Lindy hop is a fast, swinging partner dance that evolved from the 1920s to the 1950s in the jazz clubs and ballrooms of New York. The Afro-American population danced the night away to live music by artists such as Ella Fitzgerald and Count Basi. Lindy hop includes elements of jazz, tap and charleston. The style allows dancers (whether leading or following) a lot of room for improvisation, and is well known for its cheerful, upbeat music and much laughing and smiling.
Open practices
Delft Student Dance Association (D.S.D.A.) Blue Suede Shoes organizes open practices and classes for Lindy Hop.
Every quarter, you can take the Lindy Hop courses from Blue Suede Shoes ((https://dsda.nl/hours-classes/). During the open practice evenings, you can rehearse what you have learned during the course and ask fellow dancers for tips. The practices are a place where people socialize and train.
Everyone is welcome, from beginner to advanced dancer. Even if you are not a member of the association, you are very welcome to drop by; the first time is free of charge. We will take care of the music, so the only thing you need to bring is your enthusiasm and, if you have them, your dancing shoes.
See the Blue Suede Shoes website for location and times of the practices. Signing up beforehand is not required but is appreciated.
(D.S.D.A) Blue Suede Shoes
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