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Tricks, Dips and Pretzels Dance Workshop
Saturday January 9th, 2010 (instructor Paolo)
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor 12:30 - 4pm
Are you hungry for some holiday play time? This workshop will cover tricks, dips and some fancy pretzels that that will guarantee to bring a smile. We begin with balance techniques and then start adding the variations. By the second hour we’ll indulge in the fun tricks and by the third, we’ll put it all together musically. 12:30 Pretzel spins and releases, 1:30pm creative tricks in 6 and 8 count patterns, 2:45pm Dip variations and putting it all together. $15 per class, $40 all three. $35 for All with advanced purchase. 212-807-0802
Balboa Blast
Saturday December 19th, 2009 12:30 - 4:00pm
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC 212-807-0802
This workshop focuses on the Balboa, the California born Swing Dance. Starts with a refresher class and then gets progressively more challenging. 12:30 Blaboa Refresher, 1:30pm Secrets of staying light on your feet, 2:45pm Into the Stratosphere incorporating Scoots, Slides and Lollys.
$15 per class, $40 all three, advanced purchase $35.
SwingOut Slam
Saturday November 14, 2009 12:30 - 4:00pm
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC 212-807-0802
Improve your Swing-Out while we cover connection and counter-balance techniques. We’ll compare and contrast the Hollywood style and Savoy style versions. Then for the final section, we’ll learn some great variations that will challenge you. 12:30pm Review Connection, compare Hollywood and Savoy Styles, 1:30pm Match your partner, 2:45pm Challenging Variations. $15 per class, $40 for all 3, Advanced purchase just $35.
Swing and Salsa Level 1
Wednesdays Oct 14 - Nov 4
Saturdays Nov 7, 21, Dec 5 (just added! tentative)
Count Basie Theater in Red Bank, NJ
starts. October 14 2009 click DETAILS
Swing/Lindy Classes
Mad Hatter Dance Studio 1000 Division Street Suite 2B, Peekskill NY
TUESDAYS in November
6pm Swing/Lindy Level 1 4 weeks
7pm Swing/Lindy Level 2 4 weeks
8pm Balboa Level 1
For more details see http://www.madhatterdance.com
SwingOut Slam
Sunday August 9, 2009
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC
Improve your Swing-Out while we cover connection and counter-balance techniques. We’ll compare and contrast the Hollywood style and Savoy style versions. Then for the final section, we’ll learn some great variations that will challenge you. 1pm - 4pm. Starts with a refresher class from 1:00 - 1:45pm
Swing Crash Course
Sunday June 21st, July 26, Aug 30th
2009 Noon - 4:30pm
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC
This is for Beginners who wish to start dancing on the social dance floor. The focus is all Swing. This crash course starts with all the basics but quickly moves to more advanced movement as the day goes on. Can also challenge those with some swing dance experience as well. Featuring 4 1/2 hours of swing instruction. It is progressive and becomes more challenging as the day moves on. Featuring Three Great Instructors! $35 if you pre-register. $25 if you mention this ad when signing up! Above Class Location: call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
More Social Patterns Workshop
Saturday July 25th (NOT SUNDAY, sorry for error earlier)
The Hat Factory Building Suite 2B
1000 North Division Street Peekskill, NY 10566
Paolo and Lauren will be teaching another fabulous social patterns workshop! This time in Peekskill! (level: 2 and up - advanced basics pre-requisite)
Split into two sections, the focus will be on social patterns and the second workshop will include new tricks, scoops and slides. Certainly bring water and perhaps a snack but you don't need to bring a partner. We will be available for privates before the workshop only.
Pricing $20 per section, $35 all. More details coming Tel. 914-806-7653 or 917-359-7990
Balboa Basics and Beyond
Friday June 26th 2009 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, 135 South Hamilton, Poughkeepsie NY
Details on this Workshop coming soon.
We’ll move fast. info: (845) 256-0106 www.hudsonvalleydance.org
More Social Patterns Workshop
Sunday June 14th 2009 5:15pm – 8:15pm
The Hat Factory Building Suite 2B
1000 North Division Street Peekskill, NY 10566
Paolo and Lauren will be teaching another fabulous social patterns workshop! This time in Peekskill! (level: 2 and up - advanced basics pre-requisite)
Split into two sections, the focus will be on social patterns and the second workshop will include new tricks, scoops and slides. Certainly bring water and perhaps a snack but you don't need to bring a partner. We will be available for privates before the workshop only.
Pricing $20 per section, $35 all. Tel. 914-806-7653 or 917-359-7990
BALBOA BLAST!
Saturday May 30th 2009 ! 1 - 4:30pm (Advanced Beginner to Advance)
Instructor Paolo with guest follow Lauren Lollipop
Dance Workshop Focusing on The Balboa, the california born Swing Dance. Balboa was very popular among the College Kids in the mid 30s and is popular once again.
