Classes Tonight Are Tentatively Still On (Feb 8th)

Feb. 8, 2016, 9:42 a.m.

Hi everybody! We wanted to inform you that classes are still scheduled tonight, however we are monitoring the weather and keeping in contact with the venue we rent from periodically today. An update email will be sent at 5 PM confirming if classes are still schedule to run or if we have to cancel due to weather. Feel free to check our FB Page (https://www.facebook.com/lindyhopboston/) for updates as well. Thank you for your patience, hopefully we can still see you in class!

We've Launched a New Website!

Jan. 26, 2016, 7:31 p.m.

As part of the merger of Boston Lindy Hop and New School Swing, we've designed a brand new website with a brand new look!  We've really focused on making our site a much better experience for new and old students alike, and we think that you'll like it, too.  Check out some of the following new features!

  • A fully-redesigned and mobile-friendly interface, so you can see what's happening and register for classes on the go.
  • New Dancer Guide that answers many of the questions that our newest students ask
  • Pages with detailed information on each of our regular nights of classes, plus details on Elm Street Jump, Swing 101, Lindy Dojo, and our other offerings.
  • Class & Event Calendar page with all our classes and events in one place, plus a calendar feed so that you can add our classes right to your own favorite calendar app!
  • A newly updated Dancing in Boston guide to learn about other great dancing opportunities around town.
  • A Spotify playlist of music suggestions so that you can practice on your own, or just enjoy some good music.

Check it out, and let us know of any feedback you have! We'd love to hear from you!

Reminder: No Class or Dance for MLK Day

Jan. 18, 2016, 10:53 a.m.

Hi everybody! Just as a reminder we are having no class or or dancing tonight at our Harvard location due to MLK Day.

Boston Lindy Hop - Updates to Pricing Structure

Dec. 15, 2015, 4:38 p.m.

Hello everyone! Moving into the new year, we'll be making some alterations to the pricing structure of our classes. We're aiming, as always, to provide high-quality instruction at reasonable prices! The new pricing structure can be found in our FAQ page here

One thing you'll notice is that the cost of pre-registering for two class series has decreased by $10. Another change we've made is to create two new pass types: a "Three Series" pass, and an "All In Pass" for folks who want to take as many BLH classes as they can fit into their schedule! Boston Lindy Hop will be teaching a larger number of classes and our new pricing structure now reflects that.

If you have any questions about recent changes, please consult the F.A.Q. below or reach out to us at info@bostonlindyhop.com

F.A.Q.

  1. What does the "All In Pass" include?
    The "All In Pass" includes all regular series and drop in classes offered by Boston Lindy Hop. There may be additional pricing adjustments for guest instructors and specialty classes that are not our usual fare, but that information will be posted on a case-by-case basis.
     
  2. Can I still retake the Lindy I classes for free?
    We previously had a policy where students taking Lindy 2 classes could retake Lindy 1 classes for free. However, this was very logistically challenging, and we have decided to retire that policy until it can be better implemented. However, we have lowered the price of registration for taking two series classes, and we still encourage students to repeat classes that they feel will be beneficial to them!
     
  3. Classes are difficult to afford, are there volunteer opportunities?
    We believe in making Lindy Hop accessible to everyone! Reach out to info@bostonlindyhop.com about volunteer opportunities if pricing is a barrier.

Exciting News! Boston Lindy Hop and New School Swing are joining forces!

Nov. 10, 2015, 10:13 p.m.

Dear students and friends,
 

It’s been a time of transition here in the Boston Lindy Hop scene. We’ve weathered the loss of the Whistle Stop and celebrated new endeavors, like Elm Street Jump. We’ve seen long-time dancers move on to new cities and welcomed new folks who've helped sustain the dance scene as the vibrant, dynamic place it continues to be today.

 

It is in the spirit of transition, then, that we announce that swing dance instruction in Boston is entering a new chapter.  Effective in December, New School Swing and Boston Lindy Hop will be joining forces. The new, combined organization, which will be called Boston Lindy Hop, will be led by a board consisting of Hannah Catzen, Edgar B Herwick III, Cari Meisel, Andrew Selzer, and Lee Tucker. 

 

The new Boston Lindy Hop will build on the existing strengths of both organizations, including NSS’s strong beginner curriculum and Boston Lindy Hop’s advanced course offerings (and socializing afterwards!). We’re excited to be working together as a unified force. Our aims moving forward are to continue to nurture and sustain Boston’s dance scene as a great place to learn and grow, and to keep building enthusiasm for Lindy Hop (and the music that propels it) both on and off the dance floor. 

 

For the immediate future, the course offerings will continue largely as they have: NSS’s regular level 1 and 2 classes remain in place, as do Boston Lindy Hop’s Fundamentals and Beyond Fundamentals classes. Monday night classes will continue to be held in Harvard Square, all other classes will continue to be held at the Jeanette Neill Dance Studio in downtown Boston. Registration will soon be up for our December classes on both studios’ websites, so keep your eyes peeled!

 

We’re excited for this new beginning and can’t imagine a better place to be – or a better bunch of dancers to have along for the ride. We hope you’ll join us.

 

If you have any thoughts, questions, or just want to say hi, let us know. We’ll be around.

Vive le Lindy Hop!
The BLH Board (and everyone at New School Swing!)