We are hosting a full day of swing workshops on Saturday, June 27th. (flyer)

 

We are pleased to offer these workshop taught by Quinn & Clay Fosberg of Post Falls.

 

Lunch will be provided between Sessions 2 and 3.

 

Session 1 - Fundamentals of Swing 

8:45 a.m. Check-in, 9:00-10:00 Session 1  Click Here to Register

In this beginner session we will cover the basics of the following concepts

• Frame and Connection

• Footwork - triple step vs single step in ECS

• Rhythm and pulse

Shapes and patterns in ECS

 

Session 2 - Beyond the Basics 

10:15 a.m. Check-in, 10:30-11:30 Session 2  Click Here to Register

In this session we will build on moves that have been taught in the 5 week ECS series.

You should click through to reference those moves from the 5 week series.

Things that might be covered in this session could include:

• Creative combinations

• Alternative leads for the same move

• Fun follow hijacks

• Frankies 6's

• How to create new moves using "what if?" questions

Note: what we actually cover in this session is highly dependent on attendees wants, needs, and skill levels.

 

Session 3 - Mechanics of the Swing Out and 8-count Lindy Hop 

 1:15 p.m. Check-in, 1:30-2:30 Session 3  Click Here to Register

In this session we will cover the basics of the swing out. This will include breaking down each step, the lead and follow communication and experience throughout the swing out, and the common variations of the swing out.

 

Session 4 - Jazzing up your dancing 

 2:45 p.m. Check-in, 3:00-4:00 Session 4  Click Here to Register

In this session we will cover some of our favorite footwork variations and styling techniques. (This may necessitate a crash course on music structure and musicality.) Some variations might include: scissor kicks, swivels, 8-count breaks, shuffle slide, mess around