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Our approach
Morris – vigorous traditional group dances from many
parts of England
Morris dances are performed with energy and precision in
teams of five to eight dancers. There are several styles to choose from:
Cotswold Morris.
Teams of six, wearing bells on the legs, wielding
handkerchiefs or sticks. Varied steps and figures
Border Morris. Teams of six
or eight, wearing jackets decorated with strips of cloth. Simple stepping,
emphasis on figures and stick-clashing
North-West Morris. Teams of eight. Simple
‘stamping’ steps. Dances are designed to be done as a procession
Sword dances. Rings of five or eight dancers,
joined together by holding 'swords’ (not sharp!), under and over which they
twist
All the dances are enjoyable and satisfying to learn,
developing spatial awareness and teamwork. All lend themselves to invention
– create your own new Morris dance!
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