bReel is a mad experiment. What happens when you take multigenerational groups — kids, teens, parents, grandparents, total strangers — and get them dancing open air reels at full pelt on Barnes Common, in full view of bemused passers-by?
Turns out: something pretty wonderful. Heart rate going 0 to 60 miles an hour, spontaneous laughter, connections you wouldn't believe, freedom to live in the moment. Community. In rain or shine.
All dances are taught and called on the day, so you don't need to know a single step. Just show up.
Every green line is one of our footsteps — a workout that never feels like one!
Total beginners welcome — we learn a progression of dances building towards Christmas.
We start fresh in January with a new series — perfect if you're just discovering us!
I truly adore open air Scottish reeling. It's honestly something I never figured would be my thing… but as I've discovered I was definitely wrong. It's such a lovely experience — going outside with my friends and meeting other people from around the community (…and Jersey too). Just being outside — rain or shine — is enough to make open air reels something I look forward to each and every month. I'm so grateful that Beatrice has set up such a wonderful opportunity so close to home — she's an incredibly patient teacher too. I would, and do, recommend it to anyone of any age!
No excuses.
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