This fortnight's variation is Inverse Footwork This one might mess with your head a bit but definitely in a good way! Once you've got your swingout down playing with footwork across the whole move is a great way to push your understanding of the connection and momentum
Discover a New Hobby Today!
Don't let the darker evenings get you down! Even if you've been out of school for years autumn still feels like time for new beginnings. We meet a surprising number of people who say they've been meaning to try swing dancing. So what's holding you back? Fear of the unknown? Just can't tear yourself away... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #97!
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 ;)
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... Continue Reading →
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... Continue Reading →
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
Feeling Tricky?
With so many awesome Lindy Hop moves to learn there are some that can fall through the cracks, some moves that are just a bit too tricky to really get to grips with in a drop-in class. That's why we've come up with this addition to our Classic Moves line up, focusing on Tricky Moves!... Continue Reading →
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