Latin American & Ballroom Dance Clubs
in Gwent
Dance clubs in or near Newport, Chepstow, Monmouth, Ebbw Vale, Abergavenny and Pontypool
| Carreg Las |
Long ago the performers used a disguise to fool clergy and gentry as the dancers collected monies from the public in times of need.
The painted faces, rag jackets and rough sticks are peculiar to the Border Morris tradition. We practice Wednesday evenings and new members are always welcome.
Type of Dance Available:
Morris Dance
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| Gwerinwyr Gwent |
Folk of Gwent is the literal translation of the name of our club.
Formed in 1976 by 8 people interested in reviving the tradition of Welsh folk dancing, our costumes are made from traditional Welsh flannel in a variety of colours and patterns.
Type of Dance Available:
Welsh Folk Dancing
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| Isca Morrismen / Dynion Morus Isca |
Formed in 1976, the Isca Morrismen are traditional Morris Dancers from South Wales.
Our dancing season usually begins on 1 May through to approximately mid September and we welcome local dancers and musicians.
Sefydlwyd Dynion Morus Isca ym 1976, ac rydym ni’n cymryd ein henw o gaer Rufeinig yr ail leng Augustus a safodd unwaith ar safle’r hen dref Caerllion- ar-Wysg yn yr cynsir Gwent yn Ne-dwyrain Cymru, T.U.
Y mae ein tymor dawnsio’n estyn yn arferol o Galan Mai (pan ddawnsiwn am y Wawr yn yr amffitheatr Rhufeinig yng Nghaerllion) tan ganol mis Medi.
Type of Dance Available:
Morris Dancing
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