Registration Now Open: Join us February 25th 2025 for More Lindy Hop Dance Classes

Hey everyone,

Thanks for braving the elements and picking up the Lindy Hop in January! You’re all making serious progress–keep it up!

Well, we’re starting up classes again on Tuesday, February 25th so we hope to see you all again. It’s also a new intake point for beginners, so if you know someone you missed out on the fun last session, feel free to invite them out to the community. Whether you're new to dancing, started dancing with us in the fall, or Winter, we’ve got lots of fun new material for you to learn.

Also, the ‘Concepts’ level class is starting up too. If you’re a regular dancer or have been taking Beginner class with us for a year, we’ve got new material, and content that hasn’t been covered for some time, so be sure to come check it out.

See you soon!

For Registration Details Visit:
https://lindyhopontherock.com/registration

Not sure what class is right for you? Check out the classes page, or drop us a line at lindyhopontherock@gmail.com.

Registration is now open for 2025!

Hey everyone,

Happy holidays! Boy, the Holiday Swing Dance Party was a lot of fun! Thanks to all the volunteers and for our lovely community members for coming out to celebrate Lindy Hop on the Rock’s 11th year(!) with an amazing jazz band! This night is for you guys, so we hope you all had fun : )

Before everyone heads home for a longer winter’s nap, we’re happy to announce that registration is now open for the first session of 2025.

We’re starting classes on Tuesday, January 14th and look forward to seeing your faces again in the new year! Whether you're an absolute beginner, started dancing with us in the fall, are joining the Concepts level class–or are a diehard–we’ve got even more cool stuff to show you in 2025!

So start the new year on the right foot…or the left if you’re a leader (that’s a Lindy Hop joke, ha!) and register today.

For Registration Details Visit:
https://lindyhopontherock.com/registration

Not sure what class is right for you? Check out the classes page, or drop us a line at lindyhopontherock@gmail.com.

Registration is now open for Fall 2024 Classes! 

Hey Swing Dancers!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 'Lindy Hop on the Dock' social events this summer. It was wonderful to reconnect with familiar faces and welcome new dancers eager to learn Lindy Hop in the warm summer months.

As the temperature cools, we’re excited to move our classes indoors for another fantastic season of Swing Dance! Registration is now open for our Fall 2024 session, starting Tuesday, September 24th, at Wesley United Church. We’re offering Lindy Hop classes for all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced dancers. No partner is required to join in the fun!

Register Now for Fall 2024 Lindy Hop Classes

Which Class is Right for Me?

Beginner Class
If you're new to Lindy Hop or partnered dancing in general, the Beginner class is perfect for you. We’ll cover the basics and provide a solid foundation while ensuring the material stays fresh. If you’ve already completed the Beginner class 3 or more times and are ready for more, please talk to your instructors about joining the Concepts class.

Concepts Class
For intermediate to advance dancers, the Concepts class explores advanced Lindy Hop technique by building on the fundamentals you've learned in Beginner. Expect an exciting new curriculum in 2024! Registrants of the Concepts class are always welcome to attend the Beginner class whenever they need a refresher—free of charge.

Happy dancing!

- Lindy Hop on the Rock

Swing into Spring! Class Registration Now Open 🎶

Hey Swing Dancers!

Thanks for joining us for the February 2024 session of Lindy Hop partnered classes! It was super inspiring to see your progress throughout the session!

Listen, we've got even more great stuff coming up that you won't want to miss!

Here are the deets:

Social Dance Event with a Solo Jazz Class
Friday, April 5th 2024

We’re having a Social dance event with an all-levels Solo Jazz class on Friday, April 5th, 2024. It’s a great opportunity to hang out with other participants, and practice what you've learned in class. PLUS, we're offering a 1-hour all-levels Solo Jazz class to take your Lindy Hop skills from good to great!
 

