Melbourne Balfolk social dancing and workshops

Come along to a queer-friendly Irish Set + Ceili Dancing class with Stevie (they/them).

This is a relaxed, friendly class teaching Irish set and 2-hand ceili dancing. Set and Ceili dances are sometimes danced in competition, but this class teaches the social “pub” style of dances done on every night of the week in Ireland (a.k.a. not River dance!). It’s perfect for beginners and open to everyone. No dance skills needed – expect some laughs, learning a few new dance moves and a chance to meet new people.

Hosted at Laneway Learning, CBD. Booking via their website.

Come along and learn a variety of popular folk dances from France, Bretagne and wider Europe, taught by Stevie (they/them).

Enjoy a liquorice all-sorts selection of dances done in pairs, big circles, snaking lines and sets. The balfolk tradition draws from a range of styles and music, building your capability to step into any dance hall with more confidence!

This is a fun and inclusive class teaching modern takes on traditional dances. In paired dances, we use positional terms that are gender free and encourage dancers to try both sides (lead and follow).

Warm and welcoming, no partner or experience necessary!

Join us on Thursday night for fun French and European dances that are genuinely easy to learn. We are a new dance community in Fairfield and welcome folk from all walks of life, all ages and skill levels. Expect cosy vibes, lively dancing, and maybe a sweet treat. Bring yourself, or drag along a friend or make some new ones!

📆 We meet every Thursday 7:30-9:30pm
📍The Coracle, Fairfield Uniting Church (please enter via the garden gate on Duncan Street)
🎉 Fun, youthful & friendly atmosphere
🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ All genders welcome! No partner necessary, gender neutral instructions.

ENTRY: $15 // CONC: $10 // TEEN: $5

Community ticket: Every week we have 5 free/PAYF community tickets available - use these as needed!

Buy online, or Cash on the door :) the fees we charge help us pay for the hall hire each week, musicians and hosting special events.

😷 Feeling sniffly?
If you're currently unwell, we ask that you hold off from attending. Some of our balfolk dances are contact dances, so we'll holding hands or dancing face-to-face. Tickets can be transferred onto any future dance class <3