Promo Bio

Dax Hock & Alice Mei ____ are a dynamic duo; a mixture of sweet and spice with a full plate of goodies to share with the dance community. They are well-known for both their outgoing and energetic presence at social dances and their genuine care for students while in the classroom. As teachers, Dax & Alice aim for positive results and share ALL the love, knowledge and experience they have mastered during their combined 15 years of experience in the swing world.

Their unique method of instruction revolves around authentic swing music, natural body movement, and variations that work with minimal effort, and fun over frustration. The emphasis is in Rhythm— not steps; Body-Movement—not footwork; Singing—not counting, and actually dancing with your partner versus just holding hands. In their classes you will discover that Foot-’Dont’-Work and that Body-Movement does work. Students will learn Movements instead of just moves, and string them together to make killer variations.

Lessons with Dax and Alice will result in the discovery of creativity, rhythm, and applying great concepts such as; “Rhythmical Body-Movement”,“Anything you do once you can do twice”, “Connecting to your body”, “Frame-Matching”, “Undulations”, “Body-Tension Styles” “How do you lead it?—DO IT!” and much more. Dax & Alice host a fun and educational learning environment and customize material to meet student needs.

Whether is it Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa or Vernacular Jazz, students will benefit from the unique learning environment and each take their own individual step forward!