Swingmonkey

Charleston A

Beginning with the basic 8-count step, this dynamic and energetic class series will explore the predecessor of the swing dances you know and love. Focusing on rhythm and styling, learn exciting new moves to add some pizzazz to your dancing. This class is perfect for those who know some Charleston and are looking to polish their technique or for the complete beginner.

No partner necessary; No previous Charleston experience necessary, previous swing experience helpful but not required.

Dates: Tuesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27

Time: 7:00 - 8:15 PM

Lindy Hop B
Expand on the basics learning in Lindy Hop A. A more in-depth look in new 6 and 8 count turns and moves that will make your dancing more dynamic. Additional focus on framework, connection, musicality, and lead/follow awareness.

No partner required, Lindy Hop A or the ability to do an 8-count swingout.

Dates: Tuesdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Time: 7:00 - 8:15 PM

Cost: $35- Early Registration & Student/series
$45- Walk-in Registration/series
$25- Repeat Lindy Hop B Students
$12/class if paid for individually

Leearn some favorite moves and patterns from 1920s–40s film clips and soundies, such as After Seben, Day at the Races, Buck Privates, The Powers Girl and Hellzapoppin’.

Solid understanding of Lindy Hop and Charleston required.

No partner necessary.

Taught by Daryl & Jennifer.

Price of lesson includes admission to the Bread & Butter Jam.

More info at www.providenceswings.com

Learn many of the Balboa basics of this quick, close partnered dance that developed on the crowded dance floors in 1930s California.

Previous experience with basic frame and connection is helpful.

No partner necessary.

Taught by Matt & Beth.

Price of lesson includes admission to the Bread & Butter Jam.

More info at www.providenceswings.com

This class expands on the Charleston movements taught in Charleston A. New moves will be added to your repertoire with an emphasis on lead & follow and musicality.

Previous Charleston experience is required.

No partner necessary.

Taught by Adam & Jennifer.

Price of lesson includes a 45-min practice session immediately following the class, and prepayment of the series includes admission to the Bread & Butter Jam on Thursdays.

More info at www.providenceswings.com

So you've been dancing Lindy for a while now and feel comfortable with the basics and beyond. But do you really OWN those basics? We will focus on a different one each week (the tuck turn, the side pass, etc.) and tweak them to the point that they will bear little resemblance to their original form. Then you will be a Lindy Jedi Master.

Previous Lindy Hop experience required.

No partner necessary.

Taught by Jason & Tara.

Price of lesson includes admission to the Bread & Butter Jam.

More info at www.providenceswings.com

Continue to expand upon the basics learned in Beginning Lindy Hop A & B. Emphasis will be on getting the kinks out of certain movements, tension, compression, and styling.

Previous Lindy Hop experience is required.

No partner necessary.

Taught by Kevin & Tracey.

Price of lesson includes admission to the Bread & Butter Jam.

More info at www.providenceswings.com

Starting with the basic 8-count step, this dynamic and energetic class series will explore the fundamentals of the granddaddy of the swing dances, and will also teach you how to incorporate it into your East Coast Swing or Lindy Hop.

Previous swing dance experience is helpful, but not essential.

No partner necessary.

Taught by Adam & Jennifer.

Price of lesson includes a 45-min practice session immediately following the class, and prepayment of the series includes admission to the Bread & Butter Jam on Thursdays.

More info at www.providenceswings.com

Expand upon the basics learned in Beginning Lindy Hop A. Additional 6- and 8-count moves will be added to make your dancing more dynamic. Focus will be on connection and lead & follow awareness.

Knowledge of basic Lindy Hop is required.

No partner necessary.

Taught by Jason & Tara.

Price of lesson includes admission to the Bread & Butter Jam.

Expand upon the fundamentals of 6-count swing learned in Beginning Swing A. Some additional moves and techniques will be shown as well as a focus on proper footwork and styling.

No partner necessary.

Taught by Scott & Amabel.

Price of lesson includes a 45-min practice session immediately following the class, and prepayment of the series includes admission to the Bread & Butter Jam on Thursdays.