DMW originated in 1921 as the Wisconsin Society of Teachers of Dance. On March 19, 1933, it was incorporated as Dancing Masters of Wisconsin. During this time the Wisconsin group was affiliated with the Dance Masters of America until World War II, when travel was difficult. In 1994 the organization was granted non-profit corporation status as Dance Masters of Wisconsin, Inc. and received tax exempt status as per section 501c(3) under the Internal Revenue Service code.

• Four annual workshops; three for teachers, assistants, and students; one for teachers and assistants
• Oustanding faculty from across the U.S., including some international guest artists
• Scholarship opportunities for members and students of members
• Network of professional business contacts in your field