The purpose of MASSabda is to promote ballroom dancing in Massachusetts by introducing new people to the physical, mental, and social benefits of ballroom dance and by promoting the interests of existing dancers. MASSabda supports all types of ballroom dancing, including social, performance, and competitive. MASSabda pursues this goal by developing educational programs and exhibitions, social and competitive events, and outreach programs to involve dancers of all ages.
MASSabda is a non-profit organization, and a certified chapter of USA Dance, the National Governing Body for ballroom dancing and DanceSport. USA Dance is recognized by the International Dance Sport Federation and represents the interests of social and competitive dancers throughout the United States.