Class Descriptions
Well now you know the names of the classes, but what do they mean?! Here is a list of descriptions to help you narrow down your selection! I know, but there are so many choices!! How are you going to choose?! Very Carefully….. đ
Beginning Lindy
TBA
Old Time Partner Charleston
Learn how to dance Charleston like they did in the 1920s. This is the dance that set the stage for Lindy Hop and is MUST to help you understand where Lindy Hop came from. AND Charleston is a lot of fun!
Beginning Blues
To Be announced
âLevon, Levon Loved His Lindyâ â Beg/Int Lindyhop
A class centered on enhancing your love for our great dance. With a heavy emphasis on technique, attendees are guaranteed to come away with a better understanding of the greatness that is Lindyhop. We will suffer for our artâŚbut art we will make.
Footwork Variations
For Karen and Mike, rhythms drive footwork and “tell our feet what to do”. We’ll give you a glimpse into how we think about footwork, providing you some specific patterns to challenge you!
Blues Connection
To Be Announced
Balboa I
**must read the following description with a French accent or Spanish accent (you choose).
Who has the most finesse, the most suave presence? Who are the smoothest and best dressed dancers? Balboa dancers-thatâs who! Balboa is the cognac of swing dances and you can get your start in this class. Even for experienced dancers, this class will improve your basics and get you on the road to being a smooth mofo.
Swing vs. Straight
Rhythms class using a mix of straight and swung rhythms and getting people to feel and use them
Jazz Up Your Blues
Fishtails, apple jacks, low downs and more. These vernacular jazz movements are the roots of our blues. Learn how to incorporate these movements into your blues both with soloing and partnering.
Beginning Shag – “Shag Basics and Technique”
Come learn this 1930’s swing dance, known for its fancy footwork. This class cover the basic steps and the technique need to look like a serious shagger.
Bal-Swing
Bal Swing, otherwise unofficially known as un-pure Balboa, is a staple know-how in the Balboa world. In this class we will learn how to break apart from our partners, create gush, and turn to our heartâs delight.
Maximizing Momentum
Put some energy into your blues! In this class, we’ll discuss different types of momentum while showing you how to maximize stretch and redirect energy.
Frankie’s Favorites:
Lindy hoppers the world over owe an enormous debt of gratitude to Frankie Manning, an originator and true innovator of the dance. There’s no better way to show our appreciation and keep the spirit of Frankie alive than continuing to teach, learn, and dance his classic moves. Don’t miss an opportunity to learn steps that every lindy hopper should know!
Showy Shag Moves – “Flashy Shag Variations”
Take your knowledge of the basics and learn the classic flashy moves that made shag a jitterbug’s dance.
Tricks, Dips & Leggy Things
Build your Blues vocabulary with some cool & fancy moves that will inspire, surprise, and blow your mind.
“Doinâ the Jive”
Solo Jazz Routine done to the song “Doin’ the Jive”. (Recently performed at the Kats Korner!!)
âSomeone Saved My Life Tonightâ â Int/Adv Lindyhop (Lead/Follow Technique)
I might actually be crazy. Iâm not really certain as I havenât told anyone about the crazy thoughts I think. This class is an experiment to see if I am crazy or notâŚyou get to be the judge. Weâre going to delve into leading and follow technique like never before. Those silly discussions about leading/following philosophy, about how we move and the âproperâ way to lead/follow that always take place after hours, eating bad diner food will be brought up in the light and heat of the day. Join me. Save me. Then again, maybe youâre crazy too!
âMona Lisas & Mad Hattersâ â Beg/Int Charleston
Charleston is my favorite dance. This class will focus on the beauty and madness of Charleston⌠all while allowing you to turn on the Cruise Control and look good doing it. Attendees will learn a variety of awesome moves and techniques, all taken from the heyday of the CharlestonâŚ1999.
All Flash, No Trash
Set your dancing apart with some tricks that can be done on the social dance floor or in performance. *Partner not required, although you should be comfortable with sharing/support weight with a partner.
Lindy Hop Styling
Not just things to do, but how to develop your own style. Bring your camera!
Shag – “Advanced Shag”
Learn the latest shag moves and technique. This class will help take your shag to the next level!
Fancy Bal Move(ments)
Feel confident in your basics? This is the class for you. We are going to step it up and show you some fancy moves and or footwork(hey, we get to decide). Letâs expand minds and thoughtsâŚand be super fancy while we are at it.
âSorry Seems To Be The Hardest Wordâ â Int/Adv Charleston
Take this classâŚlearn how to never say sorry again! This class will push you to the limits of your technique while refining what you know at the same time. If this class doesnât motivate you to take your Charleston to the next levelâŚthen IâmâŚâŚnever mind. Take the class. Max your dance. Love your life.
Solo Charleston/ Jazz movement
TBA
Teaching the Teacher
A class for existing and aspiring lindy hop teachers to develop their skills. Come get tips on teaching from a world renowned instructor!