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April 2019
Solo Jazz Routine for All
(Thursdays in April 7-8pm) $15/class. Discount for students/military/low income of $5 full class series) Moving well with a partner starts with moving yourself well. This class will introduce solo jazz movement and vocabulary while learning a fun routine that you can perform at the Bread & Butter Jam! Followed by a 30min open practice.
Find out more »20’s Charleston (All Levels)
(April 25ht 7-8pm) $15. The roaring 20's had wild flappers doing wild dancing. Learn the basics of this exuberant dance, both partnered and solo. Followed by our monthly Bread & Butter Jam social dance!
Find out more »May 2019
Lil’ Rhody, Big Swing Out! 15 year Anniversary Edition
Saturday May 4th in Providence, RI We are going ALL RHODE ISLAND for this year's Lil' Rhody Big Swing Out! This also happens to be Providence Swings' 15th Birthday celebration! We've got 1 day of workshops with Providence Swings' own Daryl & Jen, including a special musicality workshop with our band for the weekend, none other than RI Jazz legends Lloyd Kaplan's Aristocats. We'll also be back with our famous Dirty Dozen Mash Up Mix & Match, a late night…
Find out more »Frankie’s Favorites (Exp)
(Thursdays in May 8:30-9:30pm) $15/class. Learn some of Frankie Manning's favorite steps emphasizing rhythm and partnering! Followed by a 30min open practice.
Find out more »Lindy Fundamentals (Beg)
(Thursdays in May 7:00-8:00pm) $15/class. Learn the core movements, rhythms, and partnering skills that are fundamental to Lindy Hop. Followed by a 30min open practice.
Find out more »June 2019
Swing Spring Training- (Exp)
(2 weeks, Thursdays in June starting June 6th, 8:30-9:30pm. Note, NO class 6.20.19) $15/class. Note, no class June 27th due to Bread & Butter Jam. Getting into Lindy Hop shape takes training. We’ll do some drills to help improve movement. Followed by a 30 min practice session.
Find out more »Swing Rhythm and Music (Beg)
(3 weeks, Thursdays in June starting June 6th, 7:00-8:00pm. Note, NO class 6.20.19) $15/class. Explore jazz music structure, other rhythms, and how to phrase up your dancing.
Find out more »August 2019
Lindy Partnered Choreography (Exp)
(6 weeks, every Thursday in July and August starting July 11, 8:30-9:30pm) At the door: $15/per class Drop-In regular pricing, $10/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. Note, NO class July 4th, July 25th, or August 29th. We love to give our students the opportunity to showcase what they're learning, especially in the context of a fun choreographed partner routine! Stick with us the whole 6 weeks to learn and perfect choreographed moves so we can perform it as a team at…
Find out more »Swing Summer Camp (8 week Beginner session)
(8 weeks, every Thursday in July and August starting July 11, 7:00-8:00pm) At the door: $15/per class Drop-In regular pricing, $10/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. Note, NO class July 4th. Have fun this summer and learn to Lindy Hop! Each class will be customized to the students attending and always beginner-friendly. Followed by a 30 min practice session.
Find out more »September 2019
Rhythm Variations (Experienced)
(3 weeks, every Thursday in Sept starting Sept 5th, 8:30-9:30pm. Note, no class on Sept 26th due to BBJ) At the door: $15/per class Drop-In regular pricing, $10/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. Learn some fun rhythm variations on our basic Lindy Hop footwork to incorporate into your social dancing. Must be proficient with 8ct basic footwork, swingout, circle, passby, tuck turns). Followed by a 30min practice session.
Find out more »October 2019
Seamless Charleston and Lindy (Experienced)
(4 weeks, every Thursday in Oct starting Oct 3rd, 8:30-9:30pm. Note, no class on Oct 31st due to BBJ) At the door: $15/per class Drop-In regular pricing, $10/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. Learn to flow seamlessly through Charleston and Lindy hop as you dance to faster tempos. Must be proficient with Charleston basic and 8ct basic Lindy footwork, swingout, circle. Followed by a 30min practice session.
