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 December 23, 2025)

Current Class Offerings

Winter 2026 Class Offerings

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

Advanced Registration for this Class is Now Open

6 Week Class on Monday Evenings starting January 19, 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 January 19..
Dates are: January 19, 26; February 2, 9, 16, & 23, 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 Deadline is January 9, 2026
Don't hesitate registering in advance if you plan to attend.
While late enrollment may be offered later, the class may be cancelled if the minimum number of advanced registrations is not met, not to mention, late enrollment may not be offered at all if the maximum number is reached.
Download the flier below for the details and registration information

Download the Winter 2026 Ladies Hula Class Flier & Registration Form  (317K)

Hula Mix Workout -  1 Night Session

Advanced Registration for this Event is Now Open

1 Night Session on Thursday, January 22, 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, January 22 - 6:45 to 8:00 PM
Tuition is $25.00
Wear comfortable workout clothes and bring a bottle of water with you.
Advanced Registration Deadline is January 9, 2026
Don't hesitate registering in advance if you plan to attend.
While late enrollment may be offered later, the class may be cancelled if the minimum number of advanced registrations is not met, not to mention, late enrollment may not be offered at all if the maximum number is reached.
Download the flier below for the details and registration information

Download the Winter 2026 Hula Mix Workout Flier & Registration Form  (382K)

Professional Division Dancers Training  

8 Week Class on Thursdays starting January 29, 2026

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 
Enrollment is now being accepted.  Pre-registration required.
Registration deadline is 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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