Free Clog Dancing Classes at The Red Barn

What exactly is clog dancing - do you wear wooden shoes? (No.) The best answer I can give is that it is a cross between tap dance, Irish step dance (River Dance), and line dancing. Clog dancing is an American folk dance from the region of the Appalachian Mountains. Its roots are from the traditional step dances brought to the New World by European settlers. All the steps have names and are taught by breaking each step into easy parts. Then the different steps are put together into a choreographed and cued routine, danced usually either in a line or a circle.

Clog dancing is easy to learn, requires no special shoes or equipment and needs no partner. It is great exercise, builds up your stamina and helps improve your balance. Plus, it's just great fun and a great way to make friends! We dance every Tuesday and Thursday from noon till 2 at the Red Barn, 20609 Lakeshore in Baie-d'Urfe. Wear comfortable shoes that you won't kick off. Old sneakers are perfect. For more information email kitty.wilkes(at)gmail.com.