What you'll learn
- We will learn Lindy Hop basic steps and rhythms which will enable you to dance solo or in a couple.
- The most recognisable step in Lindy Hop is syncopated rhythm called Triple Step. During this classes you will be a specialist of syncopated rhythm.
- Course is in 2 languages: Polish with English subtitles.
- You will strat improvise to the music after this course, what is the essence of Swing Dances
Requirements
- That course is dedicated for everybody. Nevermind on which level you are, the main thing is to feel the music.
Description
The Lindy Hop is an American dance which was born in Harlem, New York City, in 1928 and has evolved since then with the jazz music of that time. It was very popular during the swing era of the late 1930s and early 1940s. Lindy was a fusion of many dances that preceded it or were popular during its development but is mainly based on jazz, tap, breakaway, and Charleston. It is frequently described as a jazz dance and is a member of the swing dance family.
Who this course is for:
- Everyone who want to make their life more dynamic, active and happy. This dance is for you. It will give you a lot of smile.
Instructor
- 4.6 Instructor Rating
- 14 Reviews
- 175 Students
- 5 Courses
Dancer, Dance Teacher, Choreographer, Actress & co-founder of Two To Jazz. Kari has started her dance career in the end of 2013. Karina fall in love with Lindy Hop, Charleston, Authentic Jazz, Chorus Line and Tap Dance. For 7 year she was teaching different styles of swing dances around Poland, leading regular groups in Krakow and Katowice.
In 2019 Kari graduated “Stage Choreography” studies. Since then, she have created choreography group Kick & Swing Chorus Line, choreographed several theatrical productions and create her own dance shoes brand Kick & Swing. Now Kari is a teacher in Little Big Apple Dance School in Lisbon, Portugal. Her main focus in dance is Chorus Line inspiration, jazz improvisation, body awareness, exploration different styles of dance and developing individual style.
In 2022 Kari in collaboration with Kris, video maker, photographer and swing dance lover, created Youtube video project Two To Jazz, about history of jazz, swing dances and jazz music. Check it out on Youtube!
Kari is a huge lover of vintage style and oldtimer's spirit of swing dance. In her classes you will activate your inner dance and acting potential.
"Be ready to have fun and don't forget to smile! ''