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Swing I: Learn Swing Dancing in 4 Classes at Big City Swing

Big City Swing (Chicago, IL)
Title: Swing I: Intro to Swing Dancing in 4 Classes (website)
Venue: Big City Swing (Chicago, IL)
Full Price: $60.00   Our Price: $30.00
Rating: 3.5 stars

Rated 3.5 by 8 members who went.

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!

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The last event was Saturday, Sep. 13 2008 @ 11am (plus same time 9/20, 9/27, 10/4). (view all dates)

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Members Who Went Said:

4 Star Rating
Written on
Aug 05 2008

Kimberly Valdez

Kimberly Valdez

Kimmy Gibler

The teachers were great & they made it easy to catch on. It's a laid-back environment that makes the experience non-intimidating. I can't wait to continue on with the lessons. I highly recommend Big City Swing.

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3 Star Rating
Written on
Jul 08 2008

kathleen

kathleen

Pretty large class and the instructors are fun.

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4 Star Rating
Written on
Jun 04 2008

Anonymous Member

Instructors made it fun and non threatening for a beginner. I am excited to take the next 3 classes and would recommend it.

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Event Highlights

  • Your admission includes all four classes.
  • Class beginning on Monday, July 7, will continue on July 14, 21, and 28.
  • Class beginning on Thursday, July 10, will continue on July 17, 24, and 31.
  • Class beginning Saturday, July 12, will continue on July 19 and 26 and August 2.
  • Class beginning Monday, August 4, will continue on August 11, 18 and 25.
  • Class beginning Wednesday, August 6, will continue on August 13, 20 and 27.
  • Class beginning Saturday, August 9, will continue on August 16, 23 and 30.
  • Read feedback on these classes from other Goldstar members.

More Details About This Event:

This class is for the true beginner--no experience and no partner necessary.

Swing I: Intro to Swing will introduce the concepts of leading and following as well as the basic rhythm and turns of six-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 four one-hour classes, and you will rotate partners throughout the class.

About Big City Swing:

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...

About Big City Swing:

Big City Swing
Be Fun. Be Fit. Be Social.

Big City Swing's instructors teach their students how to truly enjoy the music and dance with confidence. Their instructors have the talent, experience and sense of humor to make the dance accessible to everyone.