Our new 6 week session starts this Sunday, April 21 at the Lower Falls Community Center in Newton and this Monday, April 22 at Ruggles Baptist Church in Boston near Fenway Park. You do not need to attend with a partner for any of the classes. Here is what’s coming up:

• Beginner Swing/Intro to Lindy Hop: This class is for brand new dancers, those with some experience, and continuing students who would like to build a stronger foundation and gain more confidence on the dance floor. Six count basics are covered along with a different selection of fun steps each session. There are 7 different sessions at this level, which can be taken in any order, providing the opportunity to develop a good base for social dancing while continuing to refine lead-follow skills. If you have any friends who have been wanting to get started, please send them along! This class meets in both Newton and Boston.
• Lindy Hop Level 2: This class is aimed at intermediate level Swing dancers who can already comfortably social dance any style of triple-step Swing. It is not necessary to already know Lindy Hop to get started. The class focuses on core moves, including a mix of 8 and 6 count basics, emphasizing technique, lead-follow connection and musicality. There are 8 different sessions at this level which continually change over time and can be taken in any order. Each session includes a mix of classic Charleston and newer variations. This class meets in Newton and Boston.
• Variations Aplenty!: This is a new class aimed at more experienced Lindy Hop dancers and meets in the Newton location only. We’ll take fundamental moves such as swing outs, underarm turn, Texas Tommy and passes, adding twists and turns to create something new and unexpected. Included will be both classic and new footwork variations for swing outs. If you like to work on rhythm variations and new ways to change up your Lindy Hop, this will be a great class for you!

This is our last class session before Beantown Camp!

If you are planning to attend any of these classes and have not already done so, it is very helpful if you would submit an on-line registration to speed up check-in. You can pay in advance through PayPal or at the first class by cash, check or credit card. Thanks!

Free parking available in both locations as well as near public transportation.

Full details and registration.

Join us this Saturday, April 13 for our monthly Uptown Swing Dance. This month we are thrilled to have back the very fabulous Baby Soda from NYC! Also featured during the evening will be a demo with Joel & Dominique that you won’t want to miss. We are happy to be back at KI, our wonderful venue in Brookline.

The atmosphere is fun and friendly and beginners are very welcome. You do not need to come with a partner. KI is a beautiful large space with a smooth wood floor and a convenient location on Harvard Street in Brookline (entrance on Williams Street). For those taking the T, it is close to both Coolidge Corner and Harvard Ave stops on the Green Line. If you want to come early for dinner or a drink, there are plenty of places nearby. Parking is free after 8:00pm (some areas after 6:00pm) and there are several town lots in the vicinity.

Beginners welcome, no partner needed
Location: KI (Congregation Kehillath Israel), 384 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA 02446; entrance on Williams Street
Band: Baby Soda
Date: Saturday, April 13, 2013
Time: 8:15pm-12:00am
Swing Lesson: 8:15-9:00pm
Dance Exhibition: Joel Plys & Dominique
Admission: $15 ($10 with Student ID)

Uptown Swing Dance information.

After Friday workshops, head on over to the Crosby Whistle Stop in Charlestown for the weekly Boston Swing Central dance. This week BSC is hosting Shawn Hershey & the Fried Bananas!

Boston Swing Central information.

Last chance for discount prices for the Joel Plys & Dominique workshops on April 12-14, expiring this Wednesday, April 3! You do not need to do the full weekend as workshops are à la carte. A completed registration with payment must be received by the discount due date. Sending a check postmarked by April 3 will also qualify. It will still be possible to register after that date and at the door. The classes will all be held at Lower Falls Community Center in Newton, MA.

Complete workshop schedule and registration.

Dances for the weekend start with Friday night at Boston Swing Central with Shawn Hershey and the Fried Bananas. On Saturday will be our monthly Uptown Swing Dance at KI in Brookline featuring Baby Soda plus a dance performance with Joel & Dominique.

Dancers are coming from 5 states to join in. Looking forward to a fun weekend of classes and dances!

This is the last week to register at the discount prices for the Joel Plys & Dominique workshops on April 12-14, expiring next Wednesday, April 3! It will be possible to register after that date at full price.  

Complete workshop schedule and registration.

Classes are offered a la carte and will all be held at Lower Falls Community Center in Newton. Workshops kick off Friday evening with a Balboa and a Lindy Hop class, both requiring previous experience. The most beginner Lindy Hop classes are scheduled for Saturday afternoon followed by higher level Balboa classes. The most beginner Balboa classes will be on Sunday followed by higher level Lindy Hop classes. It’s a mixed up kind of weekend! There will be something for everyone and a variety of topics covered.

The workshops will wrap up with the classic Stops routine for experienced Lindy Hoppers. This is one of those routines danced by Lindy Hoppers worldwide, so don’t miss this great opportunity to learn it for yourself!

Dances for the weekend start with Friday night at Boston Swing Central with Shawn Hershey and the Fried Bananas. On Saturday will be our monthly Uptown Swing Dance at KI in Brookline featuring Baby Soda plus a dance performancewith Joel & Dominique.  

These two have been busy lately traveling the globe teaching and we are looking forward to having them here in our own backyard. Register today and be prepared for a fun weekend of workshops and dancing!