Our Mission

Underhill's Swing and Shag Dance Collective's mission is to rekindle the social connection and joy of partner dancing by providing accessible instruction, promoting public dance events, and empowering a network of passionate instructors and ambassadors to bring swing and shag back into the heart of our communities. We envision a future where partner dancing is a thriving and inclusive cultural experience, enriching communities through spontaneous public dance events, fostering intergenerational connection, and instilling a lifelong love of movement.

Friday, December 22, 2023

Feeling the Spark of Collaboration Ignite!

 


Last night's intermediate class was pure magic!
 As we guided our students through building dances in layers and linked patterns, we witnessed something truly special: the seed of collaboration blossoming within our dance community.

It wasn't just about mastering moves (though those footwork combos were on point!), it was about connecting, responding, and building together. Watching them weave improvisations into each other's sequences, supporting each other with encouraging smiles and playful energy, and creating spontaneous moments of shared joy filled our hearts with so much warmth.

This is exactly what we dreamed of when we introduced this teaching approach. We wanted to encourage communication through movement, to break down barriers between dancers, and to spark a sense of shared ownership in the creative process. And last night, we saw it happen right before our eyes! ✨

We're so grateful for every single student who embraced this journey with us. You inspire us to keep pushing the boundaries of dance, to build a community where connection thrives, and to celebrate the joy of co-creation.

Here's to the future of our dance community, where collaboration ignites creativity and where every dancer feels empowered to add their unique spark to the collective flame!

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P.S. Don't forget to share your favorite moments from last night's class in the comments! We'd love to hear all about your #collaborativecreations!

If you would like to experience the joy of swing and Carolina Shag dancing, come on out to our next beginner sessions that start on January 17th, 2024 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Colonial Heights Community Center! 

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