This fortnight's variation is Ball Change Twists! A great variation on the classic swivel For anyone who thinks that regular swivels are for wimps, try these on for size!
What’s Holding You Back?
Have you got something that's been on your to do list for ages but you just haven't gotten round to it? We meet a surprising number of people who say they've been meaning to try swing dancing for a long time but just never got round to it. If this describes you. What's holding you... Continue Reading →
Intro to Partnered Charleston – 1st August
Learn how to dance the Charleston with this beginner friendly course! Intro to Partnered Charleston Wednesdays, 1st-22nd August 8:30-9:30pm at Dance Studio Leeds cost: £30 for the 4wk course A course that will get you dancing this energetic dance everywhere you go. We'll give you a good number of moves and the technique to social... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #63!
This fortnight's variation is The Shunt! If a slide and a slip-slop had a baby it would probably look a bit like this! A good variation for hard breaks when you want to be a bit fancy
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #62!
This fortnight's variation is Savoy Kicks! Level up with this classic variation This one might challenge you a bit but it's totally worth it! It's a fun classic variation to add to your repertoire. Once you get the hang of it you can use it in loads of interesting ways.
We were on the radio
Rob, Tina and Talia were interviewed last night on Georgey Tonight about the Lindy Hop craze that's sweeping the North. If you didn't catch it you can listen here on iplayer. We're on at around the 32 min mark.
How to Nail Your Swingout
If you've been bitten by the lindy hop bug you'll definitely want to spend some time on what is probably the most quintessential move--the swingout. You'll spend the rest of your lindy career trying to perfect this move, learning different styles and techniques and all the variations. Let us start you off on the right track! Swingout... Continue Reading →
Course Schedule
We've just updated our course list through December! Here's what we have in store for the rest of the year! Fundamentals Course (Wednesdays 6:30-7:30): Our very popular Fundamentals Course runs back to back with a new course starting each month! Appropriate for complete beginners or anyone who wants to really solidify their basics. You can find... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #60!
This fortnight's variation is Toe Heel Twist! A tap, a twist and some quick stepping Try it in a swingout, try it in a passby. Where else can you throw this in?
Our Next Fundamentals Course starts 9th May!
Lindy Hop is becoming more and more popular and it is showing no signs of slowing down. It is a fantastic way to get fit, learn a new skill and meet a fabulous bunch of people. For a whole list of reasons why partner dancing is good for you click here or just take our... Continue Reading →
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