We have been having a lot of fun with our Monday class session in Boston this summer. Although we are not quite ready to be concentrating on September, we did want to announce that our new classes are now up and we’ll be back to our schedule of Sunday and Monday classes. The new 6 week session starts Sunday nights on September 8 in Newton Lower Falls and Monday nights on September 9 at Ruggles Church (near Fenway Park). There are classes for all levels, no partners required.

Here’s what’s up for the next session:

• Beginner Swing/Intro to Lindy Hop Level 1: For those who are brand new to Swing dancing, this is the place to start! Also ideal for those with some experience who would like to brush up on skills and build a repertoire of fun moves. Six count basics will be covered along with a different selection of steps each session providing a foundation of the basic elements of Lindy Hop including rhythm, style and partner connection. There are 7 different sessions at this level building a good base for social dancing. Level 1 classes may be taken in any order. It is recommended that students stay at this level long enough to feel very comfortable with the material taught before moving to Level 2. Discount after 2 sessions. No experience or partner required. This class meets in both Newton and Boston.
• Lindy Hop Level 2: Level 2 focuses on the core fundamentals of Lindy Hop, including a mix of 8 and 6 count basics. Emphasis is on technique, partner connection, musicality and building skills. No previous Lindy Hop experience required, although must competently social dance any style of triple-step Swing. There are 8 different sessions at this level which continually change over time and can be taken in any order. Each session includes a range of classic Charleston to newer variations, all with a touch of flash! Discount after 2 sessions. No partner required. This class meets in both Newton and Boston.
• Wraps, Reversals & Rhythms: Play with partnering, stretch and rhythm changes to find new ways to add variety to your Lindy Hop. Some themes explored will be using wraps, changes of direction and unexpected twists and turns. For experienced Lindy Hop dancers with solid basics, no partner required. This class meets on Sundays in Newton.

Class information and registration.

We are just back from Beantown Camp, catching up on sleep and sorting through the camp follow up. We are tired but exhilarated! The entire week has once again exceeded expectations and we’ll have more to say once we’ve got our thoughts together.

Our summer session starts this Monday, July 8 in Boston! The session meets for 6 weeks and includes Beginner Swing/Intro to Lindy Hop Level 1 and Lindy Hop Level 2. Each class is followed by a half hour practice time, a fun time to work with classmates on what you just learned. The location is the Ruggles Baptist Church on Beacon Street near Fenway Park (just at the Boston/Brookline border), close to several public transportation choices. Street parking is available as well as in the church lot.

Class information and registration.

This will be our only session this summer. Sundays in Newton will resume in September.

You can still join in on Wednesday night at Endicott College. The dance is open to the public and will be a blast! Discount door admission coupons are available on the camp website. (No pre-registration.)

Beantown Wednesday Dance Party, July 3, 2013

• Evening Dance with Gordon Webster & Friends, featuring Naomi Uyama and special guest Mike “Falty” Faltesek
• Beantown Café & Game Room
• Complementary Photo Booth
• Late Night Ice Cream Party 
• Late Night dancing with Beantown DJs

Dance information & discount coupons.

Only one week to go!!! Beantown Camp opening day is almost here. We are still accepting registrations if you would like to join us.

Not sure what it’s about? Check out the schedule for amazing classes, dances and tons of fun: Beantown Camp Schedule

Who wouldn’t want to spend a week with dancers from near and far, many of the world’s best instructors, 5 nights with 3 awesome bands (Baby Soda and double doses of the Campus Five and Gordon Webster!), great DJs, a beautiful location on the shore and many fun activities included? If this sounds like the vacation you want to do, register today!

Beantown runs from June 27-July 4, back at the beautiful Endicott College campus in Beverly, MA. There are multiple packages and time periods to choose from for attending. You can find all of the details and latest information on the Beantown Camp web site: www.BeantownCamp.com

Come share the Lindy love…you will be glad you did!