Barton Dance Theatre’s popular “Dancing with the Cougars” fundraiser classes have returned for the spring with a line dancing class from 6:30 -8:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19 in Studio 34 on the Barton campus. All proceeds go to support Barton Dance Theatre’s trip to dance in New York City. 

Barton’s Dance Instructor and Fine and Performing Arts Coordinator Danika Bielek said this one-time community dance class teaches classic and current line dances of multiple styles to different genres of music.  

“I’m now frequently asked when we are going to have another Friday night of dancing because people are looking for opportunities to socialize and dance together in a positive atmosphere,” she said. “The environment in these community classes is that it doesn’t matter if you dance a lot or never. The goal is all about just moving and having a good time. Our college dance company students really appreciate the support for their travels, too.”

Those interested in other classes are encouraged to mark their calendars for additional classes, which will be at 6:30 p.m. in Studio 34 and will feature a salsa dance class on Feb. 16 and a swing dance class on April 12.

For more information, contact Bielek at bielekd@bartonccc.edu or call (620) 792-9253. Tickets are $15 per person or $20 per couple.