Dance Classes: Beginner and Concepts
Tuesday, April 9th, 2024

Registration is now open for the next block of classes! If you're new to the Lindy Hop, or you're inviting a friend who's new to Lindy Hop, we recommend registering for the Beginner level class. If you've taken the Beginner class in January, February, and in Fall 2023, please register for the Beginner class once more, as we’ll be covering exciting new fundamentals that you haven’t seen.

That said, if you've taken the Beginner class three or more times AND feel ready for more challenge, please talk to your instructor about joining the Concepts class for intermediate/advanced Lindy Hop techniques. 

For participants who register for the Concepts class this Spring, you're welcome to attend the Beginner class whenever you need a refresher–free of charge!

Register Today!

- Lindy Hop on the Rock

Upcoming Classes & Events Winter 2024

Hey Swing Dancers!

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the January 2024 session of Lindy Hop partnered class! It was one of the largest, and most enthusiastic groups we’ve had in the last 10 years! So glad to see you out on the dance floor. Here are a few upcoming events to help sweat out the cabin fever this winter:

Social Dance Event:
Date: Friday, February 23rd 2024

We’re having a Social dance event with an all-levels class on Friday, February 23rd, 2024. It’s a great opportunity to hang out with other participants, practice what you’ve learned in class, and have fun. There will also be an all-levels speciality topic class that you won’t want to miss–details to follow!

Next 4-Week Session of Dance Classes: Beginner and Concepts
Date: Tuesday, February 27th, 2024

Don’t stop learning the Lindy Hop now, when you’re all doing so great! We’ve just opened up registration for the next block of classes starting Tuesday, February 27th. Keep it up!

If you're new to the Lindy Hop or you're inviting a friend who's new to Lindy Hop, we recommend registering for the Beginner level class. 

If you've taken the Beginner level class in January (or once in Fall 2023) please register for the Beginner class once more, as we’ll be covering exciting new fundamentals that you haven’t seen yet.

If you've taken the Beginner class four or more times, please talk to your instructor about joining the Concepts class for more intermediate/advanced concepts. 

Bonus offer: For participants who register for the "Concepts" class this Winter, you're welcome to also attend the Beginner class whenever you need a refresher – free of charge!

We almost hit classroom capacity in January, so please register early to avoid disappointment : )

- Lindy Hop on the Rock

Celebrate 10 years of Lindy Hop on the Rock!

Happy holidays Swing cats!

Lindy Hop on the Rock is ringing in the next decade of Swing dancing in St. John’s with the upcoming Holiday Swing Dance party with live Jazz!

Dress to impress and dance the night away to musical talents of:

-Terry Campbell–Trumpet
-Chris Harnett–Sax
-Brian Way–Keys
-Josh Ward–Bass
-Jacob Slous–Drums

The evening begins with a 1-hour Lindy Hop beginner lesson (no partner required!) – a great introduction for those that have always wanted to Lindy Hop! There will also be a performance and other surprises. Don’t miss it!

To learn more and to purchase your tickets, visit the registration page.


Fall 2023 Registration Now Open: Classes for all levels!

Howdy Swing cats,

Hope everyone had a great summer!

It was super rad to see all your faces–both familiar and new– at ‘Lindy Hop on the Dock’ pop-up dances at Harbour Side park. Thanks for coming out!

Well, with fall just around the corner it’s time that we scurry back inside to our lovely wooden dance floor at the Wesley United Church for some proper dance classes.

With a roof over our heads we’ll turn the heat up on some new Lindy Hop partnered dance classes curated for the absolute beginner. Additionally, the lovable Concepts class will be back for regular dancers.

Classes start Tuesday, September 19th. We’ll be featuring brand new material, plus topics that haven’t been in rotation for sometime. Don’t miss out!

Hotdog, we’re so excited! We hope you’ll come on out and shake a leg with Lindy Hop on the Rock :- )
Head over to the registration page to register online today.

