Jingle Bell Hop - Friday 9th December

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Lindy Hop on the Rock presents Jingle Bell Hop at Factory on December 9


Mark your calendars and save the date. Ring in the festive season with Lindy Hop on the Rock and dance the night away to a live jazz band. Formal wear encouraged.

We are excited to announce that we have assembled our very own jazz band for the evening comprised of Terry Campbell (trumpet), Josh Ward (bass), Daniel Neill (drums), Florian Hoefner (keyboard) and Chris Harnett (saxophone). 

December 9
$15 cover. This is a 19+ event.
Factory (208 Water St.)

As always, BEGINNERS ARE WELCOME! We'll have an introductory lesson to kick off the night, where we'll teach you the very basics, with a few cool moves to keep you going for the evening.

NO PARTNER REQUIRED!!! Bring as many people as you want - we'll make sure you're dancing all night long regardless of whether you show up with ten people or solo.

Here's the schedule:
10:00 pm: doors open
10:30 pm - 11:30 pm: beginner's swing dance lesson
11:30 pm: social dancing

PractiSwing - Friday 25th November

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A chance to practice your swing dance in an informal environment. It's not a class or necessarily social dancing, but a comfortable in-between. You can work on the things you've already learned and want to improve, share some new moves, play!

We'll provide the space and the music, and there'll be at least one experienced dancer to host and answer questions.

For beginners, we have a half-hour beginner lesson promptly at the start. This class will be a standalone class, and will work for people totally new to Lindy Hop as well as those in a beginner class already.

November 25
Admission $3
7:30 pm-10:30 pm
Arts and Culture Centre, MMMap Room, 2nd floor

New Session Start - Tuesday 8th November

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Hey swing kids! Join Lindy Hop on the Rock for the Fall session of swing dance lessons. Learn to dance, meet new friends, and have fun!

Preregistration opens on Thursday, October 27 at www.lindyhopontherock.com/registration/ 
SAVE 25% on class admission if you preregister!

WHERE
The Landing @ MUN, UC 2018

WHEN
Please arrive 10 minutes early for registration on the first day of class!
Classes take place every TUESDAY for 6 consecutive weeks, from Tuesday November 8th to Tuesday December 13th. Each class is 70 minutes.
Registration: 8:00pm - 8:20pm
Beginner A & B class: 8:20pm
Intermediate class: 6:50pm
Social dance: 9:20pm ($3 entry fee, free when you register)

PRICE
$40/6 weeks of class ($30 if you preregister.)

PAYMENT
Registration fees must be PAID IN FULL at the beginning of the FIRST CLASS of each new session of classes. A registration table will be present at front entrance of the Landing where you can confirm pre-registration and discounted payment, or register at the door.

PAYMENT METHODS
-Lindy Hop on the Rock accepts payments by the following methods:
-Cash (at the door only)
-e-Transfers sent to lindyhopontherock@gmail.com (visit the pre-registration page for more information)

PractiSwing - Halloween Edition - Friday 28th October

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Celebrate Halloween with swing dancing! Dress up in a costume for the night and dance to some bootacular swing songs. Feel free to bring candy or anything goulish! 

A chance to practice your swing dance in an informal environment. It's not a class or necessarily social dancing, but a comfortable in-between. You can work on the things you've already learned and want to improve, share some new moves, play!

We'll provide the space and the music, and there'll be at least one experienced dancer to host and answer questions.

For beginners, we have a half-hour beginner lesson promptly at the start. This class will be a standalone class, and will work for people totally new to Lindy Hop as well as those in a beginner class already.

Admission $3
Arts and Culture Centre, MMMap Room, 2nd floor
7:30pm-10:30pm

New Session Start - Tuesday 20th September

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A new session of swing dance classes starts Tuesday, September 20th @ MUN at The Landing. Absolute beginners are welcome and there is NO PARTNER REQUIRED!**

Preregistration opens on Friday, September 16th at www.lindyhopontherock.com/registration/ 
SAVE 25% on class admission if you preregister!

WHERE
The Landing @ MUN, UC 3018

WHEN
Please arrive 10 minutes early for registration on the first day of class!
Classes take place every TUESDAY for 6 consecutive weeks, from Tuesday September 20th to Tuesday October 25th. Each class is 70 minutes.
Registration: 8:00pm - 8:20pm
Beginner A & B class: 8:20pm
Intermediate class: 6:50pm
Social dance: 9:20pm ($3 entry fee, free when you register)

PRICE
$40/6 weeks of class ($30 if you preregister.)

PAYMENT
Registration fees must be PAID IN FULL at the beginning of the FIRST CLASS of each new session of classes. A registration table will be present at front entrance of the Landing where you can confirm pre-registration and discounted payment, or register at the door.

PAYMENT METHODS
-Lindy Hop on the Rock accepts payments by the following methods:
-Cash (at the door only)
-e-Transfers sent to lindyhopontherock@gmail.com (visit the pre-registration page for more information)

For more information about us check out www.lindyhopontherock.com or follow us on Twitter @lindyhoponrock. Contact us by email at lindyhopontherock@gmail.com

PractiSwing - Friday 16th September

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Our next PractiSwing takes place on Friday September 16th at 19:30 in the MMaP Gallery, Arts and Culture Centre.

