Winterborne Whitechurch Village Hall

Jean and Mike joined a beginner’s Line Dance class in Blandford a few months before the first Covid lockdown. I got a list of some of the dances from Caroline, our teacher.

During lockdown we re-arranged the lounge so we could do line dancing, most played using YouTube. After lockdown the beginner’s class didn’t re-start but we were allowed to join the improver’s class. It was hard work but fun.

Later we were sent texts, like many others, from Milton Abbas Surgery asking if we could run events that would help people get out and about.

We thought that even though we had limited experience if we were to teach absolute beginners, we would know a little more than them so started the classes at Winterborne Whitechurch Village Hall.

It took quite a few months before it got going but has been running quite well, hall rental is paid for by the NHS and entry is free but we ask for donations to help cover the cost, but no more than £5 each. Our dancers have settled on £2 each as it’s good value and typically covers the costs so that works out well. All the money gets sent to Milton Abass Surgery.

We later started teaching Beginner’s Line dancing in Blandford for £5 per session.

We do Tuesday evenings, 7:30 until 8:30 at the Knees-Up Hall which is behind the Original Factory Store in East Street.

Also Wednesday evenings, from 7:30 until 8:30 at the Upstairs Room, above the reception, at The Blandford School. Best for drivers to use the entrance near the Milldown track, Milldown Rd, and follow for reception.

Leather soled flat shoes are the best, but casual trainers with composite soles are OK. Avoid serious trainers & high heels as they won’t let you spin/turn easily.

Search for “Blandford Linedance” to get links to our Facebook page and also a 1990’s style summary and list of dances we do with YouTube links.

Just so you know, the other profits go to All Saints Church in Langton Long.