What People Say about Lindy Jazz

What do people say about the music?

" . . .from the moment we arrived on the weekend we were both extremely surprised to hear the quality of real swing music that you were playing, by the key artists. You also seemed very focused on keeping the dancers moving , which not every DJ does, but as a result, we couldn't keep off the dance floor. In fact we now use some of the tracks you gave us to teach with. Keep up the good work.." Joseph Sewell, Jiveswing.com

What do our business clients say?

I thought your interactive dance session was fabulous. It was new, innovative, enjoyable, broke down barriers very quickly and got people talking. However, my initial thoughts were very negative, it was not something that I wanted to get involved in and I could not see any value in “dancing”. Oh, how quickly I changed my mind! I believe that this is something that you should be promoting.
Bryan Burke, BKB-Consultancy

I think we were quite brave to do this and took a risk with it, but it paid off and by the end of the session everyone was smiling and laughing together, having swapped business info and learned a few steps in the process.  Most interesting was the way people were actually 'up for it' - it was great fun and that it worked really well as an ice-breaker.
Judith Peacock, Further Consultancy

I would like to thank you and Andy for your wonderful presentation of the Lindy Hop Blues dance at our Equality Awards on Friday. The dance, which was beautifully executed, lent atmosphere to the occasion and was extremely well received.  I would certainly be more than pleased to recommend you for any such event, thank you again.  Liz Reay, Chief Executive, Equality North East

Just a note to say thanks to you and your dancers for Friday night - all the feedback tells me it was rockin' in there! Lisa Vickers, Events and Communications Manager, Women Into the Network (WIN)

When launching a new venture you need it to be a very memorable event for your guests and to be a success. We started off the Launch of DCM Durham with a wonderful, vibrant social networking session ran by Joo-Lee, this turned out to be the best decision we made.
Joo-Lee ran the session with sheer professionalism whilst  managing to relax and engage our guests . The feedback from our guests on the day was that although no one was sure about dancing, once they got started they wanted more....some even talked about going along to the Lindy Jazz events, they enjoyed it so much. So thank you Joo-Lee and Andy for a Launch that will be remembered for a long time. Maccine Hall, Dual Concept Marketing (Durham) Ltd

Many thanks to you and your team for putting on such a fabulous performance. . .an excellent addition to the event. Derek Toon, 
Bishop Auckland Town Centre Manager

What do people say about the Lindy Jazz Dance Parties?

"The scene was a candlelit function hall in the Three Tuns, Durham. It was a muggy evening and by around eight o' clock, the atmosphere was heating up, the band was swinging and toes were tapping. There followed a maelstrom of infectious music (courtesy of Andy the DJ), colour and most importantly, fast footwork.

This was a Summer Ball with a difference. Organised by Joo-Lee and Andy of lindy-jazz.co.uk, it was the culmination of Durham's 'Streets of Dance' festival.

The dancing was truly phenomenal and it was a massive challenge to do the dancers justice, armed only with a couple of cameras, some seriously fast lenses and a few flashguns.

To read about the techniques I used to shoot in near darkness, please have a look at my blog (see www.jamieemersonphotography.com).

Joo-Lee has kindly offered to teach my fiancee and I to throw a few moves in time for our wedding in October. She claims to be able to teach someone to dance in one session and having seen a few of the 'one-sessioners' on Sunday night, I'm here to tell you it's a completely justifiable claim.

Altogether, a fantastic evening - I've rarely seen a group of grown ups grinning and laughing for such a prolonged period, all without the consumption of excess alcohol! Jamie Emerson

"Lindy Jazz has revolutionised my social life! I started being bored with the gym but I’m loving the way I feel -  rejuvenated! I love the exercise, I love the way I feel, I love the social side. I think that the lessons provide something for everyone no matter what level you are at. You learn new steps, you get opportunities to consolidate the steps.  I love the way we get to learn new things and improve. There is a great mix of people who have been several months & new people. The way you organise the classes, everyone feels valued and at ease as well as having fun. When I watch Joo-Lee & Andy I feel as if I want to learn more as they make it look so easy." Lynda

"The only place I've come across where I'm enjoying swing music regularly. Parties are full of good mix of people, all friendly, and all there to have a good time in a great atmosphere"
Mike

"I brought my clients from Clarity Diners Club to one of the Lindy Jazz nights in Durham and we had a ball!  We received a warm welcome from Joo-Lee as we arrived and then fabulous dance instruction. This combination gave us the confidence to relax and have a really fun evening!    Highly recommended as a classy place to go."  Clare Coffield, MD, Clarity Diners Club

"Thank you so much for joining me last night at the Network Fizz Into Life event.  I do hope you enjoyed the event as much as I did!  I've been 'charlestoning' around the office this morning!  So thanks to Joo-Lee and Rumana for giving me the fizz I needed!" Janice Ross, Network Northeast Chair

What do people say about the Lindy Jazz weekly classes?

"Rapidly improving due to excellent teaching. A great combination of moves and technique in a fun, friendly atmosphere." Dafe

"Have attended other dance classes and styles, but these have been the best teachers and the most fun by far."  Karen

"'The music is great and it's a fun class where you learn lots but in an informal and friendly atmosphere"
Michelle

"Hand hold is described in detail so women are comfortable. Very personable tutors. Very professional class. People joining class are very friendly"
Denise

"Great music, great dance floors, really excellent teaching. Joo-Lee and Andy talk you through all the steps in detail. It's hard to get it wrong!"
Maree-Lee

"Very enjoyable, entertaining"
Brian

"The music is always very good. Classes are always friendly and welcoming"
Ian

"Friends, fun, fabulous"

Ann