Lark CampWorkshop Schedule 2026

Swing Dance (East Coast Swing & Charleston), Beginning

Malaika Finkelstein
2:303:30Outdoor Dance Floor, Camp 2
Beginning
Dance
Jazz & SwingNorth America

Come join us to learn the basics that will allow you to dance to some of the best music on the planet. You don’t need any previous dance experience or a partner. We’ll work on basic East Coast Swing and Charleston steps, musicality, style, and lead / follow technique. We’ll work on specific steps as well as building the tools for improvisation.

Malaika Finkelstein

About Malaika Finkelstein

Malaika fell in love with swing in 1996. She has been dancing, performing, and teaching ever since. She emphasizes lead / follow technique, connection between partners, and musicality. She especially enjoys working with new dancers, and her favorite moments of teaching are when newer dancers begin to gain confidence.