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Jumptown Swing

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Address: 38 David St Turner 2612 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: http://jumptown.org

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25.01.2022 Hey dancers, here’s what’s coming up tonight at the Polish Club: 6:30pm: Essentials Lindy Hop 7:30pm: All levels Balboa... For some inspiration, check out this virtual balboa comp from Camp Hollywood the whole thing is online this year, so there’ll be hours of excellent dancing to watch A couple of COVID rules: Class is by prebooking only: https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051 Don’t come to class if you’re unwell or have recently been to a hotspot Please help us with the check in process by arriving a couple of minutes early See you guys tonight

25.01.2022 Hi everyone, here is the new class registration link with a change of platform - please let us know what you think of it. This is for classes this week and next. We will put the following two weeks up there shortly and re-post the link. https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051

24.01.2022 Hey gang, we’re back at the Polish Club tonight! Here’s what’s coming up... 6:30pm Beginners more six count moves comin’ your way 7:30pm Essentials we’ve got a little something to challenge your technique and inspire your social dances at the Christmas party.... Here’s a bit of mid-week inspiration for us all. This video is a few years old but still gets us excited about dancing every time we watch it Remember our COVID rules: Don’t come to class if you’re unwell or have recently been to a hotspot Class is by pre-booking only, for contact tracing purposes Please turn up a few minutes early to help us with the check in process See you all tonight!

24.01.2022 Our favourite day of the week is here again the day we get to dance with you all! Here the class plan for tonight... 6:30pm Essentials TANDEM CHARLESTON Tandem Charleston is such an iconic and unique part of this dance we all love, and it’s been ages since we worked on it so we are so keen to get stuck in No previous tandem experience required. 7:30pm Solo Jazz tonight we’re working on a nice little solo routine to a Nat King Cole song. You don’t need to know any so...lo jazz to come along you’ll learn some classic solo moves and some rhythm changes and we’ll put it all together in a fun, musical sequence All levels welcome! Remember that class is by pre-booking only: https://jotform.com/202167814238051 And as per our COVID rules, don’t come to class if you’re unwell or have recently been to a hotspot. We love this photo of some of the original dancers doing an awesome tandem aerial While we won’t be getting off the ground tonight, we do want to honour the roots of the dance. This is Mickey Sayles and William Downes, Norma Miller and Billy Ricker, Willamae Ricker and Al Minns, and Ann Johnson and Frankie Manning (left to right), rehearsing on the Hellzapoppin' set at Universal Studios in 1941. So cool!!

24.01.2022 Hey team, here’s the recap from last night’s super cardio Essentials class: hacksaws, jumps, and a throw out

22.01.2022 Learn the magical life skill of partnering dancing with Jumptown Swing, new course starting soon! No experience necessary. We run Covid safe classes. Swing on down and check it out. You can start at Weeks 1 or 2. Register here - https://www.jotform.com/202167814238051

18.01.2022 Wednesday’s nearly here again and we can’t wait to get on with more dancing Here’s what’s on this week... 6:30pm Essentials the class for intermediate Lindy Hoppers, where we work on shapes, technique, moves and musicality 7:30pm Beginner Refresh this week’s speciality class is for those of you who’ve completed a beginners course and want to refresh your memory on how this whole swing dancing thing works, or anyone feeling rusty after the break (we know we are ). Sp...read the word to any of your friends who’ve been to beginners and not yet made the leap up! A few COVID changes: Class is by pre-booking only www.trybooking.com/BKFWO Don’t come to class if you’re unwell Make sure you arrive a few minutes early to help us with the check in process The rest of our COVID rules will be explained at class See you guys tomorrow night!

18.01.2022 Today’s inspiration is a video we’ve watched many times before, but every time our jaw still drops... WATCH IT! Tonight we’re at the Polish Club for two hours of Lindy Hop (although we promise we won’t be taking to the sky like these guys!): 6:30pm Essentials: intermediate Lindy Hop some technique, some lead/follow work, and some cool new moves ... 7:30pm Master Class: intermediate-advanced to advanced Lindy Hop. This class is about taking things up a notch it will push your dancing and your technique, so if you’re ready to challenge yourself then this is the class for you! If you’re unsure about the level, get in touch Remember, we have a few COVID rules: - Class is by pre-booking only at www.trybooking.com/BKFWO - Don’t come to class if you’re unwell - Turn up a few minutes early to help us with the check in process See you guys tonight!

