The True Morris Man.

"When he is dancing, the true Morris Man is serious of countenance, yet light of heart; vigorous, yet restrained; a strong man rejoicing in his strength, yet graceful, controlled and perfectly dignified withal."         - Cecil Sharp.

The Uttoxeter Heart of Oak Morris Men.

Formed 50 years ago and based in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, the Club is still going strong. Dancing English Cotswold Morris, Rapper and Longsword, you will find us at venues around East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire.

Uttoxeter Morris Recruiting 2008

You can do this!

Uttoxeter Heart of Oak Morris is recruiting six men for a new Morris Team to dance out with Uttoxeter Morris in 2008.

Training will be given during the winter practice season to prepare a new team of men for next years dancing programme.

Recruits will need to be:

• Over 16 to any age.
• Fairly fit and have reasonable coordination.
• Willing to attend fortnightly practice sessions (alternate Thursdays 8pm – 10pm).
• Dance at bookings on occasional Saturdays or Sundays.
• Prepared to enjoy yourself.

In return you will get to:

• Learn a unique English tradition.
• Acquire new skills.
• Make friends throughout the UK and beyond.
• Learn something about part of your cultural heritage.
• Keep fit.
• Have fun and a few beers in good company

You do NOT need to:

• Have a beard.
• Be a ‘folkie’.
• Be mad  - but it helps a bit.

All you need to do is give your name and contact number to any of the dancers or email me from our links page.

New Team members will start training in September 2009 – leave your contact details and we will get back to you.

recruiting@uttoxetermorrismen.org.uk

Mac McCoig