About
Welcome to the mini version of Ritz Winter Hop! As you all know, 2020 became an unusual year. This has naturally affected the way we'll be able to run our camp this year (2021 things may be different again). Class sizes are smaller, we've added a few safety rules etc. All this in order to ensure a healthy, happy, safe environment for our dancers! This year we've moved home to Vaasa, and we offer 3 levels of lindy hop, a few mixed level classes + 3 parties. A cozy, small, friendly, different version of the old Ritz Winter Hop (celebrating 11 years running). Tickets are limited and will sell out fast, and the price is very budget friendly compared with previous years. Make sure you register as soon as possible, see you in November! |
SAFETY
We value your well-being, please follow these safety rules:
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Classes
We offer 3 levels of lindy hop this year. Level descriptions below. There will also be a few mixed level classes were everyone can join in, no matter your dance level (fun for everyone, get to know all the dancers).
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LINDY HOP 1 (Beginner-Intermediate) You're pretty new to lindy hop, maybe you started dancing this autumn (welcome to the family)? You have tried your basic steps and a few figures, and you're keen to learn more. In this group you'll learn awesome new material that will take your lindy hop to the next level. The atmosphere will be fun and friendly, a safe space to improve your dancing. Please note that there are 2 mixed level classes (Friday and Saturday) that are suitable for your level! Vaasa dancers! If you've been dancing with our local level 1 (the beginner group), then this is the level for you. |
LINDY HOP 2 (Intermediate) You've danced actively for a year or more (attending classes and social dances on a regular basis). You're familiar with basic 6-count and 8-count figures such as send out, pass by, lindy circle, swing out, as well as basic Charleston. Perhaps you've tried some solo jazz as well. You're keen to learn more about playing with the music, partner connection, maybe a few fancy footwork variations. Please be aware that this might be a slightly mixed level, let's turn this into a positive and have fun together! Vaasa dancers! If you've been dancing with our local level 2 or 3 then this is the level for you. |
LINDY HOP 3 (Intermediate-Advanced/Advanced) You've danced actively (classes, social dances, workshops) for quite a few years, and you're comfortable with mixed patterns (6-counts, 8-counts, maybe even 10- and 12-counts), different tempos, playing with both music and body shape. You're aware that this may be a mixed level group, and will turn this into a positive = focusing on your own technique while enjoying the music and being connected to your dance partner. Let's just dance and have fun! Vaasa dancers! If you've been dancing with our local level 3 for a while (or 4), then this is likely the level for you. |
PARTIES
FRIDAY NIGHT Informal social dance. No dress code. Come as you are. Where & when? At Swing Wasa (see venues & schedule below). SATURDAY NIGHT Our main party, please dress up! Fun things to be expected! Where & when? At Arbis (see venues & schedule below). SUNDAY AFTERNOON Tea party (farewell party). No dress code. Come as you are. Where & when? At Swing Waasa (see venues & schedule below). |
VENUES
All venues are within walking distance from Vaasa town square (restaurants, cafés, hotels etc.). Steiner ca 6 minutes, Arbis ca 8 minutes, Swing Wasa ca 11 minutes. Note! Please set aside extra time for walking. Don't be late! Some venues will have locked doors and the teachers are waiting for you to arrive + you want to have time to put on your dance shoes, wash your hands and catch your breath before classes start.
Swing Wasa
Kauppapuistikko 38 Handelsesplanaden
Kauppapuistikko 38 Handelsesplanaden
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Steiner
Kauppapuistikko 22 Handelsesplanaden
Kauppapuistikko 22 Handelsesplanaden
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Arbis
Hietasaarenkatu 9 Sandögatan
Hietasaarenkatu 9 Sandögatan
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SCHEDULE
Please check often, changes may occur!
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FRIDAY 18-19 Lindy hop taster, beginner friendly at Swing Wasa ----- 19-20 Mixed level class with Trisha & Michael at Swing Wasa ----- 20-00 Party at Swing Wasa |
SATURDAY 9-10.30 Lindy 1 (Swing Wasa) + Lindy 2 (Steiner) ----- 10.35-12 Lindy 1 (Swing Wasa) + Lindy 2 (Steiner) ----- 12-13.30 Lunch ----- 13.30-15 Lindy 3 (Arbis, please don't be late due to locked doors!) ----- 15.05-16.30 Lindy 3 (Arbis) ----- 20-21 Mixed level class with Trisha & Michael at Arbis ----- 21-00 Party at Arbis |
SUNDAY 9-10.30 Lindy 1 (Swing Wasa) + Lindy 2 (Steiner) ----- 10.35-12 Lindy 1 (Swing Wasa) + Lindy 2 (Steiner) ----- 12-13.30 Lunch ----- 13.30-15 Lindy 3 (Arbis, please don't be late due to locked doors!) ----- 15.05-16.30 Lindy 3 (Arbis) ----- 16.30-19 Tea party at Swing Wasa |
COSTS
Lindy hop 1/2/3 (6 h of lindy hop + 2 h of mixed level classes + 3 parties) ----- 100 € Only parties (2 h of mixed level classes + 3 parties) ----- 30 € |
USEFUL LINKS
Accommodation Visit Vaasa Restaurants, Cafés & Food (Note! make sure to check they are open Saturday, Sunday!) Visit Vaasa / Download picture map Transport Taxi Vaasa / Bus schedules |
REGISTER
Registration is CLOSED (any registrations prior to opening will be disregarded). Registration opens October ?? at 19:00. Please read our general terms before registering! Note! Once registered, scroll this page for a message stating that your registration has been successfully sent. Your personal information is confidential and will not be handed out to third parties.
IN MEMORIAM
Ritz Winter Hop 2019, our 10th anniversary, when times were simpler and camps were bigger ❤︎
