Hello dancers! It's a VERY BIG DAY TODAY! Tonight is your chance to swing in 2010 like nowhere else in town. Our party starts at 9 PM, with host Ronnie Choy, midnight breakfast, and all the dancing you can handle! Check out the attached flyer for details, cost at the door is $15. You won't find a better deal all around anywhere in town, don't miss out!
BIG EVENTS
NYE Party TONIGHT!
July 16-18, 2010 - the WSDS turns 10 years old, don't miss out on the party!
CLASSES
We're kicking off 2010 with something just a little bit different: Balboa! Born in California it now covers the globe, this is your chance to get in.
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
February brings another chance to add some flair to your East Coast Swing!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
WORKSHOPS
We couldn't wait too long in 2010 before bringing you one...
January 30th - the Lindy Bombers are back and this time they're bringing you something a little bit different. This workshop will have a little balboa and introduce Collegiate Shag!
10 AM - Build you Balboa! - We'll pick up where the January Balboa classes have left off with some exciting moves to build up your Bal repertoire!
11 AM - Collegiate Shag isn't just for College - An intro to Collegiate Shag, we'll focus on beginning technique, rhythm, and give you moves to look good on the dance floor.
Noon - Shag in Style - We'll build on the previous class, as well as integrate our shag into our swing!
Classes are at the studio, $7 each or $15 for all three!
LIVE BANDS
January 24th - The Benders are coming! Check out a flyer on Sunday night if you need more reasons to mark this as a very special evening!
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
There is great dancing across the country, here are just a few places in early 2010 to go experience it yourself!
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!
http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!
http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK
A little Balboa primer for you, this is a collection of clips of Balboa out on the social floor:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DW2JZ8mK5-w
EXTRA EVENTS
January 3rd - Quarterly Membership Meeting. Meet in the studio basement from 6:30-7:15 for an update on what the club has been up to since the election, what we're planning, and what your fellow members want to talk about.
January 12th - Swing Night at the Shadow!
January 26th - Swing Night at the Shadow!
That's it for now, more to come, we'll keep February and March just as busy as we're making January. Hope to dance with a lot of you this evening!
See you Tonight!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Weekly Update - Christmas Eve!
Hello dancers! You guys are on fire right now! Great turnouts at the WSDS Christmas party, Harry's Christmas party, last Sunday night, and the Shadow this past Tuesday. If you aren't out dancing you are missing out!
Very important note about this Sunday: It's your last chance to pay for the NYE party in advance. Dancing from 9 PM - 1 AM with the Dance Man Ronnie Choy and a midnight breakfast can be yours for JUST $10! But only if you remember to sign up this Sunday. Otherwise you'll be stuck paying $15 at the door. Don't miss out on a great chance to swing in the new year!
BIG EVENTS
NYE PARTY! Sign up this Sunday!
July 16-18, 2010 - WSDS turns 10 years old! Mark you calendars now for an awesome party!
CLASSES
As you already know, this month we're featuring West Coast Swing! Check out the schedule:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
February it's time to polish your East Coast Swing again, as we'll have more exciting variations to mix into your dancing!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
WORKSHOPS
There's another one on the horizon.....
January 30th - the Lindy Bombers are back and this time they're bringing you something a little bit different. This workshop will have a little balboa and introduce Collegiate Shag!
10 AM - Build you Balboa! - We'll pick up where the January Balboa classes have left off with some exciting moves to build up your Bal repertoire!
11 AM - Collegiate Shag isn't just for College - An intro to Collegiate Shag, we'll focus on beginning technique, rhythm, and give you moves to look good on the dance floor.
Noon - Shag in Style - We'll build on the previous class, as well as integrate our shag into our swing!
Classes are at the studio, $7 each or $15 for all three!
LIVE BANDS
January 24th - The Benders are coming! Check out a flyer on Sunday night if you need more reasons to mark this as a very special evening!
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
There is great dancing across the country, here are just a few places in early 2010 to go experience it yourself!
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!
http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!
http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK
A classic for you this holiday season, this is the famous scene from Hellzapoppin' featuring Whitey's Lindy Hoppers. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0BHxhUnokU
EXTRA EVENTS
January 3rd - Quarterly Membership Meeting. Meet in the studio basement from 6:30-7:15 for an update on what the club has been up to since the election, what we're planning, and what your fellow members want to talk about.
January 12th - Swing Night at the Shadow!
January 26th - Swing Night at the Shadow!
That's it, as you can see we have a busy January planned. Your board will be meeting early in January, so expect a lot more to look forward to in early 2010!
Finally, from the entire Wichita Swing Dance Society Executive Board to you and yours, have a very Merry Christmas!
See you Sunday,
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Very important note about this Sunday: It's your last chance to pay for the NYE party in advance. Dancing from 9 PM - 1 AM with the Dance Man Ronnie Choy and a midnight breakfast can be yours for JUST $10! But only if you remember to sign up this Sunday. Otherwise you'll be stuck paying $15 at the door. Don't miss out on a great chance to swing in the new year!
BIG EVENTS
NYE PARTY! Sign up this Sunday!
July 16-18, 2010 - WSDS turns 10 years old! Mark you calendars now for an awesome party!
CLASSES
As you already know, this month we're featuring West Coast Swing! Check out the schedule:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
February it's time to polish your East Coast Swing again, as we'll have more exciting variations to mix into your dancing!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
WORKSHOPS
There's another one on the horizon.....
January 30th - the Lindy Bombers are back and this time they're bringing you something a little bit different. This workshop will have a little balboa and introduce Collegiate Shag!
10 AM - Build you Balboa! - We'll pick up where the January Balboa classes have left off with some exciting moves to build up your Bal repertoire!
11 AM - Collegiate Shag isn't just for College - An intro to Collegiate Shag, we'll focus on beginning technique, rhythm, and give you moves to look good on the dance floor.
Noon - Shag in Style - We'll build on the previous class, as well as integrate our shag into our swing!
Classes are at the studio, $7 each or $15 for all three!
LIVE BANDS
January 24th - The Benders are coming! Check out a flyer on Sunday night if you need more reasons to mark this as a very special evening!
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
There is great dancing across the country, here are just a few places in early 2010 to go experience it yourself!
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!
http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!
http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK
A classic for you this holiday season, this is the famous scene from Hellzapoppin' featuring Whitey's Lindy Hoppers. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0BHxhUnokU
EXTRA EVENTS
January 3rd - Quarterly Membership Meeting. Meet in the studio basement from 6:30-7:15 for an update on what the club has been up to since the election, what we're planning, and what your fellow members want to talk about.
January 12th - Swing Night at the Shadow!
January 26th - Swing Night at the Shadow!
That's it, as you can see we have a busy January planned. Your board will be meeting early in January, so expect a lot more to look forward to in early 2010!
Finally, from the entire Wichita Swing Dance Society Executive Board to you and yours, have a very Merry Christmas!
See you Sunday,
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Weekly Update 12/10
Hello dancers! I know the weather outside is frightful, but the dancing is so delightful. We have some great reasons for you to come out and dance, so don't let the chilly weather spoil your fun.
Just wanted to draw your attention to the fact that you can now purchase your advance tickets to our NYE party! Details are in the attached flyer, don't wait to claim your spot at the swingingest party in town! Buy them in advance for just $10, or $15 at the door. Either way, this is the place to be on Dec 31st.
One more quick note: Since the band this weekend starts at 7, ("What Band?" you say? Keep reading.....) there will be no lessons in the basement. A brief 30 minute beginner lesson will happen upstairs.
We have a few new events to tell you about, so read carefully....
