Irish Set Dance Pop Up Class

Irish Set Dancing is a folk-dance style from the 1800s. The "set" consists of four couples, resembling square dancing. The dances are typically composed of 4 to 6 figures, which have distinct movements danced to traditional Irish music. Set dancing is a lively, energetic form of dance with a rigorous, aerobic quality. It’s a community-oriented dance where couples swing, chain, house, hold hands, form arches, and have a lot of fun! Sue Dunlavey of Seacoast Set Dancers will be instructing & calling the dances. www.SeacoastSetDancers.org Event is a collaboration between Casco Bay Set Dancers of Maine and Seacoast Set Dancers of New Hampshire. Wear comfortable shoes & bringing a water bottle.