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!
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 →
As seen on Strictly…
Join the Lindy Hop Revolution Lindy Hop is really growing in the UK. Originating from the 1930's we wouldn't really call it a "new" dance craze but it does seem like more and more people are having a go these days. Lindy Hop will even be featured on Strictly Come Dancing this week. If you... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #75!
This fortnight's variation is Big Kick! Wow your audience with this power move Sometimes our variations are inspired by other dancers. This one is classic Helen. Check out those high kicks!
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #74!
This fortnight's variation is Gather Steps! A lovely understated balboa inspired variation and <gasp!> new shoes!
There’s Still Time to Learn to Dance!
What did you hope to accomplish in 2018 Exercise More, Learn a new skill, Get a new Hobby, Make new friends. Did you make a promise to yourself to do one of those things by the end of 2018? If so, you're in good company. According to the Evening Standard all of these appeared in the... Continue Reading →
California Routine–Are you up to the challenge?
Our last course of the year is a very special one--we'll be teaching the California Routine! AÂ classic lindy hop routine, choreographed by the legendary Frankie Manning, it draws on all of the fundamentals of lindy hop, including 6 beat, 8 beat and Charleston footwork. Once you know this routine, you will see it everywhere! Most... Continue Reading →
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