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, 2009Mayapple 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.

photo above: board members and friends of SEOTDS meet on the shore of Lake Logan during the annual Mayapple Stomp.  (Please note that no Mayapples have been harmed in the15 years we have co-hosted this mini all-volunteer dance weekend! )

Need more info?  Call Adriane Mohlenkamp at  740-590-4102 or email athenscontra (at) gmail (dot) com.