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About Country Dancing 



About English Country Dancing:

English Country dancing is a form of folk dancing which has earliest documented instances in the late 16th century.  It is considered to be the precursor to American contra and square dancing and has similar moves.  "ECD" (as it is called) is commonly danced to classical music, and is done in short sets or long lines up and down the hall.  Couples may progress along the lines, dancing with other couples as they go.

About Contra Dancing:
Contra dancing is a form of American folk dancing with traditional American and Celtic music. The moves are similar to square dancing, but they are done in long lines up and down the hall. Couples progress along these lines, dancing with other couples as they go, so that everyone dances with everyone else in that line.


No Prior Experience Needed!

All
QCD dances are taught beforehand, then the moves are called during the dance.  In addition, all QCD dances have a Newcomer's Orientation starting at 1:30 p.m. 
This is a teaching session, during which the caller will teach some of the basic dance figures and will explain how the dance is oriented and some basic dance conventions. Newcomers to English and contra dancing are encouraged to attend this workshop, but it is not required.  Most moves are done at an easy walking pace.


No Partner Necessary!

It is a tradition in this form of dancing to encourage dancers to dance with different partners for each dance, so you don't have to bring a partner, spouse or friend to the dance in order to join in! QCD dances are a great way to get mobile, get social, and meet new people!


QCD Dances
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 The regular dance runs from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., and an informal group goes out to dinner afterwards at a local restaurant.


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