Membership and Classes
On this page: - Class Information - Essentials Workshops (for beginner and returning dancers) - General Class - Intermediate Class - Membership Info
Class Structure
We meet on Wednesday evenings at Harrow United Church, 955 Mulvey Ave.. We learn traditional and historic dances, old and new, and get a chance to practice them. Each year we have two terms–fall and winter. There’s a big celebratory dance with live music at the end of each one, and a smaller one part-way through.
– No dance experience is necessary.
– Bring a friend, or just yourself.
– Wear comfortable, flat-soled shoes.
– A moderate level of fitness is required. (Can you run up a flight or two of stairs without difficulty, hop on one foot 5 times, switch feet and 5 hops on that foot?)
We have two levelled classes on Wednesday night – Intermediate and General.
Intermediate 7:15 – 8:15 pm
General 8:15 – 9:30 pm
Essential Figures Workshops in the early Fall and as needed 7:45-8:15
Essentials Workshops for New and Returning Dancers, 7:45 to 8:15 pm (in the early Fall)
At the beginning of each session, there will be four or five half hour sessions from 7:45 to 8:15 before the general class to help get new and returning dancers familiar with the dance figures. We highly recommend that all newer dancers take advantage of these workshops as they greatly increase satisfaction and enjoyment. The next beginner workshops will begin October 2nd, 2025.
General Classes for All Dancers, 8:15-9:30 pm
The General Class (8:15 – 9:30) will be for all who are capable of dancing level 1 and some level 2 dances. A moderate level of physical fitness and the ability to follow instructions are necessary. Basically, this class will give dancers the opportunity to concentrate on basic figures and focus on dances that suit the purpose of the class. That purpose is to provide a sound foundation for all dancers, as well as an opportunity to enjoy meeting and dancing as a group.
Doors open at 8:00. Dancing starts promptly at 8:15.
All newcomers are expected to join the General class. Anyone who is interested in participating in the Intermediate class is expected to meet these criteria.
Intermediate Classes for Level 2+ Dancers
The Intermediate Class (7:15 – 8:15) is for members who are capable of dancing level 2 – level 3 dances. Individuals need to be able to sustain a moderate level of physical activity, to follow and retain instructions and to respond quickly to cues. This class will give dancers the opportunity to work on the finer details of basic figures, learn new and more complex figures and work on and enjoy dancing more challenging dances.
Doors open at 7:00. Dancing starts promptly at 7:15.
We encourage dancers in the intermediate class to stay for the general class, both to continue expanding their skills and to mentor newer dancers.
Dancers in the Intermediate class are welcome and encouraged to stay for the General class.
There is no cost difference if you come for one or both classes.
Membership and Fees
We appreciate all dancers and encourage new members to join whatever their age or dancing skill. This is a skill-based activity and a moderate level of fitness is required. Verbal directions are given for each dance and so being able to hear well is important.
Membership costs $35 per year, and is renewed annually. Each member is eligible for reduced drop-in and special event fees, to vote in the Annual General Meeting, and to be elected to the Executive Committee.
Membership is necessary if you pay for a term or year’s worth of classes. All annual membership fees are to be paid up at the beginning of the fall term.
Annual Membership: $35 ($17.50 if you register during the Winter Term)
Registration Fees:
- Fall Term – Intermediate/General Class: $70
- Winter Term Intermediate/General Class : $70
- Advanced Class Fall and Winter Term: $70
Drop-in rate for members: $8
Drop-in rate for non-members: $10
Contact us for more information about registration
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