Lindy Hop and Swing Dancing in Toronto

11063a92-5491-47b9-b35b-85c845d62f9c.jpgAre you interested in learning how to Swing Dance? Want to know everything that is happening in the swing dance scene in Toronto? Then this is the site for you. We have the latest information for all the local teachers and dance studios, social dances and workshops in and around Toronto.

Swing is a joyful, free spirited and infectious dance. Fall in love with Lindy Hop, the original dance of the swing era. No experience or partner is required to get started and the local dance scene is extremely welcoming of newcomers!  To find out more about Lindy Hop, check out our What is Lindy Hop page.

Toronto Lindy Hop is a registered Non-Profit Organization dedicated to the progression and preservation of Lindy Hop and swing dancing in Toronto.

Announcements

No new announcements this week except to tell you to go out and dance!

  • Latest

    News: Swing and Blues Sundays is back!

    News: Swing and Blues Sundays is back!

    Some good news for those of you that like to get a nice mix of swing and blues dancing every week – Swing and Blues Sundays at The Imperial Pub is back to its regular schedule as of this Sunday, Sept 5th!  From now on the free, DJ dance will start at 9 pm and
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    A 1930's Nightclub Map of Harlem

    A 1930’s Nightclub Map of Harlem

    I just found this interesting article on Boing Boing about a wonderful map of night clubs in Harlem, NY circa 1932.  It was drawn by cartoonist Elmer Simms Campbell and it highlights not only the nightclubs of the time but the key musicians.  Of particular interest to us dancers of course are the lively illustrations
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    Dance Out of Town - "The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown" - New Orleans, LA, Sept. 30 to Oct. 4, 2010

    Dance Out of Town – “The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown” – New Orleans, LA, Sept. 30 to Oct. 4, 2010

    If you’re looking to travel to a fun lindy hop event this year then look no further than The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown!  Now in its 9th year – and its second year in New Orleans – ULHS is generally regarded as one of the best lindy hop events in the world!  Last year a
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    The Toronto Lindy Exchange is back!!

    The Toronto Lindy Exchange is back!!

    [ October 8, 2010 to October 11, 2010. ] The Toronto Lindy Hop Exchange is back and better than ever!  This year the “TOE Jam” will run from October 8 to 11, 2010 and will mark the 10 year anniversary of the first ever lindy hop exchange in Toronto.

    What is a lindy hop exchange you ask?  Well, it’s a full weekend jam packed with
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    Lindy Hop Mini Workshop w/ Randy and Kathleen this Saturday

    Lindy Hop Mini Workshop w/ Randy and Kathleen this Saturday

    [ June 12, 2010; 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Join Randy Panté (www.hamfats.ca) and Kathleen Molto for a mini-workshop crash course on lindy hop.
    Workshop Info
    We teach dance classes the way we wish we were taught when we first started out dancing. We believe in teaching what reflects the unique nature of lindy hop:

    - Innovation not conservation.
    - An emphasis on personal expression
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