This fortnight's variation is Knock on the Door! We hope you'll enjoy this week's energetic variation. Great for practicing your fast footwork!
Advanced Charleston Challenge!
Are you ready to throw down and take your Tandem Charleston to the next level? If you're up for the challenge we've got a course that will push you. Four weeks of tricky tandem and hand to hand Charleston craziness. This course is not for the faint of heart--you'll need to come with a good... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #80!
This fortnight's variation is Scoot on 1! Here's a lovely little accent on the one. This is a good variation to test your balance
Learn to Dance in 2019
The new year is a great time to try new things. Here are some compelling scientific reasons to have a go at lindy hop: Partner dancing is good for your brain! Studies have shown that partner dancing can reverse the signs of ageing in your brain and help prevent dementia. Physical touch is good for... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #79!
This fortnight's variation is Shave and a Haircut! Have a little play with this oh so familiar rhythm For an extra challenge try it as a call and response with your partner (and send us the video!)
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #78 Joy Jump!
Jump for joy this Christmas with this weeks footwork variation of the fortnight - the joy jump!
8 Ways to Improve Your Dancing Outside of Class
We try to make our classes fun and enjoyable but there's more to Lindy Hop than just taking classes. Whether you're in it for the fun and friends or you want train hard and really ramp up your skills here are some great ways to hone your dancing skills outside of class (in no particular... Continue Reading →
Pimp your Swingout!
The swingout is probably the most iconic lindy hop move but it's not the easiest nut to crack. Ask any teacher when they perfected their swingout and most will tell you that they are still working on it. Whether you've just begun your lindy journey or have been taking classes for a few months we'll... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #77!
This fortnight's variation is Kick It! &3&4 Kick it! Kick it real good! This one reminds me of the second half of a Shish-ka-boom-ba
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #76!
This fortnight's variation is Slip Step! This slippy variation requires the follower to come in on 3--but don't panic you'll still have time to get round! (and its a good skill to work on) If your shoes aren't slippy enough for this variation check out our recent Cat's Corner post about shoes to find out... Continue Reading →
Swing Dance Leeds 