WINNER: 2015-2016 OSL Late Night Social Programming Award
NEW: The Swing and Ballroom Dance Club was just announced as the WINNER of the 2015-2016 UCSB OSL Leadership Award for “Late-Night Social Programming”! Congratulations to the Officers and Leaders of the SBDC for all the extra effort that went into the SBDC Dance Events and Programming this year!
UCSB 2014 Leadership Award Winner!!
JUST ANNOUNCED: The SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB was the WINNER of the UCSB LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY AWARD for "LATE NIGHT SOCIAL PROGRAMMING”, for 2013/2014!
Congratulations to the Officers and Leaders of the SBDC for all the extra effort that went into the SBDC Dance Events and Programming this year!
Previous Awards:
2013: The SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB was the WINNER of the UCSB LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY AWARD for "LATE NIGHT SOCIAL PROGRAMMING”, for 2012/2013!
2011: The SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB was the WINNER of the UCSB LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY AWARD for "LATE NIGHT SOCIAL PROGRAMMING”, for 2010/2011!
2009: The SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB was the WINNER of the UCSB LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY AWARD for "LATE NIGHT SOCIAL PROGRAMMING”, for 2008/2009!
Congratulations to the Officers and Leaders of the SBDC for all the extra effort that went into the SBDC Dance Events and Programming this year!
Previous Awards:
2013: The SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB was the WINNER of the UCSB LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY AWARD for "LATE NIGHT SOCIAL PROGRAMMING”, for 2012/2013!
2011: The SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB was the WINNER of the UCSB LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY AWARD for "LATE NIGHT SOCIAL PROGRAMMING”, for 2010/2011!
2009: The SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB was the WINNER of the UCSB LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY AWARD for "LATE NIGHT SOCIAL PROGRAMMING”, for 2008/2009!
And the Winner is: SBDC earns UCSB 2013 Leadership Award once again!
ANNOUNCED: The SWING AND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB was the WINNER of the UCSB LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITY AWARD for "LATE NIGHT SOCIAL PROGRAMMING”, for 2012/2013!
Congratulations to the Officers and Leaders of the SBDC for all the extra effort that went into the SBDC Dance Events and Programming this year!
Congratulations to the Officers and Leaders of the SBDC for all the extra effort that went into the SBDC Dance Events and Programming this year!
SBDC History
Where it all Began
The Swing and Ballroom Dance Club was started at UCSB in the Fall Quarter 1995 -1996. From its very modest beginnings, the SBDC has grown substantially, and has supported an active roster at times of over 300 members! Most of our members come from the UCSB campus: undergraduate and graduate students, research assistants, faculty, and staff. However, the SBDC is also widely supported by dancers from the general Santa Barbara community as well. The SBDC can provide something for all interested dancers.
The Swing and Ballroom Dance Club was started at UCSB in the Fall Quarter 1995 -1996. From its very modest beginnings, the SBDC has grown substantially, and has supported an active roster at times of over 300 members! Most of our members come from the UCSB campus: undergraduate and graduate students, research assistants, faculty, and staff. However, the SBDC is also widely supported by dancers from the general Santa Barbara community as well. The SBDC can provide something for all interested dancers.
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 Balloon Drop at Fall Harvest Dance |
SBDC Activities/Events
· Major Dance Events (Live bands):
Indigo Swing, Lencho Martinez Family Band, Rob Rio and His Revolvers, Rob Rio (solo), Campus 5, Flat Top Tom and His Jump Cats, Jumpin’ Joz Band; Jerry Mumbles and the Mojo Roux, The Doña Oxford Band, Lil Mo and the Dynaflos, Phat Cat Swinger!, Crown City Bombers, Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries, + more.
