Miriam Newman explains the movement towards asking people about their pronouns.
From the CDSS News
Miriam Newman explains the movement towards asking people about their pronouns.
From the CDSS News
5 Things…Inside the Dancing Mind of…
A one-hour chat with Q&A from movers and shakers in the English Country Dance community from across the country about the 5 things that they feel are important to our passion for ECD and why.
From the Historical Tea and Dance Society.
Contra Syncretist Flourish Videos
A video archive of over 100 video showing how to do various contra dance flourishes.
From Contra Syncretist
Introducing a Beginner to Contra Dancing
An article published in the CDS Boston Center newsletter discussing the fine art of teaching a beginners session at a contra dance.
From Chris Weiler
Tips on Being a Better Contra Dancer
A number of tips exploring a wide range of aspects in how to become a better contra dancer.
From Cary Ravitz
This website contains an extensive list of topics for dancers of various levels. This includes everything from awareness and consideration as a dancer to how to enjoy dancing more. Useful both for teachers of dance and dancers.
From Colin Hume
10 Tips for Contra Dancing With Kids
Miriam reflects on how dancers can be more supportive of children and youth within the contra dance context. Some helpful considerations for dancing with children. While the context of the article is contra dancing, the ideas also apply to many other forms of dance.
From Miriam Axel-Lute
Technique for Swinging, Connection and Allemandes
John Sweeney provides some excellent descriptions and images of techniques for swinging, connection, and allemandes. There is a focus on how to improve dancing skills and prevent injuries.
From John Sweeney
Running Behind: Rush to Catch Up Or Not?
An article from Laura Brodian Freas Beraha on what to do when you are behind in the dance/music.
From the CDSS News
Tips on Becoming a Better Intermediate-Level Dancer
An article by Laura Brodian Freas Beraha with 10 excellent tips on how to grow as an intermediate English country dancer.
From the CDSS News