COVID-19 and Dancing

To all EOSARDA Member Clubs:

EOSARDA’s Board of Directors recognizes that these are difficult times for all of us.  We are all missing our regular dancing and would all like to return to the dance floor as soon as possible.  But we also have to recognize our social responsibility to our dancers and their families, many of whom are in vulnerable situations.

Therefore, the Board of Directors strongly recommends that all Member Clubs strictly follow all government recommendations as regards physical distancing, interpersonal contact, the use of personal protective equipment such as masks and gloves, limits on the size of public gatherings, etc.  None of us wants to see an outbreak of COVID-19 traced back to any of our Member Clubs.

The Board realizes that it may be some time until we can resume dancing in a normal way.  Over the past few weeks we have seen some very good virtual dancing initiatives which have permitted some limited dancing, albeit under very unusual conditions.  As government restrictions are gradually relaxed, it may be possible to further expand the virtual dancing experience.  This will be outlined in future EOSARDA Bulletins which we hope you will share with all your club members.

If there is anything that EOSARDA, as an organization, can do to support you as an individual club as you move forward with your dance decisions, do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to listen, respond and assist as needed. We will be communicating with all clubs throughout the summer to try to coordinate information and responses where appropriate.

Dave Western
President
EOSARDA

613 838-5428