English Country Dance -- Introduction for New Dancers!
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Heritage House Arts and Civic Center 1428 Jenkins Road, City of Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
English Country Dance (ECD) is a beautiful, historical social dance that was popular from around 1650 through 1800. Movies based on Jane Austen novels such as "Pride & Prejudice" or "Emma," feature scenes with English Country dancing at balls and parties.
New and Experienced dancers are invited to learn about English Country Dance at this introductory class on Tuesday, October 24th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., at Heritage House, 1428 Jenkins Rd (off E. Brainerd Road) in Chattanooga. Admission is Free.
The class starts with ECD basics teaching moves including: set and turn single, two hand turn, star right and left, back to back, changes of rights and lefts. The program includes dances from the historical and modern English Country Dance repertoire. Dances are taught and walked through with prompting and attention to detail and style.
Everyone is welcome! No partner or previous experience is necessary. Nearly everyone is a beginner so no one will feel out of place!
Please bring a separate pair of soft-soled shoes for dancing (sneakers or flats).
English Country Dance is wonderful exercise as well as a fun social experience. Join us!