The “good old days” seemed to have so much fun dancing. Many people are interested in going back to that time if it could only happen.
These four couples take you back in time with their performance, and it can somehow leave you feeling nostalgic.
The dancing happens in camp Hollywood National Jitterbug Championships. This team is known as LA Shag, and they are going to perform something quite exciting to witness. They wear old-fashion clothes for the competition.
What makes this team interesting is the unusual introduction of their dance routine which you will also find very unique.
Classic dance styles may be outdated, but they are still being practiced and are well-loved across the country.
You can also find several competitions that feature the old dances. Many are enthusiastic about showing off their skills in this kind of dance. Fortunately, we can witness their extraordinary performance through the video below.
To start off, the LA Shag members pretend to be sleeping. Don’t worry, you won’t see them dancing tired, lifeless, and lazy.
The couples awaken, and they are ready to move their happy feet.
Each couple wakes up from their sleep, and they show a really unique Collegiate Shag routine! You cannot take your eyes off their feet that move quickly.
The couples are pretty skilled in their dancing. It’s mesmerizing to watch how in sync they all are in the entire performance.
These dancers have a fast-paced routine, and you even get that feeling of wanting to groove. However, if you try it out yourself, you’d be having so much difficulty. But, their finesse in dancing just makes it look so easy and effortless.
Probably, not many of us are quite familiar with Shag. But according to CollegiateShag.com, this dance originated in the 30s and is characterized by high-energy footwork, and the basic step involves hopping.
A viewer enjoys their performance and comments,
“Wow… 10 seconds into this dance, and I would be on the floor! Bravo to all the dancers!”
The others feel like they have been taken back through time, and they remember their younger years, with their old-fashioned shoes and clothing and their vintage hairstyles. Not only that, the dance itself brings back the good times.
One writes,
“Great dancing – Reminds me of when we were teens.”
The other says,
“Oh, to be young again….”
So much fun and excitement are showcased in this routine.
With a lot of energy, the LA shag dancers keep switching their formations and positions while on the dance floor. You can hardly blink because you don’t want to miss a moment in their performance.
Another viewer is impressed and says,
“This is completely and totally awesome. And it looks like such fun. Great job, dancers!!”
The crowd goes wild over them.
With the spectacular dance that the audience has witnessed, they give a loud cheer to the performers.
LA Shag has not been disappointed in the competition. According to the Camp Hollywood website, they bagged first place in the 2014 competition in the “team” category. For sure, everyone agrees that they deserve it for showing such great talent.
The incredible music adds inspiration to the team’s performance.
The California Feetwarmers is the band behind the old-fashioned vibe. This musical group has a passion for ragtime, hot jazz, and “stompy” blues. Their rendition of the jazzy tune “San/I want my dime back” can make you tap your foot along.
Watch this incredible Shag dance video below with over 2.8 million views. This will put a smile on your face or make you want to groove.
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