17.01.2022 Hey dancers, check out this video about the famous Hellzapoppin clip some interesting facts, some background on why it’s so important today, and also... just a chance to watch this mind blowing clip once again We’re back at the Polish Club tonight! Here’s what’s on: 6:30pm: Essentials Lindy Hop... 7:30pm: Balboa Remember we’ve got a few COVID rules in place: - You much pre-book for class (and tell us your parnter’s name as well if booking for someone else): www.trybooking.com/BKFWO - Don’t come to class if you’re unwell - Make sure you turn up a few minutes early to help with the check in process Otherwise, we are set for another great night of dancing. See you all there!

16.01.2022 We’re dancing again at the Polish Club tonight! Our beginners class last week was a blast thanks to all of you who joined us! If you missed last week’s class, it’s not too late to join the course Come along today and we will get you up to speed Here’s what’s coming up tonight: 6:30pm Beginners week two of our beginners course it’s not too late to join in!... 7:30pm Essentials our intermediate class. This week we’ll nerd out on a million different ways to do a pass by 8:30pm Solo Jazz we’ll work on something nice and cruisey. If you’ve never tried solo before, this class will be a nice way to start We have a few COVID rules in place: Class is by pre-booking only: https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051 Don’t come to class if you’re unwell or have recently been to a hotspot. Please help us with the check in process by arriving a few minutes early. We can’t wait to have a dance with you all tomorrow night!

16.01.2022 Who wants to dance to some swingin' jazz?! Our 4 week beginner lindy hop block starts at 6.30pm on Wednesday 16 September at the Polish White Eagle Club in Turner. More details and registration link coming very soon, so save the date!

16.01.2022 Class is on tonight so we thought we’d share some seriously inspiring dancing from Nils and Bianca! These two know how to bring the energy Here’s what’s on tonight: 6:30pm Beginners it’s the first night of our new beginners course and we couldn’t be more excited! Just a few spots left so if you want to join us sign up now ... 7:30pm Essentials this is our intermediate class, where we’ll work on some trickier techniques and concepts. 8:30pm Swing Out Masterclass get ready to level up your swing out We’re doing a deep dive, focusing on the techniques you need to give your swing out a serious upgrade. This class is open to anyone Essentials and up. Remember, as part of our COVID safe plan you must book in advance: https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051 Don’t come to class if you’re unwell or have recently been to a hotspot. The rest of our COVID safe plan will be explained at class tonight See you there!

16.01.2022 Find out why Swing Dances are always smilling! Fun & Friendly COVID safe classes and there is still time to join our beginner swing dance course this Wednesday 24th of November at the White Eagle Polish Club - 1 David St Turner @6:30pm. See our Facebook event for more details and book your spot now! https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051

14.01.2022 Spring has sprung and what better time to start swing dancing with Jumptown Swing! Teaching beginners to dance since 2003 as Canberra's longest running and most experienced Not for Profit Swing Dance Community. We run COVID safe classes. Find all the details and book your spot here: https://bit.ly/32g1o94

12.01.2022 If you’ve never tried swing dancing before, tonight is your night! We’ve got a new beginners course starting and we can’t wait to get dancing with you all Here’s what’s coming up: 6:30pm Beginners it’s week one of our beginners course! You don’t need any dance experience or even a partner, just come along and we’ll teach you everything you need to know Over the four weeks we’ll get you set up with the fundamentals and by the end you’ll have plenty of flash moves under... your belt 7:30pm Essentials our intermediate course, where we work on slightly harder moves and focus on technique. If you’ve completed both a six count and an eight count beginners course then you are welcome to join us in this class We have a few COVID rules in place at the moment: Class is by pre-booking only so make sure you sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051 Don’t come to class if you’re unwell or have recently been to a hotspot Please arrive a few minutes early to help us with the check in process In the meantime, here’s a little bit of inspiration from two great dancers we think this really shows just how playful this dance can be!

