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We are considering putting on Traditional French Dance Classes for beginners at the Ansell Community Centre in Hadleigh, IP7 5DL Experienced dancers are welcome to join the class, free of charge, to help the beginners! What kind of  dances? A mixture of traditional dances from Central France, some done in couples, like the Scottisch or the Bourree, some in sets like English country dancing and some dances form Brittany done in lines or circles. When are the classes? Over a period of four weeks for 1½ hours a week. The first hour of each evening will be learning new dances, the second part will be practising dances learnt.  Soon after the course ends, there will be a 'French Bal' where the dances you have learnt can be practised. How much does it cost? The total cost for four weeks and the Bal is £25, payable in advance.  We need a minimum of 8 people to get started. (Cheques payable to L. Lyons) The dances No partner is needed.  Flat shoes are advisable How much does it cost? The total cost for four classes and the Bal is £25, payable in advance.  We need a minimum of 8 people to get started. (Cheques payable to L. Lyons) Who is involved? The dances will be taught by two experienced dance teachers - Phil and Linda Lyons Live music will be provided by Bof! on hurdy gurdy, bagpipes, diatonic melodeon and guitar. Contact To express an interest in these classes or simply to find our more phone Simon Haines on 07818 417780 or Phil and Linda Lyons on 01206 868654 or email lindalicejones@hotmail.com Programme 8.30-10pm Wednesday 25th April   Dances from Central France: Bourree, Scottisch Wednesday 2nd May     Breton dances: Hanter Dro, An Dro, Ridee, Laridee Wednesday 9th May      Central France: Mazurka, Waltz, Bourree Tournant Wednesday 16th May    Breton dance: Rond St Vincent, Gavotte, Cas a Bar Wednesday 23rd May    8.30-10.30pm   French Bal This is open to other dancers, who have not attended the class: tickets £5
In Bury St Edmunds The evenings will follow a casual format - all musicians and dancer are welcome Beginners come along and learn some dances.  Experienced dancers and musicians come and share dances and tunes Third Tuesday of month at 8.15pm Feb 21st, March 20th April 17th, May 15th, June 19th, July 17th, September 18th, October 16th November 20th at The Constitutional Club 12 Guildhall Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1PR. Link to map of the Constitutional Club. There is  a licensed bar Information from: Jan  Taylor 01842 763626 / burybal@taylord-gardens.co.uk Steve Kellett  burybal@sprezzatura.com
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