How She Got Into Swing Dance Video – Devon Katheder

Devon Katheder Swing Dance Video

Hey there everyone! Devon Katheder (www.dkatheder.com) from Chi-town created this über-cute video outlining how she got into swing dance. I have to say that Devon’s story is all too familiar to a lot of dancers that I know. We all have to start somewhere and it’s usually from the same place – the beginning! Check out her beginning below…

So what-cha think? Did you have something similar in your dance background or perhaps you are just starting out and are experiencing something like this right now? Tell us about it! Share your reasons for getting into dance below!

New March-April Classes!

Matt & Cassie teaching a dance class

Hey there everyone! The next round of classes are ready to go and we’ve got class offerings on both Sunday and Wednesday nights! Classes are 6-weeks long and start March 8th and run until April 16th.

WEDNESDAYS 3/8 – 4/12
(Triangle Dance Studios, Studio #5)

6:30-7:30pm: The Variety Pack! (http://bit.ly/2lSUEG3)

SUNDAYS 3/12 – 4/16
(Triangle Dance Studios, Studio #5)

6:00-7:00pm: Beg. Lindy Hop (http://bit.ly/2dZhzkN)
7:00-8:00pm: Beg. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:00-9:00pm: Beg. Blues (http://bit.ly/2ew4TkP)

* $72 per 6-week class, $15 per day drop-in
* 4 people minimum to run a class, PayPal (preferred), credit, checks and cash are all accepted.
* No partner required!

Jump on over to the Class Sign-up page to get registered!

CLASS SIGN-UP

The Origins of Lindy Hop

What the heck is Lindy Hop and why do all of these people love it so much? What’s the big deal about it? Well friends, there is a story behind that and it just so happens that there’s a great little video about the origins of one of America’s favorite, original dances.

It’s amazing to see how a dance can break boundaries, bring people together and help shed limiting beliefs. Why do we not do this more often?

For those interested in learning more about the subject, here are a few places to check out:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Lindy_Hop
http://www.lindycircle.com/history/lindy_hop/
http://www.thelindyproject.com/about-lindy-hop/

Enjoy!

Clark Stern & Chuck Cotton at The Blue Note Grill 1/25

Clark Sten and Chuck Cotton

Hey all-

Chuck are Clark are playing with special guests over that the Blue Note Grill Wednesday, Jan 25th!

It’s from 8-10pm, so get there early and be ready to dance! For those that don’t know, Clark and Chuck are great at playing some of the best Jump Blues in the area which makes it great for swing dance, blues dance or any other type of dance you wanna do! They always play for the dancers and the energy that they bring is T-squared- terribly terrific!

And as always, be sure to show your support to the Blue Note Grill by grabbing some of there nommy food or buying a drink or two!

Here is the Facebook link to the event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1801962780053627/

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Jan Sunday Classes Start Tonight!

Matt & Cassie teaching a dance class

Our beginner series of classes for Jan-Feb start tonight and it’s not too late to join! Our Sunday night lineup of classes are a great mix of continuing classes geared for the getting those that have never social danced before moving in natural and fun ways! It’s great way to meet people and to kick off your week right! Check out the list that we got going on:

SUNDAYS 1/15 – 2/19
(American Legion)

6:00-7:00pm: Beg. Lindy Hop (http://bit.ly/2dZhzkN)
7:00-8:00pm: Beg. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:00-9:00pm: Beg. Blues (http://bit.ly/2ew4TkP)

* $72 per 6-week class, $15 per day drop-in
* 4 people minimum to run a class, PayPal (preferred), credit, checks and cash are all accepted.
* No partner required!

Did you know that you can drop in on our other sets of classes? Swing on by our Wednesday evening classes to keep your dance going and your skills growing!

WEDNESDAYS 1/11 – 2/15
(Triangle Dance Studios, Studio #5)

6:30-7:30pm: Lindy-Blues Mix (http://bit.ly/2iQqxz1)
7:30-8:30pm: Int. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:30-9:30pm: Intermediate Blues (http://bit.ly/2dZhMoe)

Jump on over to the Class Sign-up page to get registered!

CLASS SIGN-UP

 

To see what else we have going on, check out our ongoing event here:
http://downrightdance.com/events/

Keep track of our upcoming lessons here:
http://downrightdance.com/lessons/

Music and Resources for students can be found here:
http://downrightdance.com/music/
http://downrightdance.com/resources/

Jan Wednesday Classes Start Tonight!

Matt & Cassie teaching a dance class

Classes start tonight and it’s not too late to join! Our Wednesday night lineup of classes are a great mix of continuing classes geared to keep you moving, improving, and having fun! Check out the list that we got going on:

WEDNESDAYS 1/11 – 2/15
(Triangle Dance Studios, Studio #5)

6:30-7:30pm: Lindy-Blues Mix (http://bit.ly/2iQqxz1)
7:30-8:30pm: Int. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:30-9:30pm: Intermediate Blues (http://bit.ly/2dZhMoe)

* $72 per 6-week class, $15 per day drop-in
* 4 people minimum to run a class, PayPal (preferred), credit, checks and cash are all accepted.
* No partner required!