THIS WEEK
Friday - Cool Blue will be playing FREE at Players Sports Bar (6200 W. 21st St. N.) from 9 PM to 1AM! There will be more swing early and more rock and roll late. A little something for everyone, and at no cost!
Saturday - In case you missed it the first time, Cool Blue will be back at Players! All the details are the same, they just wanted to be sure you could all make it out!
Sunday - WSDS CHRISTMAS PARTY!!!!! There are so many cool things about this I need a list:
1) Dave Stephens Band from California is playing from 7-10! That's three hours of the best band you'll hear in the studio in 2009!
2) Door prizes will be drawn for
3) There will be a free dance contest to win NYE tickets!
4) Members get in FREE!
Enough said? Good, see you there.
BIG EVENTS
Two more to round out the year..
Sunday - Christmas party, see above.
December 31st - NYE PARTY! Check out the attached flyer, buy your tickets now to get into the best party in town for just $10
July 16-18, 2010 - Mark your calendars now, it's a milestone birthday......the club turns 10 years old! Expect more details in 2010!
CLASSES
As you already know, this month we're featuring West Coast Swing! Check out the schedule:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
February it's time to polish your East Coast Swing again, as we'll have more exciting variations to mix into your dancing!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
WORKSHOPS
Because you can never get enough dance knowledge in:
January 30th - The Lindy Bombers are bringing you another fabulous workshop to sate your appetite. This time the focus is on Balboa and Collegiate Shag! Classes will run from 10 AM to 1 PM, and are just $7 a piece, $15 for all three! Keep your eyes open for more details....
LIVE BANDS
Sunday - Dave Stephens Band, did I mention they start at 7 PM?
December 19th - Harry is hosting his Christmas Party, and the live musical stylings of Dale Kenny & the Nite Classiks will be featured! A wide range of music will be there, and it all starts at 8 PM. Bring $5 to get in, some snacks or beverage if you like, and of course your dance shoes!
January 24th - The Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders! Come catch a local favorite, this is a band you must see live.
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
You owe it to yourself to get out and experience the culture of this dance in a town not your own. People swing out across the globe! Here are a few chances in 2010 to embrace the dance without renewing your passport:
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK
Quarterfinals at this year's ULHS in New Orleans. That's social dancing to live music people!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86atHZ7X8dU
EXTRA EVENTS
December 22nd - Swing Night at the Shadow!
January 3rd - Membership Meeting. We'll gather in the basement from 6:30 - 7:15 to tell you what we've been up to since the election, what we have in store, and address your questions, comments, etc.
That's it, even more cool chances to dance to live music between now and 2010! Remember, the band this Sunday starts at 7 so don't be late!
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Just wanted to draw your attention to the fact that you can now purchase your advance tickets to our NYE party! Details are in the attached flyer, don't wait to claim your spot at the swingingest party in town! Buy them in advance for just $10, or $15 at the door. Either way, this is the place to be on Dec 31st.
One more quick note: Since the band this weekend starts at 7, ("What Band?" you say? Keep reading.....) there will be no lessons in the basement. A brief 30 minute beginner lesson will happen upstairs.
We have a few new events to tell you about, so read carefully....
THIS WEEK
Friday - Cool Blue will be playing FREE at Players Sports Bar (6200 W. 21st St. N.) from 9 PM to 1AM! There will be more swing early and more rock and roll late. A little something for everyone, and at no cost!
Saturday - In case you missed it the first time, Cool Blue will be back at Players! All the details are the same, they just wanted to be sure you could all make it out!
Sunday - WSDS CHRISTMAS PARTY!!!!! There are so many cool things about this I need a list:
1) Dave Stephens Band from California is playing from 7-10! That's three hours of the best band you'll hear in the studio in 2009!
2) Door prizes will be drawn for
3) There will be a free dance contest to win NYE tickets!
4) Members get in FREE!
Enough said? Good, see you there.
BIG EVENTS
Two more to round out the year..
Sunday - Christmas party, see above.
December 31st - NYE PARTY! Check out the attached flyer, buy your tickets now to get into the best party in town for just $10
July 16-18, 2010 - Mark your calendars now, it's a milestone birthday......the club turns 10 years old! Expect more details in 2010!
CLASSES
As you already know, this month we're featuring West Coast Swing! Check out the schedule:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
February it's time to polish your East Coast Swing again, as we'll have more exciting variations to mix into your dancing!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
WORKSHOPS
Because you can never get enough dance knowledge in:
January 30th - The Lindy Bombers are bringing you another fabulous workshop to sate your appetite. This time the focus is on Balboa and Collegiate Shag! Classes will run from 10 AM to 1 PM, and are just $7 a piece, $15 for all three! Keep your eyes open for more details....
LIVE BANDS
Sunday - Dave Stephens Band, did I mention they start at 7 PM?
December 19th - Harry is hosting his Christmas Party, and the live musical stylings of Dale Kenny & the Nite Classiks will be featured! A wide range of music will be there, and it all starts at 8 PM. Bring $5 to get in, some snacks or beverage if you like, and of course your dance shoes!
January 24th - The Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders! Come catch a local favorite, this is a band you must see live.
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
You owe it to yourself to get out and experience the culture of this dance in a town not your own. People swing out across the globe! Here are a few chances in 2010 to embrace the dance without renewing your passport:
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK
Quarterfinals at this year's ULHS in New Orleans. That's social dancing to live music people!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86atHZ7X8dU
EXTRA EVENTS
December 22nd - Swing Night at the Shadow!
January 3rd - Membership Meeting. We'll gather in the basement from 6:30 - 7:15 to tell you what we've been up to since the election, what we have in store, and address your questions, comments, etc.
That's it, even more cool chances to dance to live music between now and 2010! Remember, the band this Sunday starts at 7 so don't be late!
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Weekly Update 12/3
Hello dancers! It's December and we have a lot of dancing to do before 2010!
If you are not a member, this Sunday is an excellent opportunity for you to become one. A year long membership costs $15 for students/military/over 55, and $25 for everyone else.
If you join this Sunday, you don't pay to get in, so you save $5. The following Sunday is our Christmas party, where members get in free (everyone else is $10), so you save $10. That's $15 in two weeks! You'll save money every other week you come dance, but you'll be well on the way to having your membership pay for itself if you join this week!
Now on to the dancing stuff:
THIS WEEK
Sunday - It's a big day for dancing. You've already been told why it's a great chance to join, but you also can win door prizes with Dance Card Sunday! That's right, rewarding you for spending a few minutes on the floor with your fellow dancer.....several times. Plus, West Coast Swing lessons start!
Tuesday - Swing Night at the Shadow! Free dancing to DJ'd music from 6-9 PM! All ages are welcome, and did I mention it's free? Celebrate the holidays the best way I know how....dancing!
BIG EVENTS
Two big big big events to round out the year:
December 13th - WSDS Christmas Party! It's free for members, we'll have the Dave Stephens Band playing live from 7-10 PM, there will be prizes, and a dance contest to win tickets to the NYE party. Speaking of which....
December 31st - It's our 3rd Annual NYE dance! We'll be swinging in the new year at the Boulevard Banquet Hall (900 S. George Washington Blvd). The party starts at 9 and runs past midnight, featuring a new year's breakfast and dancing with our DJ, the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Register to attend any Sunday night, it's only $10 in advance, $15 at the door. You won't find a better deal in town!
July 16th - 18th - It's our 10th Anniversary party. This is a milestone you don't want to miss, mark your calendar now!
