Jaime and Krister have been long time loved members of the Bees’ Knees family and we couldn’t be happier for them.
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Swingin’ At The Movies! Follow up message from Phil
A follow up message from Phil in response to the inspirational and informative clips he shared on Saturday, March 26th.
March 5th – Road Trip to St. Catharines! Big Anniversary Swing Dance + Mandi’s Birthday!
Saturday, March 5th, it’s worth the drive to Niagara for Mandi’s Birthday & the anniversary of Bees’ Knees Dance in St. Catharines – a special Swing Dance Party & Extravaganza with live music!
We love to Shag!… Shag Dance that is.
For those unfamiliar with Collegiate Shag, also know as “Shag” and “Flea Hop”, it is a type of Swing dance made popular in the 1930s. The dance is known for its hopping basic step and high energy footwork that separates it from other forms of swing and other dances that use the “shag” name, such as Carolina Shag or St. Louis Shag. – CollegiateShag.com
Phil’s notes for the Sausage Routine, as taught in Hamilton on January 18th.
Check out Phil’s follow up to the solo vintage jazz class he taught in Hamilton on Tuesday, January 18th!
Lindy Hop Pet Peeves!
This is your chance to share your dance pet peeves with the world. Hopefully, sharing these pet peeves here in writing will raise awareness of many dance issues that arise without having to point any fingers. As Lindy Hoppers, we really are such a friendly and social bunch but in a perfect world we wouldn’t have these secret irritations.
Intermediate Choreography Project!
Please join us for a special choreography project geared toward experienced social Lindy Hoppers.
2010 in review
Wow, 2010 is coming to a close! What a swingtastic year this has been for Bees’ Knees Dance. I thought it might be neat to do a little recap.
Phil interviewed on CIUT Radio!
A radio interview with Bees’ Knees instructor, Phil Bourassa.
My Lindy Hop Legacy – 11 Years of Bees’ Knees Dance!
My Lindy Hop Legacy – How I fell in love with Lindy Hop, learned my first swing dance steps, started teaching and founded my own dance school.