The ISTD Lindy Hop Syllabus is the official syllabus publication of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) Club Dance Faculty, providing a structured guide for learning and teaching one of the most influential dances of the Swing Era. Designed for medal examinations, teacher training, and personal study, this ebook presents Lindy Hop through a progressive syllabus that develops technique, rhythm, partnering skills, and authentic jazz movement.
Beginning with the fundamental principles of posture, timing, dance holds, lead and follow, and musical interpretation, the syllabus explains how Lindy Hop combines six-count and eight-count rhythms while maintaining the characteristic swing feel of the dance. It also introduces recommended music and tempo guidelines to help dancers understand the relationship between movement and swing music.
As students progress through the Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels, they learn authentic solo jazz movements alongside partner figures and Charleston variations. Each figure is presented using the standard ISTD format with foot positions, timing, amount of turn, holds, styling notes, and technical guidance for both leader and follower, making the book an excellent classroom and examination reference.
Whether you are preparing for ISTD medal tests, teaching Lindy Hop classes, or looking for an authoritative technical reference, this syllabus provides a clear and internationally recognized learning pathway.
Topics Covered
- Lindy Hop posture and technique
- Dance holds and partner positions
- Lead and follow principles
- Musical timing and rhythm
- Six-count and eight-count patterns
- Authentic Jazz Dance Steps
- Charleston variations
- Partnering figures
- Medal Test syllabus
Featured Figures
Bronze
- Six Beat Basic
- Basic with Dip
- Tuck Turn
- Reverse
- Send Out
- Push Spin
- Around the World
- Promenade
Silver
- Side by Side Charleston
- Kick Through Charleston
- Swing Out
- Lindy Turn
- Lindy Circle
Gold
- Texas Tommy
- Hand to Hand Charleston with Kick Around
- Back Charleston Variations
- Groucho
- Double Turns
- Shim Sham Shimmy
Suitable For
- ISTD examination candidates
- Dance teachers
- Lindy Hop instructors
- Swing dance students
- Dance schools and studios
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