by Jay | Mar 29, 2015 | Anti-Comp, Competition, Out of Town Events + Workshops, Toronto Events + Workshops, Toronto Lindy Hop Blog
Blog Post by Caitlin Wellman For ages Lindy Hoppers have been asking themselves “should I compete?”. It’s a simple question, but like many things, may not have an easy answer. In my opinion, the answer is “yes”. Simple to say but not easy to action. One of the best...
by Jay | Sep 5, 2014 | Blog Post, Competition
Putting Toronto on the map: A How-to guide for self-coached teams By Shanon Refvik-That Swing Since late 2013, I have had the pleasure to work with a group of fabulous dancers in the troupe That Swing! Many of us felt that working towards a big goal would help...
by Liz | Apr 30, 2014 | Competition, Social Dance, TLH Theme Night
This Saturday Toronto Lindy Hop is hosting with Saturday Night Swing a “Jill & Jack” Theme Night-Dance the Opposite Roles View FB Invite Details: Beginner classes before the Party 7pm to 9pm, Charleston 7pm, Lindy Hop 8pm. Teachers: Phil &...
by Liz | Feb 3, 2014 | Competition
Hi Everyone! Two weeks ago Toronto Lindy Hop hosted our first ever “World of Floorcraft” Competition at our monthly theme night. This was our first go at the competition so we were still working out all the kinks, rules, music etc. but overall it...
by Jay | Jan 27, 2014 | Competition
(Note: before you read this, I highly encourage you to read Caitlin’s post on To Compete or Not to Compete if you are still uncertain about your feelings toward competition. If you’re willing to compete or want to experience a competition event for...
by Jay | Dec 22, 2013 | Anti-Comp, Cabaret, Competition, Dance Ambassadors, Lindystock, Lindyworks!, Social Dance, Swing Toronto, TLH Theme Night, Toronto Events + Workshops, Toronto Lindy Hop Blog, Workshops
2013 was a watershed year for the Toronto swing dance scene. We have been growing steadily for a few years now, but in 2013 the size of the scene and the scope of what it offers its dancers has expanded beyond many of our wildest dreams. Before I even talk about...