Volunteer

All our dances are run by volunteers. Help run a dance by working the door, setting up refreshments, or joining the sound crew. You’ll have the satisfaction of being part of the CDNY team and you’ll get free admission. Full-time volunteers receive free admission to all normal dances for the season; other volunteers receive free admission to the dance they work, plus door volunteers receive a free pass for one future normal dance.

Volunteer Positions:
Sound: Help the dancers here the musicians and callers, which involves setting up and putting away speakers, microphone stands, microphones, and the sound board; with training, using the sound board to balance different instruments and the caller, and managing the volume.
Door: Run the front desk at dances, which involves taking money for admissions, membership, and donations; answering basic questions; and being the friendly and welcoming face of CD*NY.
Refreshments: Keep the dancers hydrated and happy, which involves keeping pitchers of water and cups available throughout the dance, and setting up and cleaning up snacks to be eaten during the break.
Shoe Police (Contra Only): Protect our dance floor, which involves asking dancers to change into dance shoes or to clean their street shoes.

 

Other ways you can participate in our community of dancers include:
Donating refreshments
Posting flyers in your neighborhood, school or workplace
Dancing with newcomers
Joining the beginners’ workshop
Helping decorate the hall for a special event
Sponsoring a dance
Writing an article for Stepnotes
Donate

Speak to the dance coordinator if you would like more information about these or other ways to help.