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What is West Coast Swing?
West Coast Swing (WCS) was a dance developed from Lindy Hop in the United Stateas a response to changing music styles and was recognised as a separate dance in the early 1960s. It is very popular in the US and is danced to slow blues, pop and R&B music. It is characterised by being danced in a slot, the use of syncopations and the emphasis on musical interpretation. There is also an emphasis on the lead-follow partnership and the opportunity for both partners to play. It is, at its heart, a social dance but also has a strong competition presence in the US.
Jumptown Swing currently offers 6-week beginner courses in West Coast Swing, and an intermediate class for those who have some experience of West Coast Swing.
Classes
* 6:30-7:30pm Beginners - no previous dance experience required. Runs over a six week cycle.
* 7:30-8:30pm Intermediate - prerequisite: have done Beginners course.
Once you have graduated from the Beginners class to the Intermediate class, you can enjoy both classes for just $14.
Cost: $14 per night
Venue: The Space Dance Studio - downstairs at Civic Bus Interchange on East Row Civic (next door to IGA supermarket)
Class passes are also available
* Jumptown Jumpstart 6-week passes for use in Beginner Class - $70
* Jumptown 10-class passes for use in any Jumptown class - $110
Teachers
Mark and Courtney
Russell and Miranda
For further details contact Russell on 0404-849463 or via email. Private lessons are also available. Contact us for more details.
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