Values and Guidelines

Statement of Values


The Madison Contra Dance Co-op welcomes people of all ages, genders, sexual identities, races, ethnicities, religious affiliations, abilities, and financial means to join us in carrying on the tradition of contra dancing to live music in Madison. We strive to cultivate a lively community where every dancer can find joy, respect, and safety. As such, we encourage dancers to practice good communication, be mindful of their contact with their fellow dancers, and dance with whoever is coming at them in a way that increases the joy of all involved. We are all here to have a fun time and create positive energy together, and we welcome all to join us in sustaining this wonderful dancing tradition!

Dance Guidelines


We rely on everyone attending our dances to help contribute to a community where every dancer can find joy, respect, and safety. Please take a minute to look over the following guidelines. If your experience falls short in some way or if you have an idea of something we could be doing better, please talk to an organizer, or email madisoncontradance@gmail.com.


Our Community


Gender-Free Dancing


Safety


Consent


Helping New Dancers


Hygiene


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