Frequently Asked Questions

Is your content lead or follower focused?

Our approach to the lindy hop technique is focused on helping students understand the fundamental roles of leading and following in order to master the most object part of swing dancing. Everything else we focus on is helping students process that approach with cool swing dance moves and variations.

How do you practice swing dancing alone?

This can be a challenge if you don’t have a regular practice parter or time for social dancing. You can work on your lindy hop footwork patters along  with rhythm tools and how you want to look if you were leading or following a partner.(shapes)

What to wear to swing dancing lessons?

Swing dancing can be really fun if you are comfortable. It’s best to wear proper shoes (sticky or slick soles) and clothing. For casual dancing, like lessons and practice, stick to light, loose fitting clothes. For a more formal events, wear things like dresses and suits.

Is Online Lindy Hop hard to learn?

It can be. There are 3 things you will have to consider: the online swing dance school approach, budget, practice time. The most important is the kind of swing dance approach you learn from a teacher. Whatever style you learn, ask the teacher “if what you are doing at that moment is fundamental or subjective?” Knowing this will help you accelerate your learning curve.

Are online lindy hop lessons really worth it?

“It depends on your goal and the teaching format of the school. Be aware that online swing instructors will focus on teaching content made for choreographed performances and/or social dancing. Make sure you understand which one you are wanting to learn.  Our online swing dance school provides a streamlined approach to help you master lindy hop social dancing without always needing a teacher. The rest of our catalog is focused on new and unseen swing dance content to unlock your creative potential.”

How can I practice swing dancing online without a partner?

“Fundamentally it’s difficult to make dramatic improvements in partner swing dancing without social dancing with a partner. We do provide a clear system to understand your role as a leader and follower, but in order to fully mature in the dance, you will need to process those ideas with a parter. We also provide ample amounts of solo jazz content in order to help you develop rhythm and style.”

Can we get private help if needed?

“Yes.” “We provide a way to received feedback on your social dancing footage. All you will have to do is send your footage to our private dance practice channel, and I will give you personal help.”

Can me and my dance partner share the same membership? 

“Yes.” “We don’t mind you splitting the monthly cost with your partner.”

Are payments for the online lindy hop lessons annual or monthly?

“We provide both options, and don’t mind you trying us out instead of committing to an annual fee upfront. We believe in the value of our content and offer a full refund within 30 days if you think it “sucks.”

What are the dance level requirements for signing up?

“Our swing dance classes are designed for beginners all the way to master level students. The Street Smart Swing approach was created to help you become a master dancer in seed form in order to speed up your learning curve. “

What types of online swing dance lessons do you teach?

“We specialize in Lindy Hop, Charleston, and Solo Jazz.” “Styles like Shag, West Coast Swing and Balboa are not offered.”

Lindy hopper is not a very difficult dance but it can be challenging for many followers. There’s not that many resources out here to empower windy out followers with adequate technique. Our online Swing Dance school is balanced for both leaders and Swing Dance followers and we hope you appreciate our efforts.