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Classes are in a private home studio in Hilo. Please wear clean dance shoes or socks.
Beginners welcome per class description.
No partners needed; we rotate.
Masks recommended. Class size limited.
More detailed class descriptions and prerequisites are on our Calendar.
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Please pre-register by email here.
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Special pricing for the July 2025 classes:
$10 per class if you pre-register; $15 drop-in.
Pre-register by July 4.
Group Classes
Monday, July 7, 2025:
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Adding Time
Learn what to do if you get "off the count" while dancing Lindy. For dancers with swing background.
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Crash Course in Balboa
A classy swing dance style featuring subtle foot movements and a close embrace. Beginners welcome!
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Tuesday, July 8, 2025:
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Intro to Jockey Charleston
Dance with a partner--as part of Lindy Hop--or solo! Also known as Side-by-Side Charleston. Expect aerobic kicking!
7:00- 8:00 p.m. Sugar Push Variations
A popular move for experienced Lindyhoppers seeking to add variety to their dance.
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Monday, July 14, 2025:
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Polish Your Swing Out
For students whose Swing Out needs review, we'll work on the specifics you need to succeed.
7:00- 8:00 p.m. Crash Course in Balboa
Continue this three-class series. No drop-ins, please.
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Tuesday, July 15, 2025:
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Essential 6-Count Lindy
Learn the fundamentals and get on the dance floor quickly! No prior dance experience needed.
7:00- 8:00 p.m. Inspired by Lyrics
Incorporate moves which reflect moments in each song's lyrics--on the fly! Students should have swing experience.
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Monday, July 21, 2025:
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Linear Lindy
Learn basic 8-count Lindy footwork and how to use it in moves such as the Yo-Yo and Promenade.
7:00- 8:00 p.m. Crash Course in Balboa
Continue this three-class series. No drop-ins, please.
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025:
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Tangoed Up In Blues
All levels of dancers are welcome! Learn how to adapt classic tango moves to Blues (and Lindy!)
7:00- 8:00 p.m. Shim Sham
Everyone should learn Shim Sham, among the most popular jazz routines (line dances) in the Lindy universe!
Private Lessons
Our primary swing dance instructors offer private lessons by request. In addition, most of our workshop instructors offer privates when they are in town. If you would like to take private lessons please use the Contact Form.
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Resources for Students
If you're a Hep Cats student, click here for additional class resources.