Our contra dances, jointly sponsored by a student organization (the Ohio University
Traditional Dance Club) are held from 8:00 to 11:00 pm on the second Saturday of each month (with rare exceptions). Most dances are held at the Baker University Center in the multi-purpose room on the 2nd floor. Baker has a beautiful brand-new hardwood floor.
Beginners are always welcome. We encourage you to take part in the beginner's instruction period at 7:30.
The cost is $7 for adults, $3 for students, $15 for families, children 10 and under free.
Winter/Spring 2009 dance schedule
January 5th to March 11th, 2009: "Country Dance" class; see below for details.
January 10th, 2009: Eric Conrad calling to Athens' own Boys of the Hock. Held in the Baker University Center (directions).
February 14th, 2009: Kathy Anderson calling with Ubiquitones. Held in the Baker University Center (directions).
March 14th, 2009: Open Calling with the Boys of the Hock. Special Fundraiser for this dance group - All callers welcome. Held in the Baker University Center (directions).
March 30th to June 3rd, 2009: "Country Dance" class; see below for details.
April
11th, 2009: Barbara Ramlow calling with Schrodinger's Cat. Held in the Baker University Center (directions).
May 9th, 2009: David Mould and Stephanie Hysmith calling with our favorite Boys of the Hock. Held in the Baker University Center (directions).
May 23rd & 24th, 2009: Mayapple Stomp! Special dance in Logan, OH in conjunction with the Columbus, OH contra dancers. Get more information.
Winter 2009 "Country Dance" Class
From January 5 to March 11 (except Jan. 19), Mondays and Wednesdays 7:10-8pm there will be a class featuring traditional social dances from North America, Europe and other cultures, including: American contras, circles and short line dances; English and Scottish country dances; Irish ceilidh; Israeli folk dances; and maybe others. The class is held on the Ohio University campus in room E216 Grover Center (#89 on the campus map). Community members are invited to join us to learn, to teach, or both. No partner required.
Spring 2009 "Country Dance" Class
From March 30 to June 3 (except May 25), Mondays and Wednesdays 7:10-8pm there will be a class featuring traditional social dances from North America, Europe and other cultures, including: American contras, circles and short line dances; English and Scottish country dances; Irish ceilidh; Israeli folk dances; and maybe others. The class is held on the Ohio University campus in room E216 Grover Center (#89 on the campus map). Community members are invited to join us to learn, to teach, or both. No partner required.
- For previous dances, see our archives.
