Monday Night Contra Dance
Lively New England style contra with a live band and caller leading energetic reels and longways figures; a 7 p.m. beginner friendly lesson precedes social dancing at 7:30 in a college hall on Monday nights.
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Lively contra lines and partner figures move to traditional dance tunes with a guided caller, running 7:30–10:30pm. Low-cost community dance vibes with practical cues like clean shoes and a bring-your-own water bottle.
Lively contra lines and partner figures move to traditional dance tunes with a guided caller, running 7:30–10:30pm. Low-cost community dance vibes with practical cues like clean shoes and a bring-your-own water bottle.
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Lively contra dance with partner swings and long-line figures in a sober, safety-minded community space. Expect welcoming callers, upbeat traditional rhythms, and an easy entry point for newcomers alongside regular dancers.
Lively contra dance with partner swings and long-line figures in a sober, safety-minded community space. Expect welcoming callers, upbeat traditional rhythms, and an easy entry point for newcomers alongside regular dancers.
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Boot-scootin honky tonk night with a quick line dance and two step lesson, then open dancing backed by Old School Dance Hall. All ages and all skill levels welcome for a casual, high energy dance hall vibe.
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Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice to lock in the steps. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available in a casual bar setting.
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Lively contra dance night in Pine Hall, just yards from the Appalachian Trail in Hot Springs, NC. A recurring third-Friday community gathering centered on traditional partner figures and social dancing.
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