Taste of Swing - Jazz Session

Swing dances, jazz music and community experience – completely free of charge! 

Dancing outdoors – the Taste of Swing event series aims to reach:
• those who are just starting to get acquainted with jazz music and are curious how to dance to it 
• those who are fans of jazz music and already practice swing dances, 
• or those who are simply curious what it feels like to drop into a truly energetic, creative and inclusive environment. 

What do we offer? 
Taste of Swing: free Lindy Hop taster class for complete beginners 
The program starts with a swing dance taster class where you don’t need to know anything in advance. We’ll show you the basics, you can try the movements and experience what it feels like to dance to swing music – freely, playfully, without expectations. 
Jazz concert & Social Swing Party 
After the taster, a jazz concert awaits you combined with a swing dance evening, with a swing DJ providing the music during the breaks. This way you can enjoy the evening whether you just want to listen to the music or you feel like dancing as well. 
Band 
Meeting the swing community 
We trust that a large part of the Hungarian swing dance community will also be present, so you can see up close what it’s like to dance swing and what the atmosphere of such an event is like. 
Why is it worth coming? 
Dance develops creativity, helps you break out of everyday life, and connects you to a community that is open, supportive and inspiring. This evening is about the experience, the music, the joy of movement and tuning in to one another. We warmly welcome everyone who is open to the world of swing jazz, who would like to try dancing, or who simply longs for a special, cheerful, community program. 
The dance we will try together: Lindy Hop 
The jewel of swing dances – energetic, playful and full of improvisation. It was born in Harlem in the 1920s–30s, and ever since then it has conquered millions of people worldwide with its cheerful atmosphere and sense of freedom. No partner is required to participate, but we are happy if you can bring one. 
The dance we will try together: Shag 
Fast, dynamic, and every step puts a smile on your face. It started from the jazz clubs of the 1930s and is a perfect choice if you love fast-paced music and fun, carefree dance styles. No partner is required to participate, but we are happy if you can bring one. 
The dance we will try together: Solo Jazz & Charleston 
One of the freest and most colorful forms of swing dance – here it’s all about you and the music. Classic jazz steps, playful movements and spontaneous improvisations blend together to bring out your creative side. You don’t just dance, you bring the music to life – a little differently in every bar, a little better in every moment. No partner is required to participate. 
The dance we will try together: Blues 
One of the most expressive dance styles of jazz – full of emotion, improvisation and the free following of the music’s pulse. It can be slow and sensual, but also dynamic and playful – it always takes shape together with the music. It is a perfect choice if you love the intimate connection between movement and music, and if you would like to discover the infinite freedom of dance in an open, friendly environment. No partner is required to participate, but we are happy if you can bring one. 
Participation rules 
By participating you also agree to respect the basic principles of our community: you are present with openness and attentiveness, you accept the guidelines of the Pepita Dance Association (General Terms and Conditions, Code of Conduct), and you devote time to getting to know the Dance Etiquette. All this is important so that this evening can be a safe, liberating and joyful experience for everyone.

https://pepitaklub.hu/szabalyok/ 

Participation in the event is free of charge. No registration required.