Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  We have some serious fun on the horizon so read closely....  First off I want to remind you we are electing new board members on September 12th.  We need some new people to step up and lead this group for the next year.  Attached is a packet with information, please look it over.  Also that night we'll  have a membership meeting.  So all you members, the fun starts at 6:30 PM in the basement.  Come pick your leadership and hear about how we've been doing!

 

THIS WEEK

Sunday night our favorite DJ Ronnie Choy is back!  He's excited to play for you, and you should be excited to dance for him.  If not, you clearly don't know what you're missing.  Don't be late, it's going to be a very fun evening.

 

SUNDAY NIGHT CLASSES
August we're back running at full speed with another round of Advanced East Coast.  It's going to be a great month of classes, here's the lineup:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast
 
OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, and a rotating taster class at 8:30 PM.  This month is solo movement!  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!

 

Tuesday nights - Lindy Hop Tuesdays!  Old Town Ballroom plays host to Lindy Hop classes every week at 7:30 PM.  One hour of precious knowledge is only $5

 

Wednesday nights - 8 PM is the "Swing Grab Bag" class at Old Town Ballroom.  Could be dips, could be flashy moves, could be a chicken sandwich, you'll have to show up to find out....

 

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country!
 
September 16-19 in Omaha, NE is Cowtown Jamborama!
http://www.jitterbugs.org/Default.aspx?tabid=152
 
September 24-26 in Ft. Smith, AR is Southern Fried Swing!
http://itsaboutmomentum.com/sfs/
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK

A little action from Cowtown Jamborama last year, with a few people you might recognize....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwinsJKG4no

 

OTHER DANCES

September 7th - Lindy Hop Tuesdays at OTB are throwing a dance!  Running from 8:30 - 11:00 PM you can get in for just $6, or get the class that night and the dance for only $9!

 

September 21st - Lindy Hop Tuesdays dance, see above.

 

That's all for now dancers, make it a point to come out this Sunday and mark September 12th on your calendar!

 

See you Sunday!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  First and foremost, I want to direct your attention to September 12th.  That night is our election of new board members for the coming year.  Attached in this email is the nomination packet, please look at it if you are interested in giving back to this group.  Without the board there is not a single WSDS event that would happen.  I cannot tell you how important it is, and we have holes to fill this year.  If you are not interested in running, but are a member, then please come that night to vote in our elections!  In the basement from 6:30 - 8:00 PM we will hold the elections and our membership meeting.

 

A quick preview of that meeting's agenda:

Elections

Fiscal Recap of Sunflower Swing

Fiscal Recap since price increase

Christmas party options this year

 

Hopefully at least one of those things interests you enough to attend, so be there at 6:30 on the 12th!

 

THIS WEEK

Tuesday in addition to their regular class, Tuesday Night Lindy Hop at Old Town Ballroom is having a dance!  There'll be a bonus quick beginner lesson at 8:30 PM, and dance at 9:15.

 

BIG EVENTS
August 22nd is a very special Swingin' Sunday.  It marks the return of the Dance Man Ronnie Choy!  Don't miss out on hearing our favorite DJ do what he does best.
 
SUNDAY NIGHT CLASSES
August we're back running at full speed with another round of Advanced East Coast.  It's going to be a great month of classes, here's the lineup:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast
 
OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, and a rotating taster class at 8:30 PM.  This month is solo movement!  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!
 
Tuesday nights - Lindy Hop Tuesdays!  Old Town Ballroom plays host to Lindy Hop Classes every week at 7:30 PM
 
Wednesday nights - East Coast Swing Class at Old Town Ballroom at 7 PM.  Follow that up with Blues at 8 PM for a great evening of dancing!  Check out www.oldtownballroom.com for directions.
 
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country!

 

September 16-19 in Omaha, NE is Cowtown Jamborama!
http://www.jitterbugs.org/Default.aspx?tabid=152
 
September 24-26 in Ft. Smith, AR is Southern Fried Swing!
http://itsaboutmomentum.com/sfs/
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK

It's a long one from Camp Hollywood this year, but there's a lot to love....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D96Ub5ctoPo

 
That's it for now, see you on the dance floor!
 
See you Sunday!
 
Evan Borst
WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  It's August, and while the weather outside is hot, you've been keeping the dance floor even hotter.  I want to draw your attention to the packet attached to this email.  The WSDS will be electing a new board on September 12, and we need officers!  If you're at all interested, please look the packet over and ask any current board members questions.  That night will also be our next Membership meeting, so be sure to come cast your vote and let your voice be heard!

