Looking for dance lessons that aren't your typical ballet, tap, or jazz class? Then try international folk dancing! Join us as we travel around the world and experience the energy of Irish dance, the strength of Ukrainian dance, and the vivacity of Indian dance. Each week in this ongoing class, we will explore a cultural dance style from a different country such as America, India, Ireland, Portugal, Russia, Samoa, Spain, and Ukraine, just to name a few. We will identify that country on a map, view videos of professional dancers from that country, and learn a traditional dance or beginner-level choreography from that country. We will also practice healthy dance habits by starting each dance portion of class with a warm up and ending with a cool down. This class is suitable for both beginners and seasoned dancers alike--there is something for everyone! 

You are welcome to join any week that interests you or stay with us for several weeks as you discover an expanding appreciation for dance around the world. Below is a list of cultural dance styles that we will study for several weeks. The list will be continuously updated so you can know when we will be learning specific dances and choose classes that most interest you. Dances will eventually be repeated after a cycle of at least 10 weeks. 

Note: The dances listed below represent the cultural styles I am most familiar with. Requests for additional cultural dance styles are welcome--please message me about the types of dances you’d like to learn!

Week of Nov 13: Indian dance (Bollywood)

Week of Nov 20: No class 

Week of Nov 27: Russian dance (Korobushka) 

Week of Dec 4: American dance (country line dance)

Week of Dec 11:  Portuguese dance (Repasseado De Rio D'Onor)

Week of Dec 18: Irish dance (Sweets of May)

Week of Dec 25: No class 

Week of Jan 1: No class

Week of Jan 8: Spanish dance (Flamenco) Ukrainian dance 

Week of Jan 15: Ukrainian dance

Week of Jan 22: Samoan dance (Sasa)