Find out more »Fall Swing School- Blue session (Beginner-9 weeks)
(9 weeks, every Thursday in Sept and Oct starting Sept 5th, 7:00-8:00pm) At the door: $15/per class Drop-In regular pricing, $10/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. Have fun this fall and learn to Lindy Hop! Each class will be customized to the students attending and always beginner-friendly. Followed by a 30 min practice session. Blue session does not progress into Red session in Nov/Dec, but we encourage students to take both series for extra practice and solidification of basics!
Find out more »December 2019
1920’a Rent Party
Get ready to go back in time with Providence Swings' 1920's Rent Party! Come out in your 20's fashion and enjoy our Mocktail Speakeasy. There will be a classic 20s Charleston beginner lesson (all are welcome, no partner necessary) from 7:30-8:30 and social dancing throughout the night. We also have a surprise in store! So don't miss this super fun event! Tickets are $10 at the door. Please note that this event will take place at our NEW…
Find out more »The Frankie Doo
(4 weeks, every Thursday in Nov and Dec starting Nov 7th, 8:30-9:30pm. Note, no class on Nov 21st, 28th, Dec 19, Dec 26th) At the door: $15/per class Drop-In regular pricing, $10/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. Did you know that Frankie Manning also choreographed a version of the Tranky Doo? Well come on out and learn this solo line dance! Solo jazz dance experience helpful, but not required.
Find out more »Fall Swing School- Red session (Beginner-6 weeks)
(6 weeks, every Thursday in Nov and Dec starting Nov 7th, 7:00-8:00pm. Note, no class on Nov 28th and Dec 26th) At the door: $15/per class Drop-In regular pricing, $10/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. Have fun this fall and learn to Lindy Hop! Each class will be customized to the students attending and always beginner-friendly. Followed by a 30 min practice session. Blue session does not progress into Red session in Nov/Dec, but we encourage students to take both series…
Find out more »Bread & Butter Jam social dance
Join us on the LAST THURSDAY of each month from 8-10pm for our social dance! At our new home- TwirlTheGirl at The Pawtucket Armory Arts Center. $5 at the door. FREE with purchase of a drop-in specialty class that night! The BBJ is a social dance for dancers of all experience levels. No partner required. Providence Swings' DJ's or special DJ's will be playing tunes for your happy feet. So come practice what you're learning, be inspired by others, meet…
Find out more »Tuesday Community Night
We at Providence Swings are very excited to bring you another night of dance during the week. This night is not just for classes, however! Tuesday nights will be focused on gathering with the PS community- practicing what you’ve been learning, meeting new friends, and socializing! NEW Location- Church of the Redeemer, 655 Hope St, Providence (on the corner of Hope and Savoy ) Price- $5/at the door. No need to pre-register Time- 8-10pm 8-8:30: Special topic drop-in class 8:30-9: Guided practice time with…
Find out more »January 2020
Lindy Shindig
Providence Swings holds a special DJ’d social dance on the 2nd Saturday of every month! Absolutely no previous experience or partner required! Anyone who has never been swing dancing is encouraged to come out, take the beginner lesson, and meet new people. We welcome those of all levels! 7:30-8:30pm: Beginner Lindy Hop Lesson 8:30-late: Social Dance $10 at the door
Find out more »Musicality (All levels)
(This All-Levels class happens every Tuesday after our 30 min beginner lesson. Runs from 8:00-9:00pm) At the door: $10/class regular pricing, $8/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. INCLUDES the BEGINNER CLASS right before in case you need a quick refresher on the basics. In this 4 week class series, we will be focusing on connecting with the music. We'll talk about phrasing, getting inspired by the music, and different ways to interact with the music!
Find out more »Beginner Lesson
(This beginner class happens every Tuesday before our all-levels Lindy Hop class. Runs from 7:30-8:00pm) At the door: $10/class regular pricing, $8/per class Drop-In Student/Vet/Low Income. INCLUDES the ALL-LEVELS CLASS so you can (and should!) stay for the whole night! Have fun and learn to Lindy Hop! Each class will be customized to the students attending and always beginner-friendly. This 30 min beginner class is meant for those with little to no previous experience or for those who would like…
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