African Drum and Dance Class

Open to Students, Faculty, Staff and Community Members Ages 13 & Up All levels welcome!

Focusing on the high energy and powerful nature of West African dance.
Class is accompanied by live musicians, to help participants understand the communication between the music and the dance.

This class includes vigorous movement with a focus on rhythm, songs and culture as well as dance choreographies traditionally performed for rites of passage, courtship and other cultural occasions while offering a rich taste of African culture and provides an amazing, full body workout that you don’t want to miss.

Participants will learn songs, rhythms, dances and culture as we embark on a journey of movement from the African diaspora.