We have such a fantastic community of dancers, most of which started with no dance experience at all. Each week we’ll spotlight a different member to get to know them and why they love Swing dancing. This week we’re spotlighting Jake!
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Learn The Stew
It’s time to learn the vintage solo routine, The Stew! The Stew (often called “Mama’s Stew”) is a vintage choreography famously used by Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers to warm up before practicing routines. This routine got its nickname after Louise “Mama Lou” Parks, a former hostess of the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem who helped preserve...
Solo Charleston Series
It’s time to get all 1920s as we kick off a two part Solo Charleston series! Solo Charlston was all the rage in the 20s and, as you know, Charleston gave birth to Lindy Hop and is still such an influence on the dance. So this is the perfect chance to get into the roots...
Swing It Featured on Today Tonight
After having the Today Tonight crew come and hang out with us at our Swing dance classes it was a real treat to finally see the story go to air. We couldn’t be more happy with it. They did a great job of showing the fun energy of the classes and capturing just why...
Swing It Performs At PIAF 2017
Swing It returned to PIAF this year with two nights of performing with the Evan Sherman Big Band. During the performance Shane & Ruth were asked up on stage to dance alongside the band…
PLJ Lindy Hopper's Sports Carnival
The PLJ Lindy Hoppers Sports Day Carnival is gonna rock your knee high socks off! Don your sports sweats, grab a refreshment at The Canteen, get your fill of Red Frogs and prepare to swing out until your hearts content to some of Perth’s best DJ’s. There will be FUN! Hilarious comps with PRIZES and...
Dancing For Charity
Our last Rhythm Lounge was a fantastic effort to raise money for the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. We had a huge turn out and all proceeds went to ASRC plus all proceeds from the fantastic bake sale we had on the night! In total we raised $850 and couldn’t be more proud. Our wonderful community...
Harlem In North Perth
PIAF have brought a very special guest to Perth all the way from Harlem! Lana Turner is a well known Harlem personality who’s been dancing up a storm her whole life. Lana still Swing dances regularly and is known for her smooth style and flair. Lana is in town to feature with the Evan Sherman...
Swing It Returns To PIAF
Last year I was a choreographer for the opening of PIAF 2016. My team, Savoy Stomp, performed before a crowd of more than 50,000 people. I couldn’t have been more proud. Well, I’m happy to say that PIAF have asked us back for 2017 and myself and Savoy Stomp will be performing with the Evan...
Free Beginner Swing Dance Class!
It’s a new year! What better way to get into the Swing of 2017 than going out for a great night of dancing and laughs. Everyone is welcome to take part. This is the perfect opportunity to try out Swing dancing or to brush off those cobwebs if you’re looking to get back into it!...