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Downbeat is a twice monthly Lindy Hop dance in Richmond, Virginia. There is a drop-in beginner lesson 7-8pm and DJ'ed dancing 8-10pm. Downbeat is donation-based and utilizes a NOTAFLOF policy (no one turned away for lack of funds). Cash and venmo donations are used to compensate our instructors and DJs.
Downbeat takes place at Gold Lion Community Cafe in Manchester. (website/instagram) Gold Lion has great food and drinks, plus an attached bar next door called Duke's Den. We encourage tipping the staff and bussing your tables (in general, be a good patron).
Downbeat happens roughly every 2nd and 4th Friday.
Here are the remaining 2nd and 4th Fridays in 2025:
Downbeat is run by Mattie Kelly and TJ Wignall. When we make a contact email soon, it will go here. We have day jobs, so please allow some time for a response. Downbeat is a labor of love!
Is Downbeat happening? I didn't see anything online about it.
-----> We don't post on social media as much these days. Don't worry if you don't see an instagram post or facebook event. If the date is listed above, assume we will be dancing. We would love for you to drop by.
When are we getting Downbeat merch?
-----> Soon, we hope! We have lots of ideas but little free time. We promise we want cool t-shirts too, be patient with us. ♡
I am interested in teaching the drop-in or DJing the dance!
-----> Not a question, but that's great news. ;) We would love to hear from you. Until we have an official email, find one of us (Mattie or TJ) at a dance and let us know. And then maybe message us a reminder, thank you we love you.
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