At LSU, there is a hidden culture that pays homage in the Music and Dramatic Arts Building every Monday from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. That group is the LSU Dance Ambassadors.

A group of dancers revived the club in 2019 after it sat dormant for over 12 years. Sarah Guarisco, LSU alumna and former Dance Ambassador president, reestablished the group. Guarisco wanted to create a safe space for dancers looking to explore a variety of dance styles. 

“We want this to be an inclusive outlet for dancers to express themselves and form a community together, ” said Cecilia Johnson, architecture junior and current president of the LSU Dance Ambassadors.

This organization has grown immensely over the years, not just in numbers but in the dances they teach as well. The Ambassadors do not just teach one specific style of dance. Instead, they incorporate a variety of dances and styles suggested by members at the beginning of class through their sign in sheet. Everyone has a voice on what’s next to learn. 

Some of the dance styles they have learned include jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, lyrical, tap and heels. The classes could be considered fast-paced to those unfamiliar to the dance world, so some prior dance experience is highly recommended, but not required. 

“I’m very happy that it’s picked up the way it has,” Johnson said. “We ended up having so many more people come who enjoy dancing and love it.”

The Ambassadors have a couple events happening this semester, including a Fall Showcase on Nov. 22. Interested students can participate in the showcase by auditioning and paying for classes. Classes start at $3, or the club offers a bundle deal for $20 for a semester’s worth of classes and $40 for the academic year.

“It’s nice to be back doing what I love and meeting new friends from all over,” Johnson said.