11.01.2022 Who's up for some Monday night jazzy goodness! We have 2 hours of class tonight at the Polish Club in Turner - you can register here: https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051 6.30pm: The adventures in beginner lindy hop continue with Kate & Greg! 7.30pm: More balboa fun with Krystel & Jocelyn!... See you all tonight! In the meantime, here's a social dance to put a smile on your face

10.01.2022 It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time to dance! Coming up tonight at the Polish Club... 6:30pm - Essentials Lindy Hop. All the usual hijinks, moves and technique to challenge your dancing 7:30pm - Blues Waltz Not quite this kind of waltz but something a little bluesier that we think you’re going to enjoy. You don’t need any blues (or waltz!) experience we’ll teach you everything you need to know and get you moving around the room. Come along to have a go (Note: given ...the current pandemic situation, we won’t be dancing in close contact during this class ) Remember that class is by pre-booking only! Book your spot here: https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051 A few other COVID rules: Don’t come if you’re feeling unwell Don’t come if you’ve recently been to a hotspot or have been in contact with someone who has Help us with the check in process by arriving a few minutes early We can’t wait to dance with you all tonight! See you soon!

09.01.2022 By popular demand, Jumptown beginner lindy hop classes start back 16 September! Grab your mates, check the details, register online (link and COVID Safe Plan in event), and get excited We can't wait to get you started on your swing dance journey

08.01.2022 Here’s what we covered in Essentials class on Wednesday night. Remember: to do the swing out after the lead-turn-follow-turn you’ve got to go straight into the triples that are usually three and four of the swing out

07.01.2022 Who's keen for our beginner class on 16 September? Our 4 week lindy hop beginner block is about basic rhythms, classic steps, and a whole lot of fun with your partner and the music! At the end of the block you'll have the confidence and a pocket full of simple moves to have you up having a blast and keeping time on the dance floor Check the FB event for details and rego link https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051

07.01.2022 Swing into Spring with Jumptown Swing! After a break over lockdown we’re starting beginner swing dance classes again on 16 September. Our classes are COVID safe and will get you dancing in no time, no matter how much experience you have. Book your spot now! https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051

06.01.2022 Happy Monday!! It may be raining outside, but we got some dancin' to keep you occupied 6:30pm - Week 1 of a NEW 4 Week Block of Beginners Lindy Hop. Dixie & Gareth are back and will be working you through 8 Count Lindy ... 7:30pm - All Level Balboa with Krystel & Jocelyn. They will be shufflin' and showing some cool moves. There are still spots left, but don't forget to register! See you all tonight FYI- Don't forget our Covid Safe Rules Class is by pre-booking only so make sure you sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051 Don’t come to class if you’re unwell or have recently been to a hotspot Please arrive a few minutes early to help us with the check in process

06.01.2022 There is still time to register for our Swing into Spring beginner swing dance classes starting tomorrow night, we are almost full but a few spots remain. Our classes are COVID safe , fun and friendly and a great way to meet new people. https://form.jotform.com/202167814238051

04.01.2022 Here's a little video to pep up your Thursday It's a lindy hop battle featuring high energy, killer moves, mad aerials and some very fast feet! Check it out

02.01.2022 We’re watching videos and getting some inspiration for our classes this week and we just had to share this one So many dynamic shifts and so much musicality, we love it! This Wednesday we have our Lindy Hop Essentials class at 6:30pm as usual, and then the Master Class at 7:30pm. The Master Class is aimed at intermediate-advanced to advanced dancers, so if you’re ready to push your dancing and challenge yourself then we’ve got some great content comin’ up for you! If you’re unsure if the level of the class is for you, get in touch Book here: www.trybooking.com/BKFWO

01.01.2022 Last night’s Essentials recap more kick lands and Charleston combinations, plus get ready for a linear vs circular theme over the next few weeks... We’re aiming for the whole class to level up in this field