Swing
Swing is an umbrella term used to describe the music and dance styles derived from the jazz movement in the United States during the 1920s to the 1940s.
Who do you call?
South Island
Swingtown Rebels (Christchurch)
Phone: 021 123 8505
021 123 8505
www.swingtownrebels.co.nz
Swingtown Rebels teach classes in Swing dancing/ Lindy hop, Blues and other various styles from the 1920-1940's. They have their weekly social night on Wednesday at the Yellow Cross from 9pm.
North Island
Swing Out Central (Auckland)
Phone: 021 515 798
info@swingoutcentral.com
www.swingoutcentral.com
Known for their fun and friendly classes with a strong emphasis on good technique and interesting lead and follow based moves, Natasya and Simon have created a wonderfully warm and welcoming atmosphere at all their venues.
They run classes out east in St Heliers, out west in Te Atatu and at a more central venue...Ponsonby.
The Swing Station (Auckland)
Phone: 027 223 5673
megan@theswingstation.co.nz
www.theswingstation.co.nz
The Swing Station is bringing this original partner dance from 1930's and 40's Harlem back in fashion with regular classes, social dancing and big band gigs. Whether new to Auckland, or new to dancing, you will not be welcomed by a friendlier crowd.
Cats Corner Swing Dance (Hamilton)
Phone: 021 183 7705
michswingal@yahoo.co.nz
Hamilton's very own Swing & Lindy hop dance scene. At Cats Corner Swing Dance in six weeks you’ll learn the basic patterns, footwork and technique behind swing dancing. By the end of this fun course you’ll have learnt how to move with a partner and be dancing the Lindy hop to the great swing tunes. Nice People. Good Company. Heaps of fun!
Tuesday nights:
Beginners - 6.00 - 7.00pm
Level 1 - 7.15pm – 8.15pm
Six week revolving block courses
Gravity Bar – 30 Alexandra Street, Hamilton