THIS WEEK AT
Lindy Hop is happiness in its purest form... therefore a gift certificate to learn it is the perfect gift for any occasion! Wed September 139:30 - 11:45 Main Floor w/ DJ Brian IN THIS NEWSLETTERBalboa Room For more information Balboa Room10:00 - 11:30 (DJ TBA)
Second Wednesdays are a treat for Balboa lovers! If you're taking the Balboa series this month, it is especially great to be able to practice the dance for an hour and a half, meet new people, get new perspectives, and get inspired for more Bal! September Series ContinueMonthly registration is closed but you're welcome to drop in! Level 1 (8:15pm - 9:15pm) Start dancing from day one! We will get you moving in this month-long series that introduces you to basic footwork, turns, breaks and jazzy stylin'. Covers the 6-count basics, also sometimes known as East Coast Swing, which is also used in Lindy Hop. 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) Get out of your grind! This class will focus on the connection points necessary for groovy decelerations and smooth accelerations that texturize your dance vocabulary. Students will be asked to focus on partnership and keeping their connection steady and comfortable even while making their dances more exciting! 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) In Balboa, the secret menu is where you can really customize what you want from your dance. Using the solid out 'n in fundamentals from the previous class, you will learn to mix in more complexity to your patterns and explore creativity to the music. PRE-REQUISITES: Out n In Fundamentals or One pure balboa basic, out n ins, and lolly kicks.
Next Week, Sep 20: 30-Second Showcase
With your partner, with your friends, or even just by yourself, compose a sweet short routine just 30 seconds long, then perform it for the fellow WNHoppers in this friendly, non-competitive showcase. Visit the website to learn more. We can't wait to cheer you on! Keep it Swingin'! See you out on the dance floor!Gilles, Lori, Tamara, Doug, Sophie, Patricia, Kye |