Mike and Ellie Lindy

Mike and Ellie have been dance partners for over 4 years, and in that time have created social dances, classes, workshops, and events. In 2021 they brought their unique style to LA to share in the rich history Lindy Hop holds here, and be surrounded by music and movement that are unparalleled in the area. Constantly pushing to not only maintain and honor the history of Lindy Hop, they also strive to develop their own voice and add to the community that is built around vernacular jazz in its many forms.

Ellie has a passion for dance and has dedicated her life to the art form. Ellie started dancing in Colorado where she studied ballet, contemporary, modern, jazz, and more under Nancy Tracy and at Sangre de Cristo Art Center under Stephen Wynne. In 2016, Ellie moved to Orlando, Florida, and found a new home in swing dancing, which brought her to Southern California in 2021.

Mike first started dancing when a collegiate couple taught him how to swing at the ripe age of twelve and by fourteen he was teaching large group classes in Central Florida. From swing he branched into traditional jazz and hip hop, then found himself in the fiercely competitive world of Ballroom Dance while studying at Brigham Young University. While the competitive aspect of Ballroom was thrilling, the authenticity of Lindy Hop and other vintage street dances pulled him back to his roots.