6 count swing is an easy starting place.  Get dancing quickly with this series of basic steps, rhythm, connection, and moves. Many great modern Lindy Hoppers started with 6-count in their first classes to get oriented and comfortable on the dance floor. In this first lesson, we cover the basic 6 count rhythm and footwork. Get comfortable with it on your own so you can do it easily with a partner.

The Jockey is the basic 6 count rhythm in closed position with a partner. It's a great starting place for syncing up rhythmically with a partner and feeling how the dance feels while connected to someone. We often start our dances with a jockey to feel connected before getting crazy. 

These three foundational moves will be a solid part of your swing dance vocabulary forever. Consider learning them as both a leader and follower to really understand every detail and get the most out of your 6 count swing.

Improvisation is the key to good social dancing. This lesson gives you some techniques to make improvised social dancing feel natural and helps you understand the subtle but clear differences in leading and following your basic vocabulary.

Two more important and classic 6 count swing moves. The cuddle is a sweet position that is useful for many more advanced moves later on, and the leader's sneak has just a tiny bit of flash.