Swing into Winter!

The USU Big Band Swing Club is dedicated to preserving the traditions of early and historic dance styles, according to club vice president Jill L. Sundberg.

“Our weekly meetings involve important lessons in Lindy Hop and Charleston, along with social dancing,” Sundberg said. “Our club is holding a workshop entitled Swing into Winter, to provide an intense introduction and advancement to our community’s dance abilities.”

 

The workshop is Saturday, Nov. 4, starting at 10 a.m. and running until 4 p.m. in USU’s HPER building. Following the workshop there is a dance at historic Elite Hall in Hyrum City. During the dance, the Big Band Swing Club hosts the finals to the “October Madness” competition that has been held during club meetings. Also included will be performances by the Big Band Swing teams.

 

The workshops will be held in a variety of rooms in the HPER building throughout the day, depending on class selection for specific hours. Classes will be held in rooms 102, 201 and 215.

 

The workshop schedule follows:

 

10 a.m. - Beginning Lindy Hop I
11 a.m. - Beginning Lindy Hop II or Intermediate Lindy Hop
Noon - Lunch Break
1 p.m. - Swing-out Technique or Beginning West Coast
2 p.m. - Hip Hop for Swing Dancers or Blues I
3 p.m. - Blues II or *Tricks and Aerials

(*Only all-day ticket holders are allowed to attend this class.)

 

Workshop cost is $20/person, club members $15 for a complete day package, or $6 per class. Tickets may be purchased at the USU Ticket Office.

 

The schedule at Elite Hall (98 West Main, Hyrum) includes regular lessons ($1) 7:30-8:30 p.m., and the dance ($3) from 8:30-11:30 p.m.

 

“The USU workshop is not an event for a select few — everyone is welcome,” Sundberg said. “We encourage people to come with partners, but you can come alone as well. Come help us preserve the fine art of the Lindy Swing.”