Workshops
Which track fits me?
Choose the track that contains the most statements you identify with in your dancing* (BE HONEST for your own learning success and the learning of others in the class):
*Instructors may ask participants to change tracks at their discretion.
Track 1
I am confident dancing 6-count swing and have some familiarity will 8-count footwork.
I want to solidify my basics and transitions to make them really clear and comfortable.
I want to expand the repertoire of moves I can lead/follow.
Lindy Hop is like a magical unicorn and I'm still trying to find it.
Track 2
I can easily transition between 6-count and 8-count footwork without missing a beat.
I can comfortably and successfully lead/follow a swing out and even pull off cool variations.
I want to learn more Lindy Hop that focus on technique, musicality, and rhythms.
Lindy Hop is my pet unicorn.
Track 3 (Audition Video Submission Required*)
I have a solid technique in rhythm, timing, and body awareness, as well as the ability to maintain a clear connection with partners in both open and closed positions.
I am comfortable dancing at both slow and fast tempos and improvising with advanced musicality.
I can pick up complex variations and adapt to musicality-focused or role-switching exercises without difficulty.
I am a Lindy Hop unicorn.
*Track Placement is not guaranteed
Saturday Classes*
Track 1 w/ Akemi & Bobby (Iris Club)
10:00 am - 11:00 am: "Harlem 6s" & Footwork Freedom
We'll learn one of the great Harlem Lindy Hop combos as done by Frankie Manning and others, and use it to explore our footwork freedom.
11:10 am - 12:10 pm: Putting the swing in "Swing out"
O, the almighty swing out. How many ways can we love it? Let's try to find out.
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: 30's Lindy Charleston
Let's do some Hand-to-Hand Charleston, and learn why it's one of the most playful of the Charlestons.
Track 2 w/ Kyra & Charlie (Iris Club)
10:00 am - 11:00 am: Perfect Pop
Technique oriented class focused on pop turns.
11:10 am - 12:10 pm: Charleston Shapes and Transitions
Includes a fun and challenging exit from sailor kicks!
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Follow Fun!
Learn how Kyra adds to the dance and how Charlie responds so that there is clear communication when choices are made.
Track 3 w/ Erin & Nathan (West Art)
10:00 am - 11:00 am: Advanced Lindy Laboratory*
11:10 am - 12:10 pm: Advanced Lindy Laboratory*
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Advanced Lindy Laboratory*
*Across the three hours Erin and Nathan will share their specific approach to the dance. Be ready to share goals and challenges in your own dancing.
All tracks - Elective classes
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm:
- Elective 1 w/ Erin & Nathan: Creative Movement
An approach to movement that will invigorate your creativity and sense of artistry! Not lindy hop, but will make your lindy hop shine!
- Elective 2 w/ Bobby: A Down-and-dirty History of Lindy Hop.
Let's sprint through a century of dance history.
*subject to change
Sunday Classes*
Track 1 w/ Kyra & Charlie (Iris Club)
10:00 am - 11:00 pm: Tuck Turn Trainer
Unpack, refine, and change this classic move that's anything but basic.
11:10 pm - 12:10 pm: California-ish Routine
With a condensed version of the California Routine, we'll work on technique for faster and more efficient dancing.
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Texas Tommy and Friends
Perfect the Texas Tommy and augment your repertoire with some fun variations.
Track 2 w/ Erin & Nathan (Iris Club)
10:00 am - 11:00 am: Flowing
Learn the logic of "which moves go where" that will instantly advance your dance.
11:10 am - 12:10 pm: Stepping
The quality of timing and approaching the swing that enhances partnership and joy.
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Dancing!!!
Learn a routine that captures the dream of what is possible in social lindy hop.
Track 3 w/ Akemi & Bobby (West Art)
10:00 am - 11:00 am: Super Turns
Jump turns, barrel turns, line turns, oh my! Let’s get dizzy--- Er, we mean, crazy.
11:10 am - 12:10 pm: The Art of the Sugar Push
Sugar Pushes are incredibly playful. We'll dive into lots of options.
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Made to Shine
We'll explore moves and movements seen in the Harvest Moon Ball, the great Lindy Hop Competition that showcased Harlem Lindy Hop for more than five decades. These moves are designed to grab attention (and be really satisfying).
All tracks - Elective classes
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm:
- Elective 1 w/ Erin & Nathan: Intro to Tap
No experience or tap shoes necessary. Learn a fun routine to start exploring rhythm and sound!
- Elective 2 w/ Akemi & Bobby: Intro to Trick Steps & Air Steps**
The art of flying and throwing is a complex one, almost a whole other dance form requiring very specific skills and strength. We'll get started on that journey, focusing on safety, spotters, and, of course, having a blast.
**REQUIREMENT: IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS CLASS, YOU MUST ATTEND WITH A PARTNER.