What do students say about Ithacadance? A few choice reviews...

"Absolutely! Emphasis is on FUN. Jumpswing is a fantastic, free,
expressive dance style, and its energy was well-conveyed in the course." - Spring 2008

"Instructors were patient, reviewed concepts a lot, and didn't expect everyone to get it immediately.
Instruction was very good. An enjoyable activity for my weekends." - Spring 2008

"Definitely recommend this course, a perfect intro for beginners.
I reached my expectation of being able to look unbelieveably sexy on the dance floor." - Spring 2008

"Of course, this class is awesome. I will take Swing II.
The teachers, the music, the people - I love swing dancing!" - Fall 2007

"Do it! It's fun and the music is great!" - Fall 2007

"Good chuckles, fluid & welcoming, confidence building.
This is learning swing instead of learning to get stressed out by being a klutz.
Steps are broken down, atmosphere is all bounce." - Fall 2007

"It was a fun and flexible course and you learn something fun and new.
Before the course I couldn't dance, and now I can. I really enJoyced the jumps
that we learned and the instructor was great as well." - Fall 2007

"Definitely recommended, it's great fun.
Instructors were fun and approachable. The dancing was fun and energetic." - Fall 2007

"I've actually aready recommended it to my roomate because it's fun to learn a dance style
that you don't really see many young people doing at the clubs these days " - Fall 2007

"Instructors were patient with all skill levels.
A fun, interesting course, and a great intro to swing for all levels.
Music was good, a great variety of dance moves and styles." - Fall 2007

"Cardio Combo was full, BUT I was VERY glad I got to be in this class instead!
The instructors were very enthusiastic, funny, and they challenged us.
This was a very low stress PE class. A great course, because it's fun, upbeat and a
really great chance to meet a low of new people." - Fall 2007

"HIGHLY recommended. For someone who couldn't even spell 'dance' beforehand,
I feel incredibly comfortable experimenting with dance now.
There was a perfect balance between the science and the feel. " - Fall 2007

"The positive energy, the great music,
and what I could never imagine my body could learn to do!" - Fall 2007

"Yeah! Yay! I wanted to learn how to dance, I am much better now.
The instructors made the class fun & I enJoyced the music." - Fall 2007

"Do it! It's a fun getaway from normal classes.
Kurt and Ro were extremely talented and patient in teaching us." - Fall 2007

"The instructors are fabulous!" - Fall 2007

"Good music, friendly, helpful instructors, and humor.
Frequent review ensures that we'll remember these moves
even after the course is over." - Spring 2007

"The course is very fun and the instructors make learning athe moves enhoyable and memorable.
I did learn a great deal." - Spring 2007

"I was definitely a better dancer towards the end. The instructor is very patient. He goes over things many times, until you get it. He is also very funny in class." - Spring 2007

"Highly recommended. Educational, fun, good pace,
comprehensive, well-taught, practical!" - Spring 2007

"The demonstrations were very helpful, and the insturctors were very friendly.
They made themselves available for individualized instruction.
Kurt is able to make the instruction fun and helpful.
He has the ability to strike up an interest in dancing in his students." - Spring 2007

"It does a great job introducing you to an array of different dances.
It's a great way to release some creative energy and have fun." - Spring 2007

"It's fun and you learn more about your body than running. Can't wait til Swing II.
The TA was So Cool !!!" - Spring 2007

I had a hysterically good time dancing around with my partner. Plus, we can show off at dances now.
It's fun and a great stress relief." - Spring 2007

"The instuctors make the class a highlight of my week. Most people are here to have fun
a nd the instructor recognizes that and makes the lessons interesting." - Spring 2007

"The instructors are very helpful. Kurt is funny, and you do learn how to dance." - Spring 2007

"Best course ever, a fantastic way to learn to dance at fraternity formals." - Fall 2006

"Both Camila and Kurt would always take extra time to explain/demonstrate
if we didn't get something. I liked the depth we went into." - Fall 2006

"The instructor and TA were great and obviously love dancing." - Fall 2006

"I learned a lot in terms of traditional dances, and the teacher is very energetic." - Fall 2006

