Lessons
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PSDC offers 3 levels of month-long progressive Lindy Hop lessons, as well as a variety of workshops and special topics classes. Whether you're dancing for the very first time or you've been swinging out for years, we have something for you!
Series are typically 4-weeks long and start anew each month.
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Lindy Hop 1 - Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm
During this 4-week progressive lesson you'll learn about Lindy Hop's African American roots, connecting with a dance partner, and fundamental 8-count rhythms and moves - including the SWING OUT, the most iconic shape in Lindy Hop!
No experience, and no partner needed. Lindy Hop is a social dance - expect to change partners throughout class. We recommend wearing smooth-soled shoes, comfortable clothing, and bring a water bottle!
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Lindy Hop 2 - Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm
Expand on what you learned in Lindy Hop 1 with Lindy Hop 2. Lindy Hop 2 delves deeper into skills and technique which will help you communicate clearly with dance partners and connect more freely with the music. You'll learn new shapes, rhythms, and learn more about the history of Lindy Hop and Jazz music. This level consists of FOUR months of rotating topics:​​​ Lindy 2A: "Building Up Basics;" Lindy 2B: "6-Count & Other Rhythms;" Lindy 2C: "Spins & Turns;" Lindy 2D: "Lindy Hop & Partnered Charleston."
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You can join Lindy Hop 2 at any month - just make sure to complete all four months of topics before moving on to Lindy Hop 3!
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Lindy Hop 3 - Sundays, 2:00-3:00pm
For dancers who feel confident about Lindy 2 content, Lindy Hop 3 is the place for you! Topics are selected based on dancer interests, instructor passions, and more! Lindy Hop 3 series may focus on topics like musicality, advanced shapes and variations, choreographed routines, solo jazz + Lindy Hop, and more!
Stick around after class for our Open Practice from 3:00-4:00pm. Open Practice is open to ALL dancers, not just Lindy Hop 3!
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Special Topic Lessons & Series
If there is a 5th Wednesday in a month, PSDC may offer a 1-hour special topic lesson. Topics range from "Jumping into Jam Circles," to "Why does the music 'swing'?" or learning the Shim Sham - a classic solo jazz routine!
In addition to Lindy Hop, we occasionally offer "Intro to...." series aimed at introducing Lindy Hoppers to related dance styles including Balboa, Solo Jazz, Blues, St. Louis Shag, and Collegiate Shag.
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Weekend Workshops
Much like Special Topics, our workshops vary widely in topic. Workshops are typically 2-3 hours long on Saturday afternoons.
