Jigsational!
The 2016 Jigs Instructional is now fully subscribed, but interested parties may add their names to the reserve list by using the online application form. If a late cancellation occurs, the J.I. Bagman will contact you direct. N.B. Please do NOT send any money until so requested. |
"I yearn to be a Jig dancer"
Then the Morris Ring Jigs Instructional is for you!
"Jigs? No thanks, but it's true my Morris is in need of a thorough overhaul"
Consider it done – and we'll throw in an M.O.T. at no extra charge.
"Too scary for me! I'm completely new to all this Morris stuff"
Let us help you develop the technique, style and confidence to enhance all your dance performances. Minimal pain, maximum wonderfulness. Really!
"I hear the last Jigs Instructional sold out"
Yes. Best get a wriggle on, hadn't you?
The Morris Ring invites member sides to send delegates to its annual Jigs Instructional; the event is led by the renowned Geoff Jerram and offers Morris men at ALL levels of competence a full weekend of high-quality dance coaching – even those who have no ambition to perform jigs in public.
Using the solo dance as a vehicle for instruction, this event will give you a good basic grounding in the art and science of Cotswold Morris in general and the Morris Jig in particular. There will be opportunities for detailed instruction in specific traditions (Bampton, Bledington, Fieldtown and Sherborne) and selected jigs in other styles.
There are parallel streams: one for the relative novice and the other for the experienced dancer, plus sessions for BEGINNERS covering the basics of the Cotswold dance. It all happens in Sutton Bonington, just off the A6 between Loughborough and Derby. The Jigs Instructional is great value at only £47 per man and offers
- COSY indoor camping (including showers)
- REALLY GOOD food from Friday supper to Sunday lunch
- DELICIOUS beer for the Feast
- EXPERT and PATIENT instruction
- the MOST CONVIVIAL company
- and a PUB that restores your faith in humanity and the licensed trade.
SPECIAL OFFER to Morris Ring member clubs: first time delegates receive a £10 discount; second timers get £5 off! The Morris Ring Treasurer will reimburse your club after the event if you qualify.
Buttonhole your bagman or contact Tony Foard, who will be pleased to answer any questions you may have: jigsinstructional [at] themorrisring.org ().
You can register by completing the online application form - the application details are emailed to Tony Foard, with a copy to you. Payment is made separately, either by an electronic bank payment or by cheque.
Remember - we welcome dancers at all levels, from beginners to advanced.