Registration open for Lindy Hop Dance Class + Swing Dance Social

Hey Swing dancers,

Registration is now open for the upcoming Swing dance social with a Solo Jazz intro class! We hope you’ll join us to learn some new steps to Jazz up your Lindy Hop.

Also, registration is now open for the next session of Lindy Hop Dance classes too. Hope to see you all there!

Swing Dance Social with Solo Jazz Class

Location
Wesley United Church 
Time
March 21st, 2023
Solo Jazz Intro 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Social Dancing 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Entry 
$5.00

Register Online

Next Session of Lindy Hop Dance Classes

The next 4-week session of Lindy Hop dance classes begin Tuesday, April 4th, 2023.

Which class is right for you?

  1. If you're new to the Lindy Hop or you're inviting a friend who's new to Lindy Hop, we recommend registering for the Beginner level class. 

  2. If you've taken the Beginner level class one time, please register for the Beginner class level again as we'll be covering new fundamental material you won't want to miss. 

  3. If you've taken the Beginner class level twice, please feel free to register for the Concepts level class in April. 
    Bonus offer: For participants who register for the Concepts class this February, you're also welcome to attend the Beginner class for a refresher on the basics – free of charge!

Register Online

- Lindy Hop on the Rock

Details on Classes and a Swing Dance Social

Hey Swing dancers,

Brrrr it's cold out there, but we're just getting warmed up! More Swing dance classes for your dancing delight. We're also hosting a Swing Dance Social, a great opportunity to practice what you've learned in class, enjoy some classic Swing Jazz tunes, or have a chat with others in the St. John's Swing Dance community. Register today!

Next Session of Lindy Hop Dance Classes

The next 4-week session of Lindy Hop dance classes begin Tuesday, February 21st, 2023, we hope you'll join us again, or if you missed your chance before now's a great time to start learning!

Which class is right for you?

  1. If you're new to the Lindy Hop or you're inviting a friend who's new to Lindy Hop, we recommend registering for the Beginner level class. 

  2. If you've taken the Beginner level class one time, please register for the Beginner class level again as we'll be covering new fundamental material you won't want to miss. 

  3. If you've taken the Beginner class level twice, please feel free to register for the Concepts level class in February. Bonus offer: For participants who register for the Concepts class this February, you're also welcome to attend the Beginner class for a refresher on the basics – free of charge!

Register Online

Swing Dance Social

We're also thrilled to host another social dance event on Friday, February 10th at the Wesley United Church. We'll have a DJ'ed set of Swing Jazz music, so feel free to dress up and shake a leg with us!

Location
Wesley United Church 
Time
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Entry 
$5.00

Register Online

As always, the online registration will close on the Sunday before the first week of classes or when we reach venue capacity – whichever comes first. See you all soon!

- Lindy Hop on the Rock

Registration is now open for Winter 2023 classes!

Hey Swing Dancers!

Happy new year! We've opened up registration for the Winter Session! We hope you'll join us again.

Dance classes resume Tuesday, January 17th, 2023 with the same schedule as before.

Which class is right for you?

  1. If you're new to the Lindy Hop or you're inviting a friend who's new to Lindy Hop, we recommend registering for the Beginner level class. 

  2. If you've taken the Beginner level class one time, please register for the Beginner class again as we'll be covering new fundamental material you won't want to miss. 

  3. If you've taken the Beginner class twice, please feel free to register for the Concepts level class in January. Bonus offer: For participants who register for the "Concepts" class this Winter, you're welcome to also attend the Beginner class for a refresher on the basics – free of charge!

As always, the online registration will close on the Sunday before the first week of classes or when we reach venue capacity – whichever comes first. See you all soon!

Register for classes

- Lindy Hop on the Rock

Learn the Shim Sham! Tuesday November 29th 2022

Hey Swing dancers,

Before we break for the holidays we're going to have one more evening of social dancing PLUS we'll be teaching the Shim Sham!

That's right – if you're interested in learning this classic dance routine, now's your chance!

