A BRIEF HISTORY

Rapper dancing began in the coal mining villages of Northern England, probably in the 1800's

It's origins are unclear but it is thought that the short, flexible two handled swords (RAPPERS) used are derived from mining tools used to scrape sweat and coal dust from the pit ponies

Dances are performed by 5 people who hold a rapper in each hand forming an unbroken chain.

They perform intricate patterns by interweaving so that the rappers intertwine and then resolve.

The music is usually Northumbrian or Irish jigs played fast on traditional instruments such as the fiddle, whistle, concertina and melodeon.

SWEET RAPPER GROUP

Sweet rapper were formed in October 2004 so this is our fourth season dancing out.

We come from as far apart as Dorchester, Salisbury and Poole and we practice in the Fordingbridge area.

We are a small group with only 7 members at the moment, 6 dancers and 1 musician so we are in need of new members.

If you think you would like to have a go follow the links below to our contact page.

If you would like to contact us for an appearance or any other enquiry please also follow the link below.

we look forward to hearing from you.