1:00pm – Balboa Refresher
1:45pm – Focus on Paddles, Pop Turns
3:15pm - Bang em up Balboa patterns.
$25 if you pre-register, $35 at the door. (price includes all three sections)
Above Class Location: Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC call 212-807-0802 to sign up. note: dance shoes with suede soles are recommended for this class!
PLEASE NOTE: Due to The Funeral of Frankie Manning - this workshop was moved from May 2nd to May 30th.
More Dips and Tricks Workshop
Sunday April 19th 2009 (confirmed - please note new date!)
Well on the Way 191 Main Street, Ossining NY (singles & couples welcome)
Paolo and Lauren will be teaching another fabulous dips and tricks dance workshop in Ossining! Saturday (advanced basics pre-requisite)
1:30pm – 2:45pm section A, 3:00pm – 4:15pm section B. The focus will be on 6 count based passes, patterns, dips and tricks. We will be available for privates after workshop. Certainly bring water and perhaps a snack but you don't need to bring a partner. Pricing $20 per section, $35 all. More details coming at http:www.paoloswings.com Tel. 914-806-7653 or 917-359-7990
Workshop 8- Count Swing Intensive with Carol Fraser
Sunday April 5th, 2009
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street NYC 212-807-0802
Learn the 8-Count circle, swing-out, Charleston and more! Then we'll cover how to mix it all together. (pre-req. avanced basics swing)
Tricks and Dips and Pretzels
Friday March 27th 2009 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, 135 South Hamilton, Poughkeepsie NY
This is a workshop special in which we will study dips and tricks that can be learned with only the knowledge of the 6-count basic. Plus we’ll try out some interesting ways to hit your 6-count passes using playful underarm wrap techniques. We will begin with good frame and balance techniques and learn the fundamentals of momentum and shared energy. Once our technique is there, We’ll move fast. info: (845) 256-0106 http://www.hudsonvalleydance.org
More Dips and Tricks Workshop
Saturday March 7th
Well on the Way 191 Main Street, Ossining NY (singles & couples welcome)
Paolo and Lauren will be teaching another fabulous dips and tricks dance workshop in Ossining! Saturday (advanced basics pre-requisite)
1:30pm – 2:45pm section A, 3:00pm – 4:15pm section B. The focus will be on 6 count based passes, patterns, dips and tricks. We will be available for privates after workshop. Certainly bring water and perhaps a snack but you don't need to bring a partner. Pricing $20 per section, $35 all. More details coming at http:www.paoloswings.com Tel. 914-806-7653 or 917-359-7990
More Spins, Slides and Dips
Friday February 27th 2009 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, 135 South Hamilton, Poughkeepsie NY
In this workshop we will study spinning and sliding techniques as well as easy dips for everyone. We begin with balance and placement techniques and learn the fundamentals of connection, momentum, and energy release. These techniques can be learned with only the knowledge of the 6-count basic. ( pre-req – basic swing) note: dance shoes with suede soles are recommended for this class
info: (845) 256-0106 http://www.hudsonvalleydance.org
Swing Your Sweety Dips and Tricks Workshop Weekend
Saturday Feb 14, Sunday Feb 15th 2008
Well on the Way 191 Main Street, Ossining NY (singles & couples welcome)
Paolo and Lauren will be teaching a special Valentine’s Day “Swing Your Sweety” weekend Dance Workshop in Ossining!
Saturday Swing Your Sweety Dips and Tricks (advanced basics pre-requisite)
1:30pm – 2:45pm section A, 3:00pm – 4:15pm section B. The focus will be on 6 count based passes, patterns and pretzels.
Sunday Intro to The Balboa (Open to all levels)
1:30pm – 3pm The Balboa is a Swing Dance that immerged out of California in the 1930’s and is known for it’s fast footwork and smooth upper body movement. It’s also the dance that Popeye and Olive Oil do in the cartoons.
We will be available for privates after workshop. Certainly bring water and perhaps a snack but you don't need to bring a partner. Pricing $20 per section, $35 two, $50 for entire weekend. Details at http:www.paoloswings.com Tel. 914-806-7653 or 917-359-7990.
Swivels, Slides and Circles Dance Workshop! (basic swing pre-requisite)
Saturday Jan 24, 2008 from 1:30pm – 4pm (Part A 1:30pm, Part B 2:45pm)
Well on the Way 191 Main Street, Ossining NY
Paolo and Lauren join forces for this Swing Workshop at this marvelous Health and Holistic Center in Ossining! The focus will be on 6 – count based swivels and slides and we'll introduce the 8 count circle. This is 2 and 1/2 hours so we will have two sections. Certainly bring water and perhaps a snack but you don't need to bring a partner.