"Yes, I would recommend this course, it was a lot of fun and I learned a lot.
Fun music and learning dances." - Fall 2006

"Take the course - it's a blast. It's easy-going, fun, and you learn a lot
- even sometimes challenging moves." - Fall 2006

"Energetic and fun - refreshing betrween other classes.
Organized learning, exciting course." - Fall 2006

"It was a fun course, and you can't be afraid to get close to people or try things.
I loved learning all of the moves. I loved that people were willing to have lots of fun with it.
Kurt & Leah were fun to learn from." - Fall 2006

""I looked forward to every class, it was so full of life." - Fall 2006

"It's a good way to meet people and become comfortable with dancing
with members of rhe opposite sex. The instructor was pretty funny
and the dancing was fun." - Fall 2006

"It was extremely fun, and the music was great!" - Fall 2006

"My expectations were actually exceeded. Kurt kept things funny
and was very helpful in explaining the finer details that made a move go smoothly." - Fall 2006

"It is an amazing course - the instructors were very humorous and the class is a lot of fun." - Spring 2006

"Instuctors were fun and the dancing was useful in all situations." - Spring 2006

"I would certainly recommend it. It is fun, fun, fun all the way!" - Spring 2006

"Before, I couldn't dance without memorizing steps, but now if there's a good leader, I can free-dance.
It's fun and a good confidence builder." - Spring 2006

"I have told all my friends to take it - it is a lot of fun." - Spring 2006

"Great fun, and a good place to meet new friends." - Spring 2006

"It's a rollickin' good time!" - Spring 2006

"It further enhances social interactions, grace, balance,
along with numerous other healthful and beneficial benefits!" - Spring 2006

"Good Instructors, good music." - Spring 2006

"Take it. It's Fun & you learn a lot." - Spring 2006

I totally recommend this course. Not only do you learn a lot, but you also have fun.
The instructors are amazing. Kurt and Erica are excellent! Plus, I really enjoy the music." - Spring 2006

Kurt & Erica are a great teaching pair. It's fun & energetic." - Spring 2006

"Go for it - great way to learn to the basics of several dances. Lighthearted attitude, Classy dancing style of the instructors, and steps well chosen for beginners." - Fall 2005

"What a fun way to unwind! A good time, and a few swing moves - mission accomplished! Fun instructors, perfect pace, challenging, yet not too much." - Fall 2005

"Sooo much fun!! I expected to learn some swing dances moves to show off with and I did exactly that. The atmosphere is very nice and humorous." - Fall 2005

"It's awesome! Dancing is fun. You don't need a partner and it's not entirely awkward todance with someone you don't know. Kurt is REALLY enthusiastic! - Fall 2005

"We had fun even though we hd to miss classes and weren't even so good at it. How gracefully Kurt & his TA dance. How patient they were with certain hopeless students." - Fall 2005

"It's a great course that breaks up your day nicely and you get to learn some new dance moves. It's also a good way to meet new people." - Fall 2005

"The course is really fun and it is extremely laid back. I know what I learned here will come in handy at parties." - Fall 2005

"The energy, the enthusiaism, the music, the instructors, and the style of swingt dance I really liked. I really enJoyced the class and I hope it stays with the same energy. I think this is a very fun class. You can really laugh a lot. You can also learn things you though you never could do." - Fall 2005

"I think Kurt & Erica were excellent instuctors. I would definitely recommend it to my friends because I learned how to swing dance and had fun doing it even with two left feet. I expected to leave this course feeling comfortable swing dancing enough to actually go to a swing dance. I feel very comfortable." - Fall 2005

"We had so much fun, and bonded as a couple. Wanted to learn to dance for our wedding. Learned to dance by DANCING, not just 'watch and dance.'" - Summer 2005

"It was by far the best class I've taken this summer. Very fun, and I learned a lot. The teachers were very fun, and went at just the right pace. I expected to learn enough to look like I know what I'm doing on the dance floor. My expectations were beyond met." - Summer 2005

