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Contra Dance Saturday, March 21 at St. James Community Square, 3214 West 10th Ave. Vancouver BC.
NEW** Extended introductory dance session before the dance, 7:00-7:30.
Get Ready to Soar!
Whether you're a contra dance newbie whose feet haven't left the ground yet, or a seasoned dancer with well-worn soles who's practically airborne already, Ground Effect promises to lift you off your feet.
Stop walking... start gliding! Mark your calendars, grab your dance shoes, and come feel the buzz!
Band: Ground Effect with Prairie Wolfe. Claire McCague & friend(s)
-n flight, a ground effect is the added lift an airplane receives when it flies close to the ground. Ground Effect is a Vancouver-area trio shaking up the local contra dance scene with driving rhythms, eclectic tunes, and irresistible energy. Their music is rooted in tradition, drawing from Irish, Scottish, French Canadian, and New England influences, with room to spare for playful improvisation and memorable originals.
Since debuting in 2022, Ground Effect has become a fixture at Vancouver Country Dance Society events, performed at the Mission Folk Music Festival and the MacLean Park Music Series, and played for private dances. Whether you're new to contradance or have well-worn soles on your dance shoes, this energetic ensemble promises to lift you off your feet.
Caller: Heather Webster is known for her concise calling and attention to detail that keeps anyone and everyone dancing all night. Coming from a background in English Country Dance, she initially called dances in Vancouver but has now branched out to call dances in Seattle, Victoria and Cortes Island.
Contradance 7:30-10:30
Beginner's Orientation 7:00
5:30-7:00 free contra tunes jam session
Regular admission $20
First-time dancers, students with ID, or after-the-break $15 children free
CASH only at the door
Dances taught on the spot, newcomers always welcome, no partner needed.
Soft-soled shoes, light clothing, and water bottles recommended. Please come fragrance-free.
Musicians welcomed for a free pre-dance contradance tunes jam 5:30-7:00pm! Relaxed tempos, tunes from the Portland Collection books plus other dance favourites.
For jam info, contact Konstantin at
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Join us on Saturday, March 21st for a night of high-flying contra dance action!
Remaining spring 2026 dance dates: April 18, May 1, May 16, *June 20 (*Elgin Hall)
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