CLASSES
We're giving you a very special holiday treat this month. National Swing Dance Hall of Fame member himself, Harry Reese is your guide to the wonderful world of West Coast Swing! This is a versatile, fun dance for you to enjoy, don't miss out!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
WORKSHOPS
Because you can never get enough dance knowledge in:
January 30th - The Lindy Bombers are bringing you another fabulous workshop to sate your appetite. This time the focus is on Balboa and Collegiate Shag! Classes will run from 10 AM to 1 PM, and are just $7 a piece, $15 for all three! Keep your eyes open for more details....
LIVE BANDS
December 13th - The Dave Stephens Band, all the way from the West Coast will play from 7 until 10. This is the best band you will hear in the studio all year, hands down. Do yourself a favor and come join the party.
January 24th - The Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders! Come catch a local favorite, this is a band you must see live.
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
You owe it to yourself to get out and experience the culture of this dance in a town not your own. People swing out across the globe! Here are a few chances in 2010 to embrace the dance without renewing your passport:
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!
http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!
http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
EXTRA EVENTS
December 22nd - Swing Night at the Shadow!
January 3rd - Membership Meeting. We'll gather in the basement from 6:30 - 7:15 to tell you what we've been up to since the election, what we have in store, and address your questions, comments, etc.
The year is winding down, but the dancing is heating up. Your support has made this a great year for the Wichita Swing Dance Society, we hope you enjoy the best we've been saving for last....
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
If you are not a member, this Sunday is an excellent opportunity for you to become one. A year long membership costs $15 for students/military/over 55, and $25 for everyone else.
If you join this Sunday, you don't pay to get in, so you save $5. The following Sunday is our Christmas party, where members get in free (everyone else is $10), so you save $10. That's $15 in two weeks! You'll save money every other week you come dance, but you'll be well on the way to having your membership pay for itself if you join this week!
Now on to the dancing stuff:
THIS WEEK
Sunday - It's a big day for dancing. You've already been told why it's a great chance to join, but you also can win door prizes with Dance Card Sunday! That's right, rewarding you for spending a few minutes on the floor with your fellow dancer.....several times. Plus, West Coast Swing lessons start!
Tuesday - Swing Night at the Shadow! Free dancing to DJ'd music from 6-9 PM! All ages are welcome, and did I mention it's free? Celebrate the holidays the best way I know how....dancing!
BIG EVENTS
Two big big big events to round out the year:
December 13th - WSDS Christmas Party! It's free for members, we'll have the Dave Stephens Band playing live from 7-10 PM, there will be prizes, and a dance contest to win tickets to the NYE party. Speaking of which....
December 31st - It's our 3rd Annual NYE dance! We'll be swinging in the new year at the Boulevard Banquet Hall (900 S. George Washington Blvd). The party starts at 9 and runs past midnight, featuring a new year's breakfast and dancing with our DJ, the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Register to attend any Sunday night, it's only $10 in advance, $15 at the door. You won't find a better deal in town!
July 16th - 18th - It's our 10th Anniversary party. This is a milestone you don't want to miss, mark your calendar now!
CLASSES
We're giving you a very special holiday treat this month. National Swing Dance Hall of Fame member himself, Harry Reese is your guide to the wonderful world of West Coast Swing! This is a versatile, fun dance for you to enjoy, don't miss out!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
WORKSHOPS
Because you can never get enough dance knowledge in:
January 30th - The Lindy Bombers are bringing you another fabulous workshop to sate your appetite. This time the focus is on Balboa and Collegiate Shag! Classes will run from 10 AM to 1 PM, and are just $7 a piece, $15 for all three! Keep your eyes open for more details....
LIVE BANDS
December 13th - The Dave Stephens Band, all the way from the West Coast will play from 7 until 10. This is the best band you will hear in the studio all year, hands down. Do yourself a favor and come join the party.
January 24th - The Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders the Benders! Come catch a local favorite, this is a band you must see live.
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
You owe it to yourself to get out and experience the culture of this dance in a town not your own. People swing out across the globe! Here are a few chances in 2010 to embrace the dance without renewing your passport:
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!
http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!
http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
EXTRA EVENTS
December 22nd - Swing Night at the Shadow!
January 3rd - Membership Meeting. We'll gather in the basement from 6:30 - 7:15 to tell you what we've been up to since the election, what we have in store, and address your questions, comments, etc.
The year is winding down, but the dancing is heating up. Your support has made this a great year for the Wichita Swing Dance Society, we hope you enjoy the best we've been saving for last....
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Weekly Update 11-24
Hello dancers, thanks to everyone who came to preemptively dance off some turkey last Sunday! If you missed that chance, you have a reprieve tonight, because.....
It's Swing Night at the Shadow TONIGHT!!!!!
That's right, from 6-9 PM there will be FREE DJ'd Swing music for your dancing enjoyment, and all ages are welcome. Did I mention the full service bar and full food menu? So come on out, dance off a few calories, have a meal, see some friends, and enjoy some pre-holiday fun!
Quick administrative note - Last chance to contact me if you are one of the people in the attached photo or know who they are. It is very important you contact me immediately, thank you.
Now on to the fun dancing notes:
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
December we have a holiday treat for you: West Coast lessons with Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese! This is a versatile and fun dance you don't want to miss out on...
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
BIG EVENTS
We have two doozies left in 2009, pay close attention...
December 13th - It's the WSDS Christmas Party! What that means to you:
1) Three hours of the Dave Stephens Band, the single best band you'll hear in the studio all year long.
2) It's FREE for WSDS Members! Our Christmas present to all of you
3) There will be a free dance contest to award a pair of WSDS NYE Party tickets. Speaking of which....
December 31st - It's our NYE party! Come help us swing in 2010 from 9 PM to 1 AM. We'll have a new year's breakfast, and dancing hosted by our DJ, the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! It only costs you $10 in advance, $15 at the door. I challenge you to find a better NYE party for that cost!
Check out the attached flyers for more info on both of these events!
July 16-18th - It's the WSDS 10th Anniversary! Mark your calendars now!
WORKSHOPS
You attended the last couple so well we couldn't help but bring you more!
January 30th - The Lindy Bombers are back with more dance goodness for your appetite. This time we'll be branching out with classes focusing on Balboa and Collegiate Shag! Workshop will run from 10 AM to 1 PM, and pricing will be $7 per class, $15 for all three. More details coming soon!
LIVE BANDS
December 13th - Dave Stephens Band, all the way from California will play from 7 - 10 PM, don't miss out!
January 24th - The Benders! If you've heard them that's all you need to know, if you haven't come out and see what you've been missing.
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Swing Dance isn't exclusive to South Central Kansas it's worldwide! Here we'll highlight a few great events across the country you might be interested in attending.....
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!
http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!
http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
EXTRA DANCES
December 8th - Swing Night at the Shadow! FREE dancing from 6-9 PM!
December 22nd - Swing Night at the Shadow! FREE dancing from 6-9 PM!
From the entire WSDS Board, we hope you have a wonderful holiday with family and friends. We've been tremendously thankful this year for your support of our dance community.
See you all tonight!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
It's Swing Night at the Shadow TONIGHT!!!!!
That's right, from 6-9 PM there will be FREE DJ'd Swing music for your dancing enjoyment, and all ages are welcome. Did I mention the full service bar and full food menu? So come on out, dance off a few calories, have a meal, see some friends, and enjoy some pre-holiday fun!
Quick administrative note - Last chance to contact me if you are one of the people in the attached photo or know who they are. It is very important you contact me immediately, thank you.
Now on to the fun dancing notes:
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
December we have a holiday treat for you: West Coast lessons with Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese! This is a versatile and fun dance you don't want to miss out on...
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
BIG EVENTS
We have two doozies left in 2009, pay close attention...
December 13th - It's the WSDS Christmas Party! What that means to you:
1) Three hours of the Dave Stephens Band, the single best band you'll hear in the studio all year long.