"It's a good way to get an informal introduction to dancing in general, and the ladies love a guy that can dance. The music is great, and the atmposhere is relaxed." - Summer 2005

"The course is a lot of fun, and easy to follow." - Summer 2005

"I would recommend this coursel. It is a great way to learn swing - especially for the complete beginner. It is also a lot of fun. Not only did we learn techniqaues of swing dance, but we also applied them to actual songs. This created a sense of being able to actually dance." - Summer 2005

"It was entertaining, relaxing, and the instructors were very enthusiastic and nice. It was fun, and it was taught really well. - Summer 2005

"I would recommend this class strongly to friends. The instructors are very systematic and build in a logical manner from one move to the next." - Summer 2005

"I've already recommended it, since I think it's a great excuse to move - both for those pre-disposed to enjoy the tunes , and those who are skeptical as towhether they got rhythm. It's a great couples bonding activity." - Spring 2005

"Very fun - you don't need a partner, everyone begins on about the same level,
very comfortable." - Spring 2005

"Works wonders to erase inhibitions, and enjoy dancing!" - Spring 2005

"The instructors are wonderful and make it seem easy. It's a blast!" - Spring 2005

"This class is fun, and I've learned loads of things I hope to use in the future!" - Spring 2005

"The instructors are amazinhg and enthusiastic. They can even teach engineers." - Spring 2005

"I ould say definitely take it. I had a lot of fun, it teaches a lot of great stuff. I loved it!" - Spring 2005

"I've learned more than I thought possible I really like the instructors, Kurt & his TA." - Spring 2004

"You learn a lot, his TA and Kurt are great teachers, and look good together, which is very motivating.
They are very experienced, and they care about the students." - Spring 2004

"This is a fun dance class that teaches a lot. Kurt and his TA are excellent instructors. The class was both educational and fun, suited even for beginners." - Spring 2004

"It is an amazing course that teaches a lot and is really quite fun!
The synergy between the instructors and the class was amazing! - Spring 2004

"Kurt & his TA's teaching were the best things about this course. My expectations were met and even exceeded." - Spring 2004

I would recommend this class. It was a lot of fun. The best thing about this course was the instructors. They were very enthusiastic." - Spring 2004

"What were the best things about this course?
BY FAR, his TA and Kurt! They work so well together!" - Spring 2004

"Of all the dance courses, his TA and Kurt's is the most comprehensive: they don't go too fast,and they help you to remember each dance. This is great for beginners like me." - Spring 2004

"The step by step clarity, the dry wit, I recommend this course. It was fun and I learned!! - Spring 2004

"Kurt & his TA made the atmosphere fun and comfortable. I looked forward to it.: - Spring 2004

"The instructors were always very eager to help out and everything was always explained really well.
I feel this course provides an excellent overview." - Spring 2004

"Fun, learned a lot. Instructors amde sure that everyone had adequate practice before going on." - Fall 2003

"Kurt & his TA were very capable instructors. Pace of the course was very good.
Good level of review."- Fall 2003

"Fun course, well taught. Instructors are humorus
and they explained the dance steps pretty clearly." - Fall 2003

"The instructors really know how to get the lesson across." - Fall 2003

"I really enJoyced the class - it didn't go too slowly and was the perfect way to get into swing.
I expected to have fun and learn to swing. I did! It was FUN!!!" - Fall 2003

"This is the best course I've taken at Cornell!. Kurt and his TA are are superb!! Their style of teaching is very clean and easily understandable. The music is good. " - Summer 2003

"YES! definitely take this course. K & I are good instructors, and the class is very well arranged.
Beyond my expectations. K & I are pretty easy going and welcoing.
They make you feel comfotable." - Summer 2003

"What were the best things about this course? Kurt and his TA. Yes, great fun." - Summer 2003

"Thank you very much for a really good course!!! " - Summer 2003

"This is a great course. I've enJoyced it a lot." - Summer 2003

"The enthusiasm of the instructors - they are happy to stay after class, playing music and answering questions, or going over a particular step, etc. Yup - fun." - Summer 2003

