Loukoua Congolese Children's Project

 

 

Classes

Traditional African Drum and Dance Classes
Taught by the Mbongi family

 

Congolese Dance Class @ the University of Michigan School of Performance Art

Community Classes available at Washtenaw Community College. Contact WCC for class schedule and registration.



Dancing @ the University of Michigan School of Performance Art

 * Taught by Biza Sompa

* Every Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
and Friday, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

* 1 credit per semester

 

This class teaches students the basics of Congolese history and dance , including dance technique, rhythms, choreography, and traditional songs. The class culminates in an end of semester performance. Through dancing, students learn self-esteem, self-expression and the importance of movement as an art form and community building tool.