2) It's FREE for WSDS Members! Our Christmas present to all of you
3) There will be a free dance contest to award a pair of WSDS NYE Party tickets. Speaking of which....
December 31st - It's our NYE party! Come help us swing in 2010 from 9 PM to 1 AM. We'll have a new year's breakfast, and dancing hosted by our DJ, the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! It only costs you $10 in advance, $15 at the door. I challenge you to find a better NYE party for that cost!
Check out the attached flyers for more info on both of these events!
July 16-18th - It's the WSDS 10th Anniversary! Mark your calendars now!
WORKSHOPS
You attended the last couple so well we couldn't help but bring you more!
January 30th - The Lindy Bombers are back with more dance goodness for your appetite. This time we'll be branching out with classes focusing on Balboa and Collegiate Shag! Workshop will run from 10 AM to 1 PM, and pricing will be $7 per class, $15 for all three. More details coming soon!
LIVE BANDS
December 13th - Dave Stephens Band, all the way from California will play from 7 - 10 PM, don't miss out!
January 24th - The Benders! If you've heard them that's all you need to know, if you haven't come out and see what you've been missing.
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Swing Dance isn't exclusive to South Central Kansas it's worldwide! Here we'll highlight a few great events across the country you might be interested in attending.....
January 15-17th in Austin, TX is the Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/
February 26-28th in Denver, CO is the Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout!
http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75
March 11-14th in Houston, TX is Lindyfest 14!
http://lindyfest.hsds.org/
EXTRA DANCES
December 8th - Swing Night at the Shadow! FREE dancing from 6-9 PM!
December 22nd - Swing Night at the Shadow! FREE dancing from 6-9 PM!
From the entire WSDS Board, we hope you have a wonderful holiday with family and friends. We've been tremendously thankful this year for your support of our dance community.
See you all tonight!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Weekly Update 11/19
Hello dancers! You are on a roll lately! Thanks to all of you who came out to make the Sock Hop a great time. Before we get into the nuts and bolts today, a little bit of housekeeping:
1) If you are the people in the attached picture, or know who they are, please contact me immediately.
2) Are you a WSDS member? If not, please take a second to read the following: A membership costs you $25 a year or $15 a year if you are a student, in the military, or at least 55 years old.
Now is a great time to become a member, and here's why:
You don't pay to get in the door the night you join = you save $5
You don't pay to get into the WSDS Christmas Party = you save $10
You get in cheaper every week = you save $2/week
So, if you qualify for the discounted membership it will pay for itself in just two nights. If you do not, your membership will almost pay for itself entirely before it is even 2010! The year membership starts the night you join, so it behooves you to start saving yourself money participating in your favorite hobby. Just something to think about......
3) The next membership meeting will be Sunday, January 3rd. It'll run in the studio basement from 6:30 - 7:15 PM. A chance to hear what we've been up to since the elections, and a chance to talk with your board directly. Hope to see you there.
THIS WEEK
Sunday - Another great evening featuring Advanced East Coast Swing lessons!
Tuesday - Swing Night at the Shadow! Come on out to 550 N. Rock Rd and preemptively dance off some of that turkey and stuffing. FREE dancing from 6-9, all ages are welcome!
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
December we have a holiday treat for you: West Coast lessons with Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese! This is a versatile and fun dance you don't want to miss out on...
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
BIG EVENTS
There are just two biggies left in 2009, and they are ones you don't want to miss!
December 13th - WSDS Christmas Party! We'll be featuring the best band you've seen in the studio all year....the Dave Stephens Band! This great dance evening is free to members, it's our Christmas gift to you! Everyone else pays just $10. We'll also have some door prizes, food, and a dance contest to win tickets to the WSDS NYE party! Speaking of which...
December 31st - Come help us Swing in the New Year! There'll be food, dancing, and the dance man Ronnie Choy! Party will be getting started at 9 PM. Location and other details coming very soon, cost is $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
LIVE BANDS
December 13th - Dave Stephens Band......see Big Events section.....
January 24th - The Benders The Benders The Benders The Benders The Benders! (It'll make sense what you see them) Making their triumphant return to the studio, these guys will get you dancing, and fast. Don't miss a surefire fun evening.
EXTRA DANCES
We can't leave it at just all that! We have some more chances for you to dance!
December 8th - Swing Night at the Shadow! FREE dancing from 6-9 PM!
December 22nd - Swing Night at the Shadow! FREE dancing from 6-9 PM!
That's it for now, we have another workshop in the planning stages, and we're already working on some big things for 2010!
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
1) If you are the people in the attached picture, or know who they are, please contact me immediately.
2) Are you a WSDS member? If not, please take a second to read the following: A membership costs you $25 a year or $15 a year if you are a student, in the military, or at least 55 years old.
Now is a great time to become a member, and here's why:
You don't pay to get in the door the night you join = you save $5
You don't pay to get into the WSDS Christmas Party = you save $10
You get in cheaper every week = you save $2/week
So, if you qualify for the discounted membership it will pay for itself in just two nights. If you do not, your membership will almost pay for itself entirely before it is even 2010! The year membership starts the night you join, so it behooves you to start saving yourself money participating in your favorite hobby. Just something to think about......
3) The next membership meeting will be Sunday, January 3rd. It'll run in the studio basement from 6:30 - 7:15 PM. A chance to hear what we've been up to since the elections, and a chance to talk with your board directly. Hope to see you there.
THIS WEEK
Sunday - Another great evening featuring Advanced East Coast Swing lessons!
Tuesday - Swing Night at the Shadow! Come on out to 550 N. Rock Rd and preemptively dance off some of that turkey and stuffing. FREE dancing from 6-9, all ages are welcome!
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
December we have a holiday treat for you: West Coast lessons with Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese! This is a versatile and fun dance you don't want to miss out on...
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
January we're hitting you up with another great swing dance to add to your repetoire: Balboa! This fast and flashy dance from the west coast has swept the nation. Don't miss out on this great dance!
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Balboa
BIG EVENTS
There are just two biggies left in 2009, and they are ones you don't want to miss!
December 13th - WSDS Christmas Party! We'll be featuring the best band you've seen in the studio all year....the Dave Stephens Band! This great dance evening is free to members, it's our Christmas gift to you! Everyone else pays just $10. We'll also have some door prizes, food, and a dance contest to win tickets to the WSDS NYE party! Speaking of which...
December 31st - Come help us Swing in the New Year! There'll be food, dancing, and the dance man Ronnie Choy! Party will be getting started at 9 PM. Location and other details coming very soon, cost is $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
LIVE BANDS
December 13th - Dave Stephens Band......see Big Events section.....
January 24th - The Benders The Benders The Benders The Benders The Benders! (It'll make sense what you see them) Making their triumphant return to the studio, these guys will get you dancing, and fast. Don't miss a surefire fun evening.
EXTRA DANCES
We can't leave it at just all that! We have some more chances for you to dance!
December 8th - Swing Night at the Shadow! FREE dancing from 6-9 PM!
December 22nd - Swing Night at the Shadow! FREE dancing from 6-9 PM!
That's it for now, we have another workshop in the planning stages, and we're already working on some big things for 2010!
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Weekly Update
Heeeeellllllloooooooooooo daaaaannnnccccceeeerrrsssss! I've said it before and I'm saying it again:
You guys are the best. Simply the best.
If you weren't at the Shadow this past Tuesday then you missed out, plain and simple. Give the Shadow your thanks (and your patronage) for hosting us once again. Give your thanks and your applause to Cool Blue for putting on an awesome performance. (They are available for all your musical needs, contact Steve at 213-7808 for booking.)
