This fortnight’s variation is Fast Taps
If you liked last week’s variation here’s a follow on!
…and now we’re all tapped out ;)
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Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #96!
This fortnight’s variation is Slow Taps Behind
Get those toes tippity tappin!
Master this week’s variation and we’ll build on it with a faster version next week :)
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #95!
This fortnight’s variation is Figure of 8 Version 2
Being able to turn away from your leader without over-stretching is a nice challenge to work on!
Extra Credit: Our first Figure of Eight variation is here. Play spot-the-difference to test your video learning skills!
Couch to Hellzapoppin’
It’s that time of year again when we ask the dancers of Leeds to show us what you’ve got! It’s time for the Couch to Hellzapoppin’ Challenge and this year we’ve got badges!
Here’s how to play:
- Start off with our Fundamentals Course. This is a 4 week introductory course that runs Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 at the Dance Studio Leeds. Take this at your own pace, some people do this course twice, for others once is enough. If you’re starting at the very beginning you’ve still got time to complete the whole challenge if you book onto the next Fundamentals course running 28th Aug – 18 Sept.
- Next up is the Swingouts Course. This one works on a quintessential Lindy Hop move and is an excellent follow on from the Fundamentals. Dates: 25 Sept – 16 Oct
- After that you’ll need to get some Tandem Charleston under your belt. Date: 23rd Oct – 13th Nov (if you’ve never done any Charleston before you’ll need to pop along to Hot Charleston to learn the basic step first)
- Wrap it all up with the California Routine, a choreography that incorporates all of the standard lindy repertoire that you can learn in the courses mentioned above as well as a few extra flashy moves. It is easily the most famous lindy hop choreography and a fantastic goal to work towards (see video below)! Course Date: 20 Nov – 11 Dec
Have you got what it takes to go Couch to Hellzapoppin’?
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How to Nail Your Swingout
If you’re just at the start of your lindy hop journey, chances are good that you’ve seen a swingout in videos or on the dance floor and thought “Wow! When will I be able to dance like that?!” Swingouts have that effect on people–two dancers effortlessly whizzing round each other and don’t even get us started on swivels! Whenever you’re ready to take the plunge we’ve got a whole four week course dedicated to swingouts to help you really nail this iconic lindy hop move.
Swingout Course
Wednesday, 25th Sept – 16th Oct
8:30 – 9:30pm at The Dance Studio Leeds
£32 whole course
The course will go over the basic shape of a swingout and progress to more in-depth technique, styling, and a couple of variations to spice things up a bit. As usual with our courses numbers will be limited so we can give you personal feedback on what you need to make your swingout awesome.
This course is a good follow on from our Fundamentals Course for those who are feeling confident with the basics. It is also appropriate for those who have learnt a swingout before and want to improve on their technique, learn to dance faster and add some styling.
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Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #94!
This fortnight’s variation is Dramatic Stomp
We all crave a bit of drama from time to time
Inspired by Katie Stotter, general badass!
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #93!
This fortnight’s variation is The Flamingo
Nothing says summer like a big ol’ flamingo. Can’t wait to see how you all style this one out on top.
With a bonus intro from our hosts for the last batch of videos
