Contra dance is a New England folk social dance of mixed English and American tradition that has earned a reputation for being fun, diverse, inclusive and open to all. Dances are done in long lines and the steps are simple figures that a Caller combines together to create a longer pattern that is repeated until the music ends.

Admission is free of charge, but we ask you to kindly donate to the band for their hard work!

We end all sets with a slow waltz - you may dance alone or as a couple or with a group - as you like!

Temporary location: Heilandskirche, Kaiser-Josef-Platz 9, 8010 Graz (Enter courtyard via gate on Kaiser-Josef-Platz and go in first door on left). We are working on a new permanent location.

First Fridays of the month (with a few exceptions):

Caller: Brian Roberts

Band:

Guest Callers and/or Bands will be announced separately

A typical contra dance in Worcester, Massachusetts
English Language Wikipedia - CONTRA DANCE
German Language Wikipedia - CONTRA DANCE
Contra Dance Steps

JUST FYI - you won't need to know these - we tell you every dance what to do! :)

A Brief History of Contra Dancing

• Denmark: Gentofte, Gladsaxe
• Germany: Aachen, Karlsruhe, Leipzig area, Munich, Stuttgart
• Switzerland: Zurich area, Geneva
• France: Paris
• Lists of events: Folkdance.page