Labor Day Weekend
September 3rd - 6th, 2010

Camp Balboa Seattle Weekend Pass
This includes 3 Days of track classes and 3 Nights of dancing!

Early Bird Registration Before July 1st - $139
After July 1st - $159

Instructor Line-Up
David Rehm
Nick Williams
Kate Hedin
Randy Maestretti
Kara Britt
Peter Flahiff
Yoshi Uemura
Lorraine O'Neal
Jo Ann Coker

Check out our Website for more information and become a fan on Facebook

November 5-7, 2010

Be ready to register in August for two days of inspiring Lindy Hop workshops for dancers at any level, hot evening dances and epic late-night parties at the Lindy Compound.

Music by GORDON WEBSTER and his band
...http://gordonwebster.com/

Weekend DJs RAYNED WILES (DC) and GRAHAM MARKS (Alfred, NY)

About Steven: Steven Mitchell started his dance career by studying Jazz, Ballet, Modern, Ballroom and Hip Hop in both Los Angeles and New York. He started Lindy Hopping / Swing Dancing 1978/1979 together with his partner Erin Stevens. They worked with Al Minns in New York 1982, and brought Frankie Manning out of retirement in 1986 by working together with him.

About Virginie: Virginie has over 20 years of dance experience that includes Jazz, Classical Ballroom, Swing, Ballet. Virginie began teaching Lindy Hop in 1997, and in 1999 paired up with Steven Mitchell to teach full-time internationally. Known for her unique style, spinning and connection, Virginie draws from her extensive dance experience to teach grace, frame and flash to the followers.

Here is a clip of them doing the Swing Walk: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Srj8W7illc

Learn more about Steven and Virginie at: http://www.stevenandvirginie.com/

More event details to come at http://www.groovejuiceswing.com/steven-virginie/

Registration opens in August!

- Groove Juice Swing

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCx6Joi4ewY

BANDS:
Dr. Zoot
Dr. Nelson Harrison's Blue to the Bone
Jimmy Sapienza's Five Guys Named Moe
The Blue Vipers of Brooklyn
The Solomon Douglas Quartet
The Boilermaker Jazz Band
Rick Matt's Little Big Band

VENUES:
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Catalyst Building
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall
Carnegie Mellon University Rangos Ballroom

COST:
Same as last year. Can you believe it?
$55 for entire weekend, registering before Oct. 31
$65 for entire weekend, registering after Oct. 31

HOUSING:
Provided if requested with paid registration.

REGISTRATION:
Begins Aug. 1st!

WEBSITE:
PittStop Lindy Hop

FACEBOOK:
Facebook Event Page

QUESTIONS:
info2010@pittstoplindyhop.com
Lisa Matt 412-260-2216
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Southern Belle Swing Bash is a workshop weekend devoted to women's role in Lindy Hop and all forms of jazz dance.
Now in our fifth year, Southern Belles is the longest running annual ladies' Lindy Hop workshop in the world! This year we'll have an intense and focused series of classes for both solo and partnered dancing. And continuing the tradition of past years, we will have high energy contests, late night dances, and live music.

2009 Teachers
We're excited to bring you a teaching line-up this year of past favorite Southern Belle instructors as well as some fresh new talent:

Sharon Davis
Evita Arce
& Caitlin Wellman

Registration Opens Soon!
We have some surprises in the works to celebrate our 5th year in style, so sign up early and join us for the festivities! Registration will open on Tuesday, June 9th. We look forward to seeing you in Atlanta in August!

Sincerely,
Gina, Jaya, & Michael

http://www.southernbelleswing.com

* Thomas Blacharz and Alice Mei
of the International Performance group Ninjammerz

* Mike Roberts and Laura Glaess
first place winners of the Strictly Lindy Competition at the 2010 Boston Tea Party

Registration opens on Saturday, May 1st 2010!

For more information please visit:
http://www.ninjaswing.com

Jesse & Zach
Ninja Swing Organizers

John is by far one of the most entertaining and improvisational WCS Champions on the circuit today. For clips of some of his dancing visit www.johnlindo.com The event schedule for Aug 13th and 14th can be seen at: http://www.danceutah.info/dance/events/55-west-coast-swing/187-john-lindo-weekend.html

See you there!

Watch for website launching revealing info on early bird registration, bands, djs and class description! Official web address: http://www.bluesblaze.com.

Wanted to let you all know about the new website, http://www.rabbitsandtoasters.com.

We’ve created a website where the latest and greatest swing blogs can be discovered and filtered easily. It’s a one stop shop to find all kinds of blog posts and articles from trusted sources in the swing community.

If you would like to add your blog to the list of contributing websites, please send us an email info@rabbitsandtoasters.com

Enjoy!

