Group details
Chester Caledonian Scottish Country Dance Society
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Group profile
Chester Caledonian Scottish Country Dance Society (sometimes fondly known as Chester Cally) was founded in 1957. Originally connected to the Chester Caledonian Association as their “Reel Club”, the Society has flourished independently now for many years.
Like most clubs our member numbers have fluctuated over time and, while we are fewer than in previous years, we continue to thrive with a healthy mix of new members and the continued support of some long standing, knowledgeable and experienced dancers.
The society meets at Caldy Valley Church, Chester on a Wednesday evening between September and May from 7.30pm to 9.45pm in the evening. We have had some talented teachers over the years and that continues now.
We have a small Committee to whom the club owes a debt of gratitude for the role they play in managing our resources and organising not only club nights but two wonderful dances during the year – at Christmas and during the summer break.
Wednesday evening sessions are in two parts:
From 7:30pm to around 8.30pm the session is led by Christine and we learn and practice basic steps and new (to us) dances. The dances in this part of the evening may have a full 'walk-through' so it's very good for beginners and improvers - and the more experienced will help the less experienced. This is followed by a short comfort break and any announcements (of dances, etc).
Please note, no refreshments are provided, and you are advised to bring water with you together with a good sense of humour!
From 8.40pm we have an hour of social dancing; dances are recapped and walked through only as needed. This part of the evening is a bit more challenging, and not all dances may be suitable for beginners.
We are now grading dances throughout the evening according to difficulty.
New members and visitors are always welcome.
We will also hold our special dances as listed below:
Our Christmas/President's dance will be held on Saturday 14 December 2024 at Guilden Sutton Village Hall CH3 7HE, commencing 7.15pm. Ticket price £15. Live music by Ian Slater. Supper included.
Our summer dance will be held on Saturday 14th June 2025 at Guilden Sutton Village Hall CH3 7HE, commencing 7.15pm. Ticket price £12. Live music by Ian Slater. Light supper included.
Address: Caldy Valley Centre, Caldy Valley Road, Chester, CH3 5PR
Schedule: Wednesday 19.30 - 21.45hrs
AUTUMN 2024: First Session: 11th September 2024 Last Session: 11th December 2024 SPRING 2025: First Session: 8th January 2025 Last Session: 14th May 2025
Offers: Demonstration team. Intermediate classes. Dancing evening/live event.
Like most clubs our member numbers have fluctuated over time and, while we are fewer than in previous years, we continue to thrive with a healthy mix of new members and the continued support of some long standing, knowledgeable and experienced dancers.
The society meets at Caldy Valley Church, Chester on a Wednesday evening between September and May from 7.30pm to 9.45pm in the evening. We have had some talented teachers over the years and that continues now.
We have a small Committee to whom the club owes a debt of gratitude for the role they play in managing our resources and organising not only club nights but two wonderful dances during the year – at Christmas and during the summer break.
Wednesday evening sessions are in two parts:
From 7:30pm to around 8.30pm the session is led by Christine and we learn and practice basic steps and new (to us) dances. The dances in this part of the evening may have a full 'walk-through' so it's very good for beginners and improvers - and the more experienced will help the less experienced. This is followed by a short comfort break and any announcements (of dances, etc).
Please note, no refreshments are provided, and you are advised to bring water with you together with a good sense of humour!
From 8.40pm we have an hour of social dancing; dances are recapped and walked through only as needed. This part of the evening is a bit more challenging, and not all dances may be suitable for beginners.
We are now grading dances throughout the evening according to difficulty.
New members and visitors are always welcome.
We will also hold our special dances as listed below:
Our Christmas/President's dance will be held on Saturday 14 December 2024 at Guilden Sutton Village Hall CH3 7HE, commencing 7.15pm. Ticket price £15. Live music by Ian Slater. Supper included.
Our summer dance will be held on Saturday 14th June 2025 at Guilden Sutton Village Hall CH3 7HE, commencing 7.15pm. Ticket price £12. Live music by Ian Slater. Light supper included.
Address: Caldy Valley Centre, Caldy Valley Road, Chester, CH3 5PR
Schedule: Wednesday 19.30 - 21.45hrs
AUTUMN 2024: First Session: 11th September 2024 Last Session: 11th December 2024 SPRING 2025: First Session: 8th January 2025 Last Session: 14th May 2025
Offers: Demonstration team. Intermediate classes. Dancing evening/live event.
