What is Collegiate Shag?
Collegiate Shag is a high-energy partner dance from the Swing era of the 1920s–1940s. It’s characterized by fast footwork, bounce, and a close dance hold. It’s danced primarily to faster Swing and Jazz music.
About
Amadeus Shagadeus
Our workshops cater to all levels — from complete beginners to experienced dancers.
© Dixie- & Swingfestival
Hello!
Who are we?
We're Vera & Josef — two passionate dancers who love sharing the spirit of Collegiate Shag with others.
Lead & Follow
During the workshop, you should choose one role. Lead initiates movement patterns. Follow responds and shapes the movement together.
Skill
Our Levels
✦ 1
Beginner
No prior experience needed! We start from scratch: basic steps, rhythm, bounce, and first simple figures. Perfect for anyone wanting to try Collegiate Shag for the first time.
2
Beginner/Improver
You know the basics and want more! We deepen technique, work on musicality, and learn new variations. Prerequisite: basic knowledge of Collegiate Shag.
3
Intermediate
For dancers with a solid foundation. We work on more complex figures, partnering, dynamics, and styling. You should be comfortable with basic Shag variations.
Ready to dance?
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