Swing Dance Styles:
Swing (East Coast Swing/ Lindy Hop/ Jitterbug): Whether you call it Jitterbug (Cab Calloway’s name for it), East Coast Swing or Lindy Hop this dance is just FUN and is the original swing dance. It is not hard to learn, it’s easy to stay hooked and the music will lift up our spirits, the way it has been doing for 90 plus years. Originally danced to the swing music of the late 30’s and 40’s, and early rock n’ roll, this dance style is versatile enough to dance to a wide range of music.
West Coast Swing is a smooth style of swing developed in California in the early days of swing and danced in a slot formation. The dance continues to evolve and be influenced by current styles of music and dance (like hip-hip). Often danced to R&B, blues, club, country and pop, it can be danced to many styles of contemporary music including some Latin.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:
Swing 1: Beginning/ Intro
Put a swing in your step with this upbeat dance! Learn the core 6 count patterns to get out onto the dance floor and have fun!
Swing Level 2
More advanced turn patterns & an intro to some of the 8 count moves, like the classic Swing Out!
Pre-req: Core swing moves: basic 6 count pattern in closed & open position, inside and outside turns for Leaders and Followers.
West Coast Swing 1: Beginning/ Intro
Fun with the smooth and sultry core moves: starter step, left side pass, right side pass, push break (sugar push), whip
West Coast Swing 1 Plus: Continued Beginning
Multiple your fun with more core moves plus basic turn patterns.
West Coast Swing Level 2: Intermediate
Builds on the basic patterns with variations and more complex moves. Develops partnering and movement technique (like turns and pivots) to support more difficult moves. Each series teaches new moves or variations, so no 2 series are the same.
Pre-req: WC core moves, including whip and basic spin patterns.
West Coast Swing Cool Moves: Intermediate/ Advanced
Intermediate and Advanced cools moves and advanced skills such a musicality, advanced footwork variations, subtle partnering and complex dance/movement technique. Each series teaches new moves or variations, so no 2 series are the same. Designed as an ongoing class series to develop your dancing.
Pre-req: Comfort and ease with core moves including whip and basic spin patterns.