East Coast Swing
or
Rock 'n' roll
The East Coast Swing, also known as Rock'n'roll dance or Rock, is probably one of the most popular swing dances worldwide. This dance has been influenced by Lindy Hop, Boogie Woogie, Be-Bop and other dances. A Rock 'n' roll dancer can dance with Boogie dancers or Lindy Hoppers. The student will learn the six-beat base step, how to turn, how to have great style and perform sophisticated moves. Rock 'n' roll is definitely The Dance to know.
The dance couple perform Rock 'n' roll at level Beginner/ Intermediate.
BOOGIE WOOGIE
The Boogie Woogie is a swing dance which is very popular in Europe. It can be danced to Rock 'n' roll or Swing music - fast or slow, and requires a good sense of improvisation. It's a dance that has been influenced by the Lindy Hop, Break Dance and Rock Sauté (a choreographic dance with lots of footwork). The student will learn the "social Boogie Woogie": the Boogie danced during dance parties with any partner.
Lindy Hop
The Lindy Hop is an American dance which originated in Harlem, New York City in 1928. It is sometimes referred to as a street dance, referring to its improvisational and social nature. It is a very popular dance all around the world. Dancers will enjoy moves that involve footwork (kick and twist moves). The Lindy Hop can be danced to fast music as well as to slow music. A dancer of Lindy Hop is called a Lindy Hopper.
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Jazz Roots
The Jazz Roots, also called Traditional Jazz, Vernacular Jazz, or Authentic Jazz, originated in African-American communities in the 20's-30's. It is a solo or group dance with movements that come from African Dance and Tap dance. The term Jazz Roots appeared to differentiate the Jazz Dancing of the Swing years from Modern Jazz and Contemporary Jazz.
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