Streaming "Intro to Beginner Partnered Swing Dancing" Class
We'll show you the basic footwork (6-count swing) and some simple moves and you'll have lots of time to practice to the big band swing music of the 1920s-40s in this one-hour online class.
What you need:
1. One lead and one follow who currently live in the same household. We're not encouraging you to dance with people outside your household because partner dancing requires you to be very close to each other. Who leads and who follows does not have to conform to traditional gender norms and we encourage siblings, roommates, and partners to try either role.
2. Comfortable footwear that is not too sticky on your floor surface. You'll need to be able to pivot and turn on the ball of your foot.
3. An open space in your home where you can see the computer screen and have enough room to dance a little. Hardwood floors are preferable, but a low-profile carpet is ok as long as you are wearing shoes that will not grip the floor. Arranging your camera so that we can see your whole bodies will help us help you!
4. A good attitude and a willingness to leave your criticism at the door! Learning new things can be challenging, and cutting your partner some slack while you cut a rug can go a long way.
What you need:
1. One lead and one follow who currently live in the same household. We're not encouraging you to dance with people outside your household because partner dancing requires you to be very close to each other. Who leads and who follows does not have to conform to traditional gender norms and we encourage siblings, roommates, and partners to try either role.
2. Comfortable footwear that is not too sticky on your floor surface. You'll need to be able to pivot and turn on the ball of your foot.
3. An open space in your home where you can see the computer screen and have enough room to dance a little. Hardwood floors are preferable, but a low-profile carpet is ok as long as you are wearing shoes that will not grip the floor. Arranging your camera so that we can see your whole bodies will help us help you!
4. A good attitude and a willingness to leave your criticism at the door! Learning new things can be challenging, and cutting your partner some slack while you cut a rug can go a long way.