Level 1 (8:15pm - 9:15pm)
w/ Yulia & Justin
8-count Lindy Hop: More Than a Swingout

Hop on the fast track to amazing swingouts! Journey through the 8-count world on the road to Lindy Hop. You'll learn some cool ways to move your feet to the rhythm, as well as some some flashy figures. But best of all, you'll gain more confidence with a widening swing repertoire, paving the way to even more fun with your partner!

PRE-REQUISITES: None. No partner required; just bring your enthusiasm and comfortable clothes!

Level 2 (7:15pm - 8:15pm)
w/ Cari & Misha
Zen-count Basic

Did you know that 8-count moves could become 6-count moves and vice versa? Did you know you could mix 8-count and 6-count moves with impunity? Learn how to lead and follow the difference, and what to do when it all changes!

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)
w/ Margot & Alex P
Swing is the Thing

Whether it's Hot, Gypsy, Trad, Big Band, Groove, or Small Combo, does it really not mean a thing if it ain't got that swing? We will take a historical look at the Jazz timeline, what makes them different, and how different music might affect what you dance and when. Pre-requisites: at least one year of dancing and classes.

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.

If you're in the class, you're invited to join the Google group created by Margot and Alex. You can find it here: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/wnh-jazz-history

Elective (8:15pm - 9:15pm)
w/ Lori & Alex H
Pure Bal Fundamentals

Pure Balboa is a sweetheart swing dance that focuses on an incredibly subtle closed connection, often described as a 3 minute hug! For everyone who wants to learn – or revisit – the fundamentals, this four week series will cover comfortable Pure Bal connection, basic rhythms, movement, and variations. Attendance required for advancement to March's Intermediate Pure Bal class.

PRE-REQUISITES: 3 months of Level 1 and/or previous Balboa experience recommended. No partner required; just bring your enthusiasm and comfortable clothes!