Classes & Workshops
What class should I take?
Beginning Swing is different every month. You will learn swing dance footwork, rhythms and partner connection, and we will build your dance skills throughout the month. We encourage people to take these classes for 1-6 months.
Other classes expect you to be familiar with the skills learned in Beginning Swing. If you are not sure if you are ready for a class, check in with the instructor or email us to ask. Our other classes include a rotation of Lindy 1, Lindy 2, and Special Topics (like Charleston, Collegiate Shag or Solo Jazz)
Lindy 1 - Foundations
Tuesdays May 6 - May 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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This four-week series focuses on the signature moves of Lindy Hop - the swing out and circle! We'll get comfortable with 8 count footwork and learn the connection and momentum that make swing outs exhilarating. Whether you've worked on swing outs before or they're brand new for you, this class will help you hone your skills. We highly recommend dancers take this class several times to build a strong lindy hop foundation. Or if you’ve been dancing for years, this a great opportunity for a tune up!
Prerequisite: 2-5 months of beginning swing, or instructor approval. You should be comfortable with the triple step, the basics of swing partner connection, and common moves like an underarm pass or tuck turn. Unsure you're ready? Just ask a Vermont Swings instructor at any upcoming event.
Details:
Teacher: Eva Dixon and Brad Thompson
Location: North Star Community Hall
Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week seriesPlease pre register on this page.
Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks.
Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street.
Questions? Please contact us as contact@vermontswings.com
Tandem Charleston
Tuesdays May 6 - May 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Have you ever danced with a partner and ended up in Tandem/Shadow Charleston and thought, 'dang I wish I knew what to do from here'? Then this class is for you! Luc and Olya designed this series for students who have been taking classes for at least a few months and are interested in exploring how to get in and out of tandem and new tandem charleston movements.
This is a series class. Please plan to start May 6th and come the whole month! No partner necessary.
Details:
Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week series
Teachers:Luc and OlyaPlease pre register on this page.
Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks.
Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street.
Beginning Swing
Tuesdays May 6 - May 27
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Let's get you out on the dance floor!
In this class you'll learn the basics of swing dancing. You'll get moving to big band and swing music, learn how to communicate through lead and follow connection and get lots of practice with 6 count footwork. This class is great for beginning level swing students with any amount of experience (or no experience). We'll make sure to do something a bit different than last month so there will be something new for repeating students too!
This is a series class. Please plan to start May 6th and come the whole month! No partner necessary.
Details:
Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week series
Teacher: Eric and JessiePlease pre register on this page.
Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks.
Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street.
Lindy 2 - Integrating Solo Jazz into your Lindy Hop
Tuesdays May 6 - May 27
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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This course will focus on taking movements you've likely already learned (six count basic, tuck turn, pass, swing out, lindy circle, and maybe some others) and exploring how to incorporate different, possibly new, solo Jazz movements and rhythms into your leading and following. Luc and Olya are hoping that students have taken Lindy 1 at least once and feel comfortable with doing at least 6 and 8 count rhythms.
This is a series class. Please plan to start May 6th and come the whole month! No partner necessary.
Details:
Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week series
Teacher:Luc and OlyaPlease pre register on this page.
Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks. Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street.
“Rockin’ In Rhythm”- Fast Workshop with Megan and Philippe
Saturday Jun 1412:30pm - 2:00pm
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In this workshop you will gain tools to thrive on fast jazz tunes, you will build on the fundamentals of Swing dancing to be able to maintain your groove and connection with your partner at faster tempos. This can be geared towards all levels, or it can be leveled up to more intermediate dancers! This workshop is designed at Lindy 2 level speeds.
~Cost: $20
Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks. Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street. Please pre register on this page.
"The Heart of Swing!"-Fundamentals Workshop with Megan and Philippe
Saturday Jun 142:30pm - 4:00pm
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Easy does it! This workshop will help you get acquainted - or reacquainted - with the essentials of Swing. Philippe and Megan will share what they believe to be the core fundamentals of Swing and Jazz dances, and show you how to keep your dance grounded, intuitive, and musical.
~Cost: $20
Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks. Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street. Please pre register on this page.
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