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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 →
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 →
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?
You've probably heard of "Couch to 5k" right? Here at Swing Dance Leeds we have our own version with dancing instead of running. This will be the second year we've done it. We think it's a bit special so we wanted to shout about it a bit this time! Maybe you've got a wedding coming... Continue Reading →
Learn how to dance to the music with our Musicality Course! Musicality Course Wednesdays; 9th - 30th May 8:30 - 9:30pm at The Dance Studio Leeds £30 whole course Lindy hop wouldn't be lindy hop without the swung rhythm of the music we dance to. Once you have a good grasp of the basics and... Continue Reading →
This fortnight's variation is Cross Kicks! Get your kicks with this lively variation! Inspired by Trisha Sewell .
This fortnight's variation is the Slow Sink Away! Add some texture to your dance with this simple variation. Inspired by the lovely Natalia Eristavi.
This spring we'll be doing something a bit different with our Classic Moves Course. We'll spend the whole four weeks working on some of Frankie Manning's signature moves. We're calling it Frankie's Moves! Who was Frankie Manning? He was one of the greatest lindy hoppers of his time (he invented aerials!). He was also hugely... Continue Reading →
This fortnight's variation is the Eagle Slide! A classic solo jazz step--hey why not? This one's a little tricky starting with a kick on 5. Try it if you're up for the challenge!
This fortnight's variation is Skates! Get your Skates on!
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