Lindy Hop classes
BB-DanceCamp's concept for success
We offer two different tracks, depending on what you want to take away from the BB-DanceCamp:
- You want to work intensively, sweat and hone your technique for 3 days? Then Lindy Intensive is just right for you. This track is only recommended for intermediate/advanced level and above.
- Is it more important for you to try out new things, have fun and enjoy the variety of the BBDC? Then we recommend Lindy Open.
Lindy Open
| Concept | You already know a little Lindy and want to take away as many new ideas as possible? You just have fun with social dance? You are attending a dance camp for the first time? Then this open Lindy class is just right for you! |
| Focus | Figures |
| Level | Intermediate and Intermediate/Advanced |
| Requirements | Swing Out, Lindy Turn, Lindy Circle, Side-by-side Charleston, Hand-to-hand Charleston, Tuck Turn, Pass. You have mastered these basic figures, you can dance them fluently at a comfortable tempo (up to approx. 160 bpm) in various combinations with different partners, and you have fun doing it. |
Lindy Intensive
| Concept | Lindy Intensive classes are for Lindy Hop dancers from Intermediate/Advanced level who would like to spend three days really intensively honing their technique. The focus is on refining one's own dance technique. An important component is a lot of space for independent practice and personal feedback. Therefore, we recommend that you concentrate entirely on the course and not take part in special courses and tasters. |
| Focus | Technique |
| Level | Intermediate/Advanced and Advanced |
| Requirements | To participate in the Lindy Intensive classes, you must be able to dance all common 6-count and 8-count basic figures, including the Charleston, technically correctly and fluently with different partners, even at a fast tempo. There will also be a level check at the beginning of the camp. |
Lindy Intensive – Topics in 2025
All three topics are taught in each of the Lindy Intensive classes, but on different days.
Swingprovisation (Charlotte & Joseph)
This workshop is designed to bring out the Jazz Engine in you, reviving some of the core elements and values that the original jazz dancers lived by. You’ll learn moves and jazz movement, focusing on unique musicality and Improvisation skills, to take your social partner and solo dancing skills to a whole new level, allowing you to dance to any song or live band, fluently with style, rhythm and grace, like they did back in the day.
Fast dancing (Mélanie & Jérémy)
This class aims to show how dance is different depending on the tempo of the music, and focuses on fast music. We'll look at how to approach fast music so that you feel more comfortable and less tired when dancing.
Understanding Music and Creativity (Hyunjung & Anders)
Let’s get with it to the music! We’ll break down the different types of Jazz music and what to listen to, so that you can find those fun little spots for improvisation. You’ll learn how to add your own playful twist and let your personality come through!