· Other Dance Events:
DJ Dances, Theme Dances, Theme Nights; Fundraising Dance Events
· Saturday Morning/Afternoon/Evening Dance Workshops
· Sunday Morning/Afternoon Dance Workshops
· Special All-Weeknight Dance Workshops
· Weekly Basics I and Basics II Programs
· Dance History and Pizza Video Nights
· The SBDC Dance Performance Groups
· SBDC 4-Day Dance Cruise to Ensenada, December 2006
· SBDC 7-Day Dance Cruise to the Mexican Riviera, December 2007
· SBDC 8-Day Dance Cruise to Acapulco, December 2008
· "Lunchtime at the Storke" Free Swing Dances, UCSB Storke Plaza
· SBDC Lindy in the Park
· UCSB Activities Day Faire
· Dance Exhibitions/Demonstrations as Community Service Projects
· Co-Sponsor of The Rhythm Hot Shots Performance, "What is This Thing Called Swing?" with Sylvia Sykes
· Sponsor of the National Tap Dance Day Celebration
· Co-Sponsor of UCSB Shrunken Heads production of "Grease"
Guest Instructors Here is a listing of the local or out-of-town dance instructors who have taught at one or more of our Saturday and Sunday Afternoon Dance Workshops, or Specialty Weeknight Workshops, and the subjects they taught.
· Sylvia Sykes and Jonathan Bixby (East Coast Style Swing, Carolina Shag, St Louis Shag, Lindy Hop, Performance Routine, Aerials, and smooth ballroom);
· Chester Whitmore (Lindy Hop, Charleston, Performance Routine, Music/Dance Theory, Jazz Patterns, and Afro-American Dance History);
· David Alvarez (latin and smooth ballroom);
· Patricia Ryan (smooth ballroom and latin);
· Brian Gibson (East Coast Swing, Mambo, Salsa, Rumba, Foxtrot, Tango, Waltz, and Cha-Cha);
· Paul St Denis (smooth ballroom and latin);
· Rob and Diane Van Haaren (Lindy Hop, Charleston, and Jazz Patterns)
· Dennis Holcomb and Denise Rinalidi (Lindy Hop,Turns and Spins Techniques
· Lisa Kay (West Coast Style Swing and Nightclub 2-Step);
· Nancy Sandburg (Lifts, Drops, Aerials, and Swing Acrobatics; Performance Team Coach);
· Bob Rogers (Lifts, Drops, Aerials, and Swing Acrobatics);
· Steve Carlan (Balboa, SBDC Dance Cruise);
· Russell Knight (Mambo/Salsa, West Coast Style Swing, Tango, SBDC Dance Cruise);
· Lennart Westerlund (from Stockholm)(of the Swedish "Rhythm Hot Shots" Performance Group! Lindy Hop, "The Charleston, the Big Apple, Aerials)
· Katrine Ljunggren (from Stockholm, also of the Swedish "Rhythm Hot Shots", Lindy Hop, Charleston, Jazz Patterns)
· Anna Hernandez (1920’s Charleston, Dance Techniques and Styling)
· Joshua James (Salsa, Cha-Cha, Latin Styling, Waltz, Foxtrot, SBDC Dance Cruise)
· Fay Villanueva and Brian Griffin (Argentine Tango)
· Hector Sanchez (Salsa)
· Leslie Sack (Tango, West Coast Style Swing, Foxtrot)
· Samantha Buckwalter (West Coast Style Swing)
Indigo Swing, Lencho Martinez Family Band, Rob Rio and His Revolvers, Rob Rio (solo), Campus 5, Flat Top Tom and His Jump Cats, Jumpin’ Joz Band; Jerry Mumbles and the Mojo Roux, The Doña Oxford Band, Lil Mo and the Dynaflos, Phat Cat Swinger!, Crown City Bombers, Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries, + more.
· Other Dance Events:
DJ Dances, Theme Dances, Theme Nights; Fundraising Dance Events
· Saturday Morning/Afternoon/Evening Dance Workshops
· Sunday Morning/Afternoon Dance Workshops
· Special All-Weeknight Dance Workshops
· Weekly Basics I and Basics II Programs
· Dance History and Pizza Video Nights
· The SBDC Dance Performance Groups
· SBDC 4-Day Dance Cruise to Ensenada, December 2006
· SBDC 7-Day Dance Cruise to the Mexican Riviera, December 2007
· SBDC 8-Day Dance Cruise to Acapulco, December 2008
· "Lunchtime at the Storke" Free Swing Dances, UCSB Storke Plaza
· SBDC Lindy in the Park
· UCSB Activities Day Faire
· Dance Exhibitions/Demonstrations as Community Service Projects
· Co-Sponsor of The Rhythm Hot Shots Performance, "What is This Thing Called Swing?" with Sylvia Sykes
· Sponsor of the National Tap Dance Day Celebration
· Co-Sponsor of UCSB Shrunken Heads production of "Grease"
Guest Instructors Here is a listing of the local or out-of-town dance instructors who have taught at one or more of our Saturday and Sunday Afternoon Dance Workshops, or Specialty Weeknight Workshops, and the subjects they taught.
