International JIVE
Jive is a variation of swing dance developed among African Americans in the 1930s, deriving from Lindy Hop and other styles, that became increasingly popular with the introduction of upbeat rock-and-roll music. Though lacking the acrobatic elements of swing, jive retains its quick tempo and energetic triple-rhythm.
Musical Information
Tempo: 42-48 measures per min / 168-192 beats per min
Timing: 4/4
Rhythm: 1 2, 1 a2, 1 a2
Syllabus
Newcomer
Basic Triple Step in Place
Fallaway Rock
Fallaway Throwaway
Link: Flick Ball Change or Hesitation Ball Change
Change of Places (Right to Left, Left to Right)
Change of Hands Behind the Back
Hip Bump
Bronze
American Spin
Walks
Stop and Go
Mooch
Whip
Whip Throwaway
Silver
Reverse Whip
Windmill
Spanish Arms
Rolling Off The Arm
Simple Spin
Miami Special
Gold
Curly Whip
Shoulder Spin
Toe Heel Swivels
Chugging
Chicken Walks
Catapult
Stalking Walks, Flicks and Break