DANCE CLASSES

Dance classes are held at various times throughout the year according to a schedule based on demand. If you are a prospective new or returning student interested in learning the art of Hawaiian dance, take advantage of this opportunity to register for classes during their open enrollment periods. 

New classes may be offered throughout the year; so, if you do not see a class currently opened to you, please check back.  You may also write or call the Barefoot Hawaiian office.  Tell us what classes you are interested in taking, and we'll put you on a list to be contacted and sent a flier of a class that matches your request once we have opened enrollment for that class.

(Page Last Revised March 9, 2026)
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2026 - Spring Session - 3 Classes Offered - Registration now Open for All

Current Class Offerings

Spring 2026 Class Offerings

Ladies (Wahine) Adult Hula - Winter Session -  6 Week Class

Advanced Registration is Now Open for This Class

6 Week Class on Monday Evenings starting March 16, 2026

This class is for ladies who want to learn or continue learning Hula for fun, pleasure, and exercise.
This is a relaxed, no-pressure dance class for the non-competitive, non-professional dancer who wants to learn Hula strictly for fun, pleasure, and exercise. 
No previous dance experience needed (Hula or otherwise).  Learn Hula in just 6 weeks!
A total of 6 classes running on consecutive Monday Evenings, 
7:00 - 8:00 PM, starting February 2.
Dates are: March 16, 23, 30; and April 6, 13, & 20, 2026.
Tuition is $130.00 for the complete 6-week course.
This is an open class, all ladies welcome to register, no previous experience needed
Advanced registration is now open for this class
Hurry! Official advanced registration deadline is March 9, 2026
Download the flier below for the details and registration information

Download the Spring 2026 Ladies Hula Class Flier & Registration Form  (361K)

HúGáSM   Spring 2026 - 1 Night Session - An Adult Wellness Class

Yes!  It's the long awaited return of HúGáSM

After a 7 year hiatus (last offered Spring 2019) HúGáSM Returns

Advanced Registration is Now Open for This Session

1 Night Session on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM 

This Barefoot Hawaiian exclusive adult wellness class which combines Hula and Yoga will have you discover the Harmony, Unity, and Gratitude of Aloha (HúGá) that lies within you.  Experience the piece and joy that awaits you and connect with your inner self. This class is available to men and women, ages 16 and up. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a towel and a mat (or other suitable floor covering or padding on which to sit and lie on).  This is a gentle exercise class. 
Date & Time is: Tuesday, March 17 - 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Tuition is $25.00
Advanced registration is now open for this session
Official advanced registration deadline is March 13, 2026
Download the flier below for the details and registration information

Download the Spring 2026 HúGáSM Flier & Registration Form  (324K)

Hula Mix Workout -  Spring 2026 - 1 Night Session - An Adult Workout Class

Advanced Registration is Now Open for This Session

1 Night Session on Thursday, March 26, 2026, 6:45 - 8:00 PM 

This is a dance workout with a mix of Hula, Modern, and Freestyle Dancing in a workout/exercise style & format. This is not a formal dance class but rather an exercise and workout class based on dance moves. Push yourself as much or as little as you want. Open to all.  If you can move, you can handle this event.  No previous Hula or other dance experience required.  Get a workout and learn some interesting dance moves.
Date & Time is: Thursday, March 26 - 6:45 to 8:00 PM
Tuition is $25.00
Wear comfortable workout clothes and bring a bottle of water with you.
Advanced registration is now open for this session
Official advanced registration deadline is March 20, 2026
Download the flier below for the details and registration information

Download the Spring 2026 Hula Mix Workout Flier & Registration Form  (412K)

Hula Mix Workout - Special Incentive and Promotion

You can win a chance to invite a guest for free

Here is how it works:  Once you have attended 3 Hula Mix Workouts, you are automatically entered into a monthly drawing.  A week before each class a name is drawn.  If yours is selected, you are allowed to invite a guest to attend the next class with you at no additional charge.  You of course must register to attend that class at the standard fee to bring in the free guest.  Plus, your name remains in the drawing each and every month once you have accumulated 3 workshops attendances.  No limit on how many times you can win.  If you have already attended 3 workshops then you are already entered into the monthly drawing.  Good Luck!

Winter 2026 Class Operations

These are classes that are still currently running as of this update

Ladies (Wahine) Adult Hula - Winter Session -  6 Week Class

Enrollment is closed for this class
Register instead for the Spring Class above

6 Week Class on Monday Evenings starting February 2, 2026

This class is for ladies who want to learn or continue learning Hula for fun, pleasure, and exercise.
This is a relaxed, no-pressure dance class for the non-competitive, non-professional dancer who wants to learn Hula strictly for fun, pleasure, and exercise. 
No previous dance experience needed (Hula or otherwise).  Learn Hula in just 6 weeks!
A total of 6 classes running on consecutive Monday Evenings, 
7:00 - 8:00 PM, starting February 2.
Dates are: February 2, 9, 16, 23; and March 2 & 9, 2026.
Tuition is $130.00 for the complete 6-week course.
This is an open class, all ladies welcome to register, no previous experience needed
Enrollment is closed.  Sign up for the Spring Class above starting soon.
Download the flier below for the details and registration information

Download the Winter 2026 Ladies Hula Class [Revised] Flier & Registration Form  (583K)

Professional Division Dancers Training  

8 Week Class on Thursdays starting January 29, 2026

Registration has closed for this class - Class is now in session.

This is an intensive dance training class for women wishing to further their skills as a professional Polynesian dancer or to maintain their skills and status as a professional dancer of the Barefoot Hawaiian Performing Arts Company.
A total of 8 classes running on Thursday Evenings
7:00 - 8:00 PM starting January 29..
Class Dates are: January 29; February 5, 12, 19; March 5, 12, 19; April 2, 2026
Note that we skip over February 26 and March 26
Tuition is $175.00 for the complete 8-week course..
Prerequisites and acceptance required to enroll in this class.
This is class is for the professional dancer who is already part of or hopes to be a part of the Barefoot Hawaiian performing arts dance troupe.
Contact the Barefoot Hawaiian if interested 
Registration is now closed for this class.  Registration deadline was January 16, 2026

Download the Winter 2026 Company Dance Class Flier (491K)

WE ARE EASY TO FIND AND GET TO

Barefoot Hawaiian Dance Classes are held in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago in Des Plaines, Illinois

20 minutes from O'Hare International Airport, and 10 minutes off I-294.  Plenty of free parking.  

The Frisbie Senior Center
52 Northwest Highway
Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
Parking and Entrance on East Side of Building

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