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New HTTB Classes Start this Sunday/Monday

Hop to the Beat ClassThanks to everyone who came out to Uptown Swing on Saturday! The Toni Lynn Washington Band was wonderful as always and it was great to be back at the beautiful KI! Looking forward to the next one with the extra awesome Gordon Webster on November 30!

This is the last class session of 2013!

Register Here

A new 4 week class session starts Sunday nights on October 27 in Newton Lower Falls. A new 6 week session starts on Monday nights on October 28 at Ruggles Church (near Fenway Park).

There are classes for all levels, no partner required.

  • Beginner Swing/Intro to Lindy Hop Level 1
    Newton & Boston
  • Lindy Hop Level 2
    Newton & Boston
  • “Stops” Routine/Fast Dancing
    Newton

If you have been wanting to learn how to dance, now is an excellent time to start. For continuing students, each session brings something new.

If you are planning to attend any of these classes and have not already done so, it is very helpful if you would submit an on-line registration to speed up check-in. You can pay in advance through PayPal or at the first class by cash, check or credit card. Thanks!

Free parking available in both locations as well as near public transportation.

Class details and registration.

Skye & Naomi Workshop Weekend - Early Bird Date Coming Up!

Skye and NaomiThere is still one week left to register for the Skye & Naomi workshops at the early bird prices, expiring on Wednesday, October 30! Don’t miss the cheapest prices - register now!

Register Here

You do not need to do the full weekend as workshops are a la carte. The price is only $15 per workshop with even greater savings for 4 or more. To get this great deal, a completed registration with payment must be received by the early bird due date. Sending a check postmarked by October 30 will also qualify.

Skye & Naomi are highly sought out instructors and it is our turn to have them back in Boston. There are a variety of classes to choose from with great stuff for all levels. It is going to be an excellent weekend! All classes will be taking place in Newton Lower Falls, November 29-December 1. Saturday’s Uptown Swing dance will be at KI in Brookline.

The early bird discount date is October 30. If you register by October 28, you can also take advantage of a 2 part installment plan to make your payments online.

If you are planning to attend, please respond on the Skye & Naomi Facebook Event page. Thanks!

Check the website for all details and registration.

Toni Lynn Washington Band at Uptown Swing this Saturday

Toni Lynn WashingtonThis Saturday, October 19, Uptown Swing welcomes back Boston’s own Queen of Swing, Toni Lynn Washington!

Toni started her career as a Jazz singer when she was a young girl. Her Mom took her to clubs in Boston and she would get up and sing with the band. Eventually she added Blues and over the years she has been nominated for multiple W. C. Handy Awards, widely regarded as the highest honors for Blues artists in the U.S. We’re very fortunate here in Boston to have such a wonderful talent to keep our happy feet dancing all night.

Uptown Swing is held at KI, which is a beautiful venue conveniently located on Harvard Street near Coolidge Corner in Brookline. There’s AC, a fabulous large floor for dancing, plus nearby town lots and free street parking after 8:00pm. Beginners are very welcome and there is a lesson included at the beginning of the evening to get everyone started. You do not need to have a partner to attend. Bring your friends and introduce them to the joy of dancing!

  • Beginners welcome, no partner needed
  • Location: KI, 384 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA 02446 (Entrance on Williams Street!)
  • Band: Toni Lynn Washington Band
  • Date: Saturday, October 19, 2013
  • Time: 8:15pm-12:00am
  • Swing Lesson: 8:15-9:00pm
  • Admission: $15 ($10 with Student ID)  
  • Parking: Town lots and street parking available. Some free after 6:00pm, others free after 8:00pm.

Uptown Swing Dance information.

New Session Lindy Hop/Swing Classes

Swing Dance ClassNew Sunday classes start on October 27 at the Newton Lower Falls Community Center. Due to schedule conflicts this fall, the Sunday session will be only 4 weeks.

New Monday classes start on October 28 in Boston at Ruggles Baptist Church for a 6 week session. This great location is on Beacon Street right at the Brookline border.

Classes for this session include a new Beginner Swing/Intro to Lindy Hop Level 1, appropriate for anyone starting out as well as those with some experience who are working on building a solid foundation of dance skills. Six count basics will be covered along with a variety of fun steps to build your repertoire and get you out on the dance floor!

Also this session is a new Lindy Hop Level 2. This class is for more intermediate level Swing dancers, although no prior Lindy Hop experience is required to join. Eight and six count basics will be mixed along with a variety of classic Lindy Hop, newer variations, and a focus on partnering, technique and style.

For Sundays only, there is a new class for intermediate to advanced Lindy Hoppers: “Stops” Routine/Fast Dancing. The “Stops” routine is a classic, known by Lindy Hoppers around the world. It was originally created when Frankie Manning took a series of “freezes” he had danced and realized they could be done with any song. The rest is history! After learning this fun routine, the class will focus on doing it faster and with Lindy Hop styling. It will be challenging, energetic and of course a ton of fun!

