American Lindy Hop Championships New York, NY United States

The American Lindy Hop Championships is a 4-day event featuring, classes, workshops, talks, films, discussions, dances, dane contests, live and DJ music and tours. The event is dedicated to Lindy Hop but offers Balboa, Shag, West Coast Swing, Hand Dance, Bop, Hip Hop, Jazz and Tap opportunities.

Genres: Lindy Hop

Cost: Juniors $100 for the weekend, $200 adults

Music: Swing, Blues, etc.

Age Restriction: None

Dress Code: Vintage

Drinks & Dining: At an extra cost

Artists Performers: Norma Miller, Sonny Allen, Barbara Billups, Sugar Sullivan, and others

Contact Name: Paulette Brockington

Contact Phone: (313) 790-2311

Contact Type: Organizer

Location Info

The Grand Prospect Hall

Address: 263 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY, United States, 11215

Type: Dance Hall / Ballroom

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