 

BIG EVENTS
August 22nd is a very special Swingin' Sunday.  It marks the return of the Dance Man Ronnie Choy!  Don't miss out on hearing our favorite DJ do what he does best.
 
SUNDAY NIGHT CLASSES
August we're back running at full speed with another round of Advanced East Coast.  It's going to be a great month of classes, here's the lineup:
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast
 
OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, advanced at 8:30 PM  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!

 

Tuesday nights - Lindy Hop Tuesdays!  Old Town Ballroom plays host to Lindy Hop Classes every week at 7:30 PM
 
Wednesday nights - East Coast Swing Class at Old Town Ballroom at 7 PM.  Follow that up with Blues at 8 PM for a great evening of dancing!  Check out www.oldtownballroom.com for directions.
 
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country!
 
July 23-25 in Minneapolis, MN is the Twin Cities Balboa Festival!
http://www.tcbal.com/
 
August 6-8 in Denver, CO is Lindy on the Rocks!
www.cmdance.org
 
September 16-19 in Omaha, NE is Cowtown Jamborama!
http://www.jitterbugs.org/Default.aspx?tabid=152
 
September 24-26 in Ft. Smith, AR is Southern Fried Swing!
http://itsaboutmomentum.com/sfs/
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK

Check out the winners of the Team Division at Camp Hollywood this year

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8bX2z06_gY

 

OTHER DANCES

August 17th Old Town Ballroom is hosting a swing dance in connection with the Lindy Hop Tuesday Lessons.  There'll be a quick beginner lesson at 8:30 PM, and dance at 9:15.

 

That's it for now, see you on the dance floor!

 

See you Sunday!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  We're fresh off of Sunflower Swing 2010 and a big thank you is in order.  To all of you who attended the great dance classes with Kim, David, Nate, and Christy, thank you.  To everyone who came out Friday night to kick the weekend off and welcome all of our out of town guests, thank you.  To everyone who watched the performances, competitions, and new band Pivot Point Saturday night, thank you.  And finally to everyone who helped end the weekend on a high note Sunday night with the Swing Daddies, thank you.  To everyone else, you missed out.

 

THIS WEEK

Sunday is our birthday jam and a chance for a great Charleston Line class!  Don't miss out!

 

BIG EVENTS

August 22nd is a very special Swingin' Sunday.  It marks the return of the Dance Man Ronnie Choy!  Don't miss out on hearing our favorite DJ do what he does best.

 

SUNDAY NIGHT CLASSES
July we only have 2 nights of normal classes, so we're giving you a chance to catch up on the line dances we love so much.  The 11th we'll cover Shim Sham, the 25th we'll cover Line Charleston.
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Shim Sham/Line Charleston

 

August we're back running at full speed with another round of Advanced East Coast.  It's going to be a great month of classes, here's the lineup:

Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Advanced East Coast

 

OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, advanced at 8:30 PM  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!
 
Wednesday nights - East Coast Swing Class at Old Town Ballroom at 7 PM.  Follow that up with Blues at 8 PM for a great evening of dancing!  Check out www.oldtownballroom.com for directions.
 
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country!
 
July 23-25 in Minneapolis, MN is the Twin Cities Balboa Festival!
http://www.tcbal.com/
 
August 6-8 in Denver, CO is Lindy on the Rocks!
www.cmdance.org
 
September 16-19 in Omaha, NE is Cowtown Jamborama!
http://www.jitterbugs.org/Default.aspx?tabid=152
 
September 24-26 in Ft. Smith, AR is Southern Fried Swing!
http://itsaboutmomentum.com/sfs/
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK
An inspirational bit of lindy hop from the Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEtG4F4JWOo
 
OTHER DANCES
July 31st is the OTB Picnic/Potluck Dance at Old Town Ballroom.  From 8-11 you can enjoy the food and fun for only $10

 

 

That's it for now everybody.  Be on the lookout for elections info in the near future, we'll be looking for the next group of people to lead this group!

 

See you Sunday!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers, this week it is all about one thing:  SUNFLOWER SWING!  It's finally here, and I feel like a kid on Christmas Eve.

 

The fun starts tomorrow night at Old Town Ballroom (630 E. Douglas) from 7-10 PM.  We'll have DJ Joy Kotewall from KC and DJ David Frutos from California playing the tunes, the dancing is up to you!  Cost is only $5, come out and help kick the weekend off in style!

 

Saturday we give you a fun-filled day of classes with Kim Clever and David Frutos from California as well as Nate Woodhams and Christy Palmer from Omaha.  It's at the studio (Harry's) from 10-3, we'll have a beginner and an advanced track so there's something for everybody.  Classes include beginning lindy hop, slides, aerials, movie moves, and more!  Classes are $10 each.