Without great partners like these we couldn't bring you events like last Tuesday.
Now.....on to this week!
THIS WEEK
Two big events to keep you dancing!
Saturday - Lindy Hop Workshop! A fundraiser for the Lindy Bomber's, this is your chance to add to your dancing for cheap. Located at the studio, here's the schedule:
10 AM - Challenging Charleston - Some new and exciting patterns to add to your partner charleston!
11 AM - Mind Blowing Moves - We'll take some old favorites and turn them on their ear, plus a few choice new ones for you!
Noon - Hustle and Flow - It's time to use momentum to smoothly and stylishly connect the elements of your dancing
Classes are $7 each or all three for just $15, don't miss out!
Sunday - It's time to break out the poodle skirts and the hair grease. Ronnie Choy is your host for the annual Sock Hop! A magical evening of hearkening back to the Malt Shop with our favorite DJ is sure to lift your spirits and move your feet. Don't miss out.....
BIG EVENTS
In addition to the Sock Hop this Sunday we have two other big events:
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. Party will get started at 9 PM and run until 1 AM. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
LIVE BANDS
December 13th - Hands down the best band you will hear in the studio all year, and we saved them for last. The Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra is winging their way in from California to personally give you an injection of high energy dancing! Plus it's our Christmas party, and FREE FOR MEMBERS!!!!
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
December we have a holiday treat for you: West Coast lessons with Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese! This is a versatile and fun dance you don't want to miss out on...
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
Your board meets tomorrow, and we'll have more details coming soon about NYE as well as some exciting new events for 2010! Until then, don't miss out on the killer end of the year dance lineup.
See you Sunday
Evan Borst
WSDS President
You guys are the best. Simply the best.
If you weren't at the Shadow this past Tuesday then you missed out, plain and simple. Give the Shadow your thanks (and your patronage) for hosting us once again. Give your thanks and your applause to Cool Blue for putting on an awesome performance. (They are available for all your musical needs, contact Steve at 213-7808 for booking.)
Without great partners like these we couldn't bring you events like last Tuesday.
Now.....on to this week!
THIS WEEK
Two big events to keep you dancing!
Saturday - Lindy Hop Workshop! A fundraiser for the Lindy Bomber's, this is your chance to add to your dancing for cheap. Located at the studio, here's the schedule:
10 AM - Challenging Charleston - Some new and exciting patterns to add to your partner charleston!
11 AM - Mind Blowing Moves - We'll take some old favorites and turn them on their ear, plus a few choice new ones for you!
Noon - Hustle and Flow - It's time to use momentum to smoothly and stylishly connect the elements of your dancing
Classes are $7 each or all three for just $15, don't miss out!
Sunday - It's time to break out the poodle skirts and the hair grease. Ronnie Choy is your host for the annual Sock Hop! A magical evening of hearkening back to the Malt Shop with our favorite DJ is sure to lift your spirits and move your feet. Don't miss out.....
BIG EVENTS
In addition to the Sock Hop this Sunday we have two other big events:
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. Party will get started at 9 PM and run until 1 AM. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
LIVE BANDS
December 13th - Hands down the best band you will hear in the studio all year, and we saved them for last. The Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra is winging their way in from California to personally give you an injection of high energy dancing! Plus it's our Christmas party, and FREE FOR MEMBERS!!!!
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
December we have a holiday treat for you: West Coast lessons with Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese! This is a versatile and fun dance you don't want to miss out on...
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
Your board meets tomorrow, and we'll have more details coming soon about NYE as well as some exciting new events for 2010! Until then, don't miss out on the killer end of the year dance lineup.
See you Sunday
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Free Live Band Tonight
Hello dancers! It's a big, Big, BIG day today!
The weather outside looks a little bleak, but nothing cheers me up like dancing to a live band for free!!!!!!!! If that sounds good to you too, come on out to the Shadow tonight. DJ'd music will start at 6, band will start at 7 and play until 9. It is absolutely free. It is absolutely open to all ages. It is absolutely guaranteed to make your Tuesday. Remember fine food and drink are available for purchase, your support of the venue is greatly appreciated.
I'm so excited I don't think I can say much more, hope to see you all there!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
The weather outside looks a little bleak, but nothing cheers me up like dancing to a live band for free!!!!!!!! If that sounds good to you too, come on out to the Shadow tonight. DJ'd music will start at 6, band will start at 7 and play until 9. It is absolutely free. It is absolutely open to all ages. It is absolutely guaranteed to make your Tuesday. Remember fine food and drink are available for purchase, your support of the venue is greatly appreciated.
I'm so excited I don't think I can say much more, hope to see you all there!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Friday, November 6, 2009
Hello dancers! We have a big week ahead of us with a FREE LIVE BAND opportunity! Read carefully below, there's a lot you'll want to be at....
THIS WEEK
Sunday - Another awesome Swingin' Sunday with Advanced East Coast classes going on.
Tuesday - It's a very special Swing Night at the Shadow! Yes, it's still free. Yes, food and drink are still available. Yes, all ages are still welcome. Yes, you can still dance to swing music from 6-9 PM. BUT, from 7-9 you won't be dancing to a DJ, you'll be dancing to the swingin' sounds of COOL BLUE! That's right everybody, a FREE LIVE BAND. That's hard to beat, hope you'll come check it out.....
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
December we have a holiday treat for you: West Coast lessons with Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese! This is a versatile and fun dance you don't want to miss out on...
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
LIVE BANDS
Tuesday - It's Cool Blue at the Shadow, free with music starting at 6....
December 13th - It's our Christmas Party! If that wasn't enough it's your chance to hear the best band we will have had in the studio all year....the Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra! Direct from California, their annual pilgremage to spread swing through the midwest hits our town again. Don't miss it!
WORKSHOPS
November 14th - The Lindy Bombers are giving you a dance workshop that is cheap and filled with fun new stuff to add to your dancing! It's at the dance studio, here's the schedule:
10 - Challenging Charleston - Just what you think, some exciting patterns to put some kick in your partner charleston
11 - Mind Blowing Moves - Let's expand your lindy hop and your mind, with the powerful drug of dance
12 - Hustle and Flow - Everything's better smooth, including your dancing! We'll focus on the flow in this class.
Classes are $7 each or $15 for all three!
BIG EVENTS
We have a trio of awesome dance events you want to make it out to:
November 15th - SOCKHOP! Ronnie Choy is back to DJ you back to a better time of malt shops, greased hair, and poodle skirts. It's bound to be a magical evening you won't want to miss, so dress the part and enjoy yourself!
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. Party will get started at 9 PM and run until 1 AM. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
We're working our way towards the end of the year, and we have plenty of dancing to squeeze in before then. Hope you'll help us do it!
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
THIS WEEK
Sunday - Another awesome Swingin' Sunday with Advanced East Coast classes going on.
Tuesday - It's a very special Swing Night at the Shadow! Yes, it's still free. Yes, food and drink are still available. Yes, all ages are still welcome. Yes, you can still dance to swing music from 6-9 PM. BUT, from 7-9 you won't be dancing to a DJ, you'll be dancing to the swingin' sounds of COOL BLUE! That's right everybody, a FREE LIVE BAND. That's hard to beat, hope you'll come check it out.....
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
December we have a holiday treat for you: West Coast lessons with Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese! This is a versatile and fun dance you don't want to miss out on...
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
LIVE BANDS
Tuesday - It's Cool Blue at the Shadow, free with music starting at 6....
December 13th - It's our Christmas Party! If that wasn't enough it's your chance to hear the best band we will have had in the studio all year....the Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra! Direct from California, their annual pilgremage to spread swing through the midwest hits our town again. Don't miss it!
