FOOTMAD Old-Time Dance - FOOTMAD Contra Dance

FOOTMAD
OLD-TIME DANCE

In the Appalachian tradition, dancing is a social event for people of all ages. Join us for contra, square and circle dances taught by experienced callers. Live bands play energetic traditional tunes. A fun-filled aerobic activity for people of all ages. Family friendly. Newcomers welcome. No experience or partner needed.

2019-2020
3rd Saturdays
September through April
7 pm to 10 pm
Beginner workshop 6:45 pm
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$7 - suggested donation
FREE for youth under 13
FREE for all AmeriCorps members
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Bream Memorial Presbyterian Church
Activity Building
Corner of Washington St. West and Ohio Ave
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Our new location is in the heart of the
thriving music and arts scene in
Elk City on Charleston's West Side,
with shops, restaurants and galleries nearby.

Casual dress
Soft-soled shoes please
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NEXT DANCE

September 21

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WHITEWATER WHIRL
CONTRA DANCE WEEKEND

1 - 3 May 2020
Fayette County Park / 4H Camp
near Beckwith, WV

A mini-dance vacation in the heart of the New River Gorge Scenic Recreation Area. 3 days of dances, dance workshops, music jams, song swaps, and more.

Onsite lodging or nearby B&B's and hotels
Great food onsite or fabulous restaurants in nearby Fayetteville, WV

WhitewaterWhirl.org

What is contra dancing?

A short introduction to contra dancing showing a sample of two dances and interviews with a few of the dancers. No experience or partner is necessary to join in this fun filled aerobic activity that is enjoyed by people of all ages. And we welcome newcomers. Because you typically interact with most of the people in the room during the dances you truly becomes part of a community. To quote one dancer, "You will mess up and no one will care! Welcome to contra dancing."
Length: 3:32

Contra dance documentary

By Grace duVal Johnston - Documentary video created for a documentary studies class.
Length 10:42

Why we contra dance

Chattahoochee Country Dancers (CCD) tell Why We Contra Dance. Short clips featuring several CCD contra dancers and couples. CCD is located in Clarkston, Georgia.
Time: 8:00