CLASSES
We will be having five Lindy Hop/Balboa classes oriented towards beginner and intermediate dancers. Check back for class descriptions.
Visiting instructor:
- Dabney Hopkins (Phoenix)
- Lexi Keeton (Denver)
Albuquerque instructors:
- Anthony Chen
- Kevin Clark
- Brett Dahlenburg
- Rachel Green
- Becca Lucero
- Luke Templeton
Thursday night's classes are free and run by the officers of UNM Jitterbugs Anonymous. Both classes will classes will start at 8:30 PM in the UNM Johnson Center Dance room (map).
Saturday's classes are free for Full Event Pass holders, $5 per class, or $15 for four. They will take place between 10 AM and 3 PM at the Enchantment Ballroom (map).
Thursday Classes (taught simultaneously):
- Beginning Lindy Hop
- Intermediate Lindy Hop
Saturday Classes:
- 10 - 11 AM
Beginning Lindy Hop
with Brett & Rachel
Learn and brush up on your basics: send out, swing out, and Lindy circle.
OR
Beginning Balboa
with Lexi
Learn the basics of this classic dance.
- 11:10 AM - 12:20 PM
Adding Flavor to Your Dance
with Anthony & Rachel
This class will use the fundamentals of connection and movement to build upon your Lindy Hop repertoire.
- 12:30 - 1:40 PM
Turns and Stuff
with Kevin & Lexi
Learn how to lead/follow impressive turns and spins.
- 1:50 - 3:00 PM
Swing Movement & Body Leading/Following
with Luke & Becca
Basic techniques to help your creativity, improve you leading and following and help you relax on the floor.