"This class covers all the basics and its fun! All questions were met, it was a nice atmosphere.
Both instructors were great." - Summer 2003

"Very instructive class. Great atmosphere. Great music." - Summer 2003

"Expected to learn a bit of swing and have a good time; learned more than I expected
and had a great time. Kurt & his TA rule!!" - Spring 2003

"Go ahead, take it. Make sure it's with these instructors. They were awesome." - Spring 2003

"Kurt and his TA are great instructors. They teach at a good speed, and understandably." - Spring 2003

"It's a must take! The class is lots of fun, and Kurt and his TA are great." - Spring 2003

"Makes you happy. Charming instructors." - Spring 2003

"The course is very fun and the instrucors are veryfriendly and organized. Very well taught to anybody , especially beginners. After the class, I was feeling well and up, becuase the class is fun." - Spring 2003

"This is a great dance course and I would definitely recommend it to a friend. The instructors are great, they teach lots of swing moves and gradually go over al the movements step by step. The instructors explain stuff even during breaks and after class." - Spring 2003

"I had fun and I feel like I learned a lot. It also increased my confidence on the dance floor. The pace was just about right for me." - Spring 2003

"Definitely take this course. I couldn't dance at the beginning of the semester and now I feel much more confident. The course is an excellent beginner course and goes at a really good pace." - Spring 2003

"I have already told others what a great class this is!" - Spring 2003

"Being a dancer myself, I would highly recommend this course. It is a lot of fun and I have learned a lot about dancing with a partner." - Spring 2003

"Yes, it was a lot of fun and Kurt and his TA really keep things upbeat and interesting. I definitely learned more than I expected." - Spring 2003

"It was fun, and I met a lot of people, and I feel like swing dancing is a great thing to know how to do." - Spring 2003

" I heard it was good. Expectations met! I really enJoyced it." - Spring 2003

"Take it. It was easy, laid back, and fun.
The dance level was appropriate and the music was good." - Spring 2003

"You get to shake our groove thang to a lot of swingin' songs. I wanted to have fun learning to swing dance; yes, my expectations were met." - Spring 2003

"Energetic teachers, great music, groovy moves." - Fall 2002

"A lot of fun! I enJoyced the choreography we did to "Zoot Suit Riot." - Fall 2002

"I would definitely recommend this class. I had a lot of fun and met new people" - Fall 2002

"Kurt & his TA did a great job - they worked well together as a team.
The class exceeded my expectations." - Fall 2002

"The instructors were very enthusiastic and eager to help. The music was fun." - Fall 2002

"I expected to learn how to dance, and I did. It's a load of fun; the music,
the dancing, the instructors" - Fall 2002

"It was a great course! I wanted to become more comfortable with a lot of moves
since I had little background in dancing. Now I enjoy going out to swing dances,
and I have enough intuition to follow almost any move." - Fall 2002

"Fun, full of energy, good instructors. Very relaxed un-pressured learning atmosphere." - Fall 2002

"It was well-paced and FUN! My expectations were exceeded.
I couldn't believe all I learned once we put it all together." - Fall 2002

"I would definitely recommend it - a great intro, good instruction. Groovy steps to groovy music, a fun recreational thing to do every week in the midst of academic chaos." - Fall 2002

"It was my first experience in dancing! And now... I can dance.
Thanks a lot! Funny and good instructors." - Fall 2002

"Great fun! Really interesting and you learn a lot. It's a great change in the middle of the week. Good music! Great instructing. I liked how each step was broken down into counts an smaller parts
- it made learning a lot easier." - Fall 2002

"The instructors were fun. The music was good. The atmosphere was friendly - no pressure - making mistakes was OK - and learning was inevitable because we practiced each part quite a lot." - Fall 2002

"Instructors are patient and enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Music is fun. Everyone there is having a good time. Instructors give clear demonstrations. They know what looks cool and fun." - Summer 2002

"Good starter course. Not too easy, but also not too intense or serious. Instructors were always patient and polite - they believe that dancing is for fun." - Summer 2002

