what is hand dancing
Hand dancing, also known as D.C. Hand Dancing or D.C. Swing, is a form of swing dance traced back to the 1920s with roots in the Lindy Hop and the Jitterbug. The term "Hand Dance" in its simplistic form means partners dance together holding hands.
This full-contact dance incorporates delicate hand and smooth footwork movements with close-in intricate steps and turns.
Hand Dancing faded a bit during the disco era. However, it resurfaced in the 1980s in the D.C. community as they developed their unique dance style.
In 1993, the Smithsonian Institution recognized Hand Dance as an American Art Form, and the D.C. Council recognized Hand Dance as the Official Dance of the District of Columbia.
Check out our Hand Dance videos.
This full-contact dance incorporates delicate hand and smooth footwork movements with close-in intricate steps and turns.
Hand Dancing faded a bit during the disco era. However, it resurfaced in the 1980s in the D.C. community as they developed their unique dance style.
In 1993, the Smithsonian Institution recognized Hand Dance as an American Art Form, and the D.C. Council recognized Hand Dance as the Official Dance of the District of Columbia.
Check out our Hand Dance videos.