WORKSHOPS
November 14th - The Lindy Bombers are giving you a dance workshop that is cheap and filled with fun new stuff to add to your dancing! It's at the dance studio, here's the schedule:
10 - Challenging Charleston - Just what you think, some exciting patterns to put some kick in your partner charleston
11 - Mind Blowing Moves - Let's expand your lindy hop and your mind, with the powerful drug of dance
12 - Hustle and Flow - Everything's better smooth, including your dancing! We'll focus on the flow in this class.
Classes are $7 each or $15 for all three!
BIG EVENTS
We have a trio of awesome dance events you want to make it out to:
November 15th - SOCKHOP! Ronnie Choy is back to DJ you back to a better time of malt shops, greased hair, and poodle skirts. It's bound to be a magical evening you won't want to miss, so dress the part and enjoy yourself!
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. Party will get started at 9 PM and run until 1 AM. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
We're working our way towards the end of the year, and we have plenty of dancing to squeeze in before then. Hope you'll help us do it!
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Friday, October 30, 2009
Weekly News October 30th
Hello dancers! It's almost November and we have some very exciting events coming up!
THIS WEEK
Saturday - If candy isn't your thing and you would love to get some dancing in, then the studio is the place to be. Harry is throwing his own Halloween party, featuring the Dave Kenny band! Live music and rock & roll should make for a great evening. Doors open at 8, band will start at 9. If you're a WSDS member it's only $8, everyone else pays $10 to get in.
Sunday - Dance card Sunday! That means door prizes to kick off another great month of dancing!
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
Finally, in December we have a special treat. Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese is once again coming to Swingin' Sundays to teach West Coast Swing. You don't want to miss the chance to pick up this versatile, fun dance. The schedule will go like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
LIVE BANDS
Only two months left in the year but still several great live music opportunites for you.....
Saturday - Dave Kenny Band at the studio, details above.
November 10th - This is an extra special treat. It's a Swing Night at the Shadow, but instead of DJ'd music, we'll feature the stylings of Cool Blue! Yes, it's still at 550 N. Rock Road. Yes, it's still all ages welcome. Yes, it's still FREE. Yes, it's still guaranteed to be a fun evening. Yes, you need to be there.
December 13th - It's our Christmas Party! Among other things I want to highlight that we'll be hosting what is easily the best band you'll hear in the studio all year. Direct from California, the Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra will be playing for three hours. That's right, the band starts early at 7, so don't be late!
WORKSHOPS
November 14th - The Lindy Bombers are giving you a dance workshop that is cheap and filled with fun new stuff to add to your dancing! It's at the dance studio, here's the schedule:
10 - Challenging Charleston - Just what you think, some exciting patterns to put some kick in your partner charleston
11 - Mind Blowing Moves - Let's expand your lindy hop and your mind, with the powerful drug of dance
12 - Hustle and Flow - Everything's better smooth, including your dancing! We'll focus on the flow in this class.
Classes are $7 each or $15 for all three!
BIG EVENTS
A lot of bang left for your buck in 2009:
November 15th - SOCKHOP! Ronnie Choy is back to DJ you back to a better time of malt shops, greased hair, and poodle skirts. It's bound to be a magical evening you won't want to miss, so dress the part and enjoy yourself!
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. Party will get started at 9 PM and run until 1 AM. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
It's basically November, and you still have Live Bands, Workshops, and some of our biggest events of the year to look forward to before 2010! Your board meets in the middle of November, so we'll have some exciting news about 2010 to add in here coming soon!
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
THIS WEEK
Saturday - If candy isn't your thing and you would love to get some dancing in, then the studio is the place to be. Harry is throwing his own Halloween party, featuring the Dave Kenny band! Live music and rock & roll should make for a great evening. Doors open at 8, band will start at 9. If you're a WSDS member it's only $8, everyone else pays $10 to get in.
Sunday - Dance card Sunday! That means door prizes to kick off another great month of dancing!
CLASSES
This month we're having Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
Finally, in December we have a special treat. Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese is once again coming to Swingin' Sundays to teach West Coast Swing. You don't want to miss the chance to pick up this versatile, fun dance. The schedule will go like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
LIVE BANDS
Only two months left in the year but still several great live music opportunites for you.....
Saturday - Dave Kenny Band at the studio, details above.
November 10th - This is an extra special treat. It's a Swing Night at the Shadow, but instead of DJ'd music, we'll feature the stylings of Cool Blue! Yes, it's still at 550 N. Rock Road. Yes, it's still all ages welcome. Yes, it's still FREE. Yes, it's still guaranteed to be a fun evening. Yes, you need to be there.
December 13th - It's our Christmas Party! Among other things I want to highlight that we'll be hosting what is easily the best band you'll hear in the studio all year. Direct from California, the Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra will be playing for three hours. That's right, the band starts early at 7, so don't be late!
WORKSHOPS
November 14th - The Lindy Bombers are giving you a dance workshop that is cheap and filled with fun new stuff to add to your dancing! It's at the dance studio, here's the schedule:
10 - Challenging Charleston - Just what you think, some exciting patterns to put some kick in your partner charleston
11 - Mind Blowing Moves - Let's expand your lindy hop and your mind, with the powerful drug of dance
12 - Hustle and Flow - Everything's better smooth, including your dancing! We'll focus on the flow in this class.
Classes are $7 each or $15 for all three!
BIG EVENTS
A lot of bang left for your buck in 2009:
November 15th - SOCKHOP! Ronnie Choy is back to DJ you back to a better time of malt shops, greased hair, and poodle skirts. It's bound to be a magical evening you won't want to miss, so dress the part and enjoy yourself!
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. Party will get started at 9 PM and run until 1 AM. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
It's basically November, and you still have Live Bands, Workshops, and some of our biggest events of the year to look forward to before 2010! Your board meets in the middle of November, so we'll have some exciting news about 2010 to add in here coming soon!
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Dance at the Shadow Tonight!
Hello dancers! Thanks to everyone who braved the rain and came out for the Halloween Party last Sunday! If you missed it don't worry, you have a chance to get your daning in tonight. That's right, it's another Swing Night at the Shadow! Come on down to 550 N. Rock Rd tonight from 6-9 PM. We'll be dancing, food and drink will be available, and it won't cost you a dime to get in the door. Yes, it's free, and all ages are welcome. So come relax after work with an evening of food, friends, fun, and even a little dancing.
Hope to see you there!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Hope to see you there!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Friday, October 23, 2009
Weekly Update - 10/23
Hello dancers! Thanks to everyone who came out last week for another great Swingin' Sunday, you're the reason the club thrives. Once again, a lot of stuff to talk about, and some great things coming up in the next week:
THIS WEEK
Saturday - WSDS's own Austin Freeman is teaching a Lindy Hop Workshop at Care to Dance (1019 W. Douglas). It's a four hour progressive workshop designed to dispell all your fears about Lindy Hop and have you swinging out with style by the end. Classes run from 9 am to 1 pm, the whole thing can be yours for $40. (Classes are $15 each)
9:00 Building blocks to Lindy Hop- Learning the basics to lindy hop.
10:00 Closed position moves: Keep your follows entertained by adding to your dance vocabulary.
11:00 Swingout turns and moves: Moves and turns that will make your swing out look amazing. 12:00 Rhythm and Styling: Come learn a routine that will give you some awsome rhythm and styling to add to your social dancing.
Sunday - HALLOWEEN PARTY!!!! Come in costume, you'll save $1 and get to enter the free costume contest with prizes! We'll feature the Grand Marquis from Kansas City playing live from 8-10 for your dancing enjoyment. Cost is $5 for members, $7 for non-members. Yes, normal lessons will happen, and yes, you'll kick yourself if you miss it.
