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If one of your (or someone's you know) resolutions for 2019 is to learn swing dancing, we've got you covered with Resolution Swing -- two months of beginner classes for the price of approximately one and a half. Approximately, because pricing is complicated, but a deal on beginner lindy hop classes at WNH is not!
We are excited for a new program at WNH -- the Community Fund. This is a way for dancers who have a little extra money to help those who cannot afford to take classes or come to dances. Anybody can donate, and anyone can ask to be subsidized. Find out details and donate on our website.
January 2019
Hey WNH's newsletter readers! We are excited to try something new: sending the newsletter once at the beginning of each month, instead of every week. What do you think -- yay? nay? Know how to make it better? Shoot us an email, a FB message, or talk to us at the dance!
The dance party is 9:30 - 11:45
IN THIS NEWSLETTER
January 9: Rob Reich Swings Left
January Series: Register Online
January 16: Balboa Room
January 23: Theme Party
Gift Certificates
For more information
January 9: Rob Reich Swings Left
We are dancing into the new year with Rob Reich Swings Left -- come and join us for WNH's first live music dance of 2019!
January Series
Beginners (8:15pm - 9:15pm)
w/ Lori & Doug
Swing C
Come learn the Lindy Hop! This grandfather of all swing dances is fun, creative, and addicting. Progressive material over the course of the month will get you up and dancing at our weekly parties in no time. This class is two-left-feet friendly, and the first of four months of Beginner's curriculum.
Pre-requisites: None. No partner required, just bring comfy shoes and your enthusiasm!
Social Track (7:15pm - 8:15pm)
w/ Rachel & Misha
It's All Swing To Me
Many beginners are surprised when they find out that Lindy Hop, and the modern swing dance floor in general, is full of different rhythms, patterns, and even dances, coexisting to the same swinging music. How do these diverse flavors help us express ourselves in jazz? What's the difference between eight-count and six-count? How do we transition well between them? And what does it mean to be "musical" anyway? Answers to all of these and others hand-picked by our instructors!
Pre-requisites: All 4 months of Beginners Track or equivalent experience. No partner required, just bring comfy shoes and your enthusiasm!
Technical (7:15pm - 8:15pm)
w/ Audrey & Paul
Stretch and Compression
Proper stretch and compression should feel gooey and comfortable! Learn to use two of Lindy Hop's unique and powerful tools safely, effectively, and to have fun with your partner.
Pre-requisites: All 4 months of Beginners Track or equivalent experience. No partner required, just bring comfy shoes and your enthusiasm!
Elective (8:15pm - 9:15pm)
w/ Joy & Amy
Introduction to Collegiate Shag
"Shag" was a term for partnered dancing that erupted in many forms during the swing era. This particular style caught on in colleges with young dancers itching to cut a rug and fraternize co-ed style. Come to learn these energetic, moves just perfect for fast-paced jazz!
Pre-requisites: None; some partnered dance experience is preferred. No partner required; just bring your enthusiasm and comfortable clothes!
January 16: Balboa Room
10:00 - 11:30 DJ TBA
While Collegiate Shag is all the craze this month, you surely don't want to forget your Bal! Come join us for our monthly Balboa dance, downstairs in the K-Hall.
January 23: Theme Party
Once a month we make something special happen! From silly games and even sillier prizes, to learning more about swing dance history and giving back to the community, from town halls and clothes swaps to comps and contests -- our parties have had it all. The theme for January's party is to be determined, so keep an eye out on our website and our Facebook page.
Lindy Hop is happiness in its purest form... therefore a gift certificate to learn it is the perfect gift for any occasion!
Keep it Swingin'! See you out on the dance floor!
Gilles, Lori, Tamara, Doug, Sophie, Patricia, Kye
Margaret, Nick, Laurie, Lilly, Tully, Ben
