1st 1/2 of the lesson was strictly reviewing the Slow Nite Club - see lesson recaps 1 + 2 (R side of the page)
2nd 1/2 of the lesson >> beginning to learn the Swing. Man danced a triple step to his L (1&2), a triple to his R (3 & 4), and then a rock step (very small step backward onto his L, and just step forward onto his R foot. Lady the exact opposite, starting to her R - BUT! She also does a 'back' rock - in other words, when he steps back on his rock step she does not follow him with a forward step. Instead, she also steps back & then forward (back on her R foot (small) & forward onto her L foot. *All steps should be compact. This dance has lots of movement (ie: hips & knees), but does not cover a lot of space.
Then (we started) to learn another pattern with an underarm turn for the girl. After the rock step of the 1st pattern, the man raises his L hand to about shoulder level (no higher) & flattens his hand to hers - as they both dance the 1st triple step facing each other. Then, on the '2', he raises that hand up & above her head, and she spins around to face him. Then they both dance the exact same steps as in the 1st pattern, except that she turns between steps 2 and 3 (1&2, spin, then 3&4 (facing him again). He does the same steps as well, except for the L hand patty-caking hers on the 1&2, and then up & over her head.
On the last week of dance lessons We have a "wrap up party". Dance classes are not open to the public – members or guests only.
All students bring a food item – ie: appetizers, quartered sandwiches, veggies, or whatever. All foods are placed on tables at the front, and everyone helps themselves buffet style at intermission.
Students can bring their own water, pop, or juice.
