Hey Philly! Ready to learn to swing dance? Looking for great live jazz music or just a fun Thursday night out in November? You're in the right place! We offer three levels of Lindy Hop & Swing Dance lessons followed by a social dance party to the city's best swing DJs, plus a live band on 11/14! If you aren't sure which class to sign up for, visit our classes page.
All Thursday night swing dance events are held at the Philadelphia Ethical Society (1906 Rittenhouse Square)
November 7th: DJ Night, 3-Week Solo Jaz Series Start
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Lisa Pilchman & Max VerNooy
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.
Solo Jazz Series Week 1 with Lauren Fosnight
Get ready for our November Monthly Series: Solo Jazz with Lauren Fosnight. In this 3-week series, you'll learn classic solo jazz moves, Charleston, and some of Lauren's fav variations to elevate your dancing. Lauren will guide you through foundational steps, styling techniques, and improvisational skills, helping you build confidence and personal expression!
Extended Topics Lesson (audition required): Pop Turns with Lauren Levey & Nick Cruickshank
Pop turns deep dive! They're probably the most underrated & underutilized move in the Lindy Hopper's toolkit, so come dive deep into different rhythms, shapes, and stylings of this classic move.
9-11pm: Social dance with DJ Zak Kneeland
Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included) | +$10 / +$7 students for Adv. Topics Class
November 14th: LIVE BAND -- Chris Oatts & the Elling-tones | 3rd Anniversary Party!
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Alyssa Hernández & Gavin Laur 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.
Solo Jazz Series Series Week 2 with Lauren Fosnight
See details under wk 1; series are not drop-in friendly, so please join at the top of the month!
Balboa Class (open to all!): Band Nights mean Balboa with Sarah Sasso & Nelle Cherry
Balboa, one of Lindy's sister styles, is great for conserving energy on faster tunes and in tight spaces, and it's just fun in its own right. It's hip to be circular: Rotational momentum in basic bal moves.
9-11pm: LIVE BAND Social dance with Chris Oatts & the Elling-tones
This melodic & swingin' six-piece led by Chris Oatts is back for the first time since the spring. Come enjoy a host of horns playing original arrangements of jazz classics & new compositions that will keep your feet tappin' all night long
Price: $15 ($10 for students) | +$5 / +$3 students for Balboa Topics Class
Sunday Nov 17th: Jazz Attack's Friendsgiving Potluck @ Tapster
Eat, Drink, Dance, and be Thankful | RSVP here!
Join the squad as we head to Tapster for an evening of good family-style food, great drink options on tap, and even better company. Must be 21+ to drink, but minors may still attend. Location: Tapster Philadelphia -- 1601 Sansom St. Philadelphia, PA
6:45pm Setup
7pm Dinner Start
9:30pm Last Call
November 21st:
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.
Solo Jazz Series Series Week 3 with Lauren Fosnight
See details under wk 1; series are not drop-in friendly, so please join at the top of the month!
Extended Topics Lesson (audition required): Traveling with Rhythm with Lewi Gilamichael
Using the rhythms you already know, Lewi will take you on a delightful journey around the dance floor. You'll explore floorcraft and travel using 6-count and 8 count rhythms, only triples, only step-steps, changing directions and distance travelled.
9-11pm: Social dance with DJ Gavin Laur
Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included) | +$10 / +$7 students for Adv. Topics Class
**NO DANCE ON THANKSGIVING 11/28**
See you on December 5th!
Upcoming Live Band Nights & Special Events:
November Live Band Night - Nov 14th ft. Chris Oatts & Elling-Tones
Jazz Attack Friendsgiving - Nov 17th @ Tapster Philadelphia
Annual Vendor Market at Jazz Attack - Dec 5th
December Live Band Night & Holiday Party- Dec 12th ft. Jon Tigert's Corner Pocket Jazz Band
Shoe Sueding Night at Jazz Attack - Dec 19th
Jazz Attack Annual Formal - Jan 16th ft. Live Music from Scott Silbert
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 verbally 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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