[NEohioPAL] Learn swing dancing from National and International dance champions!

[Valerie Salstrom]

They are teaching lessons right in your back yard!  (well...almost)  :)

Swing Dance Classes at the
Brecksville Center for the Arts
$50 per person/$80 per couple (one leader/one follower)
for the entire 5 week session

...**Beginning Jitterbug Tuesdays 7-8pm
August 17-September 21 (no class the week of Sept 6th)
October 19-November 16

Intermediate Jitterbug Tuesdays 8-9pm
August 17-September 21 (no class the week of Sept 6th)
October 19-November 16

Beginning Lindy Hop Mondays 7-8pm
August 16-September 20 (no class the week of Sept 6th)

Beginner Balboa 8-9pm
August 16-September 20 (no class the week of Sept 6th)

Intermediate Lindy Hop Mondays 7-8pm
October 18-November 15

Intermediate Balboa Mondays 8-9pm
October 18-November 15

**If you are a new to partnered dancing start with this class.

Beginner Jitterbug: This class will be an introduction to the most  
well known form of swing dancing; the Jitterbug. This dance was made  
famous in the 40s & 50s, but is still enjoyed today all across the  
world. We will dance to all kinds of music from big band to blues to  
early rock and roll. You will learn several basic foot work patterns,  
how to connect with a partner and socially lead and follow a variety  
of moves in open and closed position. There are many opportunities in  
the Cleveland area to go out and dance and this is a
great way to get involved, meet people, and get some exercise too!  
Don't be afraid! This dance is very easy and fun to learn!

Intermediate Jitterbug: If you can do a triple step basic while  
holding a conversation; then
congratulations, you have just been promoted to intermediate  
Jitterbug! In this class we will work on some
fancier, flashier variations on moves you may already know, learn some  
fun new moves, and tackle some
interesting footwork patterns. We'll also sharpen up your leading and  
following skills. Yep, all that in 5
weeks!

Beginning Lindy Hop: Lindy Hop is the original form of swing dancing  
that began in the ballrooms of Harlem, NY in the late 20s/early 30s.  
It is done in 8 counts rather than the Jitterbug's 6 and therefore  
allows you to match the music much better. It is a bit more linear  
versus the circular Jitterbug. The Lindy is a bit more difficult to  
learn but oh so worth it! When you begin to master the swing out,  
circle, inside turn, outside turn, RJ, and more....you will have a  
sense of overwhelming euphoria and true connection to the
music! For examples of the Lindy think of the dance scenes in the  
movies “Swing Kids” and “Malcolm X”.

Beginning Balboa: Balboa and Bal-Swing are dances that originated in  
the crowded ballrooms of Southern California and were most popular in  
the mid 30s. The Balboa is most loved for its fancy footwork, finesse,  
subtleties, and ability to be done quite easily at fast tempos. Bal is  
done with a closer torso-to-torso type connection and is the perfect  
dance for working on leading and following body leads.

Intermediate Lindy Hop: We have lots of fun and interesting moves that  
will help you improve your basic Lindy while adding to your toolbox of  
moves. You will learn some alternate footwork patterns and also dive  
into a bit of partnered Charleston as well.

Intermediate Balboa/Bal-Swing: Bal-Swing; with its open body  
connection developed when the strict Balboa and California style swing  
were combined. Bal-Swing and its bigger, flashier movements often  
times got dancers kicked out of the ballrooms back in the day! Come  
and be a rebel and learn the Balboa and Bal-Swing with us!

You can see examples of these swing dances by viewing the video  
section of www.GetHepSwing.com

You do NOT need a partner to sign up for class. We rotate partners in  
all of our classes.

Dress in comfortable clothing and wear shoes with a smoother sole.

Please contact the Brecksville Center for the Arts to sign up for any  
of the classes.

8997 Highland Dr., Brecksville, Ohio 44141-2449
440-526-6232 Brecksvillearts at yahoo.com www.Brecksvillearts.org

Valerie Salstrom & the staff of Get Hep Swing Valerie is a multi-year,  
National and International swing dance champion and owner of Get Hep  
Swing. She has been dancing, teaching, competing, choreographing,  
coaching & judging swing dance full time for over 11 years. Valerie  
will be teaching with staff members from her company who are also  
recognized dance champions. Have the time of your life with some of  
the best swing dancers and swing dance teachers around!

If you have any questions, please call Valerie at 216-374-1927 or  
email at info at GetHepSwing.com

Valerie Salstrom
Owner of Get Hep Swing, Ltd.
216-374-1927
info at GetHepSwing.com




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