PLEASE NOTE:
To assist in containing the spread of the Corona virus (Covid-19) across the State the Australian Traditional & Bush Dance Society of SA decided that its regular classes and dances at Prospect and Mitcham and occasional dances elsewhere would be suspended. As from 11 August 2020 we have resumed Tuesday night classes and some other dances progressively. The State’s social distancing and hygiene requirements will be observed. See the ATBDS Diary Dates on this website.
Welcome to the Australian Traditional & Bush Dance Society of South Australia Inc website. Take a look around and feel free to contact us with any questions you might have.
Here is a little bit of information about who we are.
We are a group of people who enjoy dancing for many reasons. It is a good way to keep fit and to meet with like-minded people. Dancing is also now, through the various moves and patterns of dance, widely recognized to be a great way to exercise the brain as well!
Our classes are open to people of all ages who are willing to give it a go! Come with a friend or on your own – you will find a warm welcome at the door – and the first night is free!
All dances are walked through by competent callers and the programme includes English Country, Australian Bush, Irish, Scottish Country, American Contra and more.
For comfort and safety, soft flat-soled shoes are recommended.
Other activities during the year are an annual ball and other dances with invited bands. Games afternoons, mainly cards and board games starting with a shared meal, are popular with members. A camp is held at a different place each year around October with the wind-up event being a pre-Christmas picnic.
Membership is AUD$5.00 per year and Tuesday night classes $5.00 per attendance.
