✦ Boise's First Polish & Ukrainian Folk Dance Group ✦

Come Dance
with Kartoflanie

No experience needed. No auditions. Just Friday nights, great music, and the joy of folk dance. Your new favorite tradition starts here.

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🥔 Est. February 2026 Boise • Idaho

Our Story

The Potatoes
Have Arrived

Kartoflanie, "The Potato People" in Polish, is Boise's brand-new Polish and Ukrainian folk dance ensemble. We're on a mission to bring the vibrant traditions of Central and Eastern European dance to the Treasure Valley.

Whether you're Polish, Ukrainian, or simply curious about folk dance, you belong here. We're building something from the ground up: a community rooted in culture, movement, and a whole lot of fun. This is your chance to be part of something from the very beginning.

2026

Founded

Experience Required

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Fun Guaranteed

Why Folk Dance?

More Than
Just Dancing

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Full-Body Workout

Folk dance builds strength, coordination, and cardio fitness, all while you're having too much fun to notice. It's the workout that doesn't feel like one.

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Instant Community

Walking in alone is normal here. Within weeks, your fellow dancers become friends, family, and your Friday night crew. This is where connections happen.

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Living Heritage

Every dance tells a story: harvests, courtship, celebration. You'll carry forward traditions that have been danced for centuries across villages and cities alike.

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Perform on Stage

We don't just practice, we perform! Cultural festivals, community events, and showcases give you a chance to share your passion with audiences.

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Brain Boost

Learning choreography builds new neural pathways. Studies show dance reduces cognitive decline and boosts memory, all while keeping your spirits high.

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The Music Hits Different

Polish and Ukrainian folk music is electrifying: driving rhythms, soaring melodies, and energy that makes it impossible to sit still. You'll hear it in your dreams.

Come Dance With Us

Rehearsal Details

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Every Friday Night

7:00 PM. Consistent weekly schedule so you can plan around it.

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Boise, Idaho

We rehearse at our partner Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo's studio, located at 4214 W Emerald St, Boise, ID 83706. It's a spacious, welcoming space with great energy and a fantastic sprung floor perfect for dancing.

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What to Wear

Comfortable clothes you can move in, and clean indoor shoes with smooth soles. That's it!

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Free to Try

Your first rehearsal is on us. No commitment, no pressure. Just come see what it's all about.

4214 W Emerald St

Boise, ID 83706

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Everything You
Need to Know

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Do I need dance experience?

Absolutely not. We teach everything from scratch. Many of our dancers started with zero experience and discovered a passion they never knew they had.

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What ages can join?

We welcome adults and teens (16+). Folk dance is for every body type and fitness level. If you can walk, you can dance with us.

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Do I need to be Polish or Ukrainian?

Not at all! Our dancers come from all backgrounds. What unites us is a love for dance, culture, and community. Everyone is welcome here.

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Can I bring a friend?

Please do! Dancing is even more fun with a buddy. But solo arrivals are equally welcome, you'll make friends fast, we promise.

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Do I need a costume?

Not yet! We'll provide authentic Polish and Ukrainian folk costumes for performances when the time comes. For rehearsals, just wear comfy clothes.

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What's the commitment?

We'd love to see you weekly, but life happens. Come when you can. The more you come, the more you'll learn and the more fun you'll have.

Meet the Director

Your Guide to
the Dance Floor

Maciej Smusz

Founder & Artistic Director

With over a decade of experience teaching and performing Polish and Ukrainian folk dance across the United States, Maciej brings infectious energy and deep cultural knowledge to every rehearsal. As President of the Polish Folk Dance Association of the Americas and former Artistic Director of the Mazury Polish Folk Dance Ensemble in Atlanta, he's dedicated his career to making folk dance accessible, joyful, and unforgettable. Now he's bringing that passion to Boise.

Come Dancewith Kartoflanie

The PotatoesHave Arrived

More ThanJust Dancing