LINDY FOCUS - THE JAZZ DANCE CAMP AND NEW YEAR'S PARTY
JOIN US FOR OUR HUGE EIGHTH YEAR EVENT.

Welcome, one and all. We've scoured the dance world for the most exciting instructors, performers, musicians, and dj's. We're bringing them here to present to you the perfect balance between focused, dedicated learning, party atmosphere, entertainment, and social dance floor magic. At Lindy Focus, we go out of our way to bring you not just another swing camp, but a truly unique and inspiring week of jazzy madness that won't even make sense when you talk about it later. Join us!

Early Bird Registration opens in late July -- don't miss out!

Recent News Updates:

As we begin to release information about this year's camp, you'll want to stay updated! We recommend one of the following methods:

1. Newsletter - to sign up, visit our mailing list page: http://www.lindyfocus.com/news_signup.php
2. Facebook Group - join our growing Facebook community: http://tinyurl.com/lfviifb
3. Twitter - stay informed before and during the event by following us on Twitter: http://www.lindyfocus.com/twitter.php

Also, make sure to check out the video trailer of last year's event on our home page.

We're looking forward to the best Lindy Focus EVER. See you guys there. [Emoticon not found]

~Michael and Jaya and the rest of your Lindy Focus Team

Visit us and learn more at www.lindyfocus.com!

Presented by: the Atlanta Swing Era Dance Association & Atlanta Jazz Dance Preservation Society

Early Registration Opens July 15th!
$70 passes to the first 20 people registered

Join us for a weekend devoted to the celebration of Jazz Dance History!

World-Class Instruction – More than 25 Classes
4 Track Levels – Beginner to Masters
Lindy Hop - Charleston - Authentic Jazz - Balboa - Blues + NEW Rhythm Tap Track!

- Historical Presentations & Lectures
- Jack and Jill Competitions
- Live Swing and Jazz Music
**RHYTHMIC RHAPSODY PERFORMANCE SHOWCASE**
@ the historic Rialto Center for the Arts
- Special Guests Performances
- Saturday Gala Dance & Reception

FEATURING:
Jazz Dance Legend & Historian
CHESTRE WHITMORE
BOBBY WHITE & KATE HEDIN
ANDREW THIGPEN & KAREN THURMAN
TERRENCE "TAPS" BENNETT & TRE MCCLENDON

www.atlantavarsityshowdown.com

Beantown is designed to be an all-inclusive vacation - a complete dance immersion. It's truly amazing what a week can do for your dancing and your spirit! There are multiple options, from weekend to the whole shebang, all of which offer you the unique experience that Beantown has to offer.

This is Beantown's 14th year and we're already feeling the positive energy. Here are some changes/additions for 2010:
* New additions to the always amazing staff.
* New additions to our live music line-up.
* An expansion on the mini-track concept with optional classes grouped into focused topics.
* The Show - our most exciting addition! On Sunday evening our incredibly talented instructors will be performing in the beautiful new Rose Performance Hall. This will be included with ALL registration packages.

And, until March 29th, there is a special early bird discount for the week long (Whole Shebang) package, be sure to check it out!

Visit our new website - http://www.beantowncamp.com - to discover what Beantown has to offer. More information to come!

STOMPOLOGY Authentic Solo Jazz Dance Weekend returns to Rochester, NY June 4-6, 2010!

This year, Stompology features returning instructors:
SHARON DAVIS
and
MIKE FALTESEK

and welcomes:
BETHANY POWELL
and
JUAN VILLAFANE

They can't wait to challenge your solo dancing at the best Stompology yet!

Dance to the sounds of:
-Rochester's own ROD BLUMENAU
-New York City's BABY SODA
-Great DJs!

*** EARLYBIRD REGISTRATION OPEN NOW! ***

Register online before April 1 to receive our earlybird "All-In" registration price of only $100 USD!

http://www.stompology.com

Happy New Year!! Now is the time to start making your travel plans for the year…airfare is really inexpensive right now. Check out http://www.sidestep.com for lots of great airfare deals.

Camp Jitterbug is back on Memorial Day weekend this year and we have incredible plans for yet another unforgettable event. Registration is officially open so register early to save your spot. As always, we feature the top instructors, performers and musicians with spacious, beautiful venues in the heart of Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood.

This year we are especially excited to feature the Jump Session Show in Seattle’s top performance space, the beautiful Benaroya Hall in downtown Seattle. This will be an event not to be missed. Campers can purchase tickets during registration for themselves (at a discount) and their friends. General public can
purchase tickets directly through Benaroya Hall at http://www.benaroyahall.org.

We have some fabulous instructors and bands booked, although not everyone is finalized quite yet, so keep checking back to see our latest additions.