A chance to practice your Swing dance in an informal environment. It's not a class or necessarily social dancing, but a comfortable in-between. You can work on the things you've already learned and want to improve, share some new moves, play!

We'll provide the space and the music, and there'll be at least one experienced dancer to host and answer questions.

For beginners, we have a half-hour beginner lesson promptly at the start. This class will be a standalone class, and will work for people totally new to Lindy Hop as well as those in a beginner class already.

Admission $3

Lindy Hop on the Rock @ Rocket Bakery

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Come on down to Rocket Bakery every Tuesday evening in August for your chance to catch St. John's Swing dancers shake a leg. 

We'll be social dancing to big band jazz in the Orbit Room with a few instructors on hand for any patron interested in learning a few basics steps. Beginners are encouraged to come on out and ask us to dance! 

Where: The Rocket Bakery Orbit Room (in the back room of the main dining area)
Time: Tuesday 7-9pm for the month of August.

August 9, 16, 23

PractiSwing - Friday 5th August

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Our next PractiSwing takes place on Friday August 5th at 19:30 in the MMaP Gallery, Arts and Culture Centre.

A chance to practice your Swing dance in an informal environment. It's not a class or necessarily social dancing, but a comfortable in-between. You can work on the things you've already learned and want to improve, share some new moves, play!

We'll provide the space and the music, and there'll be at least one experienced dancer to host and answer questions.

For beginners, we have a half-hour beginner lesson promptly at the start. This class will be a standalone class, and will work for people totally new to Lindy Hop as well as those in a beginner class already.

Admission $3

PractiSwing - Friday 22nd July

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Our next PractiSwing takes place on Friday July 22nd at 19:30 in the MMaP Gallery, Arts and Culture Centre.

A chance to practice your Swing dance in an informal environment. It's not a class or necessarily social dancing, but a comfortable in-between. You can work on the things you've already learned and want to improve, share some new moves, play!

We'll provide the space and the music, and there'll be at least one experienced dancer to host and answer questions.

For beginners, we have a half-hour beginner lesson promptly at the start. This class will be a standalone class, and will work for people totally new to Lindy Hop as well as those in a beginner class already.

Admission $3

LHotR goes to Corner Brook! - Saturday July 23rd

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Lindy Hop on the Rock is hopping to the West Coast for a weekend! Come on out on Saturday, July 23rd for a jumpin’ afternoon of dancing and big band jazz!

Have you ever wanted to learn how to dance the Lindy Hop? Well, here’s your chance. Guest teacher Lauren Bilinsky is visiting from St. John's for this special session. With her local (dance) partner in crime, Candice Pike, they're ready to teach beginners everything they’ll need to be confident out on the social dance floor.

Hoppers of all dance experience welcome! You don't even need to bring a partner. A smile and a water bottle are all you need! 

This DJ'ed dance after the lesson is sure to have everybody hoppin’ and boppin' too. 

So what are you waiting for? Come on out to the Dance Studio West (51 West Street), you can swing it!

- Beginner Lindy Hop dance lesson at 2:00-3:15 pm
- Social dancing 3:15-4:00 pm
- $10 per person
- No partner required!

Visit www.lindyhopontherock.com for more information.

Presented by DanceNL

PractiSwing - Friday 8th July

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Our next PractiSwing takes place on Friday July 8th at 19:30 in the MMaP Gallery, Arts and Culture Centre.

A chance to practice your Swing dance in an informal environment. It's not a class or necessarily social dancing, but a comfortable in-between. You can work on the things you've already learned and want to improve, share some new moves, play!

We'll provide the space and the music, and there'll be at least one experienced dancer to host and answer questions.

For beginners, we have a half-hour beginner lesson promptly at the start. This class will be a standalone class, and will work for people totally new to Lindy Hop as well as those in a beginner class already.

Admission $3

PractiSwing - Friday 24th June

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Our next PractiSwing takes place on Friday June 24th at 19:30 in the MMaP Gallery, Arts and Culture Centre.

A chance to practice your Swing dance in an informal environment. It's not a class or necessarily social dancing, but a comfortable in-between. You can work on the things you've already learned and want to improve, share some new moves, play!

We'll provide the space and the music, and there'll be at least one experienced dancer to host and answer questions.

For beginners, we have a half-hour beginner lesson promptly at the start. This class will be a standalone class, and will work for people totally new to Lindy Hop as well as those in a beginner class already.

Admission $3

Uncle Artie's Swing Dance Party - June 11th

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Hey Swing kids, the summer’s here and Lindy Hop on the Rock is kicking things off with Uncle Artie's Swing Dance Party at the Factory! Come on out on Saturday, June 11th for a jumpin’ evening of dancing and big band jazz!

Have you ever wanted to learn how to dance the Lindy Hop? Well, here’s your chance - we’ll have two experienced swing instructors to teach beginners everything they’ll need to be confident out on the social dance floor.

This DJ'ed event is sure to have everybody hoppin’ too with a special Swing era musical spotlight on Jazz legend, Artie Shaw!

So what are you waiting for? Don’t offer up any off time jive folks - come on out to the Factory, you can swing it!

Here's the skinny:
- Doors open 10 pm
- Beginner Lindy Hop dance lesson 10:30 pm-11:30 pm
- Social dancing 11:30 pm until late
- $10 cover
- No partner required!
- 19+ event