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SHIM SHAM! (drop-in, choreography)

  • The Activity Room 40 11th Street West Kalispell, MT, 59901 United States (map)

Originally created as a tap routine (and later modified by swing dancers), this great jazz choreography combines classic vernacular "solo jazz" moves and shapes. Popular in swing dance culture around the world; every swing dancer should learn this routine at some point in their dancing career!

No partner or experience required. Smooth-soled, comfy shoes (flats or low heels) recommended.

$25 (cash only)

WHY LEARN THE SHIM SHAM?

-Dance it anywhere, in any swing scene. You don't need a partner, but you'll be dancing with other lovers of jazz and swing dancing!

-Packed with vernacular "solo" jazz moves and shapes (Psst! you can incorporate these moves and shapes into your partner dancing!)

-Gets you moving and makes your brain more "dancy" (helps train your body to dance more easily and naturally!)

TO GET HERE: 40 11th Street West - the south building with the sky bridge. The Activity Room is in the northeast corner of the building, on the ground floor. Enter through the alley door on the east side of the building.