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Joel Plys & Dominique Workshops This Weekend

Joel Plys and DominiqueLovers of Lindy Hop and Balboa, be prepared for a fun weekend of workshops with Joel & Dominique! Classes are scheduled for this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 12-14. There are classes for all levels including beginners.

Friday, April 12
 7:30-8:30pm  The Fist O’ Balboa
 8:45-9:45pm  Couples ’20s Charleston: The Birth of Lindy Hop

Saturday, April 13
 12:00-1:00pm Lindy Hop Fundamentals
 1:10-2:10pm  Building On Lindy Hop Basics
 2:20-3:20pm  Throwout Madness
 3:30-4:30pm  Pop-Turn-O-Rama

Sunday, April 14
 12:00-1:00pm Brown-Bag Lunch Video/Talk: Masters of Balboa
 1:15-2:15pm  Balboa Fundamentals
 2:30-3:30pm  Bal-Swing Fundamentals
 3:45-4:45pm  Frankie & Dean Favorites
 5:00-6:00pm  Classic Lindy Hop Routine: Stops

It will be possible to register at the workshops.

Special Introductory Package Discount
There is a special introductory package aimed at newer dancers and those who would like to refine and improve their basics. The package includes 4 classes (C, D, G, H) and the presentation for $60 ($24 off the regular price).

Workshop Location:
Lower Falls Community Center
545 Grove Street
Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462

Parking Information:
In Newton Lower Falls, please park in the inside parking lot only (near the entrance to the Lower Falls Community Center). The front and back parking lots belong to the Senior Center. There is plenty of on-street parking.

You can still pre-register!

Complete workshop details and registration.

New Lindy Hop Swing Class Session

Swing Dance ClassPlans are set for our next 6 week session of classes in Newton and Boston. This will be our last session before Beantown and our last Sunday session until the fall.

New classes in Beginner Swing/Intro to Lindy Hop Level 1 and Lindy Hop Level 2 are scheduled in Newton Lower Falls starting Sunday evenings on April 21 and in Boston, Monday evenings on April 22. Both locations are conveniently accessible by car or T with free parking available. It will be possible to make up missed classes at the alternate location and it has been great to see students taking advantage of that.

Also coming up, we have a new class for intermediate to advanced Lindy Hoppers: Variations Aplenty! 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. 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! It meets on Sundays in Newton.

Registration is open - Complete class information and registration.

Beantown Early Bird Registration Countdown

Beantown Camp 2012 Hightlight ReelThe last day for the Beantown early bird registration prices is only 4 weeks away on Tuesday, April 30! If you have submitted a registration but not made the payment, we need to receive it by April 30 to get the early bird prices.

You can check out details on the Beantown website. Updates continue to be made each week.

Beantown Camp 2013 is going to be AWESOME! There are so many exciting things coming together. If you can do the full week, it will be worth it!

Give yourself this wonderful dance vacation and come to Beantown this summer!

Camp runs from June 27 to July 4 with multiple registration options. Most housing choices are still available.

If you are planning to attend, please respond on the Beantown Facebook event page if you have not already done so. Thanks!

Last Chance for Discount Prices for the Joel & Dominique Lindy Hop & Balboa Weekend!

Joel Plys and DominiqueLast 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!

Special Introductory Package Discount

There is a special introductory package for the Joel & Dominique workshops aimed at newer dancers and those who would like to refine and improve their basics. The package includes 4 classes and the presentation for $60 ($24 off the regular price).

Saturday, April 13

  • Lindy Hop Fundamentals
  • Building on Lindy Hop Basics

Sunday, April 14

  • Masters of Balboa, Brown Bag Video Presentation
  • Balboa Fundamentals
  • Bal-Swing Fundamentals

This deal will also be available at the door, however, we would appreciate an advance registration if possible. Thanks!

Register here and select the 4 workshops and presentation.

