"Stuff & Things Every Lindy Hopper Should Know" with Christian & Jenny
Saturday December 1st, 12-3 pm
This special Saturday workshop will feature three individual hours of essential lindy hop vocabulary. Prerequisite: ability to execute the 8-count swingout and high level of comfort with basic 6-count patterns. This workshop is meant for intermediate-level dancers and above who have a solid foundation in basic swing dancing and wish to build their vocabulary and work towards more advanced abilities in leading and following. Students are welcome to take one, two, or all three classes. No partner required.
12:00 pm Lindy Hop Vocabulary Every Dancer Should Know ~ possible material includes texas tommy, sailor step, sugar push, mini dip, breaks, and switches
1:00 pm Essential Footwork Variations ~ kick ball changes, scissor kicks, sweeps, kick steps, slip slops, heel-toes, grape vines
2:00 pm Classic Moves by Frankie Manning ~ learn the classic moves and oft-quoted signatures of the "Ambassador of Lindy Hop"
Location: Studio Forte, 2907 Sutton Ave, St. Louis, Missouri 63143