June Happenings at The Den

 
The Dancers' Den
Swinging out in Berkeley since 2011
June Schedule at The Dancers' Den
 
Reminder: closed on May 28th for a private event
Open every Tuesday in June
 
6 - 7pm : Intermediate Lesson
7 - 8pm : Beginner Lesson
8 - 10:45pm : Social Dance
 
Instructors: Jean Ma and Bromley Palamountain

Dancing on the Terrace June 4th

We're back out on the Terrace June 4th for another night of dancing under the stars. There's something very special about dancing outside under the arbor with the tiny white lights lining the ceiling!

Schedule:
6-7pm Intermediate Swing Lesson- No partner needed
7-8pm Beginner Swing Lesson- NO partner and NO previous experience needed
8-10:45pm Social Dancing
Check out the Facebook Event

June Classes at the Dancers's Den: 20% Discount!

Join us for 4 weeks of classes and dances in June. Starting today, May 23, you can sign up for the full month of June classes by 11:59pm on Tuesday June 28th for a 20% discount on our website. 
 
* June Intermediate Topic- D. All of the Above -  There isn't always just one right answer to everything, especially in Lindy Hop. In this class we will start with one idea and give you different choices as to how to exit or enter it. This will help you expand your repertoire while also helping you to truly understand the intricacies of leading and following each option. Drop-ins welcomed every week.
 
* June Beginner Lindy Hop Topic- 6-Count Lindy - No experience or partner necessary. Drop-ins welcomed every week. Each month we will be adding to your Lindy Hop vocabulary by teaching you 6-count, 8-count, Charleston and more while also showing you how to integrate them all so that you can dance the night away.
Get your 20% discount while it lasts!

Le Hot Sauce VIII- Scholarships Available

Are you relatively new to swing dancing (less than two years of experience)? Do you take classes on a regular basis? Have you been bitten by the Lindy bug? Do you go out social dancing every chance you get? Do your friends have to pull you off the dance floor at the end of the night? Are you jazzed about Jazz?
 
Would you LOVE to attend Le Hot Sauce, take tons of classes, social dance, and maybe even compete, but just can’t afford it? You’re in luck! Le Hot Sauce will be awarding a limited number of “up and coming” dancers a FREE Full Weekend scholarship to this year’s event. This is an amazing opportunity, and we’re so excited to share it with you!
 
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:
1.     Write a short (1-2 paragraphs) description about where you are in your dancing and some of your dancing goals.
2.     Write a short (2-3 paragraphs) explanation of what lindy hop means to you and how you plan on contributing to the dance community.
3.     Tell us why YOU should be going to Le Hot Sauce!
4.     Fill out dancing pledge.
5.     Email ALL FOUR to info@berkeleydancersden.com BY JUNE 7th. 
 
Dancing Pledge:
As a scholarship recipient to Le Hot Sauce 2013, I pledge to:
◊   enthusiastically take as many classes as I can,
◊   be mindful and approachable in classes for constructive feedback,
◊   have a hungry appetite for learning and improving,
◊   be open and outgoing during the social dances to learn and share what I’ve learned.
 
Signed (If emailing, type name):______________________________

Don't miss out on the fun and sign up today! See you at Le Hot Sauce 2013. 

Upcoming Events Around the Bay

Sacramento Music Festival Free Dance Contest

Swing Dancing and the Contest are back at the Sacramento Music Festival this Memorial Day Weekend. On Saturday, May 25th the Hyatt Ballroom will be dedicated to swing dancing and will include the return of the always-awesome "Swing Dance Contest". 

The contest is free to enter as long as you have a full pass or a Saturday ticket to the festival. You can sign up in advance by emailing Scott (Scott@MidtownStomp.com) or at 2:30 inside the Hyatt Ballroom. 

Two-time champions Jean and Bromley will be judging, don't miss out on a weekend of amazing music and a FREE contest with live music AND a big $$$ prize!

Get more information and your discounted pass here.

9:20 Special Open House

May 30th, 2013- FREE SWING DANCING & SWING DANCE LESSONS
The 9:20 Special opens its doors to welcome back old friends, thank friends who've supported us over the years, and reach out to make new friends with a big Open House Party featuring: 
Jean and Bromley teaching at Wednesday Night Hop in June

Jean and Bromley are excited to share their lindy love with the South Bay every Wednesday night in June. Class topics are:
  • Lindy 3 : Lindy Roots: Putting Jazz back into your Lindy - Jazz movements are such an integral part of the history of this dance, but doesn't have to be done only while solo dancing. Jean and Bromley will show you creative ways to incorporate jazz movements and footwork variations into your Lindy which will help make your dancing look and feel fuller.
  • Lindy 4 : J&B's Favorite Moves - Jean and Bromley are so excited to be joining the South Bay in June. So they have compiled their favorites moves to share it with all of you South Bay Lindy Hoppers! 
For more info check out the Wednesday Night Hop website.

Level 1 YWCA Classes start back up June 3rd

Jean and Bromley will be teaching another 6 week Level 1 Lindy Hop series at the Berkeley YWCA starting Monday, June 3rd from 6:30-7:30pm. If you need help solidifying your basics and the stuff you learn from The Dancers' Den classes, or if this is your first swing dance class ever, you should definitely check out this Monday night series. No partner necessary. Drop-ins welcomed every week.

For more info: J&B's website
Or sign up through the YWCA here.
 
Private Lessons with Jean and Bromley

As always, Jean and Bromley are available for private lessons, group lessons, and performances. Email them at jeanandbromley@gmail.com for more information.

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