A GROUP of enthusiasts is offering the chance of two free evenings doing something completely different with guaranteed laughs.
Hurst Morris People (HuMP) are inviting everyone to have a go at their traditional English hobby at their taster sessions. On offer are:
Lots of fun.
Easy to learn dances, taught by friendly teachers.
Superb live music.
Exercise that beats the gym!
The sessions will be on Thursdays September 23 and 30 from 8-10pm, at Hurst Village Hall, School Road, Hurst RG10 0DR.
HuMP’s squire (leader), Karen Ricketts from Twyford, said: “Everyone is welcome for the fun evenings trying out dancing, you don’t need morris experience. We’re men and women of all ages and backgrounds.
“At our taster evenings we have a tea, coffee and home made cake break and lots of chat. Musicians are also welcome to the tasters to play.”
Helen of Wokingham thought she had two left feet until she tried HuMP’s taster sessions. She said: “Everyone was so welcoming, friendly and helpful.
“Before I knew it I was dancing to my first tune. It didn’t seem to matter if I wasn’t always facing the right way, help was on hand. I realised it was great fun and that Hurst Morris were a really nice group of people.”
Helen, a Woodley Library assistant, added: “With their persistent and superb coaching I got to a standard to dance out. I feel a huge sense of achievement; have had such fun and made new friends.”
Karen added: “Please let us know if you would like to come. You can call Judy and Brian on 07971 159293 or email Contact@hump.org.uk. We’d love to have a chat with you. There’s lots of info at www.hump.org.uk and www.facebook.com/hurstmorris.
“If you are coming, and we hope you will, just wear loose clothing and trainers or other comfy shoes and bring a bottle of water to drink. We’re asking everyone coming to the sessions if they can take a lateral flow covid test, with a negative result, before they come.” The evenings are subject to any changes in the covid rules.
HuMP dances at pubs, schools, fetes, stately homes and folk festivals. They dance the Cotswold tradition, the one with hankies and sticks.
