Just as swing dancers need to get comfortable with both 6 and 8 count patterns, Charleston is a key foundation to conversational swing dancing. Come join this beginner + class with Lisa and Luc integrating Charleston into the swing patterns you already know. 

This month, we’ll be exploring variations, improvisation, and connection. If you are looking to have a deeper understanding of the structures of Lindy Hop and how to play within them, this class is for you! We also will be exploring more advanced Charleston moves incorporated into Lindy Hop. Join us to expand your repertoire and bring fresh energy to your dancing!

If you’ve completed Lindy 1 (Lindy Fundamentals) and are comfortable with eight-count footwork and able to do a swing out from open, swing out from closed and lindy circle, this class is perfect for you. 

Join us to bring fresh energy to your Lindy Hop!

Details:
*Prior approval needed to take this as a drop-in class*
Cost: Cost: $15/$10 for students, $50/$40 for the 4-week series 
Instructors: Eric Recchia and Jessie Blake
Prerequisite: Have taken Lindy 1 (formerly Lindy Hop Fundamentals) or ability to comfortably move between 6 count and 8 count footwork, including a swing out and lindy circle.

Please pre register on the Vermont Swings website.

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.

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 March 4th and come the whole month! No partner necessary.

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

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 Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street.

This four-week series is designed for dancers who have done some solo jazz before and want to learn a solo jazz routine to perform at the end of the month! Solo jazz is a name commonly used by swing dancers to describe solo dance movements that are a part of the original jazz dances created in African-American communities during the late 1800s through mid 1900s, to jazz and swing music. We'll cover the fundamental solo jazz moves, from basic steps to rhythm variations, all while focusing on musicality, expression, and improvisation. Whether you're new to solo jazz, new to dancing in general, or just looking to improve your solo dancing, this class will provide you with the tools to confidently shine on the dance floor. 

Note: North Star Community Hall will be unavailable the week of April 22, so we're skipping that week and class will meet April 1, 8, 15, and 29.

With simple footwork and fun moves, Collegiate Shag is a dance that’s easy to do to fast music and guaranteed to put a smile on your face. In this 4-week long, we'll be covering the basic footwork and variations, as well as fun, easy, and stylish moves to get you out and shagging on the dance floor! This class is suitable for those who are new to shag but have previous experience with swing dancing or it will be a great refresher for those who haven’t taken a shag class in a while as we will be featuring new moves. Join us for laughter, smiles, and awesome dancing! 

What is Collegiate Shag?  Check it out here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVV7Jydg4sI&t=17s

Note: North Star Community Hall will be unavailable the week of April 22, so we're skipping that week and class will meet April 1, 8, 15, and 29.

Teachers: Eric Recchia and Jessie Blake
Location: North Star Community Hall (formerly known as Champlain Club)
Cost: $15 ($10 for students, $50 for the 4 week series)

Please bring a change of clean, non-marking shoes to protect our wooden dance floor.
Pre-register on this page. Vaccinations and masking are encouraged, but are no longer required.
Questions? Please contact us as contact@vermontswings.com

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 April 1st and come the whole month! No partner necessary.

Note: North Star Community Hall will be unavailable the week of April 22, so we're skipping that week and class will meet April 1, 8, 15, and 29.