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Hudson Valley
Swing Dance
New Sessions Start Soon!
Lindy Hop
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Mondays, February 10 - April 14*
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7:30pm - 8:30pm
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This is an ongoing course that picks up where the previous session leaves off and moves at a faster pace than Continuing Swing. The expectation for this class is that everyone can already do at least a basic swing out and lindy circle. If you aren't there yet, please consider placing in one of our other courses for now instead.
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$185 per person for full course includes 8 lessons, free entry to our monthly social dances (Feb 22, Mar 15, and Apr 19), and lesson recap videos
$30 for drop ins per person per class (does not include free entry to our social dances or full recap playlist; no drop ins after the first two (2) classes of the course)
You do not need to have a partner to sign up for this course
Wear shoes you are comfortable in, we recommend Keds or similar
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*No class Feb 17 or Mar 24
*NEW* Performance/Solo Jazz Track: The Big Apple​
Fridays, February 21 - May 16*
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8:30pm - 9:30pm
If you've been looking to learn more solo jazz or for an opportunity to learn and even perform some choreography, this course is for you!
What is Solo Jazz? Sometimes called Authentic Jazz, Vernacular Jazz, or Jazz Roots, it is a style of dancing without a partner which developed alongside jazz music in the early 20th century, often adapting moves from tap dance & Lindy Hop**
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The Big Apple routine, choreographed by Frankie Manning, can famously be seen in the 1939 film "Keep Punching" performed by Whitey's Lindy Hoppers. It's now danced socially at swing events worldwide where everyone who knows it joins when the appropriate song begins to play!
Learn with Kelly & Tank as they teach The Big Apple step by step. In this class, expect to build and expand your repertoire of solo jazz moves, variations, and rhythms while taking it to a new, energetic level! Open to all, but might be fast paced for those with no prior experience. Wear clothes you are comfortable moving in, prepare to sweat, and bring water to stay hydrated. We plan to showcase this group performing The Big Apple on May 17 at our monthly social dance at TDC (with potential additional performance opportunities TBD).
Participating in the showcase is strongly encouraged, but not mandatory for being in the class. For those who do opt to be in the showcase, we will need you to commit to at least half of the class dates and the actual performance. We don't expect everyone to be able to make it to every class, but we do expect communication and practice outside of class. While it is a solo jazz routine, it is still a team performance, so please show up for your team as much as you can. The more we can dance together, the better it will be!
This course is $270 per person and includes approx. 10 classes, access to recap videos and free entry to our monthly social dances at TDC on 2/22, 3/15, 4/19, & 5/17. No drop-ins.
**sources: vintage-tap-and-swing.co.uk & silverscreendance.co.uk
*No Class Mar 21, Apr 4, Apr 25
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Mondays, April 7 - June 9*
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8:30pm - 9:30pm
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Note: This is an ongoing course which will pick up where the previous session left off. This goes beyond our Swing Foundations course and moves at a slightly faster pace.**
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Continuing Swing will delve deeper into the details of rhythm, connection, and creativity over a series of 8 lessons and includes the two corresponding monthly social dances for the opportunity of practical application. Our goals in creating this course are providing a dedicated space for swing dance enthusiasts to further their understanding and explore more of the fun possibilities of swing and lindy hop, as well as nurturing the community of swing dancers in our area. Minimum of 10 students registered by April 6 required.
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$185 per person for full course includes 8 lessons, free entry to our monthly social dances on Apr 19 & May 17, and lesson recap videos
$30 for drop ins per person per class (does not include free entry to our social dances or full recap playlist; no drop ins after the first two (2) classes)
You do not need to have a partner to sign up for this course
Wear shoes you are comfortable in, we recommend Keds or similar
**If you would like to jump into our Continuing Swing course we recommend making sure you are already comfortable with the following: Switching smoothly between basic 8 count and 6 count rhythm patterns; switching between open and closed positions; 2 variations of the basic 8 count rhythm pattern; triple & single step; inside & outside pass; basic tuck turn; demonstrate good grasp of frame and connection; use the space/move intentionally while dancing
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*No class Apr 28 & May 26
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Fridays, April 11 - June 13*
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7:30pm - 8:30pm
We encourage everyone to start here regardless of previous dance experience**
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The Swing Foundations course is a uniquely curated eight week lindy hop program designed by Hudson Valley Swing Dance to give participants the ability to dance with anyone at any social dance for full fun potential, as well as to foster the growing community of swing dancers in our area.
We approach some of the fundamentals of swing dance, such as rhythm, connection, & creativity as the basis of our classes. At its core, swing dance is a street dance popularized in Harlem in the 1930s that’s now enjoyed worldwide, and we want to share the joy of this dance with you!
Minimum of 10 students registered by Apr 10 required.
$185 per person for full course includes 8 lessons & free entry to our monthly social dances on Apr 19 & May 17
$30 for drop ins per person per class (does not include free entry to our social dances or full recap playlist; no drop ins after the first two (2) classes)
You do not need to have a partner to sign up for this course
Wear shoes you are comfortable in, we recommend Keds or similar
**If you would like to jump into our Continuing Swing course we recommend making sure you are already comfortable with the following: Switching smoothly between basic 8 count and 6 count rhythm patterns; switching between open and closed positions; 2 variations of the basic 8 count rhythm pattern; triple & single step; inside & outside pass; basic tuck turn; demonstrate good grasp of frame and connection; use the space/move intentionally while dancing
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*No Class Apr 25 or May 23
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