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Join us for a fun night of dancing with Rob Reich’s “Swings Left”! Rob Reich’s “Swings Left” plays swing music for dancers. Inspired by the Benny Goodman groups of the late 1930s with electric guitarist Charlie Christian, “Swings Left” takes off from there, featuring classic arrangements made popular by Goodman, Ellington, Basie and others. Their swinging sound combines hot rhythm with a cool sensibility. February Series BeginLevel 1 (8:15pm - 9:15pm) Come out and kick your way through Charleston! Once a separate dance born of the Roaring 20's, these high-energy moves became an integral part of the Lindy Hop dance floor and are frequently danced together in a single song. This is the best way to get your heart-rate up and your feet moving to the fastest tunes available! Pre-requisites: None. No partner required; just bring your enthusiasm and comfortable clothes!
Level 2 (7:15pm - 8:15pm) Join us in an intensive look at the swingout! You will learn new and useful ways to think about your technique, improve your connection, and get exciting results. Pre-requisites: Level 1A-D; twice through recommended. Execute a swingout, lindy circle, charleston and 6-count moves and transition between them in open and closed positions. No partner required, just bring your enthusiasm!
Level 3 (7:15pm - 8:15pm) Join us for a class devoted to the serious business of having fun. We'll explore the role improvisation, partnering, connection, rhythm, and music at play in bringing joy to your partner and yourself. Pre-requisites: At least nine consecutive months of Level 1 and Level 2 including one full year of social dance, or discuss your eligibility with instructors. Under-qualified students will be asked to transfer to Level 2 in order to strengthen their fundamentals.
Elective (8:15pm - 9:15pm) Starting with the chest to chest pure balboa foundation, we'll show you the moves and techniques that make balboa a unique and fun swing dance! We'll cover pure bal, ad lib steps, lollies, out and ins and more! Come learn the dance that California gave to the swing era! Attendance required for advancement to Balboa A2 class series. Pre-requisites: 3 months of Level 1 and/or previous Balboa experience recommended. No partner required; just bring your enthusiasm and comfortable clothes!
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