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Beginner Lindy Hop 1 - Rhythm & Footwork
- In this lesson we tackle the rhythmic fundamentals of Lindy Hop, a dance which enjoyed such a long peak of popularity that it defined many of the core movements in countless later dance forms. Breakdown will include an explanation of closed position connection, timing and footwork breakdown for both leads and follows, plus all the tips and tricks you need to know to get out there on the dance floor and bust out some Lindy Hop!
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Lindy Hop
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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$1.99
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Beginner Lindy Hop 2 - Circle from Closed
- In this lesson we expand upon the core basics taught in part 1, using the rhythm we learned in a new context, and exploring how (1) the shape of our bodies can become affected by our footwork and (2) what other shapes can be created within a Lindy Hop context that can help you learn more figures and understand them confidently enough to execute right away.
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Lindy Hop
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about
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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$1.99
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Beginner Lindy Hop 3 - Down the Line
- Whereas the last lesson focused on the first variety of momentum: rotation; this lesson will explore the second type: linear. We will study a useful and socially danceable tool called Down the Line which illustrates some dance concepts key to Lindy Hop and begins to teach you skills toward how you might better be aware of lines in your dancing.
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Lindy Hop
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about
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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$1.99
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Beginner Lindy Hop 4 - Swingout from Closed
- This lesson shows you how to combine the footwork learned in part 1, the rotational movement of part two, and the linear movement of part 3, creating an opportunity for you to transition the partnership from closed to open position; an absolutely crucial step in your social Lindy Hop vocabulary!
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Lindy Hop
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about
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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1 |
$1.99
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Beginner Lindy Hop 5 - Circle from Open
- The Circle from Open is your number one most important transitional step from open to closed positions. Breakdown includes an explanation of the 'direction change' moment, timing details for both partners, and suggestions for getting through cleanly while avoiding a few troublesome bad habits.
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Lindy Hop
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about
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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$1.99
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Beginner Lindy Hop 6 - Swingout from Open
- The Swingout is, according to most people, the basic step of Lindy Hop, and that's about where the agreement ends. Virtually every detail of this timeless, powerful, hypnotic, not-so-basic-basic is the subject of some controversy or at least good-natured debate. In this lesson, we'll just get you started with the basics: Where your 8 count steps fit in, what technical points to focus on first, so that YOU can be swingin' out as soon as possible, my friend!
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Lindy Hop
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about
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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$1.99
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Beginner Lindy Hop 7 - Outside Turns
- Once you're comfortable with your Lindy Hop basics, it becomes easy to build your repertoire, and turns are a great place to start. Breakdown here includes a few different takes on the outside turn, where it fits into a social dance, and a few tips that will make it feel especially nice for your partner.
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Lindy Hop
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about
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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$1.99
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Double Tuck Turn from Closed
- Expanding upon your 8 count repertoire, this lesson teaches a classic follow's double turn which requires a classy handhold fix before you can move on. It is a critical and much loved figure in the repertoire, and this lesson is a great introduction to an outline of how it works.
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Lindy Hop
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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2 |
$1.99
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Texas Tommy (Apache)
- Once you become familiar with the concept of outside turns, you can begin to incorporate a specialized kind of outside turn called a Texas Tommy, or Apache, (or even Handshake Behind the Back). Breakdown includes a detailed explanation of the handhold change and some very sage advice about doing this the smoothest possible way.
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Lindy Hop
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Michael Gamble,
Jaya Dorf
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$1.99
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