Online registration is now open to everyone. As with our classes, we have to limit capacity at our current venue, so please register early to avoid disappointment.

We hope to see you out on the dance floor!
- Lindy Hop on the Rock

Session 2 Class Registration is Now Open!

Hey Swing Cats!

Thanks to everyone who joined us in September. It was a lot of fun seeing both familiar faces and new dancers. Everyone did so well. Congrats!

We’re excited to open up class registration for Session number 2! We hope see you all again!

Dance classes resume Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 with the same schedule.

If you missed the September session, the Beginner class is a great place to start and is suitable for both absolute beginners and dancers who previously joined us in September. We’re covering the basics but also new material that you won’t want to miss!

Visit the Classes page for more information.

Important Note About Registration

Class space is limited. Head over to the registration page to secure your space in either the Beginner or Concepts class today.

Online registration will close on the Sunday before the first week of classes or when we reach venue capacity – whichever comes first.

Register Today>

We're Back! Fall 2022 Classes

Hey Swing dancers!

Thanks to everyone for coming out during the summer ‘Lindy Hop on the Dock’ events. It’s great to see so many people excited to learn about Swing dance!

We appreciate your patience over the past two years as we’ve had to balance the safety of our participants and volunteers against offering quality dance instruction and social dance events. We remain optimistic about the fall and so today, we’re happy to announce that we’ll be resuming Lindy Hop partnered dance on Tuesday, September 20th.

If you’ve ever wanted to learn the ‘Charleston’ or do a ‘Swing out,’ or find out why they call it the ‘Lindy Hop,’ our classes will help you take your first step towards becoming a Swing dancer. Collectively our instructors and volunteers have many years experience in teaching and practicing Lindy Hop and are eager to teach participants of all ages and skill levels.

It’s been a long wait for our organizers, community, and friends of Lindy Hop on the Rock and we’re all very excited to see new faces and familiar ones out on the dance floor again. The wait is almost over so stay tuned for upcoming announcement on class details and how to register for classes.

- Lindy Hop on the Rock

Learn the Shim Sham with Lindy Hop on the Rock

With the public health emergency still in effect for Newfoundland and Labrador, we wanted to take a moment to check in with members of our Swing dance community – how's everyone doing?

Self-isolation can be pretty…well, isolating. So, we encourage you to stay in touch with your classmates, instructors, and other members of the community as we support each other during Covid-19. One way to do that is by joining in discussion with our online community on Facebook.

Over the past few weeks, our activity feed has been hopping with posts from the community, whether its posting clips of yourself dancing in your living room, sharing Lindy Hop factoids, or linking the community to cool Swing dance clips. It's encouraging to see members of our community finding ways to stay positive and connected during these challenging times.

We look forward to the day when we can all dance together again, but just because we have to practice physical distancing, for now, it doesn't mean that we have to stop dancing!

It's the Shim Sham!

Today, Lindy Hop on the Rock would like to invite you to learn the Shim Sham routine with us. Whether you're doing it for the first time, or for the one hundred and first, we hope you'll take a moment to get up, stretch those legs and join us in doing this classic dance routine : )

History of the Routine

You may have seen some of the members doing this routine during our Tuesday evening social dances and wondered “what are they doing?” Well, in short, it's Lindy Hop's favourite line dance. Credited to Leonard Reed and Willie Bryant, the Shim Sham (originally the Shim Sham Shimmy) was originally an African American tap dance routine from the 1930s. It was performed at dance halls like the Cotton Club in Harlem, New York at the end of other main performances. Waitstaff, dancers, and musicians would get on stage and shuffle along to the dance which was seen as 'exotic' at the time.

During the 1980s Swing revival, one of the founding fathers of Lindy Hop, Frankie Manning, reintroduced a version of the dance, this time without tap shoes played to the song "'Tain't What You Do (It's The Way That Cha Do It)" by Jimmie Lunceford and His Orchestra."

