Swing Dancing To a Plant-Based Beat

The Carolina Shag is a fast-paced, upbeat dance that originated in the Carolinas in the 1940s. It is danced to beach music, which is a mix of country, rhythm and blues, and rock and roll. The Shag is known for its quick footwork and flashy moves. While the Shag is a unique dance in its own right, it is also rooted in the tradition of swing dancing. Swing dancing is a broad term that encompasses many different styles of dance, including the Shag, Lindy Hop, Charleston, and Balboa. Swing dances are all characterized by their syncopated rhythms and playful movements. If you are a fan of swing dancing, or if you are looking for a new and exciting dance to learn, then the Carolina Shag is a great option. The Shag is a fun and challenging dance that can be enjoyed by dancers of all skill levels. Here are some of the benefits of learning the Carolina Shag: It's a great way to get exercise. It's a fun and social dance. It's relatively easy to learn. It's a versatile dance that

Swing dancing is a fun and energetic dance style that is enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. It is a great way to get exercise, meet new people, and have a good time. Recently, I developed a class that introduces swing by utilizing a progression of swing dances. We started with single-step swing, the simplest form of swing dancing. Once the participants had mastered the basics of single-step swing, we moved on to double-step swing (basis of the Bop) and then triple-step swing (basis of east coast swing and Carolina Shag). I was amazed at how quickly the participants learned the different swing dances. Within 30 minutes, most of the participants were practicing the dance confidently. Here is a brief overview of the progression of swing dances that we used in our class: Single-step swing: This is the simplest form of swing dancing. It consists of one step in each direction, followed by a rock step. Double-step swing: This is a variation of single-step swing where you take two

We've been thinking about this for awhile and after some nudging from our daughter-in-law, Amber, I am working towards allowing the idea to come to fruition. So here it is! Underhill's Swing and Shag Dance Collective is a community service project run by Roger and Denise Underhill, two experienced and passionate swing and Carolina shag dance instructors. We offer a variety of classes for all levels, from beginner to advanced, and we are committed to providing our students with a fun and supportive learning environment. Whether you are new to swing and shag dancing or you are looking to improve your skills, we have a class for you. Our classes are designed to be fun and challenging, and we teach our students all of the essential skills they need to dance with confidence. We also offer private lessons for students who want more personalized instruction. In addition to our classes, we are looking to host regular social dance events where our students can come together to practice

Denise and I teach a mix of beginner and intermediate Swing & Carolina Shag dance classes in 4 to 5 six-week sessions per year. They are currently being hosted by the Colonial Heights Moose Lodge and are available for free with a $45/year Moose Membership. The most recent event flyer is below, feel free to share: