Never Retallack  | Entertainment Editor

Western has a great number of dance classes available, but for those who have never taken the plunge and are still interested in dancing, there are opportunities in Monmouth.

The “Swing Dance Club” is a free opportunity on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. in room 212 in the Old P.E. Building. On wou.campuslabs.com it says, “The purpose of this organization is to encourage students to participate in swing dancing, an easy-to-learn high energy social dance.” 

Beginner lessons start at 6 p.m. and the regular dancing starts at 7 p.m. This is a great way to get involved with the Western community and have some fun.

The Health and Wellness Center provides many free exercise classes throughout the week, one of which is Zumba. The Zumba class is available in room 253 from 12:05-12:50 p.m. on Fridays. On wou.edu, the activity mentions that “Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats … It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating, often building a deep-rooted community among returning participants.” 

As for experiences outside of Western’s campus, Monmouth Dance Studio offers a wide variety of dance classes every week, and has a monthly charge depending on the length of the class. The cheapest option is $45 per month for a 30-minute class once a week, in addition to the nonrefundable $30 deposit. For many college students, this is a steep price, but this may be a good option for those who are interested in cultivating their dance skills outside of Western.

While getting involved in dance can be intimidating for those who have never danced before, the dance community is not only inviting, but an amazing opportunity to combine exercise and friendship.

Contact the author at howlentertainment@wou.edu