Best of all, you can easily do the Shim Sham with only one dance partner – you!

The Shim Sham Shimmy is Fun to Do!

To help you get acquainted with the dance routine, Lindy Hop on the Rock Swing dance instructor, Caitlyn Hill, has put together a short video demonstration. Watch the video then practice till perfect alongside Caitlyn. In the weeks to come we'll provide you with a step-by-step tutorial to help you get the swing of the tricky sections as well as details on an opportunity to share your progress with the community.

Enjoy,
Lindy Hop on the Rock

Update on Lindy Hop on the Rock’s Response to COVID-19: All Activities Postponed Until Further Notice.

In light of new developments surrounding COVID-19 here in the province, weekly Swing dance classes and social dancing held Tuesday evening at the Elks Club are postponed until further notice. PractiSwing practice sessions held bi-weekly on Fridays at the MMaP Room in the Arts and Culture Center are also postponed until further notice. 

New Developments on COVID-19

The first presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador was announced Saturday evening by the province’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Janice Fitzgerald. As the situation surrounding the pandemic continues to evolve, it becomes increasingly vital that we each take an active role in reducing the risk of transmission of the disease to protect each other and vulnerable persons from becoming sick. 

Our Response

Lindy Hop on the Rock as a social dance club recognizes the increased risk that social dancing may present in the transmission of COVID-19 to its students, volunteers, and organizers. As such, we feel that by postponing all activities and practicing recommended COVID-19 prevention methods are among the best ways we can protect our membership.

Our response to COVID-19 follows the recommendations provided by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and other institutions in the province to practice social distancing during this time. Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN), an educational organization with whom we have had closes ties in the past, have announced the cancelation of classes and are recommending the postponement of non-essential gatherings and events of more than 25 people. While our activities are often below this suggested limit, we appreciate the concerns of our members surrounding COVID-19 and the ease of transmission during social dancing and are taking preventative measures as a result.

Lindy Hop on the Rock will continue to follow the development of COVID-19 carefully. In the case where the suspended activity is extended far into the future, we will explore other options on addressing class postponement.  Please check your inbox, our website, and social media channels in the weeks to come for further updates. 

For the latest news and updates on COVID-19, you can reference the following resources:

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html

https://www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19/#resources

What Do The Postponements Mean for Me?

 For Currently Registered Students

If you’ve registered for the Winter 2020 session of dance classes with Lindy Hop on the Rock, you will be notified by email, our website, and social media once classes resume. We’ll continue where we left off with class materials for the remaining four classes of this winter session on Tuesday evenings. Date and location to be announced.

For Volunteers

For those that have volunteered as PractiSiwng instructors, teaching assistances, DeeJays, door shift or setup personnel, and warm-up leads, revised schedules will be published in the weeks to come that reflects volunteer availability and newly scheduled class and PractiSwing dates. Board meetings will also be postponed until further notice.

For Lindy Hop on the Rock Performers

For those participating in performances, you should have already received notification by the Lindy Hop on the Rock Performance Committee. All upcoming rehearsals and performance events are postponed until further notice.

For Instructors

Classes are postponed until further notice. Once classes resume, we will continue from week 3 of the current Lindy Hop partnered dancing curriculum for levels 1, 2, and 3.

Stay Connected

Practicing the Government’s recommended social distancing to help reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 can be frustrating and isolating – all the more for members of a social dance club such as Lindy Hop on the Rock. In the meantime, we encourage you to stay connected with us through our online community on Facebook and other social media channels; we’re in this together as we each do our part in preventing further transmission of COVID-19.

Now is also a good time to check out Lindy Hop content shared by our community whether it’s watching old dance clips, reviewing routines, or listening to Swing Jazz! These materials are an important supplement to Lindy Hop classes. Don’t forget you can also practice your footwork or solo Jazz routines in the comfort of your home too.

