for one season

Global Smooth Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible.