Underhill's Swing and Shag Dance Collective

  Have you ever had a dance where everything just clicked ? The music seemed to move through you, your partner's intentions were crystal clear, and your feet just knew what to do without a moment's thought. Time seemed to melt away, and you weren't thinking about the next step or how you looked, but simply being the dance. If you've felt that, you've touched upon what psychologists call the Flow State , a concept pioneered by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. My wife and I often experience this, and it's exhilarating. What's even more fascinating is when people watching Denise and I dance, they describe that exact feeling – a seamless connection, an effortless joy – they're describing us in flow. But what exactly is this 'flow,' and how does it manifest itself on the social dance floor? What is the Flow State? The Psychology of Optimal Experience Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, a renowned psychologist, dedicated his life to understanding what makes people trul...

Do you love music and want to learn some fun new moves? Get ready to groove! Underhill's Swing and Shag Dance Collective ( www.swingandshagdancecollective.com ), in partnership with the War Memorial Cultural Arts & Community Center, a valued hub for arts and community engagement in Powhatan , is thrilled to announce FREE beginner Swing dance classes starting on Monday, September 22nd, 2025! Whether you have two left feet or are looking for a fun way to get active, this welcoming and energetic 6-week series is the perfect place to learn the foundational steps of lively Swing dancing. The Carolina Shag, a smooth and stylish dance popular in the Carolinas, is actually a derivative of Swing. This beginner Swing class is a fantastic first step on a journey to mastering either (or both!) of these classic American dance styles. Our experienced and enthusiastic instructors, Roger & Denise Underhill, are dedicated to creating a fun and supportive learning environment for everyone....