We look forward to seeing you all again out on the social dance floor someday soon! In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns about Lindy Hop on the Rock’s response to COVID-19, please email us at lindyhopontherock@gmail.com, and we’ll respond to you as soon as we can.

Take care,

Lindy Hop on the Rock

Winter Formal Swing Dance Social - Friday, December 6th

Hey swing kids!

Come celebrate the holiday season with Lindy Hop on the Rock at our annual Winter Formal Swing Dance!

This year we’ll be dancing the Lindy Hop at the fan-favorite Elks Club with ample parking available. There’s a bar on site (please don’t drink and drive), and we’ll have have a selection of St. John’s finest Swing jazz DJ’s spinning up memories of yesteryear with the likes of count Basie, Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald.

We hope to see our current dance students come on out and celebrate their progress. Also for those first-time dancers considering taking classes with Lindy Hop on the Rock (next session starts Tuesday, January 7th 2020) you can start on the right foot (or left foot if you’re a leader) with our 1-hour introduction to Swing dance lesson - best of all, no partner required to take part!

There will also be an opportunities to catch a few dance performances throughout the evening…and even a guest appearance by old Saint Nick himself.* Wear something nice!

For more details and to save the date visit our Facebook event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/2508547642558213/

Cheers,
- Lindy Hop on the Rock

*Subject to availability

New Curriculum Details for Fall 2019

Changes to Swing Dance Curriculum

Starting Tuesday, September 10th, 2019, Lindy Hop on the Rock is happy to introduce a new and improved partnered Swing dance curriculum based on our students’ feedback.

The curriculum adds content including more Swing dance fundamentals to better prepare beginners and beginner/intermediate students to take the next steps towards higher level dancing with brand new class material to learn.

This new curriculum also offers greater flexibility for students that already have Swing dance experience from another dance studio in another city or who have taken a break from dancing for some time and want to get back into the swing of things.

If this is your first time registering for classes with Lindy Hop on the Rock, you can simply head on over to the Classes page for class descriptions and registration.

For students who have taken classes with Lindy Hop on the Rock in 2018/2019 or earlier, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the new structure before registering for the Fall classes.

Curriculum Changes Overview

Lindy Hop on the Rock now offers partnered Swing dance instruction across a total of three skill levels: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3.

  • Each of the three levels is broken down into multiple blocks of learning materials centered around a concept, a theme, a learning objective, etc.

  • Each block is made up of six consecutive weekly classes taught over a six-week period.

  • Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 classes take place on Tuesday evenings at the Elks Club.

  • Each class is 70-minutes in duration.

 Class material covered within a block of classes is designed to be suitable for a swing dance student of the corresponding level. For example, if a dance student is currently registered for Level 1, then they can expect that each block of the classes will present a suitable challenge whether they just entered the level for the first time or are continuing to the next block at that level.

Class Progression

The new curriculum is designed so that a typical student, having complete all available blocks from a level, should have the requisite skills to move to the next level. It is possible that you may be ready to move to the next level earlier if, for example, you have learned the prerequisite skills, and concepts through another Swing dance studio, workshops, private lessons, lots of social dancing, or obsessive practice :- )

Others still may need to work on certain aspects from a particular level longer or take the same block more than once – that’s fine too. Keep in mind it’s the amount of time spent social dancing after class, and not necessarily class time alone, that will typically affect your progress.

Okay, So Which Level Should I Register for?

If you’ve danced with Lindy Hop on the Rock in the past and are familiar with the older progression system, we’ve outlined a helpful conversion to help you choose the appropriate level for Fall 2019.

  • If you’ve taken Beginner A once then register for Level 1 this Fall.

  • If you’ve taken Beginner A twice or Beginner B at least once then register for Level 2 this Fall.*

  • if you’ve taken Beginner B three or more times, or Intermediate any number of times then register for Level 3 this Fall.

*Those who have done A twice, please note that the September 2019 session is being tailored to this transition, so please sign up for Level 2.