If you have friends interested in dancing, lessons are a great way to get started. Please pass on the info!

If you are planning to take class, please submit your registration.

Registration is open - Complete class information and registration. 

Registration is open - Complete class information and registration.

Skye & Naomi Early Bird Prices - 2 More Weeks

Skye and NaomiThGet your early bird prices for the Skye & Naomi weekend! You have only two more weeks to register at the cheapest prices, so do it now!

Skye, Naomi and the equally fabulous Gordon Webster will be returning November 29-December 1 for their 6th annual weekend of fabulous classes, music and fun!

There is a full schedule of workshops with classes for all levels. All classes will be held at the Newton Lower Falls location. Saturday’s Uptown Swing Dance will be at KI in Brookline.

The early bird discount date is October 30. If you register by October 28, you can also take advantage of a 2 part installment plan to make your payments online.

If you are planning to attend, please respond on the Skye & Naomi Facebook Event page. Thanks!

Check the website for all details and registration.

Check the website for all details and registration.

New Lindy Hop Swing Class Session

Swing Dance ClassHappy October and another beautiful week of weather in the forecast. It makes the end of summer not so hard to take.

As fall marches on, it is exciting that there are so many wonderful dance opportunities to look forward to!

New classes are now up. It doesn’t seem possible, but this will be the last session of 2013!

New classes in Beginner Swing/Intro to Lindy Hop Level 1 and Lindy Hop Level 2 are scheduled in Newton Lower Falls starting Sunday evenings on October 27 and in Boston, Monday evenings on October 28.

Also coming up, is a new class for intermediate to advanced Lindy Hoppers: “Stops” Routine/Fast Dancing. The “Stops” routine is a classic, known by Lindy Hoppers around the world. It was originally created when Frankie Manning took a series of “freezes” he had danced and realized they could be done with any song. The rest is history! After learning this fun routine, the class will focus on doing it faster and with Lindy Hop styling. It will be challenging, energetic and of course a ton of fun! It meets on Sundays in Newton.

Due to schedule conflicts this fall, the Sunday session will be only 4 weeks. (Mondays will be the usual 6 weeks.)

Both locations are conveniently accessible by car or T with free parking available. It will be possible to make up missed classes at the alternate location and it has been great to see students taking advantage of that.

Registration is open - Complete class information and registration.

Toni Lynn Washington at Uptown Swing Dance

Toni Lynn WashingtonThe next monthly Uptown Swing Dance is coming up on Saturday, October 19 featuring the Toni Lynn Washington Band. Uptown Swing will be back at KI! This place is gorgeous with an excellent huge dance floor, conveniently located near Coolidge Corner in Brookline.

Beginners are very welcome and you do not need to have a partner. The music will be great for Lindy Hop, Swing and Balboa. An excellent night to bring your friends for a fun night of dancing!

Uptown Swing Dance information.

Skye & Naomi Workshop Weekend

Skye and NaomiThe Skye & Naomi weekend is coming up November 29 to December 1. This is the 6th time with this dynamic duo as every time it has been such an excellent weekend that it is a must do for another year! Seriously, their classes are fabulous! Inspiring and challenging while taught in a relaxed and fun spirit. You will love them! As if that isn’t enough, Uptown Swing will feature the return to Boston of the most fabulous Gordon Webster Band with Naomi on vocals. Something to look forward to for this Thanksgiving weekend!

There is a full schedule of workshops with classes for all levels held in Newton Lower Falls. The early bird discount date is October 30. If you register soon, you can even take advantage of a 2 part installment plan to make your payments online.

Check the website for all details and registration.

Montréal Dance Fest

Montréal Dnce FestDowntown Montréal will be invaded by dancers for Montréal Dance Fest on October 10-14. The weekend features classes and competitions in WCS, Lindy Hop, Balboa and Blues. This holiday weekend celebrates both Canadian Thanksgiving and Columbus Day. Festivities include a Thanksgiving Dinner and Show.

This will be our first time attending and we’ll be helping out on the staff. Looking forward to joining a wonderful gathering of instructors and dancers for a fun weekend in Montréal!

Montréal Dance Fest web site.

Skye & Naomi Weekend Special Deals

Skye and NaomiIf you want to get the super cheap full weekend deal for the Skye & Naomi workshop weekend, you must register by this Wednesday!  

  • Special Full Package Discount Payment by September 25!
    For only $100 you can get 9 workshops with Skye & Naomi plus Uptown Swing with Gordon Webster on Saturday night. An excellent price to experience the full weekend with this incredible lineup of talent.

For ANY registration package, if you want to take advantage of the 3 month installment plan, you must register by this Saturday!

  • 3 Month Online Installment Plan by September 28!
    Even if you only sign up for one workshop, you can divide it into 3 easy payments. For example, the Special Full Package Discount would be only about $33 per month to get the entire weekend!

Don’t delay, register today!

Skye and Naomi workshop information.

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