For the month of October we are offering Intro to Swing II. We will continue with the concepts from Intro to Swing I, however, taking the first class is not required before this one. Triple steps, the Charleston and the technique needed to make the dance work will be a focus for this class.
When: Wednesdays in October, first class Oct 6
Time: 7-8pm
Place: Idaho Falls School of Ballet Building
410 W. 16th St., IF, 83402
Cost: $32/person for four classes
If you are interested in taking this series, please email: swingjunction1@gmail.com
Welcome to Swing Junction! Swing Junction focuses on the dances from the 1920s-40s including Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, Balboa, Charleston and Shag. Swing Junction is working with local jazz musicians to keep this part of our history alive in Idaho Falls. Feel free to contact us if you would like any information about swing dancing in Idaho Falls.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Upcoming Swing Dancing in the Fall
There are a bunch of events coming up this fall.
September
17th - Kevin Young Jazz Quartet playing at The Cellar, IF. 7:15
18th - ISU Swing Workshop taught by SLC instructors Shane and Julie
Shurtliff. Location: ISU Student Union Building (Woodriver Rooms)
2-5pm - 3 classes, no partner or dance experience necessary. Cost $12
For more information contact Robert: hansrobe@isu.edu
18th - ISU Swing Dance following workshop
ISU campus, Bengal Cafe - Cost $5
8pm - midnight
October
5th, Tuesday -Eastern Idaho Jazz Society Jam Session,the Cellar 7pm
**The jam sessions have been playing a lot of danceable jazz the last few months. This a great event for beginners to try out their dancing basic, as the restaurant isn't too crowded that night. Great for more experienced dancers also!**
13th-17th - Sun Valley Jazz Festival. There are tons of bands to dance to at this event with dance floors at almost all the venues. All weekend and day passes available. More info: sunvalleyjazz.com
23rd, Saturday - Woodside Swing Workshop in Rexburg, ID.
Main Street Ballroom
57 E. Main Street ( above the Bed Place, enter through black staircase in back)
Live Music that night! Jazz House Big Band 8-11:30
For prices and more information visit:
http://woodsideswing.weebly.com/index.html
November
5-6 Swing Utah presents “Shark Attack” Weekend Workshop and
Competitions in Salt Lake City
(Fri.-Sat.) $45.00 Weekend Pass for early registration! Shauna Marble and Mark Godwin will be our guest instructors for an amazing weekend of classes and dancing.
September
17th - Kevin Young Jazz Quartet playing at The Cellar, IF. 7:15
18th - ISU Swing Workshop taught by SLC instructors Shane and Julie
Shurtliff. Location: ISU Student Union Building (Woodriver Rooms)
2-5pm - 3 classes, no partner or dance experience necessary. Cost $12
For more information contact Robert: hansrobe@isu.edu
18th - ISU Swing Dance following workshop
ISU campus, Bengal Cafe - Cost $5
8pm - midnight
October
5th, Tuesday -Eastern Idaho Jazz Society Jam Session,the Cellar 7pm
**The jam sessions have been playing a lot of danceable jazz the last few months. This a great event for beginners to try out their dancing basic, as the restaurant isn't too crowded that night. Great for more experienced dancers also!**
13th-17th - Sun Valley Jazz Festival. There are tons of bands to dance to at this event with dance floors at almost all the venues. All weekend and day passes available. More info: sunvalleyjazz.com
23rd, Saturday - Woodside Swing Workshop in Rexburg, ID.
Main Street Ballroom
57 E. Main Street ( above the Bed Place, enter through black staircase in back)
Live Music that night! Jazz House Big Band 8-11:30
For prices and more information visit:
http://woodsideswing.weebly.com/index.html
November
5-6 Swing Utah presents “Shark Attack” Weekend Workshop and
Competitions in Salt Lake City
(Fri.-Sat.) $45.00 Weekend Pass for early registration! Shauna Marble and Mark Godwin will be our guest instructors for an amazing weekend of classes and dancing.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Introduction to Swing Dancing Class
Rick and I are still in the area trying to get things going in Idaho Falls. There are lots of live jazz bands playing out this summer.
By request, we are holding a basic swing class during the month of August. Class will be held Thursdays 7-8 pm at the IF School of Ballet building (where our dance used to be held). We will be covering 6 count basic swing and well as some charleston and of course the technique needed to make the dance happen. The class is taught as a four week series and the cost is $32/person. ($8/class) Our first class is coming up on Thursday, August 5th. Email us at: swingjunction1@gmail.com if you are interested.
Upcoming: There will be swing dance workshops in the fall down in Pocatello and up in Rexburg - more info to follow. Also, during the fall we will be teaching another series in the swing dance called Balboa.
By request, we are holding a basic swing class during the month of August. Class will be held Thursdays 7-8 pm at the IF School of Ballet building (where our dance used to be held). We will be covering 6 count basic swing and well as some charleston and of course the technique needed to make the dance happen. The class is taught as a four week series and the cost is $32/person. ($8/class) Our first class is coming up on Thursday, August 5th. Email us at: swingjunction1@gmail.com if you are interested.
Upcoming: There will be swing dance workshops in the fall down in Pocatello and up in Rexburg - more info to follow. Also, during the fall we will be teaching another series in the swing dance called Balboa.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
No Dance Oct 30th - Halloween Weekend
Rick and I have started teaching the six week charleston series. We also had a fun time teaching a workshop down at Idaho State University in Pocatello this past weekend. Thanks Robert for having us come down!
Due to Halloween celebrations we are going to cancel our dance on Friday, October 30th. Our next dance is Friday, November 6th.
Due to Halloween celebrations we are going to cancel our dance on Friday, October 30th. Our next dance is Friday, November 6th.
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