Happy Sunday, Swing Kids! Wow, what a crazy fun couple of weeks, and so much more to come! Here’s the
Heeellllooooo! Who’s ready to get back on the dance floor with us this week? Ray has been exercising like a
Happy New Year, Swing Dance Family! Ray and I have had a fabulous time off spending it with family and
Swing dancing is a lively and energetic style of social dance that emerged in the United States in the early
Through improvisation, jazz teaches you about yourself. And through swing, it teaches you that other people are individuals too. It
Ok, so yes, I’m one of those people who put their Christmas Tree up Mid November!! Oops.. I can’t help
ONE WEEK TO GO: So excited for our SWING On In Summer Swing dance Workshops with The Sydney Swing Katz
The journey in between what you once were, and who you are now becoming is where the dance of life
The journey in between what you once were, and who you are now becoming is where the dance of life
4 Amazing Workshops over 2 days with 4 of the infamous SYDNEY SWING KATZ dancers. Who are the SWING KATZ: https://sydneyswingkatz.com.au/about/
SPECIAL BULLETIN: Howdy Swing family, I am SOOOOO bloody excited to announce this.. These guys are world renowned and only
“Life is a lot like jazz… it’s best when you improvise.” – George Gershwin In this newsletter: – Gold
Announcing our first act for A Very Fabulous Affair – A Supper Dance for Charity! TICKETS HERE Introducing this amazing
Hey Swing On In dancers, Here a quick Sunday afternoon newsletter.. GOLD COAST CLASS IS DEFINITELY ON THIS WEDNESDAY
Hey Swing On In dancers, Here a quick Sunday afternoon newsletter.. GOLD COAST CLASS IS DEFINITELY ON THIS WEDNESDAY
WORLD SHIM SHAM DAY! COME AND CREATE A MEMORY WITH US This year marks 110 years since the birth and
Ray and I learnt this dance from the World Lindy Hop Hall of Famers “”Sylvia Sykes and Jonathon Bixby (Jonathon
Who wants to Shag with us? St Louis Shag that is! Ray and I are teaching this iconic
Hey Swing Kids, its a quick one tonight because I’m so excited tot be watching a new whacky mini series
In this Newsletter: No Classes on Anzac Day for MULLUM GC Vintage Vinyl Soiree (Tony is a Bus Driver!!)
We dance for laughter, we dance for tears, we dance for madness, we dance for fears, we dance for hopes,
Hello there and happy days to our fabulous Swing On In dance community! We have some exciting events lined up
🎉 Happy Tuesday Swing Kids! 🎉 Try again, I forgot to include some important dates 🙂 In this brief newsletter,
🎶 **Swing On In Newsletter: February Edition** 🎶 Hey Swing kids! We hope you’re grooving your way through the week
A great interview today with ABC Gold Coast’s Bern Young talking about Swing On In, Cooly Rocks On and our
Howdy Swing On In Kids, Welcome back to old friends and welcome to all our new swing dancers! We hope
Hows was your Summer? How was this past long weekend? Oh My Lordy, it was HOT HOT HOT.. It did
As our summer workshops come to an end, I can’t help but reflect on the incredible energy and passion that
Ever dreamt of mastering Lindy Hop?
**Lindy Exchanges:** Curious about Lindy exchanges? Check below for information on what they’re all about and upcoming exchanges in Australia
Happy New Year Swing On In Family, Friends and Dance Community! Here we are, embracing the twilight of 2023 and
Welcome to the Swing On In Summer Dance Workshops. Open to all levels. Sunday 14 January 2024 10 – 12.00
Howdy Swing On In Fambam, Friends and Community, PC: Vincent Swift We had a blast performing and social dancing last
Ho Ho Ho.. No its not too early! Hello Hello Swing Family, As we approach the festive season, the
Hello, Swing Dance Enthusiasts, Lindy Hop Lovers, and Dance Community! We\’re delighted to have so many new faces joining our
Hey there Swing kids! We hope you had a fantastic weekend and are ready for some exciting news and
In this Newsletter: 🌟 In a world filled with uncertainty, division, and sadness, many are hurting more than
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When you stumble make it part of the dance Hey Swing On In Fambam! We’re back with some exciting news
Hello Swing On In family, We hope this newsletter finds you in high spirits and ready to dance! This week’s
Hello Swing Dancers, We hope you’re all grooving to the rhythm of life and having a fantastic time on the
In this Newsletter: News Class times start this week Gold Coast Social Dance – Sunday 9 July Workshops This History
Howdy Swing Kids Well one thing you can say about getting sick after Cooly Rocks On Festival.. you have downtime
Hey Hey Swing Kids, David & Charlotte above from Swing On In tearing up the floor at the Moonlight Swing
Hello beautiful people, What a week! My floor looks like the dressing rooms of a major retail store on boxing
Hello Swing On In Family, It’s been a beaut couple of weeks and classes have been hilariously good fun! Thank
In this newsletter: Mullum Swing Dance Social Blues on Broadbeach Cooly Rocks On – Moonlight Swing Dance A Very Fabulous
Hello Friends!! We have been on a wonderful dance rolla coaster, starting with a magical day at Ians place for
“Dance, when you’re broken open. Dance, if you’ve torn the bandage off. Dance in the middle of the fighting. Dance
“Dance, when you’re broken open. Dance, if you’ve torn the bandage off. Dance in the middle of the fighting. Dance
Hey Hey Swingstars! Yep, we were supposed to be In Napier Art Deco Festival this week but sadly due to
