I would like to make note that this video represents the transition of the original square dancing (before amplification) to the now modern Square Dancing. As a result of no modern technology, calls were more prompted, and involved 16, 32 and 64 beat routines simply because the prompter (now caller) had to yell at the …
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Types of Dance Explained!
Types of Dance Explained! by Dave Brown When you attend a Modern Square Dance, there are three types of dancing that is possibly offered depending on the club format. Please note that the Term “Square Dance” is often used, even when Round and Line dancing is offered. “Square Dancing” is often the main dance attraction …
The “Allemande Left” Reward
The “Allemande Left” Reward By Dave Brown As humans beings, we take great satisfaction in ﾓReaping the Rewardﾔ. Rewards are not necessarily monetary as rewards come in many forms. As an example, a child having done a good job tying his/her shoe, gets a hug as a reward for a job well done. Many people …
Touch, Experience It!
Touch, Experience It! By Dave Brown I am always fascinated by people when I ask for them to try Square Dancing. Different reactions can be expected, but rarely, when given a date and time, do I hear, ﾓI’ll be there for class!ﾔ It really seems to be a difficult process to bring new people into …
NEW DANCER’S HANDBOOK for Square Dancing – Text Format
NEW DANCER’S HANDBOOK Callers Association of Modesto Area Click Here to View Original Book from CAMA PRESENTED BY CALLER ASSOCIATION MODESTO AREA TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME CODE OF ETHICS SPIRIT OF SQUARE\ROUND DANCING TEN COMMANDMENTS GROUND RULES GUIDELINES FOR NEW GRADUATES DO’s and DON”TS NEW DANCER HOEDOWNS DEFINITIONS Top of Page WELCOME TO THE WORLD …
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Bringing Young People into the Square Dance Activity…
Teens in our Square Dance activity. Over the years, as a Kiwanis member and adviser to young people, I have noticed several points, that maybe we could use to attract young adults into Square Dancing, which is often thought of as an “old people activity”. Lets explore some ideas as to why. I think it’s …
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My Happy Place!
By Dave Brown My past two articles concentrated on bringing in new dancers. This month, however, I would like to share how I personally became involved in this great activity, hopefully giving you additional ideas when you are inclined to ask someone to join us. First, I would like to explain the word “Feel”. This …
What Is Your Elevator Pitch?
What Is Your Elevator Pitch? By Dave Brown You are in an elevator, and you have 30 seconds to recruit someone for Square Dancing. What would you say that would convince that someone to join you in your favorite activity? We call that an Elevator Pitch. To be effective on the fly, one needs to …