"I would recommend this course. Highly! Then I'd pause, afrect a thoughtful pose and add: I couldn't dance if you shot at my feed before. NOW, I am an intermediate swinger." - Summer 2002

"A great course for beginners like myself. Good pace, good reviewing." - Summer 2002

"It's great and you have a lot of fun. And it's very professional. Relax and have fun" - Summer 2002

"More than met my expectations. It blew away all my stress. Fun, and lots of exercise." - Summer 2002

"It's fun, and the teaching is good, the music's great. A useful skill and good exercise, too." - Summer 2002

"The instructors have been the best I have experienced! The choice of music was great. ABSOLUTELY! A lot of energy, fun. Expected just to be happy with the basics, but there was a lot more than that!" - Spring 2002

"It is my best P.E. class!!! Burn lots of energy, and get to have FUN.
There is really nothing I want to change in this course." - Spring 2002

"Taught by great teachers. It's a great experience.
I'm sure that it is unparalleled to any other school's swing dance course.." - Spring 2002

"The instructors are really sweet, and I love Jumpswing!" - Spring 2002

"I liked the way the instructors teach the class. This class is fun! The music they play is good. The instructors are very helpful." - Spring 2002

"The laid back quality of the class was great. Very comfortable atmosphere that made it easy to ask questions." - Spring 2002

"If you are looking for an up-beat class for dance, this is great. Joyce's energy and Kurt's loose attitude made the class fun. Looking for an upbeat class? This is great!!" - Spring 2002

"Kurt & Joyce are the best! They really know how to teach!" - Spring 2002

"Not too difficult or too easy. The instructors worked really well with the students. It's a VERY enjoyable cass, and it teaches a lot about the fundamentals of swng." - Spring 2002

"Thanks Kurt & Joyce! Fun course. Fun, relaxed atmosphere. Easy pace." - Spring 2002

"I would definitely recommend this course to friends because it was really energetic and lots of fun. Me and my partner have become better dancers.." - Spring 2002

"It is an excellent class. Very clear explanations, great music."
"What were the best things about this course?
The instructors, of course. Very fun and funny." - Spring 2002

"The teachers are hilarious together, which make things more enjoyable. Good music as well, which is important." - Spring 2002

"It's fun, relaxing, and anyone can do it. Definitely recommend. Kurt and Joyce were great insturctors and kept the class lively with their irreverent humor." - Spring 2002

"I have already told my friends how much fun I am having and how much I have learned. Instructors were knowledgeable and knew how to teach it appropriately. Large variety of basic moves were learned. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who asks.." - Spring 2002

"Thank you - this was such fun! We are 'teaching' our friends! Definitely would recommend! It was good exercise and fun. I feel that I really learned the basics ." - Spring 2002

"Kurt and Joyce's teaching style works very well. It's very fun, and well-taught. I learned a lot and definitely got my money's worth." - Spring 2002

"I learned quite a bit, and enJoyced it. It was a good coverage of the basic of swing I learned a great deal. The dances were very well explained and easy to follow." - Spring 2002

"It's a great beginner couse that teaches the basics of swing. Also, Kurt & Joyce are very enthusiastic, and seem to really enjoy what they do, so they make it fun." - Spring 2002

"We learned in a fun and active way, rather than being simply explained to, we learned by actually dacning it. I would recommend this course, because I enJoyced it, and gained a broad knowledge of the essential swing steps." - Spring 2002

"I feel refreshed after each class! Good fun, stress relief." - Spring 2002

"I would highly recommend this course as a low-stress, fun, and informative way to begin swing dancing. Forget about worries each week. I enJoyced the instructor's enthusiasm, and willingness to stop and review. Both instructors information was valuable, but in different ways - they played off each other. And all the cool moves!" - Spring 2002

"What were the best things about htis course? Too many to list. It's been quite a change from the other dance instruction we've had." - Fall 2001

"Good ratio of basic move versus free experimentation. Nice in the way the instructrors would guage the class response when deciding to stay or move on. Good instructor personalities. Much fun." - Fall 2001

