Contra

Contra dance is a folk dance made up of long lines of couples. It has mixed origins from English country dance, Scottish country dance, and French dance styles in the 17th century.

The Folklore Society of Greater Washington presents contra dancing every Sunday evening at the Spanish Ballroom, built in 1933, at Glen Echo Park, Maryland. ...

There's a contra dance in Ann Arbor almost every Saturday night, most of which are AACTMAD events. Some are put on by other organizations. All are fun. Most dances begin at 7:30.

Beginners are welcome: Often there is an introductory session 30 minutes before the dance, so first-timers come early. Come alone or bring a friend. Anyone can ask anyone else to dance; experienced dancers are happy to help new people. It's a common practice to change partners after each dance sequence, and it works well while you're learning the basics; after that, it's up to you. Wear cool, comfortable clothes and flat shoes that aren't sticky.

B2 - AACTMAD presents a Techno Contra Dance. Caller - Emily Abel. Music by Dr. Shadow. On fiddle - Ben Smith. We are in Concourse Hall, Ann Arbor.

1st Saturday Dance
Where: Pittsfield Union Grange
3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
When: 7:30-10pm; Beginner lesson at 7pm
Cost: Pay what you can; Suggested donation of $10

2nd Saturday Dance
Where: Concourse Hall
4531 Concourse Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48108
When: 7:30-10:30pm; Beginner lesson at 7pm
Cost: Pay what you can; Suggested donation of $10