Classes & Workshops

Check out our current and upcoming dance classes listed below. Students taking any weekday class can attend our Weekly Tuesday Open Dance for FREE.

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 Hop Fundamentals, Continuing Lindy Hop and Special Topics (like Charleston, Collegiate Shag or Solo Jazz)


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HOW TO REGISTER
Most of our classes do not require pre-registration, but it sure helps us plan better if you do! Be a pal and use the Sign Me Up form to pre-register for a class.
WHEN, WHERE, WHO
Please come fifteen minutes early to the first class for sign-in, shoe-changing and orientation. Most classes take place at the North Star Community Hall in Burlington. No partner is necessary to attend any class.
WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear comfortable clothes that allow freedom of movement and bring clean shoes with non-marking soles. Outside shoes, especially winter ones, cannot be worn on the dance floor.


Beginning Swing - MONDAYS in August
Mondays  Aug 5 - Aug 26
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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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!

    Note that the teachers will stay to play music for students to practice to for about 30 minutes as soon as the formal class time ends.

    For new dancers, this is a series class.  Please plan to start August 5th and come the whole month!  People who have taken Beginning Swing before are welcome to drop in any week to learn some new things and hone your dance skills.  No partner necessary.

    Details:
    Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week series
    Teacher: Luc and Christianna

    Please 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 Start Hall at 20 Crowley Street.

Lindy 1
Tuesdays  Aug 6 - Aug 27
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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    This class is a four-week series focused on learning and developing the fundamental moves and technique of Lindy Hop - the swing out and circle, basic variations, and tranistioning between 6- and 8-count moves. Whether you've worked on swing outs before or they're brand new for you, this class will help you hone your swing out 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: 4-5 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: Jean Elizabeth Shockley
    Location: North Star Community Hall
    Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week series 

    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 Start Hall at 20 Crowley Street.

    Questions? Please contact us as contact@vermontswings.com

Big Apple - August
Tuesdays  Aug 6 - Aug 27
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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    The Big Apple is both a partner dance and a circle dance that originated in the Afro-American community of the United States in the beginning of the 20th century.
    Check out its history.
    See it performed in the 1939 movie "Keep Punching'"  by Whitey's Lindy Hoppers, choregraphed by Frankie Manning, and also starring Frankie and Norma Miller.

    We'll break down the steps of this fun and energetic group dance through this 4-week class series.  The expectation is that you're able to commit to all 4-weeks to learn the entire dance.
    No partner needed.

    Please pre-register on this page to let us know how many dancers are interested.

    Teachers: Luc and Lisa
    Location: North Star Community Hall downstairs Oak Room

    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 Start Hall at 20 Crowley Street.

Continuing Swing - Tuesdays in September
Tuesdays  Sep 3 - Sep 24
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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    This class is a four-week series teaching a variety of fun swing figures that can be used in a wide variety of swing dance styles, including Rock 'n' Roll Swing, and Lindy Hop. 
     
    Prerequisite: This class does NOT require any ability with Lindy Hop swing-outs, 8-count footwork, or triple steps.  However the student must already have mastered and be comfortable with the moves and skills taught in the Beginning Swing class, including six-count footwork and lead & follow skills.

    Details
    Teacher: Terry Bouricius and Cate Lamb
    Location: North Star Community Hall
    Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week series

    Pre-register on this page.

    No partner necessary. 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 the instructor at terrybour@gmail.com
     

Lindy 1 (Lindy Fundamentals) - Monday
Mondays  Sep 9 - Sep 30
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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    This four-week series focuses on the signature move of Lindy Hop - the swing out!  We'll get comfortable with 8 count footwork and learn the connection and momentum that make swing outs exhilerating.  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! 

    This is a Monday class, so we'll have at least 30 minutes after class to social dance, practice, and answer questions, so plan to stay until 8:00 if you can!

    Prerequisite: 4-5 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: Sarah King and Lily Elberty
    Location: North Star Community Hall
    Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week series 

    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

Questions about a class? Write to us at contact@vermontswings.com.

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