Prerequisite – You must know basic Lindy swing out OR take the beginning Lindy Hop class
Swing Rueda is a circle dance where couples exchange partners in sync with each other following moves from a caller. Swing Rueda uses classic Lindy Hop moves as well as fun, playful moves adapted from Salsa Rueda. Our four-week progressive Swing Rueda class covers all the basic Swing Rueda moves so you can join in our regular Swing Rueda dances at the 2nd and 4th Wednesday Waltz Etc. dance. No partner necessary BUT you must know the basic Lindy swing out or take the beginning Lindy Hop class.
You can take our Lindy Hop class right before the Swing Rueda class to learn the basic Lindy swing out. And don’t forget to check out our 6-count swing class at 10 AM
About Swing Circle Boulder
Art and Becky Bragg have been dancing and teaching together for over 30 years. They bring a fun energy to their classes keeping the pace simple and lively to get everyone dancing!
Beginning Lindy Hop Sundays, Jan. 15, 22, 29 and Feb. 5 11:00am-12:00pm
The Lindy Hop is the classic Savoy Ballroom swing dance of the 1930s and 40s. Its high-energy moves allow for individual expression as couples dance to the beat of big band music.
Our four-week progressive class covers basic Lindy moves (swing out, jockey, turns) in the first two weeks and moves on to more advanced moves in the second two weeks. As part of this class we will show you how to integrate your new 8-count Lindy Hop moves into your social 6-count swing dancing. No experience necessary, no partner necessary. No preregistration necessary. Just come to the first class on January 15 at 11 AM and start dancing!
BONUS! – The first class on January 15 will teach you the basic Lindy swing out so you can join the Beginning Swing Rueda class immediately following the Lindy class.)
Don’t forget to check out our 6-count swing class at 10 AM and our Swing Rueda classes at 12 PM on the same day!
About Swing Circle Boulder
Art and Becky Bragg have been dancing and teaching together for over 30 years.They bring a fun energy to their classes keeping the pace simple and lively to get everyone dancing!
This 4-class series will start at the beginning of 6-count Swing (also called “East Coast Swing”, and “Jitterbug”) and take you through the basics with some nice moves and styling. Great for couples and singles! No experience necessary, no partner necessary.
No preregistration necessary. Just come to the first class on Sunday, January 15 and start dancing!
Check out our Lindy Hop class right after the 6-count class to add to your swing repertoire!
About Swing Circle Boulder
Art and Becky Bragg have been dancing and teaching together for over 30 years. They bring a fun energy to their classes keeping the pace simple and lively to get everyone dancing!
Tranky Doo Saturday, November 6 and 13, 2021 2:00 – 3:10 PM $20
Good News! Because Swing Circle Boulder is following BCPH protocols, and we have been granted a mask exemption MASKS ARE NOT REQUIRED IN OUR CLASSES – but note that the Avalon building requires that MASKS MUST BE WORN IN ALL PUBLIC AREAS (lobby, hallways, bathrooms).
Note: The Avalon is a vaccinated-only venue – YOU MUST SHOW PROOF OF VACCINATION (card or image) to attend. You must also supply contact information (phone or email) for any potential post-class contact tracing. Please see the Avalon website for details.
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The Tranky Doo is the classic line dance created in the 1940s by Frankie Manning traditionally danced to the song The Dipsy Doodle. Full of classic up-tempo jazz steps, you will find people all over the word dancing the Tranky Doo.
This class is a two session class. The first class is on Nov 6, the second class is on Nov 13.
All classes are held at the Avalon Ballroom, 6185 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO.
Tranky Doo Saturday, November 6 and 13, 2021 2:00 – 3:10 PM $20
Good News! Because Swing Circle Boulder is following BCPH protocols, and we have been granted a mask exemption MASKS ARE NOT REQUIRED IN OUR CLASSES – but note that the Avalon building requires that MASKS MUST BE WORN IN ALL PUBLIC AREAS (lobby, hallways, bathrooms).
Note: The Avalon is a vaccinated-only venue – YOU MUST SHOW PROOF OF VACCINATION (card or image) to attend. You must also supply contact information (phone or email) for any potential post-class contact tracing. Please see the Avalon website for details.
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The Tranky Doo is the classic line dance created in the 1940s by Frankie Manning traditionally danced to the song The Dipsy Doodle. Full of classic up-tempo jazz steps, you will find people all over the word dancing the Tranky Doo.