Save the date and register early…we sell out EVERY year!
Camp Jitterbug & the Jump Session Show
May 28-31st 2010
Memorial Day weekend
Seattle, WA
http://www.campjitterbug.com
http://www.jumpsession.com

Saturday May 8th, the Downtown Stomp will be hosting the 1st aniverssary of Kristen, Grant, and Julie's 29th B-day. Otherwise known as as the big 30.

It's going to be a blast. Games, Food, Prizes, and of course nonstop dancing.

Set your calenders and we'll see you on the 8th

Featuring:
- beautiful ballrooms
- marvelous music including the return of Barbara Morrison!
- friendly folks to provide housing
- the Ann Arbor art fair

Registration is open at:

http://www.kissmeinannarbor.com/

See you there!

Saturday The 24th, the Downtown Stomp will be having a free Raffle.

Great prizes all night long, including an iPod.

Print the above image and participate in the evenings activities for extra chances to win!

Hope to see you there.

Saturday The 24th, the Downtown Stomp will be having a free Raffle.

Great prizes all night long, including an iPod.

Print the above image and participate in the evenings activities for extra chances to win!

Hope to see you there.

We're proud to be bringing in Max and Annie, Todd and Nina, Mike and Laura, and pairing Mike Faltesek with Caitlin! It's a fabulous combination of instructors paired with the new MWLF Show and fabulous live music you expect! Reserve your spot today while it is still only $109. That price ends February 28th. (This short month is almost over, but a great deal is still possible!)

Register today!

http://www.midwestlindyfest.com

Location: 346 S. 500 E. at the DF Latin Dance Studio
Beginner Lessons: 8-9pm (East Coast and Lindy Hop)
Dance: 9-12pm
Day: Every Friday with a Special Saturday Party every 4 weeks
Cost: $5 or $3 for Swing Utah Members

This venue has amazing floors, cool lighting, and a fun atmosphere. Bring your friends and stay tuned for discount coupons online.

Friday April 9 we are having a HUGE PARTY to celebrate our move and the first night in our new place. We will have great music by Shane Shurtlif and Sage, dancing, food, and an open Jack and Jill contest. The J&J is free and there will be prizes for the winners. So there is no excuse not to enter. The Stomp will be hopping, and all the dancers will be out(Last week we had close to 100 people). You don't want to miss this! Can't wait to see you all there!

Our new address is The New DF Latin Dance Studio 2978 South State Street in Salt Lake City
Lessons from 8-9pm Dancing from 9-12pm

Registering this far in advanced...

1. Means you pay a lot less than four months from now.

2. Assures you a famed Advanced Finland Chicken Dance follower's spot.

3. Makes you more attractive to members of the opposite/same sex.

4. Get's you a free ticket to see Jonathon Stout and the Boilermakers that weekend, the two greatest modern swing bands in the modern history of the world ever.

5. Will pressure you to actually get around to practicing.

6. Will make others believe you are really together and with-it this year, unlike this time last year, when the "camel incident" happened.

7. Will give you a new subject to talk about when your friends bring up "the camel incident."

ILHC. Register now!
http://www.ilhc.com

Lindyfest is just around the corner...March 11-14th 2010 and registration is now officially open! Lindyfest is an intensive and fun lindy hop weekend workshop jammed packed with classes for all dance levels, soul sessions with living legends, hot performances and four endless nights of dancing. Lindyfest brings in hundreds of dancers from all across the globe to learn lindy hop from the masters and experience the excitement of Lindy Hop, all here in Houston, TX.

As always, HSDS is proud to present our 2010 Lindyfest Instructors:
Dawn Hampton, Chazz Young, Sylvia Sykes, Nick Williams, Virginie Jensen, Steven Mitchell, Skye Humphries, Frida Segerdahl, Max Pitruzzella, Annie Trudeau, Peter Strom, Ramona Staffeld, Naomi Uyama, Todd Yanacone, Nina Gilkenson, Andy Reid, Kevin St Laurent and Jo Hoffberg!

Workshop Pricing:

$139 until January 15th, 2010
$159 January 16th-March 5th, 2009
$170 at the door March 11th-14th, 2009
$120 International rate / Junior rate-18 and under (ID required)

We are bringing 5 great instructors, for 3 levels of instruction totaling over 11 hours of classes. Live music on Saturday,

http://www.pirateswing.com

Join our facebook group to be updated when more details are announced!

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=246907965466

Jesse & Zach

This is the best swing dance event of the year. Go to ulx.swingutah.com to see the schedule of events.
If you would like to go for a discount you can volunteer. Here is the website to sign up.

Volunteers: Please go to our online schedule and fill in the times that would be best for you to help.
For every hour you help you get $5.00 off (or reimbursed) from your registration.

https://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AomhHvrTgWmrdDRCNGk0Yk5tZ3FTUlBFaG05dGRobHc&hl=en

We appreciate your help.