Big City Swing
Big City Swing studio has hardwood floors, 15' ceilings, and open floor plan with no columns for plenty of space to dance, exposed brick walls, adjustable track lighting and a lounge area.
Big City Swing (Chicago, IL)
Big City Swing offers a group class for anyone who thinks they can dance -- and even those who don't. The instructors of this two-class series have the talent, experience and sense of humor to make swing dancing accessible to everyone -- even the true beginner. These well-paced classes offer plenty of practice time, and participants will rotate partners.
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The last date listed for Swing I: Intro to Swing Dancing in 2 Classes was Tuesday December 8, 2009 / 7:30pm (Plus December 15 at 7:30pm). (view all dates)
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Dance like the stars! Jump, jive and wail the night away after you've learned the basics of swing dancing--undoubtedly the hippest, most fun dance out there. The instructors of this four-class series have the talent, experience and sense of humor to make swing dancing accessible to everyone--even the true beginner. Enjoy the music, dance with confidence and amaze your friends! Learn More
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Website: http://www.bigcityswing.com/chicago-swing-dancing-lindy-hop-...
This class is for the true beginner -- no experience and no partner necessary. The class will introduce the concepts of leading and following as well as the basic rhythm and turns of 6-Count Swing. The instructors will present the material at a moderate pace, quick enough to keep it moving and slow enough to allow plenty of practice time. This is a series of two classes, and you will rotate partners throughout the class.
Julee Mertz discovered the small Lindy Hop scene in Chicago in 1997. Instantly hooked by the music, the sense of community and the energy of the dance, her adored hobby fast became a full time job. Having traveled the country to learn from the best, Julee now travels herself, teaching the dances of the swing era. Known for her dynamic styling and musicality, she has been a featured instructor at many workshops across the country and around the world. In September of 2001, Julee was asked to join the cast of "Swing! The Original Broadway Musical" and toured nationally from Sept 2001 to February 2002. After completing the tour, she was asked to return to NYC to train the next touring cast of "Swing!". Back in Chicago, Julee has formed a collective of the most talented dancers and teachers in the city. The troupe teaches and performs Swing and Lindy Hop at schools, festivals, corporate and city sponsored events. Julee and members of Big City Swing have also been seen on stage and screen...