Welcome to Ottawa English Country Dance Club in Canada's capital. We meet September through May weekly in Kanata and twice a month in Westboro.
Some of the dances we dance are traditional English Country dances, dating from the 17th & 18th centuries. OthersDances range from lively dances that would have been danced at English village celebrations years ago, the kind you might have seen at a Barn Dance, to the elegant dances enjoyed by upper classes such as those seen in Pride and Prejudice and other costume dramas.
Here are some great examples in video (click). As Nigel Kilby, late co-founder of the club, would often say "If you can walk, you can dance".
It is not necessary to bring a partner to any dance but do bring soft soled shoes. No dance experience is required although beginners should, if possible, start at one of our regular Dance Classes. Dress is usually casual although we do host the occasional dress-up events such as the Saturday Ball in our annual 'A Trip to Ottawa' dance weekend.
In consideration of dancers with allergies or sensitivities we request that you do not use perfumes and other strongly-scented products. For occasional pot-luck events avoid the use of nuts.
As the weather is uncertain please check back at 6:00 by when we will indicate whether tonight's dance is still on.
Special Event (more...)
with guest caller: David Smukler
and music by:Quite Carried Away
starts at 7:30pm on Mar 15th
at the Mlacak Centre
Charge: $10 at the Door
Dance of the Month | Young Damon's Flight |
Friday Favorites | Alice, & Sapphire Sea |
Friday Favorites (this season) | Alice, Come with Voices Singing, & Masquerade Royale |
Wednesday Favorites | Come with Voices Singing, Chocolate Round-O, & Noisette |
Recently new to us | This Old Man, & Birthday Jubilee |
Our 9th Trip to Ottawa dance weekend ended with a bang!! Photos and more video here...