Ok, so yes, I’m one of those people who put their Christmas Tree up Mid November!! Oops.. I can’t help it.. it feels more like an extended Christmas holiday in this time of “life flying by period of our lives”!! 🙂
* Christmas Get togethers x 3
* Thank you Sydney Swing Katz
* Last Classes for 2024 and first Classes for 2025
* Adelaide Lindy Exchange
* Swing On In Dance Troupe
The holiday season is in full swing, and we have three fabulous events lined up to bring us all together for some festive fun and dancing! Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable December filled with music, dancing, and good company.
**Date**: **Sunday, 15th December**
**Time**: 12 Noon onwards
**Location**: Cowboys Bar & Grill, Surfers Paradise : https://www.instagram.com/cowboys_surfersparadise?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
This fantastic venue boasts plenty of space for mingling, relaxing, and of course, testing out your swing dancing skills to some lively country tunes. Bring your energy and dance shoes, and let’s make it a night to remember!
**Date**: **Thursday, 19th December**
**Time**: 6:45 pm onwards
**Location**: Mullumbimby Services Club
Join us for the last Swing Dance Class of 2024! This evening is going to be extra special as we’re turning it into a **free social dance night** with a festive Christmas theme. Grab your Santa hats, tinsel, and festive outfits and hit the dance floor. It’s a perfect opportunity to celebrate the season with the amazing Swing On In community. Everyone is welcome, so bring a friend or two and let’s dance the night away!
**Date**: **Friday, 20th December**
**Time**: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
**Location**: YOT Deck, Main Beach
Wrap up the week with a spectacular live performance by the **Well Swung Daddies** at the YOT Deck. Join us for after-work Christmas drinks and swing dancing by the water as this incredible band plays from 5 pm to 8 pm. This will be our final big get-together of 2024, so come along and end the year on a high note. Stay tuned for more announcements as we head into 2025!
It’s hard to believe that just a week ago, we hosted the amazing **Sydney Swing Katz**. What a weekend! The energy, talent, and enthusiasm were unmatched, and we had dancers traveling from places as far as **Cairns, Brisbane, and even Paris**. It was a true celebration of swing dance culture, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Here’s to many more weekends like this in the future!
Thank you to everyone who came and made it such a success. We hope you enjoy these snapshots from the event and share in the excitement that filled the dance floor. Keep your eyes peeled for more news on future collaborations!
MERMAID BEACH CLASS – Last Class is Wednesday 18th December 2024 – First Class back in 2025 will be : WEDNESDAY 15 JANUARY 2025
MULLUMBIMBY: Last Class (Christmas Social Dance) – Thursday 19th December 2024 – First Class Back in 2025 will be: THURSDAY 16 JANUARY 2025
Stay tuned for Summer Workshops and also welcome to 2025 Social dance
**Dates**: **24th to 27th January 2025**
A quick heads-up – Ray and I, along with several other members of Swing On In, will be attending the **Adelaide Lindy Exchange** in January. This four-day event is a social dancing extravaganza, drawing dancers from across Australia and beyond. It’s a chance to meet new friends, listen to great music, and dance at fantastic venues. If you’ve never been to an exchange before, this could be the perfect opportunity. Interested in joining? Reach out for more details!
We’re looking for new members for the **Swing On In dance troupe** as we head into 2025. This is an amazing opportunity to learn routines, both solo and partnered, and to perform at events along the coast. Even if performing isn’t your goal, the extra training will enrich your dancing experience. **Leads**, we especially need you! Commitment is key, so if you’re interested, please send us a message.
Looking forward to dancing with you all soon x
Lots of Love & Joy,
Chrissy & Ray xx
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