- Jazz Attack
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Hey Philly! Looking for a beginner dance class or just a fun Thursday night out? You're in the right place! We offer multiple levels of Lindy Hop & Swing Dance lessons -- no partner or experience required -- followed by a social dance party to the city's best swing DJs, plus a live band on November 13th and friendsgiving on November 14th! If you aren't sure which class to sign up for, visit our classes page. Starting this month you can save $2 on admission when you register a day or more in advance!
All Thursday night swing dance classes & social dance events are held at our new venue -- 1336 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123. All Tuesday night classes are held at the Philadelphia Ethical Society at 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19143.
Tuesday Intermediate Lindy Hop Classes at 1906 Rittenhouse Sq
November 4, 11, 18:
6:45-8pm: Tuesday Monthly Series: Momentum Games with Alyssa & Lewi | Sign up Here!
Looking for simple moves that can groove and look cool at a variety of tempos? This is the class for you. In this series we're going to start with foundational 8 count patterns and fiddle with momentum, direction and rotation to freshen up your dance palette. Tuesday series are generally a step up from Thursdays, and while they cater to a range of skill levels, all should have familiarity with basic 8 count rhythms and have taken class series before.
All series include complimentary admission to all Thursday evening social dances this month, consistent teachers & classmates for rapid progress, video recaps for review & practice, and access to our Thursday 7:30pm practice space. $59 general / $39 students. Students also taking the Thursday Monthly series get a 30% discount by inquiry.
Thursday Beginner-Friendly Swing Dance Classes & Dance Parties at 1336 Spring Garden
November 6th: Special Guest DJ & Series Launch!
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Maryl Harris & Hank Goldenberg
Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.
Rhythm & Groove Monthly Series Week 1 with Rachael & Steven
What sets awesome dances apart? The ones that feel like they're one with the music! Learn how to easily predict what will come next in a tune, emphasize different parts of the music in your movements, create fitting variations, and play off of your partner's ideas -- all while keeping the flow.
All series include complimentary admission to all Thursday evening social dances this month, consistent teachers & classmates for rapid progress, video recaps for review & practice, and access to our Thursday 7:30pm practice space. Limit 30 Students
9-11pm: Social dance party with Special Guest DJ Omar Myers
Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included) | Monthly series: $59 general / $39 students
Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included) | Monthly series: $59 general / $39 students
November 13th: LIVE BAND -- Chelsea Reed & the Fair Weather Band + Band Night Blues
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Ericka Skirpan & Adrienne Barberg
Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.
Rhythm & Groove Monthly Series Week 1 with Rachael & Steven
See description under week 1. This class will also feature the Fair Weather Band in the classroom!
Band Night Blues Lesson: Blues for Lindy Hoppers with Powerhouse Blues Instructors!
Blues, another dance on Lindy's family tree, is great for making the most of slower tunes, connecting closely and comfortably, and it's just plain fun! This drop-in class is open to all that are comfortable with the Lindy 101 content. Limit 30 students.
9-11pm: Social dance party with LIVE BAND: Chelsea Reed & the Fair Weather Band
Advance Pricing: $15 / $10 for students (Lindy101 included) | +$5 / +$3 students for Blues
Day-of Pricing: $17 / $12 for students (Lindy101 included) | +$5 / +$3 students for Blues
November 20th:
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Kate Holden & Mike McDermott
Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.
Rhythm & Groove Monthly Series Week 3 with Rachael & Steven
Series are not drop in friendly, but stay tuned for next month's December drop-ins!
9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Hannah Degenford
Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included) | Monthly series: $59 general / $39 students
Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included) | Monthly series: $59 general / $39 students
November 27th: NO DANCE ON THANKSGIVING!
We'll see you again next week for our dance & maker's market!
Special Events in December
December 4th: Maker's Market -- Get your holiday gifts from Jazz Attack's community of artists and creators
December 11th: Clothing Swap -- Bring up to 5 clothing items to swap. There are two rules: clothes must still be in great condition, and you must leave with as many items as you came with.
December 18th: Cookie Swap -- Calling all sweet teeth! Bring your favorite cookies to share with your fellow Jazz Attackers
December 25th: NO DANCE -- Christmas / Holiday break
January 1st: NO DANCE -- New Year's / Holiday break
Dancing is a great way to meet new people, strengthen your brain, get some exercise, and just let out any of the week's stressors. Don't forget to invite a friend, or come ready to make some new ones. Get Jazz Attack tickets by clicking the button below:
Get ready to tuck turn and swing out on some of the finest dance floors in Philadelphia.
Lindy Hop and jazz have a have a culturally rich history dating back over 100 years. Born of the artistry and innovation of Black dancers and musicians, and passed down orally and physically through generations, we take great care in sharing this art form in a way that is true to these sounds, styles, and values while encouraging the innovation that is hallmark of all Black social dances. To learn more, visit our history and culture page.
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