The Red Dance

This dance is suitable for experienced dancers only. You need to be an independent dancer with the ability to dance an unfamiliar dance.

This dance may occasionally be walked once or twice as needed.

  • The Chequered Court J

    1-8
    1C cross RH, cast 1 place (2C step up), 1s ½ Figs of 8 (Man up, Lady down) and end facing 1st corners

    9-16
    1C pass & turn with 1st corners, 1C twirl round in centre to face 4th corners, 1C pass & turn with 4th corners, twirl BtoB facing own sides

    17-24
    1C dance 6 bars of Double Triangles and end with Petronella turn to 1L between 2C facing 2L and 1M between 3C facing 3M

    25-32
    1C dance RSh reel of 3 across (6 bars) and 1C cross RH to own sides