Please arrive early. info 917-359-7990
SwingCrashCourse
Sunday January 25th
2009
This is for Beginners who wish to start dancing on the social dance floor. The focus is all Swing. This crash course starts with all the basics but quickly moves to more advanced movement as the day goes on. Can also challenge those with some swing dance experience as well. Featuring 4 1/2 hours of swing instruction. It is progressive and becomes more challenging as the day moves on. Featuring Three Great Instructors! $35 if you pre-register. $25 if you mention this ad when signing up! Above Class Location: Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
Tricks, Slides and Dips Dance Workshop! (basic swing pre-requisite)
Saturday Jan 3, 2008 from 2:30pm – 5pm (Part A 2:30pm, Part B 3:45pm)
Well on the Way 191 Main Street, Ossining NY
Paolo and Lauren will be teaching a Swing Workshop in Westchester the first Saturday of the New Year! The focus will be on 6 – count based tricks, slides and dips. This is 2 and 1/2 hours so we will have two sections. Certainly bring water and perhaps a snack but you don't need to bring a partner.
Price: $35 for entire workshop, $20 each section.
SPINS, SLIDES and DIPS Workshop and Performance
December 26th 2008
Poughkeepsie Swing Dance, Poughkeepsie NY.
6:30 – 8:00pm Workshop instructors: Paolo & Lauren (Prereq: basic swing)
Are you ready for some holiday play time? This is a workshop special in which we will study fun spinning and sliding techniques for both the leader and follower. We will begin with balance and placement techniques and learn the fundamentals of connection, momentum, and energy release. We will also address how to double and triple your turns without getting dizzy. These techniques can be learned with only the knowledge of the 6-count basic. note: dance shoes with suede soles are recommended for this class!
SWING-OUT SLAM
Tuesday Nov 25th 2008 7:30pm-10:00 Wednesday (instructors: Paolo and guest follow TBA)
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor
This is a workshop special in which we will study 10 CLASSIC Swing Out variations. We will begin with good frame and counter balance techniques and then begin to vary the footwork. Each variation will match the leaders patterns with the followers. Then we’ll watch as we combine these into even more magical patterns. (pre-req – Knowledge of the 8-count basic) For more info on these workshops http://www.paoloswings.com or call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
BALBOA BONANZA
Saturday Nov 22 1:00-4:00pm dance workshops (instructor Paolo with Special Guest Bella Viramontes from California)
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor 212-807-0802
This workshop begins with a Balboa Review of Swing to Balboa. Followed by Intensives on classic steps from Paddle Turns, Drags and Lollys to Fun Sliding Techniques. Will conclude with Bang em up and Shoot em up Balboa sequences and patterns. ( pre-req – adv basic balboa) note: dance shoes with suede soles are recommended for this class!
NEW JERSEY SWINGS Workshop and Dance
Friday November 14, 2008 Details here
American Legion, 13 Legion Pl, Whippany, NJ 07981 8:30 Dance Bash huge wood dance floor, 9:00 DJ 6pm - 9pm n-depth Lessons with American Swing Dance Champion, Paolo Lanna of NYC, featuring the Lindy Hop. Click for more info.
Direction: njswing.com/directions.htm CONTACT: www.njswing.com Kristine (973) 299-SWING (7946) NJSwing@verizon.net
BALBOA BLAST! Part 3
Saturday Sept 27, 2008. 1 - 4:30pm (Advanced Beginner to Advance) Instructor Paolo
Dance Workshop Focusing on The Balboa, the california born Swing Dance. Balboa was very popular among the College Kids in the mid 30s and is popular once again.
1:00pm – Balboa Refresher, Blending from Swing to Balboa.
1:45pm – Focus on Single Double Triple Footwork, Slides and more
3:15pm - Bang em up Balboa patterns.
$25 if you pre-register, $35 at the door. (price includes all three sections)
Above Class Location: Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
SwingCrashCourse
Sept 28th, 2008
This is for Beginners who wish to start dancing on the social dance floor. The focus is all Swing. This crash course starts with all the basics but quickly moves to more advanced movement as the day goes on. Can also challenge those with some swing dance experience as well. Featuring 4 1/2 hours of swing instruction. It is progressive and becomes more challenging as the day moves on. Featuring Three Great Instructors! $35 if you pre-register. $25 if you mention this ad when signing up! Above Class Location: Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
NEW JERSEY SWINGS Workshop and Dance
Friday July 11th 2008
American Legion, 13 Legion Pl, Whippany, NJ 07981 8:30 Dance Bash huge wood dance floor, 9:00 DJ 6pm - 9pm n-depth Lessons with American Swing Dance Champion, Paolo Lanna of NYC, featuring the Lindy Hop.Direction: njswing.com/directions.htm INFO/CONTACT: www.njswing.com Kristine (973) 299-SWING (7946) NJSwing@verizon.net
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Balboa Performance Class
Wednesdays (8 classes total) 9-10:30pm (begins June 4th 2008)
This will be a solid opportunity for students to take their Balboa to an entire new level. We have included some sweet patterns and tricks into the choreography and expect several returning talents from our last performance class. There will be 2 opportunities to perform at the end of our session (one will be on Friday August 1st). If you are not sure if you are ready to take this class, please come to the first meeting where will give an introductory overview, view your skill levels and give you an introduction to the music and choreography. To see our performance class routine from July 06 see: http://www.youtube.com/v/wDh7XX3ooB0
Contact Dance Manhattan at 212-807-0802 to sigh up or for more details.
