About Contra Dance...

• Contra dance has its roots in the music and dancing of the British Isles. It came to the New World with the earliest settlers. That heritage has been handed down to our time from one dancer to another, dancers who are ordinary folks, probably a lot like you.
• Because each dance is taught, no previous experience is necessary. Before each dance the caller explains the figures while walking the dancers through them. Contra dancing is similar to square dancing. It is performed by couples facing in two opposite lines.
• Contra dancers customarily change partners after each dance and it is not necessary to come with a partner. Contra dancing is a great way to meet fun, friendly people. It’s easy to learn and fun to do. All ages are welcome! Please join us!

Contra Dancing is...

• A FUN form of exercise.
• A safe way to meet other people of diverse backgrounds, occupations, ages, genders, marital statuses, et cetera .
• A cheap hobby.
• A sport where everyone wins.

Other definitions are...

• Many of us have trouble describing it, so try it for yourself and maybe you can have as much fun as the rest of us and add to the Wikipedia article which describes it.