Tuesday - Swing Night at the Shadow! That means free dancing from 6-9 PM as well as food, drinks, friends, and fun for you! Plus it's free. I can't think of a better way to unwind after work, so I'll definitely be there, will you?
CLASSES
As stated, this is the last Sunday in October, so lessons this Sunday will be as follows:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - THRILLER
In November we'll mix it up and have Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
Finally, in December we have a special treat. Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese is once again coming to Swingin' Sundays to teach West Coast Swing. You don't want to miss the chance to pick up this versatile, fun dance. The schedule will go like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
LIVE BANDS
It's a band bonanza coming up, so pay close attention....
Saturday - River City Jam is playing at The Horn (1255 S. Tyler Rd). Admission is free and they'll play from 9:30 PM - 1:30 AM. They play music from the 60's to today, but promise to blend a little swing in there too. The more dancers show up, the more swing they'll play!
Sunday - It's the Halloween Party with the Grand Marquis! Band starts at 8!
October 31st - Can't get enough dancing and need something fun to do on Halloween? Head on down to the studio, because Harry is hosting a party! Plus, he's having Dave Kenny come out to play. If you like live music and you like rock & roll you're in for a fantastic evening. Doors open at 8, band starts at 9. $8 if you're a WSDS member, $10 if you aren't.
November 10th - This is an extra special treat. It's a Swing Night at the Shadow, but instead of DJ'd music, we'll feature the stylings of Cool Blue! Yes, it's still at 550 N. Rock Road. Yes, it's still all ages welcome. Yes, it's still FREE. Yes, it's still guaranteed to be a fun evening. Yes, you need to be there.
December 13th - It's our Christmas Party! Among other things I want to highlight that we'll be hosting what is easily the best band you'll hear in the studio all year. Direct from California, the Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra will be playing for three hours. That's right, the band starts early at 7, so don't be late!
WORKSHOPS
Saturday - Austin's Lindy Hop workshop from 9-1, details at the top.
November 14th - The Lindy Bombers are giving you a dance workshop that is cheap and filled with fun new stuff to add to your dancing! It's at the dance studio, here's the schedule:
10 - Challenging Charleston - Just what you think, some exciting patterns to put some kick in your partner charleston
11 - Mind Blowing Moves - Let's expand your lindy hop and your mind, with the powerful drug of dance
12 - Hustle and Flow - Everything's better smooth, including your dancing! We'll focus on the flow in this class
BIG EVENTS
There are a lot coming up:
October 25th - Halloween Party!
November 15th - SOCKHOP! Ronnie Choy is back to DJ you back to a better time of malt shops, greased hair, and poodle skirts. It's bound to be a magical evening you won't want to miss, so dress the part and enjoy yourself!
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
That's it for now, and honestly, what more could you ask for? Live Bands? Check. Workshops? Check. Fun? Check. Lots of chances to dance? CHECK.
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
THIS WEEK
Saturday - WSDS's own Austin Freeman is teaching a Lindy Hop Workshop at Care to Dance (1019 W. Douglas). It's a four hour progressive workshop designed to dispell all your fears about Lindy Hop and have you swinging out with style by the end. Classes run from 9 am to 1 pm, the whole thing can be yours for $40. (Classes are $15 each)
9:00 Building blocks to Lindy Hop- Learning the basics to lindy hop.
10:00 Closed position moves: Keep your follows entertained by adding to your dance vocabulary.
11:00 Swingout turns and moves: Moves and turns that will make your swing out look amazing. 12:00 Rhythm and Styling: Come learn a routine that will give you some awsome rhythm and styling to add to your social dancing.
Sunday - HALLOWEEN PARTY!!!! Come in costume, you'll save $1 and get to enter the free costume contest with prizes! We'll feature the Grand Marquis from Kansas City playing live from 8-10 for your dancing enjoyment. Cost is $5 for members, $7 for non-members. Yes, normal lessons will happen, and yes, you'll kick yourself if you miss it.
Tuesday - Swing Night at the Shadow! That means free dancing from 6-9 PM as well as food, drinks, friends, and fun for you! Plus it's free. I can't think of a better way to unwind after work, so I'll definitely be there, will you?
CLASSES
As stated, this is the last Sunday in October, so lessons this Sunday will be as follows:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - THRILLER
In November we'll mix it up and have Janet expand your east coast vocabulary. We'll be featuring Advanced East Coast Swing all month! It'll all look like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast Swing
Finally, in December we have a special treat. Swing Dance Hall of Fame member Harry Reese is once again coming to Swingin' Sundays to teach West Coast Swing. You don't want to miss the chance to pick up this versatile, fun dance. The schedule will go like this:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - West Coast Swing
LIVE BANDS
It's a band bonanza coming up, so pay close attention....
Saturday - River City Jam is playing at The Horn (1255 S. Tyler Rd). Admission is free and they'll play from 9:30 PM - 1:30 AM. They play music from the 60's to today, but promise to blend a little swing in there too. The more dancers show up, the more swing they'll play!
Sunday - It's the Halloween Party with the Grand Marquis! Band starts at 8!
October 31st - Can't get enough dancing and need something fun to do on Halloween? Head on down to the studio, because Harry is hosting a party! Plus, he's having Dave Kenny come out to play. If you like live music and you like rock & roll you're in for a fantastic evening. Doors open at 8, band starts at 9. $8 if you're a WSDS member, $10 if you aren't.
November 10th - This is an extra special treat. It's a Swing Night at the Shadow, but instead of DJ'd music, we'll feature the stylings of Cool Blue! Yes, it's still at 550 N. Rock Road. Yes, it's still all ages welcome. Yes, it's still FREE. Yes, it's still guaranteed to be a fun evening. Yes, you need to be there.
December 13th - It's our Christmas Party! Among other things I want to highlight that we'll be hosting what is easily the best band you'll hear in the studio all year. Direct from California, the Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra will be playing for three hours. That's right, the band starts early at 7, so don't be late!
WORKSHOPS
Saturday - Austin's Lindy Hop workshop from 9-1, details at the top.
November 14th - The Lindy Bombers are giving you a dance workshop that is cheap and filled with fun new stuff to add to your dancing! It's at the dance studio, here's the schedule:
10 - Challenging Charleston - Just what you think, some exciting patterns to put some kick in your partner charleston
11 - Mind Blowing Moves - Let's expand your lindy hop and your mind, with the powerful drug of dance
12 - Hustle and Flow - Everything's better smooth, including your dancing! We'll focus on the flow in this class
BIG EVENTS
There are a lot coming up:
October 25th - Halloween Party!
November 15th - SOCKHOP! Ronnie Choy is back to DJ you back to a better time of malt shops, greased hair, and poodle skirts. It's bound to be a magical evening you won't want to miss, so dress the part and enjoy yourself!
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
That's it for now, and honestly, what more could you ask for? Live Bands? Check. Workshops? Check. Fun? Check. Lots of chances to dance? CHECK.
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Weekly Dance News - October 15
Hello dancers! As promised, a lot of info for you this week, so I'm taking a stab at organizing it a little differently. There's a lot to be excited about!
CLASSES
Just a reminder, we're featuring Thriller as our 'taster' class this month, here's the schedule:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - THRILLER
In November we'll be featuring Advanced East Coast. Feeling pretty good about the material in the upstairs lessons, want to add some exciting new stuff to your dance repetoire? Then this is your month, as Janet is compiling a mess of moves to have you dancing in style!
