Swing Dance Moves
Now days, there are ample amounts of video footage on Youtube highlighting many renditions of classic lindy hop moves.
When I first started, the search for new moves was a complicated ordeal for a person who didn’t know the names of the lindy hop moves. Plus the names of certain swing moves varied based upon each communities story behind the move.
Our lindy hop technique has demystified the learning process so even children can understand, apply and grow as dancers.
All of the original lindy hop moves I’ve created have been based on a dance philosophy focused more on principles rather and rules. Check out related content and swing resources below.
Estiloswing Interview with Jamin Jackson: The Essence of Lindy Hop pt 3
We spoke with Jamin Jackson about the role of the follower, the essence of Lindy Hop and his online school.
Lindy Hop Steps | Leon James Cross overs
This sequence is inspired by Leon James, one of the original Savoy Ballroom lindy hoppers.
Lindy Hop Steps | Tuck turn double cross
Try this simple lindy hop step. It’s based on a double rock step.
Lindy Hop Steps | Reverse Swing Out
This move is based on the Reverse Swing Out lindy hop move.
Swing Dance Moves | Slide Wrap | by Jamin Jackson
This swing dance move was created trying to avoid a potentially devastating collision on the social dance floor. I can recall the exact incident over 8 years ago when dancing in the earlier morning hours at Herrang Dance Camp.
