Balboa B1 – Bal-Swing Fundamentals (ELEF)

Come learn the spins and flow of balboa the ELEF way. Everyone Leads, Everyone Follows is an excellent way to master body movement and build empathy for both roles in the dance and is particularly suited for balboa! Basics, lolly kicks, and out and ins will be broken down for beginners, as well as transitions between all of those.…

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Technical – Step-by-Step Communication

Learn what it takes to communicate at the fundamental unit of dance: a single step. This month you’ll learn how to tell the difference between single steps and triple steps, have a relaxed and clear frame, and how to use small pieces to build up unique moves. This class will be taught in an everybody leads, everybody follows format.…

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Wed Apr 3: At A Glance

3Apr

April registration OPEN
Live Music: 14th Anniversary
The Switch Workshop

– April Series –
Registration is OPEN for April series classes.…

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Wed Mar 27: At A Glance

27Mar

April registration OPEN
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The Switch Workshop

– April Series –
Registration is OPEN for April series classes.…

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Elective – Solo Jazz

Solo jazz is a great way to expand your repertoire of expression in your dancing! Come build on your basic solo steps within a short routine, and work on creativity, rhythm, and personal expression. At the end of the month, you’ll have an optional opportunity to perform the routine!

PRE-REQUISITES: None. No partner required, just bring comfy shoes and your enthusiasm!…

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Partnered / Solo Classes

Some lessons are solo classes, most lessons are partnered classes. Partnered swing dancing is a role based dance. You have to choose between the role of “leader” or the role of “follower”, and stick with it for the duration of the series class or drop-in. Check this FAQ for more information. Unless otherwise specified, you do not need a partner to come to class.…

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Wed Mar 20: At A Glance

Wed Mar 20: Pyjamma Jam
March series continue
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– March series –
Registration is closed but you can still drop in.

– Pyjamma Jam Dance Party –

The homiest,…

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Balboa A2 – Pure Bal Improvisations (ELEF)

Progression from the Pure Bal Foundations series. We’ll show you how to play in a secure chest-to-chest connection with serpentines, crosses, hangmans, and advanced footwork styling. We’ll also continue with transitions in and out of bal-swing basics. IN THIS CLASS EVERYONE WILL LEARN TO BOTH LEAD AND FOLLOW.

PRE-REQUISITES: Pure Bal Foundations series or familiarity with downhold/uphold rhythms,…

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Wed Mar 6: At A Glance

Wed Mar 6: Live Music
March series registration
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– March series online registration is OPEN –
You can register till classes start.

– Live Music w/ Don Neely Swingtet –
Come dance to live music!…

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Technical – Keeping it Grounded

In Lindy Hop, there are 2 physical connections you make during each dance; one is with your partner and the other is with the dance floor. This month we will focus on settling into our footwork and using the ground to our advantage in order to create a stronger partnered connection. From fundamentals like pulse and balance to more advanced movements,…

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