NEW JERSEY SWINGS Workshop and Dance
Friday May 9th 2008
American Legion, 13 Legion Pl, Whippany, NJ 07981
8:30 Dance Bash huge wood dance floor, 9:00 DJ & live music with the hottest award-winning NYC jump swing, hot jazz & cool blues band, The Blue Vipers of Brooklyn, performing
6:30, 7:15 & 8:15 In-depth Lessons with American Swing Dance Champion, Paolo Lanna of NYC, instructing Balboa & Collegiate Shag
WORKSHOPS: w/American Swing Dance Champion, Paolo Lanna of NYC. Click for DETAILS
SwingCrashCourse
March 30th, April 27th, May 18th - 12PM-4:30PM (Beginner) (NOTE: there is NO May 25th date. Only May 18th!)
This is for Beginners who wish to start dancing on the social dance floor. The focus is all Swing. This crash course starts with all the basics but quickly moves to more advanced movement as the day goes on. Can also challenge those with some swing dance experience as well. Featuring 4 1/2 hours of swing instruction. It is progressive and becomes more challenging as the day moves on. Featuring Three Great Instructors! $35 if you pre-register. $25 if you mention this ad when signing up! Above Class Location: Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
Dips and Tricks Dance Workshop
Wednesday April 29 2008 (instructor Paolo and Special Guest)
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor
7:00pm-9:30 Instructors: Paolo “Pants”
This is a workshop special in which we will study drops, dips and tricks that look as impressive as it gets on the dance floor. By the second hour, we will begin to arrange the steps in a jam circle style showcase. This is the stuff that will knock your friends out.
BALBOA BLAST! Part 2
Saturday March 22nd 1 - 4:30pm (Advanced Beginner to Advance) Instructor Paolo
Dance Workshop Focusing on The Balboa, the california born Swing Dance. Balboa was very popular among the College Kids in the mid 30s and is popular once again.
1:00pm – Balboa Refresher, Blending from Swing to Balboa.
1:45pm – Focus on Paddles, Push Breaks and Side Breaks.
3:15pm - Bang em up Balboa patterns.
$25 if you pre-register, $35 at the door. (price includes all three sections)
Above Class Location: Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
Swing-Out Sunday Workshop and Dance
Westchester Ballroom Dance Studio 175 Tompkins Avenue, Pleasantville, NY
Sunday March 9th 3-6pm dance workshops, 6:30pm – 10:30pm dance
Hosted by Lauren + Paolo. All styles of music with a focus on Swing. Free Lesson at 8pm, dancing, food and refreshments! Westchester Ballroom Dance Studio (5 min. walk from the Pleasantville Metro North Train Station). 3pm – 6pm Daytime Workshops. 6:30 - 10:30pm DJ music and Dancing, dance lesson at 8pm, food and refreshments. click here for details and to purchase!
8-Count Swing Intensive!
Sunday March 2nd 2008 12:30PM-3:30PM (Intermediate) instructors Paolo "Pants" and Joe Palmer
Paolo. Joe and their guest helpers join forces to teach this workshop. This special edition will focus on 8-count material common with the Grandfather of all swing dance " The Lindy Hop". Paolo will also take some of hisr favorite moves and include them in this workshop. Basic Lindy/Swing experience required. Above Class Location: Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
Class Schedule March 2008
DAY TIME SUBJECT INSTRUCTOR
Wednesday 7pm Swing/Lindy Footwork level: Pre-Intermediate+ Paolo
8pm
9pm Swing/Lindy Choreographed Sequences level: Pre-Intermediate+ Paolo
Thursday 7pm Swing/Lindy Beginner Basics level: open Paolo
8pm Swing/Lindy Advanced Basic level: basics
9pm Charleston Sequences level: Pre-Intermediate+ Nathan / Paolo
Above Class Location: Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor NYC call 212-807-0802 to sign up.
8-Count Swing Intensive!
Sunday February 3d 2008 12:30PM-3:30PM (Intermediate)
Paolo. Joe and their guest helpers join forces to teach this workshop. This special edition will focus on 8-count material common with the Grandfather of all swing dance " The Lindy Hop& |
