20s Charleston is a vintage dance instructional program taught by Paul Overton & Sharon Ashe, focusing on the energetic solo Charleston style that became one of the defining dances of the 1920s.
Although Charleston is closely associated with the flapper era, the dance existed before its rise to national popularity. It gained widespread attention after appearing on Broadway in 1922 and remained one of the most recognizable American social dances throughout the decade.
This instructional video introduces the essential Charleston movements while also incorporating several Black Bottom steps, another popular dance style from the Jazz Age. The material is organized into a simple routine, making it accessible for dancers who wish to learn classic vintage dance techniques.
Topics Covered
Charleston Fundamentals
- Charleston Basic
- Forward & Back Charleston
- Basic with Kick
- Squat Charleston
Styling & Rhythm Variations
- Knee Switches
- High Low Kicks
- Charleston Turns
- Scarecrow
Black Bottom Elements
- Black Bottom
- Spank the Baby
What You’ll Learn
- Basic Charleston rhythm and timing
- Characteristic kicks and leg actions
- Directional changes and turns
- Jazz Age dance styling
- Fundamental Black Bottom movements
- Solo dance combinations and routines
Suitable For
- Beginning Charleston dancers
- Vintage dance enthusiasts
- Social dancers
- Dance teachers
- Students interested in Jazz Age dance styles
Video Specifications
- Dance Style: Charleston
- Instructors: Paul Overton & Sharon Ashe
- Level: Syllabus
- Format: MP4 Digital Video
- Runtime: Approximately 56 Minutes
- Category: Vintage Dance Instruction
- Language: English
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