Due to the current state of the Nation and the COVID -19 Pandemic, we have decided to postpone the opening of registration for NOLASE. Linda Simms and the LMIU Family love our extended line dance family and always strives to ensure the health and safety of all. As public health officials release more definitive information, we will provide an update on the opening of the long-awaited NOLA Southern Experience Jam. Youtube: LINDA SIMMS In addition, I'm committed to keeping you healthy and moving. Please enjoy my line dance and exercise workouts on
General Registration with Party with a Pink Purpose
Thursday - Sunday
The 4 -Day weekend package (Thursday - Sunday) which includes three evening theme parties with light refreshments on the first night, line dance workshops, water aerobics and exercise classes, Sunday worship and the All White Sunday Brunch. Thursday night is the a party with a pink purpose. A portion of the proceeds from this event will go towards breast cancer prevention and awareness. Includes a NOLASE 2021 event t-shirt.
General Registration $165 + Party with a Pink Purpose $20
The 3 -Day weekend package (Friday - Sunday) which includes two evening theme parties with light refreshments on the first night, line dance workshops, water aerobics and exercise classes, Sunday worship and the All White Sunday Brunch. All general registration includes a NOLASE 2021 event t-shirt.
Registration is available online and manually with submission via United States Postal Service.
Enhance Your NOLA Experience
Second Line Umbrella Decorating Class $30
Learn the history of the second line umbrella and leave this workshop with your own personalized second line umbrella created by you. Choose from two designs and bring those items to make it uniquely yours. Umbrella and basic decorations included with fee.
The Mancave FREE
NOLASE has added the Mancave as a space for husbands and significant others to fellowship, play cards and dominoes. On Friday night there will be a spades and poker tournament. On Saturday enjoy the dominoes tournament.
Instructor's Workshop $55
The instructor workshop on Thursday afternoon and Friday morning has been increased by two additional hours to give more hands on information. In this two-day workshop. We will cover the following key topics:
Line Dance Drills and Steps
Line Dance History
Social Media Detailed Instruction
Line dance terminology,
Line dance etiquette,
How to design choreography,
Que a class more effectively, and
Professional responsibilities and business strategies.
African American City Tour $55
What would a trip be to New Orleans without experiencing the history and culture that African Americans brought and continue to bring to New Orleans. Take a bus tour to see historic sites such as the birthplace of Jazz, and Musicians Village. Experience the Oldest African-American neighborhood, creole history and visit real people such as Mardi Gras Indians and Second Line bands. The tour is 2.5 hours.
Friday 3:00 PM
Saturday 3:00 PM
The Host Hotel
All events will be held at the:
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
500 Canal Street
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
SLEEPING ROOM RATE:
Single: $135.00
Double: $135.00
Triple: $160.00
Quads: $185.00
Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes, currently 14.45% plus $3 Occupancy Tax per room night, as well as the Statutory Act 410 Tourism Support Assessment of 1.75% for each room rate, per room night and/or the following automatic or mandatory charges (e.g. resort charges) in effect at the time of check-in. All reservations must be accompanied by nonrefundable a first-night room deposit. Please call the Sheraton Hotel for overnight parking rates.
