Clogging class

I just wanted to share that I started a beginning clogging class today.  I thought it would be a good form of exercise, something new to add to my workout routine.  It was a blast, and I can't wait until the next class next week.  I am only sorry it is a once a week class. Why this is so special is that this is out of character for me.  I was so definitely out of my comfort zone when I signed up for it.  My previous SMO-self would never have considered putting myself out there in the public dancing.  Because I was so scared to sign up for the class, I knew I must do it.  I kept trying to come up with a good excuse why I couldn't take the class.  My brain still thinks it is obese.  It was a strange feeling to know that no one in the class knew of my former self, and they would just see a normal weight 51 year old woman trying to learn a dance. Yep, I'm coming out of my shell a little. Debra M.

Hi Deb!!!  I think that is just great and I am glad you are having a good time.  You certainly deserve it!!  What is clogging?  Is it some kind of Dutch dance done in clogs?  Sounds like fun and like really good exercise! Hugs, Tracy

Hey Tracy!!

You ain't from the south, are 'ya?!?!?!?   Sorry - I couldn't help myself!!!  I'll let Debra explain the art of clogging!!  Hugs! Kristi 

Laughing. You don't have to be in the South to clog, lol.  I'm here in Michigan, which is FINALLY seeing some sun and warmer temps (can you tell I'm a bit grumpy with the long, long, cold winter). Clogging is an American dance form which finds its roots in the Appalachian mountains.  I am not an expert by any means on its history, but I believe clogging is based on the Celtic roots of the mountain settlers.  It's basically a cross between Irish step dancing and tap dancing.  You wear shoes with double taps, fast paced foot moves, without alot of upper body arm movements.  In my beginning class, the 14 people ranged in age from 6 to 80.  I stayed to watch the beginning of the intermediate class and the people there were having a really good workout while they were having fun.  It seems the people dancing were doing for the love of the dance.  I can't wait to go back. If anyone in Ann Arbor wants to join me, send me a message. Debra M.