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We no longer require proof of COVID vaccination to attend a contra dance, and masks are optional at the discretion of  individual participants.

Band: The Electrodes

Joe Bowbeer coaxes brass, woodwind and techno from his 5-string electric fiddle. Joe Micheals plays rock-solid rhythm guitar. Marcy Kubbs fills the middle with rich rhythmic chords on the piano.

Caller: Isaac Banner

A long-time contra dancer and Seattle transplant, Isaac has worked for several years to become known in the Pacific Northwest for his particular blend of humor and dance instruction. With contagious excitement, a warm cadence, and a cheerful personality, Isaac strives to bring moments of magic into the lives of newcomers and veteran dancers alike. Contra has always held a special place in his heart and tries to share that love with every dance he visits.

• Admission: $12-$20 non-members; $10-$20 for EFS members; $8 students
• Beginners lesson starts at 7:00pm (experienced dancers welcome). Each dance is taught.
• Dance starts at 7:30pm. No partner necessary (it’s traditional to dance each dance with a different partner)
• Calling will use gender-neutral terminology
• Find out more about attending at the Eugene Contra page.
• Potluck:  Potlucks are not being planned at this time..
• Dance held at Edison Elementary School

Two Rivers Morris

No one knows exactly when Morris dancing began, but what we do know for sure it began long ago in rural England and today it it happens in Lane County and all over the globe.

Two Rivers dances border-style English Morris, wearing a traditional kit of bells, tatters, hats and sticks.

We usually practice Mondays from 6:15-8:15 at the Garden Club at 1645 High St., Eugene, and we welcome new dancers who would like to try out Morris dancing. Practice is done in street clothes while we wear our kit when performing.

Parking is available in the lot directly across the street. (do not park in the lot of the next-door business). We enter at the door just to the left of the large front door. After practice you may find some of us at a local pub enjoying a pint of good ale.

We invite you to come try Morris dancing and perhaps join us!

Interested or have questions? Contact us at [email protected] 

Scottish Country Dancing – Wednesday Practice – Please contact [email protected] for more information

The Eugene Scottish Country Dance group holds weekly classes from 7:00 to 9:00 on Wednesday evenings. If you would like to come and try Scottish Country dancing, please contact us for more information, class location, and our current COVID policy.

• Beginners are welcome
• No partner necessary
• Dress:  Comfortable clothes, soft-soled shoes (to prevent leaving marks on the hard-wood floor)

Cost:     First night is free

Individual Rates:  $6/night OR $20/month

Family Rates:  $10/night OR $30/month (2 or more people from the same household)

Two Rivers Morris

No one knows exactly when Morris dancing began, but what we do know for sure it began long ago in rural England and today it it happens in Lane County and all over the globe.

Two Rivers dances border-style English Morris, wearing a traditional kit of bells, tatters, hats and sticks.

We usually practice Mondays from 6:15-8:15 at the Garden Club at 1645 High St., Eugene, and we welcome new dancers who would like to try out Morris dancing. Practice is done in street clothes while we wear our kit when performing.

Parking is available in the lot directly across the street. (do not park in the lot of the next-door business). We enter at the door just to the left of the large front door. After practice you may find some of us at a local pub enjoying a pint of good ale.

We invite you to come try Morris dancing and perhaps join us!

Interested or have questions? Contact us at [email protected] 

We no longer require proof of COVID vaccination to attend a contra dance, and masks are optional at the discretion of  individual participants.

Band: The Hat band

Featuring Jon Neff on guitar, Syd Newell on fiddle, and Meg Tapley on flute, The Hat Band plays for contradances throughout Portland and the Pacific Northwest. Dancers love their diversity (traditional, rags, blues, swing, klezmer), their three-part harmonies, and their unique chemistry. Jon, Syd, and Meg also play in The Portland Megaband and various other local bands.

Caller: Brooke Friendly

Brooke Friendly has been folk and country dancing for more than 40 years and has taught since 1982. She teaches an ongoing English dance class for the Southern Oregon University (SOU) Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. With her husband, Chris Sackett, she co-leads a weekly community dance in Ashland which includes both English and Scottish country dance. For a number of years, she taught an academic credit class on English and Scottish country dance at SOU.

• • Admission: $12-$20 non-members; $10-$20 for EFS members; $8 students
  • Beginners lesson starts at 7:00pm (experienced dancers welcome). Each dance is taught.
  • Dance starts at 7:30pm. No partner necessary (it’s traditional to dance each dance with a different partner)
  • Calling will use gender-neutral terminology
  • Find out more about attending at the Eugene Contra page.
  • Potluck:  Potlucks are not being planned at this time..
  • Dance held at Edison Elementary School

Two Rivers Morris

No one knows exactly when Morris dancing began, but what we do know for sure it began long ago in rural England and today it it happens in Lane County and all over the globe.

Two Rivers dances border-style English Morris, wearing a traditional kit of bells, tatters, hats and sticks.

We usually practice Mondays from 6:15-8:15 at the Garden Club at 1645 High St., Eugene, and we welcome new dancers who would like to try out Morris dancing. Practice is done in street clothes while we wear our kit when performing.

Parking is available in the lot directly across the street. (do not park in the lot of the next-door business). We enter at the door just to the left of the large front door. After practice you may find some of us at a local pub enjoying a pint of good ale.

We invite you to come try Morris dancing and perhaps join us!

Interested or have questions? Contact us at [email protected] 

Scottish Country Dancing – Wednesday Practice – Please contact [email protected] for more information

The Eugene Scottish Country Dance group holds weekly classes from 7:00 to 9:00 on Wednesday evenings. If you would like to come and try Scottish Country dancing, please contact us for more information, class location, and our current COVID policy.

• Beginners are welcome
• No partner necessary
• Dress:  Comfortable clothes, soft-soled shoes (to prevent leaving marks on the hard-wood floor)

Cost:     First night is free

Individual Rates:  $6/night OR $20/month

Family Rates:  $10/night OR $30/month (2 or more people from the same household)