Polka Dancing
Description
Saturday, February 15th, 2025
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuition: $26 Materials: $5
If you like to swing your partner, Swedish folk dancing may be fun for you! In this class, we will visit the Swedish folk variations for the polka. Some previous dance experience (such as community dances) may be helpful but is not necessary. Polka is part of a strong Iron Range cultural tradition, so come learn where it gets its roots!
*Folks who register for class should bring a separate pair of smooth-soled shoes for dancing (ie. Not shoes worn outdoors).
To see what a Swedish polka looks and sounds like, check out this video.
About the Instructor: LynnAnne Vesper has a long-standing interest in Scandinavian languages and cultures going back to 1984. She speaks Swedish fluently. She has been helping people enjoy the natural world for over 20 years as a guide for canoe and dogsledding trips in the Boundary Waters.