Reinlender
Norwegian/Swedish folk dance related to Schottische — step-step-step-hop in duple meter. Originated in Norway/Sweden · 19th c.. Typically danced around 110-140 BPM (medium).
About Reinlender
- Folk & Traditional
- Norway/Sweden
- 19th c.
- 110-140 BPM (Medium)
- Partner
- Approachable
Duple-meter folk dance; related to Schottische and Rhinelander; step-step-step-hop.
What to expect: Danced at Norwegian and Swedish folk festivals and cultural events. Found in Scandinavian diaspora communities. Similar to Schottische — easy to pick up with some folk dance experience.
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Where to find Reinlender events
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Going for the first time
Folk and traditional dance nights vary widely — Scandinavian, English country, square dance, contra. Most are caller-led so you're walked through every figure in real time. No partner needed; the format rotates everyone through the set.
Listen for the caller. Thank your partner and the band. If live music is playing, applaud between tunes.