This fortnight's variation is Fish Tail! Get your mermaid on! A variation on the fishtails jazz step. This one is just one deep swish of the tail ;)
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #67!
This fortnight's variation is Double Tap! Toe taps, toe taps, we've got ALL the toe taps! Pro-tip: Do not attempt this variation in flip-flops! Actually just don't dance in flip-flops...trust us on this one ;)
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #66!
This fortnight's variation is The Pony! A new twist on a modern classic! You can take inspiration for footwork variations from just about anywhere. Here's one based on a dance move that some might remember from the 1960s (or the 80s).
Tandem Charleston – 29th August
Wednesdays, 29th Aug - 19th Sept 8:30-9:30pm at Dance Studio Leeds cost: £30 for the 4wk course This course is for those who have a good grasp of basic partnered Charleston and are looking for more. Tandem Charleston aka "Back to Back Charleston" is awesome fun, looks impressive and once you get the hang of... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #65!
This fortnight's variation is The Scaredy Cat! For scary good swingouts give this one a go! A simple but eye catching variation.
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #64!
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!
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.
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #61!
This fortnight's variation is Push Triple! A little like moonwalk but faster and more difficult. Seriously awesome though.
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 →