Workshop Topics

  • Complex contras and/or no walkthrough contras
  • Transitions into Swings
  • Newer contra dances
  • Contras of a particular choreographer, like Rick Mohr, Bob Isaacs, or Cary Ravitz
  • Three-swing contras
  • Dutch Crossing
  • Dance role swapping, or gender-free contras
  • Contra embellishments (style and twirls)
  • Schottische quadrille (I teach the basic footwork first, then a vintage quadrille – like a square dance, but done with schottische step).  
  • Rotary waltz and variations
  • Cross-step waltz and variations
  • Hambo
  • Redowa
  • Callers’ workshop of any level (general or a specific topic, like teaching tricks or working with a band)