{"id":4,"date":"2016-06-07T10:17:54","date_gmt":"2016-06-07T10:17:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/seacoastcontra.com\/?page_id=4"},"modified":"2026-04-21T20:44:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T01:44:46","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/seacoastcontra.com\/","title":{"rendered":"~~ Welcome Dancers ~~"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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“Dance is the hidden language of the soul.” – Martha Graham<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Next Dance<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Friday, May 1st, 2026<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

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BAND: Springtide<\/mark><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Willy Clemetson \/\/ Elsie Gawler \/\/ Ethan Tischler<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CALLER: Will Mentor<\/h1>\n\n\n
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SOUND: Steve Bittenson<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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First Fridays<\/span> at Seacoast Contra!<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Newcomer lesson 7:30 PM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dancing 8:00 to 10:30 PM <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Newfields Town Hall, 65 Main St., Newfields, NH <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PARKING: Parking is in the Town Hall parking lot. If the lot is full, please park at Newfields Library at 76 Main Street. <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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PRICING<\/strong><\/em>:<\/em> Adults <\/em><\/strong>$12-20 SLIDING SCALE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students $<\/em><\/strong>10<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Families $<\/em><\/strong>20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Children Under 12 Free<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udcc6 Save the Date! \ud83d\udcc6 and \ud83d\udc5e Put on Your Dancing Shoes \ud83d\udc60 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First Fridays<\/span> are about to become your favorite day of the month! Join us on the first Friday of every month at the Newfields Town Hall for an evening of high-spirited fun. Be sure to arrive early for the newcomer lessons at 7:30 PM to brush up on your dance skills or learn the basics. Dancing starts at 8:00 PM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc83 Dance First, Pay Never!<\/strong> \ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f\u2728<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Want to swing, stomp, and smile without spending a dime? We’ve got you! If money\u2019s tight, don\u2019t worry, Seacoast Contra has a super fun<\/em> way to get you on the dance floor for free<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just volunteer for one of our awesome roles:
\ud83c\udf1f Greet dancers at the door with a big smile
\ud83c\udf1f Help set up the space or sweep us into a happy ending
\ud83c\udf1f Be a Dance Angel ~ welcome newbies and show them the ropes (and the reels!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your shift is done, the floor is yours! It\u2019s our way of saying thanks for helping keep the magic alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to contra without breaking the bank?<\/strong>
\ud83d\udc49 Sign up to volunteer here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Volunteer, make new friends, and dance your heart out\u2014all in one joyful night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Dance with Confidence at Seacoast Contra! \ud83c\udf1f<\/strong>
No dance experience necessary – all dances are taught. No partner? No worries!
Join Seacoast Contra and dive into the joy of dancing. Our friendly instructors will guide you through every step, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer. Plus, you don’t need to bring a partner as contra dancing involves dancing with different people throughout the night. Come as you are and get ready to have a blast on the dance floor. See you at Seacoast Contra!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc83\ud83d\udd7a Dance with confidence, make new friends, and create unforgettable memories at Seacoast Contra!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udea6 COVID-19 Safety at Seacoast Contra \ud83c\udf08
At Seacoast Contra, we prioritize the health and safety of our dancers and community. Our COVID-19 safety measures are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\ude37 Mask Policy: We respect personal choices when it comes to mask usage. Masks are optional at Seacoast Contra. Whether you choose to wear a mask or not, we ask that everyone in our community show kindness and respect towards one another’s decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


\ud83d\udc89 Vaccination: We encourage you to make your own informed decision about vaccination. We respect individual choices regarding vaccination and leave it up to you to decide what is best for your health.
By making masks optional and respecting personal vaccination choices, we aim to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all dancers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Please note that as the situation evolves, we will continue to monitor and adapt our policies accordingly. Your safety and well-being, along with the joy of dancing, remain our top priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Join us at Seacoast Contra, where we respect your choices and prioritize your dancing experience. Let’s dance together and create moments of pure joy and connection on the dance floor!
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\ud83d\udc83\ud83d\udd7a Dance your way, your choice – at Seacoast Contra!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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