In December we're proud to bring back West Coast Swing. Taught by none other than Swing Dance Hall of Fame member (and the guy who has his name on the building) Harry Reese, this is an excellent chance to get exposed to a versatile, fun dance. No matter what type of music you like, chances are good you can West Coast to it! So come on out and learn a dance you'll be able to do for almost any occasion.
LIVE BANDS
You lucky dancers, we have at least one live band every month for the rest of the year! Here's the rundown:
October 25th - It's our Halloween Party! The Grand Marquis are making the trek all the way from Kansas City to help you swing out in spooky style. We'll also have our free costume contest, so get in the spirit and get in that costume (everyone in a costume gets in for $1 off) !
October 31st - Can't get enough dancing and need something fun to do on Halloween? Head on down to the studio, because Harry is hosting a party! Plus, he's having Dave Kenny come out to play. If you like live music and you like rock & roll you're in for a fantastic evening. Doors open at 8, band starts at 9. $8 if you're a WSDS member, $10 if you aren't.
November 10th - This is an extra special treat. It's a Swing Night at the Shadow, but instead of DJ'd music, we'll feature the stylings of Cool Blue! Yes, it's still at 550 N. Rock Road. Yes, it's still all ages welcome. Yes, it's still FREE. Yes, it's still guaranteed to be a fun evening. Yes, you need to be there.
December 13th - It's our Christmas Party! Among other things I want to highlight that we'll be hosting what is easily the best band you'll hear in the studio all year. Direct from California, the Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra will be playing for three hours. That's right, the band starts early at 7, so don't be late!
EXTRA DANCES
You can get into the Halloween spirit early this Saturday at the Old Town Ballroom. They're hosting a costume party from 7:30 - 10:00 PM. It's $10, which gets you dancing, food, dance lesson, beverage, and an evening of fun. Best costumes will win prizes, and if you've never been to the Old Town Ballroom this is your night, first time guests are free!
Look alive on the 25th of October, Swing Night at the Shadow is back! Don't miss your FREE chance to dance!
WORKSHOPS
We've heard you clamoring for workshops, and we are responding! We have two workshops coming up, with a little something for everybody.
October 24th: WSDS's own Austin Freeman is teaching a Lindy Hop Workshop at Care to Dance (1019 W. Douglas). It's a four hour progressive workshop designed to dispell all your fears about Lindy Hop and have you swinging out with style by the end. Classes run from 9 am to 1 pm, the whole thing can be yours for $40. (Classes are $15 each)
On November 14 the Lindy Bombers are coming through to give you some new exciting dance classes! Familiarity with the basics is strongly encouraged, because this stuff will have you looking like a pro. Workshop runs from 10 am to 1 pm with classes in "Challenging Charleston", "Mind Blowing Moves", and "Hustle and Flow". Classes are $7 each, $15 for all 3!
BIG EVENTS
We have a string of big events to close out the year:
October 25th - Halloween Party! Check out the Live Band section for details!
November 15th - SOCKHOP! Ronnie Choy is back to DJ you back to a better time of malt shops, greased hair, and poodle skirts. It's bound to be a magical evening you won't want to miss, so dress the part and enjoy yourself!
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
As you can see it's a great time to be a dancer in Wichita, so mark up your calendar, you won't want to miss a thing.
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
CLASSES
Just a reminder, we're featuring Thriller as our 'taster' class this month, here's the schedule:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - THRILLER
In November we'll be featuring Advanced East Coast. Feeling pretty good about the material in the upstairs lessons, want to add some exciting new stuff to your dance repetoire? Then this is your month, as Janet is compiling a mess of moves to have you dancing in style!
In December we're proud to bring back West Coast Swing. Taught by none other than Swing Dance Hall of Fame member (and the guy who has his name on the building) Harry Reese, this is an excellent chance to get exposed to a versatile, fun dance. No matter what type of music you like, chances are good you can West Coast to it! So come on out and learn a dance you'll be able to do for almost any occasion.
LIVE BANDS
You lucky dancers, we have at least one live band every month for the rest of the year! Here's the rundown:
October 25th - It's our Halloween Party! The Grand Marquis are making the trek all the way from Kansas City to help you swing out in spooky style. We'll also have our free costume contest, so get in the spirit and get in that costume (everyone in a costume gets in for $1 off) !
October 31st - Can't get enough dancing and need something fun to do on Halloween? Head on down to the studio, because Harry is hosting a party! Plus, he's having Dave Kenny come out to play. If you like live music and you like rock & roll you're in for a fantastic evening. Doors open at 8, band starts at 9. $8 if you're a WSDS member, $10 if you aren't.
November 10th - This is an extra special treat. It's a Swing Night at the Shadow, but instead of DJ'd music, we'll feature the stylings of Cool Blue! Yes, it's still at 550 N. Rock Road. Yes, it's still all ages welcome. Yes, it's still FREE. Yes, it's still guaranteed to be a fun evening. Yes, you need to be there.
December 13th - It's our Christmas Party! Among other things I want to highlight that we'll be hosting what is easily the best band you'll hear in the studio all year. Direct from California, the Dave Stephens Swing Orchestra will be playing for three hours. That's right, the band starts early at 7, so don't be late!
EXTRA DANCES
You can get into the Halloween spirit early this Saturday at the Old Town Ballroom. They're hosting a costume party from 7:30 - 10:00 PM. It's $10, which gets you dancing, food, dance lesson, beverage, and an evening of fun. Best costumes will win prizes, and if you've never been to the Old Town Ballroom this is your night, first time guests are free!
Look alive on the 25th of October, Swing Night at the Shadow is back! Don't miss your FREE chance to dance!
WORKSHOPS
We've heard you clamoring for workshops, and we are responding! We have two workshops coming up, with a little something for everybody.
October 24th: WSDS's own Austin Freeman is teaching a Lindy Hop Workshop at Care to Dance (1019 W. Douglas). It's a four hour progressive workshop designed to dispell all your fears about Lindy Hop and have you swinging out with style by the end. Classes run from 9 am to 1 pm, the whole thing can be yours for $40. (Classes are $15 each)
On November 14 the Lindy Bombers are coming through to give you some new exciting dance classes! Familiarity with the basics is strongly encouraged, because this stuff will have you looking like a pro. Workshop runs from 10 am to 1 pm with classes in "Challenging Charleston", "Mind Blowing Moves", and "Hustle and Flow". Classes are $7 each, $15 for all 3!
BIG EVENTS
We have a string of big events to close out the year:
October 25th - Halloween Party! Check out the Live Band section for details!
November 15th - SOCKHOP! Ronnie Choy is back to DJ you back to a better time of malt shops, greased hair, and poodle skirts. It's bound to be a magical evening you won't want to miss, so dress the part and enjoy yourself!
December 13th - Christmas Party! Info in the Live Band section, but also be aware there will be door prizes, and MEMBERS GET IN FREE! It's our Christmas gift to you.
December 31st - New Year's Eve party! We'll have food, dancing, and the Dance Man Ronnie Choy! Come dance in the New Year with us. More info to come soon, but mark your calendar (as if you could forget the date!) it's going to be a very fun time.
As you can see it's a great time to be a dancer in Wichita, so mark up your calendar, you won't want to miss a thing.
See you Sunday!
Evan Borst
WSDS President
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Swing Night at the Shadow Tonight!
Hello dancers! We have some awesome announcements about upcoming events for you, but you'll have to wait a few more days for them. For now, remember that you can come out and DANCE FOR FREE TONIGHT AT THE SHADOW! That's right, we'll have DJ'd swing music from 6-9 PM, and it's FREE FOR ALL AGES! They have a full food and drink menu, so why not come out, relax, and unwind from a day at work with some dancing! The fun is at 550 N. Rock Road, hope to see you there!
Evan BorstWSDS President
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