Every day brings a chance for you to draw in a breath, kick off your shoes, and dance ~ Oprah
Howdy friends… It’s nearly February, can you believe it!. Ray and I have had a real blast doing very little
Did you know that there are multiple ways of enjoying and doing a Swing Out? And how about those Sugar
Well, hello there, are we fat and happy full of puddin and good cheer?.. Ray and I definitely are! We
Howdy Swing Kids, Welcome to Summer! I LOVE December.. It’s my birthday month, it’s Christmas, it’s the start of summer
Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we’re here we should dance! Happy Sunday Swing
Hey Swing Kids, **ABOUT September: I’d recommend you treat this weekend in September 16, 17 & 18th like a 3
Hey Swing Kids, I’m in the middle of BLEACH* Festival delivery and the next 2 weeks will be busy… its
Well! that was fun.. Are you all as shattered as Ray and I.. So much dancing, enjoying live music and
Hey Swing Kids, I’m just going to get right in to it as I only have today to pack for
In this brief Newsletter: Mothers Day Filming at Kingscliff – Need Dancers Workshops In the Studio Coming Up Swing On
Hello and welcome to the latest instalment of Swing On In News. In this brief newsletter you will find: Summer
Idea: Lightbulb moment of a creative idea the we start asking ourselves questions like: Is there an appetite for this
“A closer look will reveal a different form of rebellion: one that chooses optimism for building community and a sense
Do a loony-goony dance ‘Cross the kitchen floor, Put something silly in the world That ain’t been there before.” ―
URGENT NEWS FLASH Changes to our Swing On In – Gold Coast Classes effectively immediately. Due to Covid
7pm Beginners, then Transition, and Intermediate /Advanced to follow with social dancing in between. $20pp Tuesday Nights – Mermaid Beach
Classes start back for Gold Coast on Tuesday 1st of February and then Mullumbimby on Thursday 3rd February. Hoping to
Merry Knew Year Swing Kids, Welcome to 2022 or is it still 2020 or 2021, I can’t work it out,
Gosh I love a good Saying and The Duke had so many of them.. whats your favourite saying? In this
Who is enthusiastically and positively racing towards Christmas and the hope of a splendid summer break! ME!!! Not one to
The Cab Calloway Hepster Dictionary by THE ART OF MANLINESS Each generation has their own slang and lingo, a language
Jazz washes away the dust of everyday life.” ~Art Blakey I see this picture of Frankie Manning and I can
Live Like Someone Left the Gate Open… Heard this saying yesterday and it resonated with me.. I have always tended
In this Bulletin: * Mullum Classes Starting this week * Workshops coming up 6.30 NSW TIME (5.30pm QLD Time) to
Hey Kids, how’s your Weekend? I’m off to see the Aretha Franklin Biopic with the girls today, dress ups, lunch
Well, life sure moves fast! here’s the latest for this week. SWING On In GOLD COAST:….. You have ALWAYS wanted
Swinging Regards Kids and Happy Hump Day to you… As promised, here is the lowdown on whats coming up.. In
In this Newsletter: * Classes * Monthly Socials – Ours and Others * Greazefest * Bleach Festival * Blitz Party
Hello Hepcats and Happy Monday! In this Newsletter: * Classes* Monthly Socials – Ours and Others* Cooly Rocks On Festival
In this newsletter: 1. The Harvest Moon Swing Ball – Next Lot of Tickets?2. Regular Swing Dance Classes3. Swing On
IMPORTANT BULLETIN: Here’d a little short email to advise you of a couple of things so you don’t miss
Well hello there and thanks for supporting our growing Swing Dance Community here on the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers.
LOVE TO DANCE? NEED TO GET FIT?If you love to dance, love great music, and want to get fit! No
Howdy, I thought I’d get one last newsletter in for 2020 before we kiss that year goodbye and welcome in
Hey Groovers, hows your December been so far? Ours is getting super busy and as I love Christmas time so
Hey there swing dance family, just a quick email to share the news as the Christmas rush starts to kick
Hey Kids BORDERS OPENING GOLD COAST CLASSES & ROTATION SOCIAL DANCING VINTAGE BIKE RIDE PRIVATE LESSONS DANCE TROUPE PRACTICE Borders:
IN THIS NEWSLETTER: 1. ZOOM CLASSES AND DETAILS FOR TONIGHT 2. SWING DANCE COMMUNITY GET TOGETHER SUNDAY 19TH 3. GOLD
Private Dance Lessons – Gold Coast Studio with Chrissy & Ray from Swing On In. Every wanted to dance or
We want to acknowledge our deep pain and show our support to stand in solidarity for the Black Lives Matter
In this Newsletter: This Weeks Virtual Classes Private Lessons with Chrissy & Ray Stages 2 & 3 Hello Swing
In this Newsletter: This Weeks Virtual Classes Private Lessons with Chrissy & Ray World Lindy Hop Day – World Shim,
In this Newsletter: This Weeks Virtual Classes Private Lessons with Chrissy & Ray World Lindy Hop Day – World Shim,
5 modern songs you can swing dance to When you start learning swing dancing you start to realise just how slow some
Hello SwingSTARS! Yes I said STARS, as to us (That be Ray and I), we think you are all STARS!
Hello SwingSTARS! Yes I said STARS, as to us (That be Ray and I), we think you are all STARS! Why? coz you turn up, you give it all and you do it with smiles, laughter and a commitment that we can only admire.. Your sense of community and welcoming vibe is so fabulous and we thank you for being our Swing On In STARS!
Hey Kids, here’s a quick one for you.. All the events and socials here for the month.. Whats in the
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