The Dancing Bears
ClassA dance community in Anchorage, Alaska!
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About this class
The Dancing Bears offers folk dance training in Anchorage, AK, focusing on traditional Contra dances. This volunteer-run nonprofit fosters community building through regular dance events, which often include live music and lessons suitable for various skill levels. Participation supports a long-standing organization established in 1981, dedicated to promoting folk dance culture in the region. Entry to these dance programs operates on a pay-what-you-can sliding scale, making them accessible. Children aged 12 and under can attend and dance free of charge. This model ensures that community involvement and cultural preservation are prioritized.
What kids love
- Nonprofit, volunteer-run organization
- Promotes traditional folk dance and community building
- Regular Contra dance events with lessons
- Pay-what-you-can sliding scale for entry
- Kids 12 and under dance free
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Past sessions
Join us at beautiful King’s Lake Camp in Wasilla, Alaska with guest callers Lisa Greenleaf and Michael Karcher and guest musicians Supertrad and Steam Machine. Registration is required for dance camp.
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