Class Diary

The other side of the Swing Out

Balmain (Unity Hall Hotel)
07 Dec 2011

Whether you already dance with us at Swing Patrol Balmain, or you’re thinking of coming along to the classes, Welcome!

We've written a brief description of the classes & moves below. Take a look and let us know next class if you have any questions

Wednesday 7th December

Level 1: Let’s learn Lindy Hop

 

-      Basic footwork

o   Rock step, triple step, step, step, triple step

-          Swing out from open position

o   Leads, pull follow in on count 2

o   Follows, make sure you stay square to your partner’s shoulders

o   Rotate around on counts 4 & 5

o   Leads, let go of Follow on count 5 to complete the swing out

-          Outside turn

o   Same as swing out until count 4

o   Leads, start turning your follow clockwise on count 5

o   Tip: Follows, always keep your forearm in front of your face when turning

-          Swing out from open position

o   Leads, pull follow in on count 2

o   Follows, make sure you stay square to your partner’s shoulders

o   Rotate around on counts 4 & 5

o   Leads, let go of Follow on count 5 to complete the swing out

 

Level 2: Gender Bender

 

A really fun class with lots of laughs....but also lots to learn!

 

The reason behind a class like this is to make you think about your own dancing.

-          Am I too heavy as a Follow?

-          Are my leads strong & concise enough?

-          Am I actually following, or am I anticipating?

-          Am I man-handling my Follow?

 

Hopefully you left class with a greater understanding of Swing dancing, and a few things to put into practice next time you hit the floor!

 

 

 

 

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