Fall 2009/Spring 2010 Dance Program

Join us to experience the beautiful English country dance tradition - simple footwork, great fellowship and beautiful music. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome.

Monthly Saturday Night Community Dances

Our popular monthly dances feature a lively blend of English and contra dances, with live music and lots of supportive teaching to get you up and dancing in no time!


Special pre-season dance

At the Gazebo at the Peterborough Zoo
from 7 - 9 pm
free admission
beginners and kids especially welcome!

September 19
    Dance 8:00 to 10:30 pm


October 17
    Dance 8:00 to 10:30 pm


November 21
    Dance 8:00 to 10:30 pm


December 19 - Holiday gala
Wear your finery!
    Dance 8 to 11 pm


January 16 - Special New Year's Resolution Party
Festive evening dance 8:00 to 10:30 pm

We encourage everyone to come in costume (modern dressy, historic or anything fun and festive).

February 20
    Dance 8:00 to 10:30 pm


March 20
    Dance 8:00 to 10:30 pm


April 17 - Season finale
    Dance 8:00 to 10:30 pm


Cost: $8
Students $5
Children 6-12 $2
Children under 12 free
10% family discount
Location: St. John's Anglican Church (map)
99 Brock St. (corner of Hunter & Water Sts.)
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada


What is Country Dancing?

Country Dancing is spirited social dancing from Britain and North America. Some dances are several hundred years old, and some are newly composed, but all are great fun! Our dances come from the English countryside, the English court (Playford Dances) and include the rollicking Contra Dances of New England.

There is no fancy footwork, and all dances are taught by experienced callers before being danced by the group. Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes.

No need to bring a partner - there are plenty of people to dance with. Beginners are especially welcome!


Want More Information?

Email:
Susan Bunting


Comments from our dancers:

"friendly people, wonderful music, lots of fun"
"always leave with a warm, happy feeling"
"dedicated, helpful callers"
"we love keeping a tradition alive"
"it's great to see people of all ages dancing"