 

Saturday night we head to the Dance Studio (1855 S. Rock) from 8-Midnight for an evening of dance contests, DJ Troy Nothnagel from Omaha, and LIVE MUSIC!  Pivot Point makes their debut for you so come welcome them to the Wichita Swing Dance Society!  The entire dance is only $10.

 

If that's not enough, we'll head back to Old Town Ballroom (630 E. Douglas) afterwards for an after hours dance from Midnight until however late you can party.  Why not see how late you can go?  For $5 it's an exciting evening sure to include swing, soul, blues and more with DJ Hilary Wright from KC

 

Sunday are more classes at the Dance Studio (1855 S. Rock) from 10-3, and we're all together this time.  Easy tricks for everyone, balboa, and collegiate shag highlight a fun day of classes, again $10 each.

 

Sunday night we have a very special Swingin' Sunday planned.  Brief East Coast lesson from 6:30-7, then the Swingdaddies take over with a whirlwind of high energy swing fun from 7-10 PM!  The entire evening is $10, don't miss out!

 

Of course you can save money by getting a weekend pass that admits you to every dance and every class ($110 value) for only $70 for members and $85 for non-members.  If not, then come to as much as you can squeeze in, it's a party the likes of which you won't see again for a year.

 

Check out the attachment and www.wichitaswingdance.com for more details.  Hope to see you all there!

 

See you all weekend!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  This Sunday is your last chance to register for Sunflower Swing at our awesome discount rate of $50!  Wondering what that gets you?  Here's you answer:

 

Friday Night (July 16) We're heading over to Old Town Ballroom for a welcome dance!  We'll get down from 7-10 PM to the sounds of DJ's from Kansas City and California.

 

Saturday (July 17) the learning begins at Harry's, with classes taught by our guest instructors:  Kim Clever, David Frutos, Christy Palmer, and Nate Woodhams.  There'll be classes for all levels, including classes covering slides, aerials, moves featured in the movies, charleston and more!  Classes run from 10 AM to 3:15 PM

 

The fun doesn't stop as we head out to the Dance Studio from 8-Midnight for an evening of live music with Pivot Point, Omaha DJ's, teacher showcases, and dance contests that give you the chance to win passes to Cowtown Jamborama, Southern Fried Swing, Sunflower Swing, The Rhythm is Jumpin', and more!

 

If that isn't enough we'll move over to Old Town Ballroom for more dancing to the tunes of KC DJ's from midnight to as late as you can stay (yes, that's a challenge).

 

Then Sunday (Juy 18) we bring you more classes, at the Dance Studio from 10-3:15.  These classes are for all levels, including easy tricks and shag!

 

That night we wrap up the weekend in style with the Swing Daddies playing live music at Harry's from 7-10 PM!

 

So if you're keeping track, that's 4 dances, 2 days of classes, 2 live bands, and too much fun for you to want to miss!

 

Get all the details at http://www.wichitaswingdance.com/anniversary.html

 

Now, on with the rest of your regularly scheduled email:

 

THIS WEEK

Friday is Swing Night at the Wichita Dance Round Up.  A little more slanted to West Coast, if you enjoyed Soul Night you might enjoy some of this as well.  Details at http://dancewdr.com/

 

Sunday is a dance card night and we'll be teaching Shim Sham!

 

Monday the Immanuel Scott Big Band is playing at WSU in the amphitheater behind Duerksen Fine Arts Center.  Starts at 7 PM, and it's free.  Dance space may be limited.

 

WORKSHOPS
It's all about Sunflower Swing, 2 days, 2 great sets of instructors, 8 classes for you to indulge your desire to learn.  Check out the class schedule here:
http://www.wichitaswingdance.com/anniversary/Class_Schedule_2010.pdf
 
LIVE BANDS
If you aren't at Sunflower Swing you're missing the chance to indulge in a double dip of Live Music!  Pivot Point makes their debut playing for you on July 17th, while the Swing Daddies hit the studio like a hurricane on July 18th.  Each dance is $10, but it's cheaper with your weekend pass or if you volunteer!  Respond to the email to volunteer, go here to register:
http://www.wichitaswingdance.com/ani_registration.html
 
BIG EVENTS
Third section in a row, July 16-18 is Sunflower Swing!  An event so big it takes an entire weekend to contain it.  Check out all the details here:
http://www.wichitaswingdance.com/anniversary.html
 
SUNDAY NIGHT CLASSES
July we only have 2 nights of normal classes, so we're giving you a chance to catch up on the line dances we love so much.  The 11th we'll cover Shim Sham, the 25th we'll cover Line Charleston.
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Shim Sham/Line Charleston
 
OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, advanced at 8:30 PM  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!
 
