The Night Owls - Thursday Night Swing
Swing Dancing
Swing dancing is a family of dances danced to “swinging” jazz music, the most famous of which is the Lindy Hop! Lindy Hop is rooted in African American culture and values and was danced first by African American originators in Harlem, New York City. It has since become a global phenomenon with wonderful enthusiastic swing communities all over the world. Lindy hop can be danced to a range of tempos…it can be wild, exuberant, and high energy or slow, chilled, and intimate. It is improvised (or created in the moment) with you, your partner, and the music!
Class Info
6:30 pm - Beginners from scratch: These classes are designed for dancers with no previous experience. They'll introduce the fundamentals of swing dancing, the basic shapes and some accessible moves you can use on the social dance floor. Each class will build up your swing dance vocabulary so you can start creating and improvising with your partner.
We'll also share some of the amazing artists who have created jazz music and hope to inspire you to learn more about this rich, living culture.
7:45 pm - Level 1.5: These classes are designed for dancers who have the basic swing rhythms of 6 beat and charleston under their belt and want to extend their learning.
No partner is required for any class. We rotate partners so you'll be able to dance and meet our community.
DATEs
Thursday nights from February 1, 2024 onwardsCost
- Each class is $22 per person
If you're a student or not working, use the promo code 'StudyDance' at checkout to receive a 40% discount.
Options to pay
- Pay as you go
OR - Sign up with a partner - check out our 'Partner pass'
OR - Purchase a Class Card and save!
- 10 classes for $200 -- a saving of $22
- Pay online and collect your card at the door of your first class
Cashless pay at the door is also available.
Location
Moss Studios101 Evans Street, Brunswick Victoria, 3056
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Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge we are gathering and dancing on the ancestral lands of the Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the first inhabitants of this nation and the traditional custodians of the lands upon which we live, learn, work and dance. We pay our respects to their leaders - past, present and emerging. We take this opportunity to honour and appreciate the rich musical and dance culture of Australia's first people.Terms and Conditions
2. All attendees are encouraged to use hand sanitiser on arrival and periodically during the night.
3. Do not come dancing if you are feeling
a) unwell,
b) experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, or
c) in close contact with a positive COVID-19 case.
4. Refunds will be given if you are unwell for any reason AND notify us before 12 noon.
5. All attendees have read and agreed to The Night Owls Code of Conduct
6. Photography and videos may be taken throughout the event. If you do not want you photo taken, please inform Shob or Andy.
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