"YES! lots of fun, instructors grteat - you learn a lot and might actually use it when you go out! Music in this course is excellent, and the instructors are great. Always willing to help." - Fall 2001

"Kurt & Joyce are definitely the best instructors around. It's all good.." - Fall 2001

"It's da bomb!" - Fall 2001

"The instructors were helpful and entertaining, the songs were nice." - Fall 2001

"I enJoyced the course. It was fun, relaxed. I expected to learn some basic moves, and I think I did. Fun, easy to follow.." - Fall 2001

"It's a good intro to different types of swing, and we went over stuff multiple times so we didn't forget it. Yes, I know how to dance much better now." - Fall 2001

"Fun class, music was energetic. The class was filled with dancing, always moving around." - Fall 2001

"Kurt & Joyce! They are great dancers together, and made me laugh." - Fall 2001

"I would definitely recommend this course - it was so much fun and I learned a lot. The music, the dance steps - the course as a whole was excellent. No changes - it was great - you rock, Kurt & Joyce." - Fall 2001

"The instructors are friendly, approachable, and know their stuff. You can learn things that most people don't know." - Fall 2001

"It's a no-pressure fun course. They encourage you to learn and apply what you learn to improvise, but don't require more than the basics. And they are always there to help you with stuff you don't understand, or extras you want to learn. Kurt would give us a basic pattern, and then let us go and mess around with it." - Fall 2001

"It's a lot of fun and you learn a lot. The instructors are very friendly and helpful, and they make it a great environment to dance! I feel cnfident to dance with someone, too." - Fall 2001

"There's a friendly atmosphere and the class is fun and easy going. The instructors were extremely helpful and encouraging. The class was fun and enjoyable." - Fall 2001

"Thoroughly recommend. Swing dancing is really fun! Great music." - Fall 2001

"It's a lot of fun and you learn a lot. I ewxpected to be able to hold my own at a swing dance club - certainly so. Everything was great - instrtuctors, course materials, everything." - Fall 2001

"The teachers are great and it's tons of fun! I learned how to swing dance! The teachers were funny and taught really well. They made everything seem easy." - Fall 2001

"Highly recommended. Fun, enjoyable and interesting. Enthusiasm of the instructors." - Fall 2001

"I would say definitely take this course, because it gives you a nice break durring a stressful week. Plus, you learn a lot. I expected to learn swing and have fun, I got both." - Fall 2001

"It was fun and educational! What were the best things about this course? Kurt & Joyce's energy and enthusiasm." - Fall 2001

"I would tell my friends not to hesitate one bit, and take this extraordinary course! It is extreme fun and a great workout! The instructors were great and encouraged us in a non-pressured environment! I learned a lot this way, and never felt embarrassed." - Fall 2001

"Awesome... learned a lot, great high-energy break from the week. Instructors are wonderful. Great at motivating and teaching clearly at the same time. Learned range of easy-to-use moves. Would like more Jump Jitterbug." - Fall 2001

"I wanted to understand the basics of swing and learn how to follow instead of discussing what we should do. I definitely learned all of this." - Fall 2001

"I liked the fact that we learned step by step, I was never confused. I would recommend this course because it's fun and not TOO active. It's an escape from stress." - Fall 2001

"LOVE the Zoot Suit Riot lesson. Fun to know how to swing." - Fall 2001

"It covers a variety of material at a reasonably fast pace, and the instuctors, while perhaps a bit eccentric, are especially effective and non-judemental. I really liked the mixers. They were a lot of fun." - Fall 2001

"Detailed footwork explanations helped those with poor kineaesthetic senses. Good swing intro." - Fall 2001

"The course is tons of fun, and I learned very much. HOORAY FOR SWING!" - Fall 2001

"We learned a lot from the course and the instructors were very talented. I feel confident to go outand dance swing." - Fall 2001

"S'FANTASTIC! SPACTACULA! Wow, great music, good company. 1-1/2 hours a week to get you re-energized and ready to go!! FUN STUFF! When Kurt & Joyce make jokes, they're really funny and make the class entertaining." - Fall 2001

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