But that is not all – we also have a lineup of Sunday evening classes that will help start you on your merry way to dancing bliss!

SUNDAYS 1/15 – 2/19
(American Legion)

6:00-7:00pm: Beg. Lindy Hop (http://bit.ly/2dZhzkN)
7:00-8:00pm: Beg. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:00-9:00pm: Beg. Blues (http://bit.ly/2ew4TkP)

Jump on over to the Class Sign-up page to get registered!

CLASS SIGN-UP

 

To see what else we have going on, check out our ongoing event here:
http://downrightdance.com/events/

Keep track of our upcoming lessons here:
http://downrightdance.com/lessons/

Music and Resources for students can be found here:
http://downrightdance.com/music/
http://downrightdance.com/resources/

New Jan-Feb Classes!

Matt & Cassie teaching a dance class

Hey there everyone! The next round of classes are ready to go and we’ve got class offerings on both Sunday and Wednesday nights! Classes are 6-weeks long and start January 11th and run until February 19th.

Hey there everyone! The next round of classes are ready to go and we’ve got class offerings on both Sunday and Wednesday nights! Classes are 6-weeks long and start January 11th and run until February 19th.

SPECIAL OFFER:
Bring a friend for free! For a limited time, when you purchase a 6-week class and sign up a friend, your friend can take the entire session free!!!
– To get the discount, please mention the “241  Discount” and your friend’s full name in the “Feedback” section of the sign-up page, then pay the full amount of the class.
– For new students only.

WEDNESDAYS 1/11 – 2/15
(Triangle Dance Studios, Studio #5)

6:30-7:30pm: Lindy-Blues Mix (http://bit.ly/2iQqxz1)
7:30-8:30pm: Int. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:30-9:30pm: Intermediate Blues (http://bit.ly/2dZhMoe)

SUNDAYS 1/15 – 2/19
(American Legion)

6:00-7:00pm: Beg. Lindy Hop (http://bit.ly/2dZhzkN)
7:00-8:00pm: Beg. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:00-9:00pm: Beg. Blues (http://bit.ly/2ew4TkP)

* $72 per 6-week class, $15 per day drop-in
* 4 people minimum to run a class, PayPal (preferred), credit, checks and cash are all accepted.
* No partner required!

Jump on over to the Class Sign-up page to get registered!

CLASS SIGN-UP

Awesome Ted Talk on Liquid Leading

This is a really interesting video on the concept of Liquid Leading – having the lead flow from one person to the other and back again. While I personally have played around with some of the concepts of this with my dances in the past (a.k.a dancing switch), these guys have really brought a ton of insight and thought to the concept. It is well worth the watch!

OK- who whats do this with me?!? Lets get some liquid leading classes going!

Steal Dance From Dirt Cheap Blues

Hey there folks! Here is an example of some steal dancing going on between Matthew Vazquez, Travon Henson and Ashley DeVoe at Dirt Cheap Blues in Virginia Beach. This was just the start of a fantastic weekend at the Dirt Cheap Blues Exchange that took place on September 9th, 2016 at Virginia Beach.

Thanks to Michelle Smith and Kat Star for the video-ing! You guys are awesome!

Sign-up for Nov. Swing, Lindy and Blues Dance Classes!

The next round of classes are ready to go and we’ll be offering classes on two separate nights! They will be held on Wednesdays and Sundays, starting Nov 2nd and lasting through Dec 14th.

Jump on over to the Class Sign-up page to get registered!

WEDNESDAYS 11/2-12/14
(Triangle Dance Studios, Studio #5)
6:30-7:30pm, Beg. Lindy Hop level II (http://bit.ly/2dUBwG1)
7:30-8:30pm, Int. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:30-9:30pm, Dips, Slides & Musicality (http://bit.ly/2dtTW0T)

SUNDAYS 11/6 – 12/11
(American Legion)
6:00-7:00pm, Beg. Lindy Hop (http://bit.ly/2dZhzkN)
7:00-8:00pm, Beg. East Coast Swing (http://bit.ly/2dWO4xF)
8:00-9:00pm, Beg. Blues Dance (http://bit.ly/2ew4TkP)

* $72 per 6-week class, $15 per day drop-in
* 4 people minimum to run a class, PayPal (preferred), credit, checks and cash are all accepted.
* No partner required!

Reserve your spot today! Register Now!!

Class Sign-up

 

SPECIAL OFFER:
Bring a friend for free! For a limited time, when you purchase a 6-week class and sign up a friend, your friend can take the entire session free!!!
– To get the discount, please mention the “241  Discount” and your friend’s full name in the “Feedback” section of the sign-up page, then pay the full amount of the class.
– For new students only.