Dance Calling
Contra & Square Dancing for All Ages and Ability Levels

  • A penchant for hot modern contras with a few fun squares provides a sizzling evening for experienced dance groups.


  • Careful attention to dancers' pace and progress, the ability to think on her feet, and clear, efficient teaching of higher-level dances ensures fun for everyone in mixed-level groups.
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Hi-tech, low-tech -- whatever works! From the band, Anna's Bananas -- a gift from the Big Banana himself! (Bug Stomp 2004, photo by Bob Bennett).

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  • Clear, kind teaching, great positive energy, and a spirit of community-building create a fun, low-risk atmosphere for beginning dancers to get up and give it a try. Contra dancing is a great activity for wedding receptions, conferences, retreats, etc.


  • Kids' dances: An outdoor educator in her professional life, Diane has logged literally hundreds of hours working with kids and is skilled in large-group management. Contra dancing is a great activity for school, scout, and camp groups.


  • Workshops: An easy-going, friendly teaching style and remarkable skill in breaking down moves and explaining dance in different ways for different learning styles.


  • Flexible calling style matches well with either New-England / Celtic or Old-Time style bands, and their derivatives.




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