About Us
About Providence Swings
Providence Swings is a nonprofit dance organization dedicated to the advancement of Lindy Hop and other vernacular dances of the Jazz Era. After five years of inactivity, we have a brand new board and vision for the future. We hope to reestablish Providence Swings as a cultural touchstone in Rhode Island with a focus on our community members.
What is Lindy Hop?
Our organization is committed to preserving Lindy Hop through educational opportunities like classes and social dances. This video explains where Lindy Hop originated and provides a baseline for historical context. For further education, look into famous Lindy dancers like Frankie Manning, Norma Miller, 'Shorty' George Snowden, Big Bea, and Whitey's Lindy Hoppers (professional dance troupe).
Who We Are
Mikkie Hass as President
Madison Burtan as Vice President
Madison Burtan as Vice President
Mikkie (she/her) started her dance journey in 2013. Since then, Mikkie has danced, taught, DJed, and organized in Rhode Island. Having been mentored by Daryl Begin and Jen Stout at Providence Swings, she owes much of her passion and styling choices to their influence. Mikkie cannot wait to bring back the organization that brought her here
Mikkie (she/her) started her dance journey in 2013. Since then, Mikkie has danced, taught, DJed, and organized in Rhode Island. Having been mentored by Daryl Begin and Jen Stout at Providence Swings, she owes much of her passion and styling choices to their influence. Mikkie cannot wait to bring back the organization that brought her here and share the joy of Providence Swings with the community in RI once again!
Madison Burtan as Vice President
Madison Burtan as Vice President
Madison Burtan as Vice President
Madison (she/they) has been dancing for about 3 years. They began their Lindy Hop journey when they wanted to find a dance style that incorporated other people to find community in Rhode Island. They have enjoyed going to local events and workshops and are thrilled to join this incredible team.
Rhianon Small as Treasurer
Madison Burtan as Vice President
Madeline Montgomery as Secretary
Rhianon (she/they) has had a love for Lindy Hop since they first joined the scene in 2013. They started their journey after seeing Lindy Hop portrayed in shows and cinema and quickly developed a passion for the dance. They love playing with musicality and telling stories through movement. They also enjoy working with new students to feel empowered to play around and explore what the dance can be.
Madeline Montgomery as Secretary
Madeline Montgomery as Secretary
Madeline Montgomery as Secretary
Madeline (she/her) started Lindy Hop in 2023 as a way to meet people and learn something new, and quickly fell in love with the music, the dance, and the community. She is excited to bring her nonprofit background to Providence Swings to help build up the wonderful Lindy Hop community in Rhode Island.
Del Rose Hooker as Director
Madeline Montgomery as Secretary
Del Rose Hooker as Director
Del Rose (she/her) has been a devoted swing dancer for about a year. She has experience with cultural archival work and is passionate about preserving history through the arts. She is excited to join Providence Swings as one of the directors.