 

New Curriculum Level Descriptions

Check out the level descriptions below and in particular the requirements for each level. It’s your familiarity and comfort with aspects of the dance that matter most when choosing the appropriate level. The expectation is that students will do all the blocks in a level before registering for the next level.

This is a guideline. How much social dancing you do will affect where you should be, so check the requirements. If you are unsure, register for the lower level and check with your teachers in the first class.

During the first class, teachers may suggest moving to another level. This is so that you will be in the best class for you, so please respect their decision.

We will publish information about which blocks are being offered each session so that students can get a sense of what is going to be taught. This is currently a work in progress, so bear with us, and check back to the Classes page in the weeks to come.

Level 1: Introduction to Partnered Swing Dancing

This level is for those new to Swing Dance. You’ll learn some basic moves, rhythms, and footwork of Lindy Hop and get a sense of why we love this wonderful dance. Over two six-week sessions you should be comfortably able to dance in a social environment.

Blocks

1a: Lindy Hop basics, eight-count focus

1b: Lindy Hop basics, six-count focus

September 2019 session: 1a: Lindy Hop basics, eight-count focus

Level 2: Grow as a Dancer

Deepen your understanding of the dance with an introduction to the underlying concepts and techniques. You’ll get comfortable with a broader repertoire of moves and be introduced to Charleston and Solo Jazz, which are related dances whose moves we freely incorporate into Swing dancing. Topics include improvisation; style; floor craft; connecting to the music; what constitutes leading and following; variation of rhythm, steps, and connection.

Requirements

  • Can consistently do basic six- and eight-count footwork

  • Gliding in both counts

  • Basic move repertoire: Swing-out, circle, promenade, send-out, pass-by, tuck turn

  • Can find the first beat of an 8-count in the music most of the time

  • Are comfortable dancing socially and can do so safely

Blocks: Three blocks (2a, 2b, 2c)

September 2019 session: 2a: mixing six- and eight-count moves

 

Level 3: Get a Deeper Understanding

Here we’ll work on each element of technique, learning moves and variations that exemplify them. You’ll learn how these elements fit together, and how to improvise within them.

Requirements

  • Regular social dancing

  • Swing-outs and circles from open and closed, promenots, basic Charleston

  • Reasonable form: Posture, frame, pulse, footwork, connection, rhythm

  • Can recover without disrupting social dance when something goes wrong

  • Leaders: not too forceful, able to lead direction and rotation

  • Followers: Aware of continuing momentum, following the line, not over-anticipating

  • Body awareness: In control of their limbs, safe to dance with.

Blocks: Five blocks (3a, 3b, 3c, 3d, 3e)

Blocks will follow a theme, with classes of varied material built around one or more key concepts.

September 2019 session: 3a: Varying rhythm, footwork, and style

 

Fall Registration is Now Open!

So there you have it! A shiny new curriculum, new class materials, and new people to meet all make for happy feet. Head on over to the Registration page to register for Fall 2019 Swing dance lessons today.

A New Year, A New Location: Lindy Hop on the Rock Moves to the Elks Club!

Hey Swing cats! Hope you’re hanging in there. cuz we’re back in 2019 with a new year of swing dance classes in a brand new location. Thanks for the wait as we were working diligently behind the scenes to bring to you a new venue for 2019!

This year, we’re happy to announce that we’re moving one of our favorite and familiar dance halls - the Elks Club! In a super convenient location near Downtown St. John’s, the Elks Club boasts a glorious wooden floor for you to dance upon!

Not only are such lovely floors hard to come by in the St. John’s, they’re also much gentler on the feet and knees after a night of dancing.

We are also now able to offer you with ample free parking, and happy to note that there is a bar on site for an after class sociable beverage!

Otherwise, you can expect the same faces, the same jokes, and the same enthusiasm towards teaching you to dance the Lindy Hop.

Head on over to registration today and we’ll see you all on Tuesday, January 15th at the Elks Club!