Early Lindy Hop Styles Workshop with Guest Teacher Richard Powers USA
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Early Lindy Hop Styles Workshop with Guest Teacher Richard Powers USA

About the event

Join us for a delightful series of workshops with the esteemed dance historian, Richard Powers! 🌟 After the success of our previous events, we're excited to have Richard back this July for three incredible sessions that promise to be both enjoyable and informative!

🕺 About Richard Powers:
Richard is a full-time instructor at Stanford University, focusing on dance history and contemporary social dance. With extensive knowledge in social dance from the Renaissance to today, his workshops combine fun with historical insight.

Workshop Highlights:

1. Early Lindy Hop Styles

🗓️ Saturday, 4th July | 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
🌍 Studio 1, City Sport, 124 Goswell Rd, London, EC1V 7DP
Dive into the vibrant roots of Lindy Hop! Experience the playful, improvisational styles that danced their way through the late 1920s and early 1930s. Learn the original moves that defined the energetic atmosphere of the Savoy Ballroom!

  • Advanced Tickets: £38.50 +bf per person / £80 +bf for all 3 workshops
  • On the Door: £45

2. Rock n Roll Partnered Dances of the 1950s

🗓️ Sunday, 5th July | 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
🌍 Studio 1, City Sport, 124 Goswell Rd, London, EC1V 7DP
Get ready to groove to the beats of the 1950s! This workshop will teach you the fun and energetic stylings of the Jitterbug and early Rock n Roll, perfect for capturing the lively spirit of the era!

  • Advanced Tickets: £33 +bf per person / £80 +bf for all 3 workshops
  • On the Door: £38

3. Blues and Foxtrot

🗓️ Sunday, 5th July | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
🌍 Studio 1, City Sport, 124 Goswell Rd, London, EC1V 7DP
Explore the soulful movements of Blues and the smooth elegance of the Foxtrot! This session emphasizes improvisation, expression, and connection—perfect for both history buffs and modern dancers!

  • Advanced Tickets: £16.50 +bf per person / £80 +bf for all 3 workshops
  • On the Door: £20

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Location

116 Goswell Road, London, EC1V 7DP, United Kingdom

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