In Germany, the emphasis is on excellent execution of the Mainstream program, and All Position Dancing. Instruction is in German, calling is standard square dance terms. Few Germans dance the plus program. In Germany, most clubs welcome all dancers, singles and couples. It is considered somewhat rude for a couple to dance together all evening.
Many married people dance, but often only the husband or wife dances.
Unlike California, however, smoking is allowed inside German Gasthauses, which definitely cuts down on the pleasure of going there. Use the National Directory, identify clubs in the area you plan to visit, write in advance, and you will be especially welcomed. Dancing is always fun, and dancing and roving just raises the level of fun. Sometimes it is necessary put a little effort into finding the club and arranging to dance, but the rewards are absolutely worth it. We had the opportunity to meet Jim and Betsy at the 'Capital-Dance' in Bonn and to dance with them.