Welcome to the home page of Mike & Mary Richardson, swing dance instructors & performers.  We teach and promote the original swing dances of the 1930's & 40's big band swing era - Lindy Hop & Balboa - and the great music of that era!  Our motto: Keepin' it Real!

Subscribe to the Hepcats Email Newsletter for the latest info on classes and dances - - and for discounts!  Send an email to Mike Richardson at info@luv2swingdance.com and he'll get you set up for the newsletter.

Notes:  (1) you'll receive a verification email from Mike (2) we don't sell, lend or otherwise provide your email info to anyone.

What's next?

o  Hepcats Fall 2025 classes start Sunday, Oct. 26th.  On-line registration now open.  Register on-line and save $5!

o  Sun., Sep. 21st - Swing Dance Practice Session.  Your chance to dance to great swing music, DJ'd by Mike Richardson of the Hepcats.

 

Out-of-Town Events

Sat., Sep. 6th:  This year's Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) 1940's day was once again a fun event to attend!  Check out this web page for some photos from the event.  And keep an eye out for the date of the event in 2026!

 

 

 

Hepcats Classes & Dances

Hepcats Fall 2025 classes start Sunday, Oct. 26th!  On-line registration now open.  Register on-line and save $5!  See the Hepcats classes web page for all info.

Sun., Sep. 21st - Next Hepcats Swing Dance Practice Session.  Your chance to dance to great swing music, DJ'd by Mike Richardson of the Hepcats.

 

Private Lessons.  Want to learn right away and get one-on-one instruction?  Take a private lesson with Mike & Mary!  Contact Mike at info@luv2swingdance.com, or 859-420-2426 for info.

 

Videos: The Music & the Dance

The Music.  One of the best bands of the big band era was the great Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra.  Check out this recording of their version of "Annie Laurie", recorded in 1937.

The Dance.  Check out this video clip of a birthday dance for Mike, dancing Balboa to Count Basie "Swingin' the Blues", c. 230 bpm!

 

Vintage Clothing & Swing Dancing

Mike & Mary Richardson have won several swing-era, i.e. 1930’s/40’s best dressed vintage contests, couple and/or individual.  In addition to best dressed vintage contests, we often swing dance in our vintage clothes and shoes. Click here for more info on vintage clothing.  Also, feel free to ask us questions, we are happy to share our knowledge and expertise!

Travel - Vintage Clothes - Cruising!  As some of you may know, Mike & Mary no longer work full-time, but we don’t like to use the word “retired” – we are staying busy and active!  And we have been able to do some traveling.  Click here for info on some of Mike & Mary’s travel adventures.