Beantown Early Bird Registration

Beantown Camp 2012 Hightlight ReelThe last day for the Beantown early bird registration prices is only 4 weeks away on Tuesday, April 30! If you have submitted a registration but not made the payment, we need to receive it by April 30 to get the early bird prices.

You can check out details on the Beantown website. Updates continue to be made each week.

Beantown Camp 2013 is going to be AWESOME! There are so many exciting things coming together. If you can do the full week, it will be worth it!

Give yourself this wonderful dance vacation and come to Beantown this summer!

Camp runs from June 27 to July 4 with multiple registration options. Most housing choices are still available.

If you are planning to attend, please respond on the Beantown Facebook event page if you have not already done so. Thanks!

Joel & Dominique Lindy Hop & Balboa Weekend: Last Week For Discount Price

Joel Plys and DominiqueThis 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!

Beantown Camp News, Instructors Added!

We are thrilled to announce the addition of Gaby Cook, Mike Faltesek & Casey Schneider, plus Alain Wong & Gen St-Lo! The teaching staff is now complete! Can you imagine a whole week of classes with this incredible group of 31 awesome teachers? We’ve got that!

  • Beantown CampEvita Arce
  • Richard Badu
  • Heather Ballew
  • Daryl Begin
  • Nathan Bugh
  • Gaby Cook
  • Mike Faltesek
  • Eric Fenn
  • Pamela Gaizutyte
  • Nina Gilkenson
  • Laura Glaess
  • Jesse Hanus
  • Kate Hedin
  • Skye Humphries
  • Michael Jagger
  • Javier Johnson
  • Kenny Nelson
  • Daniel Newsome
  • Mikey Pedroza
  • Mike Roberts
  • Casey Schneider
  • Michael Seguin
  • Elaine Silver
  • Gen St-Lo
  • Jennifer Stout
  • Peter Strom
  • Sylvia Sykes
  • Jon Tigert
  • Naomi Uyama
  • Bobby White
  • Alain Wong

That’s truly a lot of awesome! And it is only the classes. Beantown is so much more! A full vacation of dancing, people, activities, all wrapped up in tons of FUN!

The Early Bird Rates expire on April 30! Register now to get the cheaper prices.

If you would like a work crew position in exchange for a registration discount, please contact us. There are still some available.

Camp runs from June 27 to July 4 with multiple registration options. If you have always wanted to come to Beantown, do it in 2013. There is just too much that you won’t want to miss!

If you are planning to attend, please respond on the Beantown Facebook event page if you have not already done so. Thanks!

The website continues to be updated with the latest info. Check out all the details.

Lindy Hop/Swing Classes starting in April

Swing Dance ClassAs our current session winds down, the new 6 week session is now up on the website. This will actually be our last session before Beantown and our last Sunday session until the fall! Sunday classes in Newton start on April 21 and Monday classes in Boston start on April 22.

Level 1 and Level 2 each have 7 or 8 different sessions that we cycle through, although they do tend to change over time. The classes are designed so that new students can join at the start of any new session.

  • Both locations include a class in Beginner Swing/Intro to Lindy Hop Level 1, appropriate for brand new dancers, those with some previous experience and continuing students. If you would like to work on building a solid foundation of dance skills, this will be an ideal class. Six count basics will be covered along with a variety of fun steps to build your repertoire and get you out on the dance floor!
  • Lindy Hop Level 2 is also offered in both locations. This class is aimed at more intermediate level Swing dancers and no prior Lindy Hop experience is required. Eight and six count basics will be mixed along with a variety of classic Lindy Hop, newer variations, and a focus on partnering, musicality, technique and style.
  • Also on Sundays we have a new class on Variations Aplenty! 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 class is aimed at intermediate to higher up Lindy Hop dancers and no partner is required.

We are always striving to bring new people into the dance community and classes are a great first step! Most of our new students come from recommendations and we really appreciate all of your help to keep our community growing and thriving! If you have any friends interested in getting into dancing, please pass on the info!

Registration is open. Check the website for more information.

Check the website for details.

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