Did you know that the Charleston and Argentine Tango dances were both banned from many dance halls during the 1920s because they were too scandalous and exuberant?  Learn the exciting dances that were all the rage in the 1920s…

Track Descriptions:

Early Swing Track:

This track will include partnered style dances such as, Charleston and Lindy Hop.

The early years of swing began evolving before the 1920s but gained major popularity with charleston in 1923.  Soon to follow, in 1926, the “Black Bottom” briefly replaced the craze. Then Charleston steps were added to the "Breakaway" and renamed “Lindy Hop” in 1927, after Charles Lindbergh  hopped across the Atlantic Ocean.  Learn all of these styles and more in the Early Swing Track.

Solo Jazz/Solo Charleston Track:

Although the Charleston dance has been dated back to 1903, it became a worldwide frenzy in the height of the Ragtime-Jazz period of the 1920’s. The dance is thought to have originated with the African-Americans who lived on a small island near Charleston, South Carolina.  But now you don’t have to travel farther than the Solo Jazz/Solo Charleston Track.

Argentine Tango Track:

In 1921, The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse opened, starring Rudolph Valentino.  In the movie the sex symbol danced an Argentine Tango and catapulted the dance to stardom.  This dance was already a national favorite in it’s home country and France.  A new audience in the United States was hooked.  Get addicted!  Join the Argentine Tango Track.

Levels

Beginner/Intermediate

If this is a new dance to you or you want to break it down for a clearer understanding, this is the perfect level for you

Intermediate/Advanced

This level will assume you have a proficient level of the dance.  Most basics will not be broken down so please be honest with your level choices.

***If you are not clear on what level suits you best, feel free to contact us with your dance background and we will be happy to assist in your placement.