This class is a two session class. The first class is on Nov 6, the second class is on Nov 13.
All classes are held at the Avalon Ballroom, 6185 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO.
Mama’s Stew Saturday, October 30, 2021 2-3:10 PM $10
Good News! Because Swing Circle Boulder is following BCPH protocols, and we have been granted a mask exemption MASKS ARE NOT REQUIRED IN OUR CLASSES – but note that the Avalon building requires that MASKS MUST BE WORN IN ALL PUBLIC AREAS (lobby, hallways, bathrooms).
Note: The Avalon is a vaccinated-only venue – YOU MUST SHOW PROOF OF VACCINATION (card or image) to attend. You must also supply contact information (phone or email) for any potential post-class contact tracing. Please see the Avalon website for details.
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The Stew is a vintage warm-up choreography used by Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers. It combines many classic swing jazz moves into a fun, fast moving dance. The routine is called the Mama’s Stew after Mama Lu & The Parkets.
All classes are held at the Avalon Ballroom, 6185 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO.
Shim-Sham Saturday, October 23, 2021 2-3:10 PM $10
Good News! Because Swing Circle Boulder is following BCPH protocols, and we have been granted a mask exemption MASKS ARE NOT REQUIRED IN OUR CLASSES – but note that the Avalon building requires that MASKS MUST BE WORN IN ALL PUBLIC AREAS (lobby, hallways, bathrooms).
Note: The Avalon is a vaccinated-only venue – YOU MUST SHOW PROOF OF VACCINATION (card or image) to attend. You must also supply contact information (phone or email) for any potential post-class contact tracing. Please see the Avalon website for details.
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The Shim Sham is the swing line dance version of the classic 1920’s tap routine, adapted and created by Frankie Manning’s for swing dancers. The Shim-Shim is danced at swing dances around the world. Come learn this classic line dance and join in the fun when we dance it in swing dances at the Avalon Ballroom!
All classes are held at the Avalon Ballroom, 6185 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder
Our inclusive and friendly beginner classes run in a 4-week progressive series on Monday nights at 8 p.m. in the Avalon Ballroom. We offer 3 levels for you to refine your lindy hop skills! No partner necessary as we rotate partners in class (you also have the option to opt-out of rotating).
A new series begins at the start of the month. If you miss week 1 you can still start in week 2 of our Level 1 series. Sign-up in advance at www.boulderswingdance.com!
Dates: October 4, 11, 18, 25
Join us for a social dance party on Saturday, October 23rd in Sodal Hall!
Monday schedule:
6:45-7:45 – Level 1.5
7:45-8:00 – Practice time
8:00-9:00 – Level 1 & Level 2
9:00-10:00 – Free social dancing
Espresso! plays fiery Gypsy Jazz and American Swing in & around Boulder, Colorado.
Upbeat, classy music and fabulous dancing.
Espresso!
Espresso! plays at the Avalon Saturday, June 12
Duane Webster (bass). Bill Pontarelli (clarinet), Emily Reynolds (guitar), Jordan Ramsey (mandolin)
We’re excited to present two ways to enjoy this fabulous concert/dance party: live-streamed on YouTube AND live and in-person at the Avalon—both on Saturday, June 12, at 7 pm!
To attend the live, in-person dance, come to the Avalon Ballroom at 6185 Arapahoe in Boulder on June 12. The dance goes from 7 to 9:30 pm. Join us! Details: This is a “vaccinated dancer” event. Vaccination required for admission. Minimum $5 donation per dancer suggested. Masks are not needed on the dance floor, but are required in common areas (including bathrooms) of the Avalon (Avalon policy). Bring dance shoes that won’t leave marks on the wonderful sprung hardwood floor. No pre-registration needed. Volunteer help needed: door, set-up, take-down… Contact Tom below
To watch and listen on YouTube, please register in advance at this link. The livestream is free. You’ll receive a confirmation email with a link to the concert, which will be from 7 to 8 pm (one hour only) on June 12.
More info: tom.masterson@colorado.edu 303 499-6363
Alex (Tink) Wilson was a long-time dancer, singer, storyteller, and promoter of folk life events in the Boulder area and throughout Colorado. The Alex Wilson Legacy Fund is a Boulder-based non-profit organization that promotes and supports participatory dance, music, story and other folk arts in Colorado and the nation.
