Jitterbug Swing Dance Lessons
Join the Jitterbug Swing Class (aka Single Step Swing) for a fun introduction into this energetic style of Swing. Become confident dancing to fast tempo music like “In The Mood”. Gain a solid foundation in single-step 6-count Swing, by learning practical basics of partnering and footwork along with smooth moves. Music includes: Rock & Roll, Big Band and NEW Swing music.
History
Originating in the U.S., Jitterbug became popular in the 1930s and ’40s. U.S. armed forces during World War II helped spread jitterbug’s popularity all over the world.
Schedule
for Jitterbug Dance Classes
Syllabus
Jitterbug Dance Class
*You can start with either (1a) or (1b) and a partner is not required.
Syllabus (1a)
Basic (Closed Position)
Follow’s Right Underarm Turn (Outside)
Follow’s Left Underarm Turn (Inside)
Lead’s Left Pass
Overhead Slide
Basic (Open Position)
Follow’s Wrap Up to Cuddle
Sweetheart (Left & Right)
Follow’s Tuck Turn Out (Right Turn)
Lead’s Walk Through Catch w/Right Hand
540 or She/He w/Right to Right
Reverse Spin or Follow’s Free Spin
Catch w/Lead’s Left Hand
Printable Version
Syllabus (1b)
Basic (Closed Position)
Follow’s Tuck Turn Out (Right)
Follow’s Left Underarm Turn (Inside)
Lead’s Left Underarm Turn
Basic (Open Position)
Lead’s Comb
Follow’s Comb
Follow’s Wrap Up into Wheel Clockwise
Continuous Wheel
Follow’s Outside Right Turn
Lead’s Walk Through Catch w/Right Hand
Finesse (1 or 2)
Follow’s Left Turn w/Lead’s Hand Change
Behind The Back
She/He with Left Hand (1 or 2)
Reverse Spin w/Left Hand
Music Selections
for the jitterbug
BPM
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Song Title
Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Why Do Fools Fall In Love
Rock Around The Clock
Swing The Mood
Jump Jive An’ Wail
Mr. Pinstripe Suit
Pennsylvanie 6-5000
Bad, Bad Leroy Brown
Trickle Trickle
Rock & Roll Party Mix
Artist
Dwight Yoakum
Frankie Lymon
Bill Haley & The Comets
Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers
The Brian Setzer Orchestra
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Jim Croce
Manhattan Transfer
Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers