History reveals that belly dancing originated in Ancient Persia, over 6, 000 years ago. At that time this fertility dance was performed for the goddess Isis. Used for thousands of years to celebrate the rites of passage into womanhood and serving as practical education child birthing, today we continue the art of belly dance in celebration of femininity and creativity. Explore the mix of sensual motions and vigorous hip movements while uncovering the mysteries of this most ancient form of dance. Held off-campus.

Instructor: Linda "Zahava" Hasha
Sessions: 8
Fee: $50
Course: #21239
Option 1: June 16 - Aug 4, Mon, 6 - 7 pm
Option 2: June 17 - Aug 5, Tues, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
NEW CLASS:
Date/Time: July 14 - Sept 8 (No Class 9/1), Mon 5 - 6 pm

Gain the confidence you need to go onto the dance floor! Learn the basics of the Cajun waltz, two-step and jig. Attendees will discover the importance of listening to the music and understanding the count. During this course you will learn: 1) the waltz and two turnouts, 2) the two-step and two turnouts, and 3) the jig, including the basic foot shuffle, arm push-pull, promenade, hip-to-hip, over-the-head, windmill, and four variations of the sweetheart. Held at and in conjunction with Vermilionville and includes a one-time free admission to a Sunday Cajun dance session!

Instructor: Cindy Trahan
Sessions: 4
Fee: $64/couple
Course: #20402
Option 1: June 22 - July 20 (No class 7/6), Sun, 5 - 6:30 pm
FULL – Please call 482-6386 or email potpourri@louisiana.edu with your name, address and phone number to be placed on the waiting list.
Option 2: July 27 - Aug 17, Sun, 5 - 6:30 pm
FULL – Please call 482-6386 or email potpourri@louisiana.edu with your name address and phone number to be placed on the waiting list.

Learn the moves of Zydeco from a high-energy instructor who confidently states she can “teach anyone to dance.” Students will learn how to “feel the music” and fine-tune their sense of rhythm. Emphasis will be on positioning the body (from head to toe) for the basic Zydeco two-step. During the course you will transform this basic position into the Zydeco 1) shuffle, 2) back-step, 3) shoulder-shake, and 4) turn/spin. Held at and in conjunction with Vermilionville.

Instructor: Jo Charles
Sessions: 4
Fee: $50/person
Course: #21251
Date/Time: June 14 - July 12 (No class 7/5), Sat, 9 - 10 am

Do you want to learn how to really dance, but you can’t decide which dance to learn? Well, this is the class for you. This class will cover several different types of dances that can be done to Cajun, Country and Night Club music. Held off campus.

Instructor: Lou DeCoto and Assistants
Sessions: 4
Fee: $44
Course: #21775
Date/Time: June 11 - July 9 (No class 7/2), Wed, 7 - 8 pm

Tired of sitting on the side when everyone lines up? Dances include the Footloose, Mambo #5, Zydeco Twist, Electric Slide, Tush Push, The Train, and more. This class is also a great aerobic workout. Held off campus.

Instructor: Lou DeCoto and Assistants
Sessions: 4
Fee: $44
Course: #21774
Date/Time: June 9 - July 7 (No class 6/30), Mon, 7 - 8 pm

Relive the exciting times with this sensuous and stimulating dance. If gliding across the floor is more your style, you will enjoy learning the ballroom dances such as the Cha-Cha and the Waltz. Held off campus.

Instructor: Lou DeCoto and Assistants
Sessions: 4
Fee: $44
Course: #21750
Date/Time: June 12 - July 10 (No class 7/3), Thurs, 7 - 8 pm

This is your chance to learn the art of dancing with a Latin flair. This course will cover the basics of the Rumba, the Cha-Cha, the Tango, the Merengue, and more. Held off campus.

Instructor: Lou DeCoto and Assistants
Sessions: 4
Fee: $44
Course: #21748
Date/Time: June 9 - July 7 (No class 6/30), Mon, 6 - 7 pm

Get a good workout and have loads of fun learning a new spin on a traditional dance that’s sweeping the nation. Clog Dancing originated as a traditional percussive folk dance and is also known as foot stomping, buck dancing and flat footing. We’ve kicked it up a notch with a fun twist using tap shoes that will get your feet stomping and tapping enthusiastically to the beat of bluegrass and country music. Students will need tap shoes. Absolute Beginners welcome!

Instructor:Deborah Root Moore
Sessions: 8
Fee: $54
Course: #21843
Date/Time: July 7 - Aug 25, Mon, 6 - 7 pm