Throughout the year I run a monthly series of dance workshops at Pennant Hills. The style of dance varies between Contras, dances that I've written, and English Country dances. Although generally fairly easy, some of my dances are quite complex and are better suited to more experienced dancers.
The workshops are held on Sunday afternoons between 2:15 and 5:15pm in the Main Hall at the Pennant Hills Community Centre, 70 Yarrara Rd, Pennant Hills, NSW, usually on the third Sunday of the month. A $10 donation is suggested to help cover costs. There is water, tea, and coffee available to drink. Afterwards we usually go across to the Hotel Pennant Hills for dinner together.
Please note that this activity may expose you to risk that could lead to injury. You must listen to the instructions and precautions given and participate within your capabilities having checked the degree of difficulty of the dances prior to participating. Advise the caller of any physical or other limitations that might affect your participation. By joining in the dancing you waive your rights to sue the caller and other participants.
Code of conduct:
For more information see the full code of conduct, including community standards and some dance etiquette.
Under the auspices of Dance Kaleidoscope.
The schedule for 2026 is:
| Date | Details |
|---|---|
| February 15 |
Contra - Ted Sanella Contra dances by Ted Sannella. |
| March 15 |
My dances A selection of dances I have written, in Contra, English, Australian, and Scottish styles. |
| April 19 |
Contra - Early Contras Classics, chestnuts, and other early Contra dances. |
| May 24 |
English Country Dances from the era of Jane Austen (or in that style). In this case we danced modern English dances by Gary Roodman. |
| June 21 |
Contra - Rerun A rerun of the best of the previous two Contra sessions. |
| July 19 |
Contra - Cary Ravitz Contra dances written by Cary Ravitz. |
| August 16 |
My dances A selection of dances I have written, in Australian, English, Contra, and other styles. |
| September 20 |
Contra - My Favourite Things The "My Favourite Things" collection of Contra dances. |
| October 25 |
English Country Dances from the era of Jane Austen. |
| November 15 |
Contra - Rerun A rerun of the best of the previous two Contra sessions. |
See the programs for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.