A square dance participant is typically referred to as a GENT or a gal. A GENT is a man who participates in a square dance, while a gal is a woman who participates in a square dance. Square dancing is a type of folk dance that originated in the United States and is still popular today. It involves four couples arranged in a square formation, with each couple taking turns performing a sequence of steps and movements. The participants must be able to follow the caller's instructions and keep up with the music.