Wednesday nights - East Coast Swing Class at Old Town Ballroom at 7 PM.  Follow that up with Blues at 8 PM for a great evening of dancing!  Check out www.oldtownballroom.com for directions.
 
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country!
 
July 23-25 in Minneapolis, MN is the Twin Cities Balboa Festival!
http://www.tcbal.com/
 
August 6-8 in Denver, CO is Lindy on the Rocks!
www.cmdance.org
 
September 16-19 in Omaha, NE is Cowtown Jamborama!
http://www.jitterbugs.org/Default.aspx?tabid=152
 
September 24-26 in Ft. Smith, AR is Southern Fried Swing!
http://itsaboutmomentum.com/sfs/
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK
Check out our lead instructors for Sunflower Swing, Kim Clever and David Frutos as they perform in France:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sKq8Fc_w44
 
OTHER DANCES
July 31st is the OTB Picnic/Potluck Dance at Old Town Ballroom.  From 8-11 you can enjoy the food and fun for only $10
 
August 22nd is a very special Swingin' Sunday.  It marks the return of the Dance Man Ronnie Choy!  Don't miss out on hearing our favorite DJ do what he does best.
 
 
See you Sunday!
 
Evan Borst
WSDS President

 

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  Sunflower Swing is getting closer, it's time to get excited!  Need reasons why?  Check out www.wichitaswingdance.com!

 

We still are looking for volunteers and hosts.  Volunteering will save you money to participate in the event, and hosting will give you a chance to meet out of town dancers! 

 

Also bring your $$ on July 11th, as we'll extend the special one last time:  $50 for a Sunflower Swing Weekend Pass to the first 5 people to register!  That includes all the dances, all the classes, all the bands!

 

THIS WEEK

Sunday WE WILL NOT BE DANCING.  Enjoy celebrating the birth of our nation!

 

WORKSHOPS
It's all about Sunflower Swing, 2 days, 2 great sets of instructors, 8 classes for you to indulge your desire to learn.  Check out the class schedule here:
http://www.wichitaswingdance.com/anniversary/Class_Schedule_2010.pdf
 
LIVE BANDS
If you aren't at Sunflower Swing you're missing the chance to indulge in a double dip of Live Music!  Pivot Point makes their debut playing for you on July 17th, while the Swing Daddies hit the studio like a hurricane on July 18th.  Each dance is $10, but it's cheaper with your weekend pass or if you volunteer!  Respond to the email to volunteer, go here to register:
http://www.wichitaswingdance.com/ani_registration.html
 
BIG EVENTS
Third section in a row, July 16-18 is Sunflower Swing!  An event so big it takes an entire weekend to contain it.  Check out all the details here:
http://www.wichitaswingdance.com/anniversary.html
 
SUNDAY NIGHT CLASSES
July we only have 2 nights of normal classes, so we're giving you a chance to catch up on the line dances we love so much.  The 11th we'll cover Shim Sham, the 25th we'll cover Line Charleston.
Upstairs:
6:30 - Beginner Swing I
7:15 - Beginner Swing II
Downstairs:
6:30 - Intermediate Lindy Hop
7:15 - Shim Sham/Line Charleston
 
OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, advanced at 8:30 PM  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!
 
Wednesday nights - East Coast Swing Class at Old Town Ballroom at 7 PM.  Follow that up with Blues at 8 PM for a great evening of dancing!  Check out www.oldtownballroom.com for directions.
 
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country!
 
July 23-25 in Minneapolis, MN is the Twin Cities Balboa Festival!
http://www.tcbal.com/
 
August 6-8 in Denver, CO is Lindy on the Rocks!
www.cmdance.org
 
September 16-19 in Omaha, NE is Cowtown Jamborama!
http://www.jitterbugs.org/Default.aspx?tabid=152
 
September 24-26 in Ft. Smith, AR is Southern Fried Swing!
http://itsaboutmomentum.com/sfs/
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK 

Check out our lead instructors for Sunflower Swing, Kim Clever and David Frutos as they perform in France:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6S8cNAdjIs

 

OTHER DANCES

July 31st is the OTB Picnic/Potluck Dance at Old Town Ballroom.  From 8-11 you can enjoy the food and fun for only $10

 

August 22nd is a very special Swingin' Sunday.  It marks the return of the Dance Man Ronnie Choy!  Don't miss out on hearing our favorite DJ do what he does best.

 

 

That's it for now gang, hope you all have a great weekend, and we'll see you on the 11th!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President