· Sylvia Sykes and Jonathan Bixby (East Coast Style Swing, Carolina Shag, St Louis Shag, Lindy Hop, Performance Routine, Aerials, and smooth ballroom);
· Chester Whitmore (Lindy Hop, Charleston, Performance Routine, Music/Dance Theory, Jazz Patterns, and Afro-American Dance History);
· David Alvarez (latin and smooth ballroom);
· Patricia Ryan (smooth ballroom and latin);
· Brian Gibson (East Coast Swing, Mambo, Salsa, Rumba, Foxtrot, Tango, Waltz, and Cha-Cha);
· Paul St Denis (smooth ballroom and latin);
· Rob and Diane Van Haaren (Lindy Hop, Charleston, and Jazz Patterns)
· Dennis Holcomb and Denise Rinalidi (Lindy Hop,Turns and Spins Techniques
· Lisa Kay (West Coast Style Swing and Nightclub 2-Step);
· Nancy Sandburg (Lifts, Drops, Aerials, and Swing Acrobatics; Performance Team Coach);
· Bob Rogers (Lifts, Drops, Aerials, and Swing Acrobatics);
· Steve Carlan (Balboa, SBDC Dance Cruise);
· Russell Knight (Mambo/Salsa, West Coast Style Swing, Tango, SBDC Dance Cruise);
· Lennart Westerlund (from Stockholm)(of the Swedish "Rhythm Hot Shots" Performance Group! Lindy Hop, "The Charleston, the Big Apple, Aerials)
· Katrine Ljunggren (from Stockholm, also of the Swedish "Rhythm Hot Shots", Lindy Hop, Charleston, Jazz Patterns)
· Anna Hernandez (1920’s Charleston, Dance Techniques and Styling)
· Joshua James (Salsa, Cha-Cha, Latin Styling, Waltz, Foxtrot, SBDC Dance Cruise)
· Fay Villanueva and Brian Griffin (Argentine Tango)
· Hector Sanchez (Salsa)
· Leslie Sack (Tango, West Coast Style Swing, Foxtrot)
· Samantha Buckwalter (West Coast Style Swing)
Dance Etiquette
You’ve taken some dance classes and now you’re ready for a dance. Social Dance Etiquette ensures everyone has a good time in a social dance setting, hope these tips will help you!
Personal Grooming Tips-Shower and use deodorant
-Wear clean clothes -Brush teeth and use mouthwash or breath mints -Abstain from foods that produce strong odors, like those heavy in garlic -The odor of cigarettes on one's breath or clothing can be very unattractive Dancers Equipment Bring these items with to any dance event or class: sport bag, tote bag or shoe bags are popular. -Dance Shoes, sock, stockings -Deodorant -Towel -Tooth Paste and Tooth Brush -Mouth wash and breath mints -Change of Clothes, or extra t-shirts -Water -Fan Dance Attire Your outfit and accessories should be comfortable, and also reflect the culture and level of formality of the dance group. -Avoid shoes with rubber or spongy soles. They can stick to the floor during turns and spins and cause ankle and knee injuries. -Avoid sleeveless shirts and strapped dresses, especially for active dancing: It is not pleasant to have to touch the sweaty skin of a partner. -Accessories like big rings, watches, brooches, loose/long necklaces, and big belt buckles can be dangerous. They can catch in partner's clothing, scratch and bruise. - Heavy perfumes and highly volatile hair styling products should be used sparingly since some dancers may be chemically sensitive. Strong fragrances can make even the average person woozy. -Leaders if you have no place to leave your keys and loose change, carry them in the *left* pocket of your trousers. This makes it less likely to bruise your partner. Dance Faux Pas to be Avoided by Followers: The Claw: this is when a follower clutches the leaders right arm with an iron grip. This can be painful with long nails especially in combination with the Coat Hanger. The Coat Hanger: this is when the follower does not support the weight of their own arms or body but sort of hangs off their partner as dead weight and must be dragged across the dance floor. Back Leading: a follower does not follow their partner’s lead. This faux pas will land you on the sidelines and/or blacklisted. Limp-wristed spaghetti arms: this is physically taxing and no fun for the leader, be alert, wait for the lead and give resistance. Sourpuss: shaking one’s head, rolling one’s eyes, looking bored, unenthusiastic or pissed off and ignoring one’s partner all fall into this category of bad attitude. The Stalker: following a leader with indiscreet stares, unwanted advances, unwanted touching. This is a social dance event not a pick-up bar. Dance Faux Pas to be Avoided by Leaders: The Non-Existent Lead: Ambiguous or non-existent leads are most common complaint of followers. It is not the job of the follower to know what steps to do. A firm lead is always appreciated since it is usually the follower that ends up looking incompetent when lead improperly. The Egoist: The primary job of a leader is to make his partner look good. It is, therefore, considered impolite to dance above the level of one’s partner. Please be sensitive to your partner’s level of dance experience. Limp-wristed spaghetti arms: Lack of frame is bad enough in followers but it makes dancing almost impossible when the leader is guilty of this faux pas. The Dictator: leaders who lead by barking orders and arm-wrenching are unpleasant. This is particularly unpleasant when dancing the faster dances. The Pervert: Wandering hands, indiscreet stares, stalking, unwanted advances. You know who you are. You are fooling yourself if you think followers appreciate this behavior. |
Asking Someone To DanceLeaders or Followers try using these traditional phrases:
-``May I have this dance?'' -``Would you like to dance?'' -Ask someone new to dance, ask their name and remember it. -Do not monopolize one partner for the whole night -Socialize and ask many people to dance or reserve dances -Cutting in is quite acceptable but do this sparingly -Smile, be warm, be personable, be nice -Today's beginners will be the good dancers of tomorrow, so be nice to them and dance with them Declining a Dance -Do not decline a dance unless you absolutely have to. Remember it’s only about 3-5 minutes out of your lifetime. -Having declined a dance, you cannot dance to the same song with someone else. -Try to make arrangements to dance to another song later in the evening. -Dancers are encouraged to use discretion and restraint when exercising this option to avoid a bad reputation. Being Declined -Don’t get discouraged if you are turned down once or twice. -Being repeatedly declined can be a signal. In that case, it is a good idea to examine one's dancing and social interactions to see if anything is wrong. (see personal grooming). On the Dance Floor -Be considerate of other couples on the floor. If you bump, step on, hit, someone while dancing, apologize immediately! Don’t start a fight. Exercise good floorcraft. Don’t be a dance floor hog! -Don’t stand in the line of dance or block the dance floor entrance -Are you dancing to the level of partner? -Are you sensitive to your partner's personal dance space? -Did your partner feel appreciated, compliments are always in style? -Leaders protect your partners, don’t use them as bumpers. -Followers—no back leading -Unsolicited teaching can be humiliating and takes the fun out of dancing. -Teaching belongs in a class setting, but if you are asked to teach, find a space away from the busy dance floor. At the end of the dance -Thank your partner -Clap for the Band or DJ -Leaders, escort your partner off the floor to their seat or where ever they want. Aerials, Dips, Drops and Choreography -Never on the Social Dance Floor! -Aerials requires training by a qualified instructor. Aerials can be extremely dangerous, please take this issue seriously. -The same principle applies to other lifts and drops, as well as choreographed patterns that require a large amount of floor space. -Know your partner well before dipping. Ask first! Bad backs are a plenty. During Your Dance Ask yourself? -Did your partner enjoy the dance? -Are you dancing to the level of partner? -Are you sensitive to your partner's preferences? -Did your partner feel appreciated, compliments are always in style? -Leaders protect your partners, don’t use them as bumpers. -Followers—no back leading Handling Difficult Situations If someone makes you feel uncomfortable, please speak with the dance Host or club officer. Tell a friend if you’re embarrassed and let them speak to the host on your behalf. |