Name
Isaac Yonemoto
Location:
Waipahu, HI, United States
Hometown:
Arlington, VA, United States |
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My Story:
I'd always loved Jazz music, and wanted to take my understanding of the music 'to a new level'; I found out that a person I grew up with in my neighborhood was a high-profile swing dancer, so I thought, "I'll give it a shot", but never got around to it.
Lindy hop has basically allowed me to connect with my body, to have a more visceral appreciation of music, and to meet other people and communicate in ways that don't involve words, and gives me a great excuse to be active - what's there to not love about that!
Additional Questions
When/where did you first start doing Lindy Hop?
2003, San Diego
Why did you first start doing Lindy Hop?
I'd always wanted to, but never got out; went on a blind internet date to a swing lesson. I stayed; she didn't.
What is the size of your local Lindy community?
Small
How often do you go out dancing or take lessons?
More than I probably should.
What is your favorite thing about Lindy Hop (both as an activity and as a community)?
I love the music. And the strong connections, both dancewise, and socially.
What do you do for a living?
Research Scientist.
Male/Female:
Male
Year you were born?
1981
What bit of non-swing info about you would the Lindy community find interesting?
How has Lindy Hop changed your life?
It got me through graduate school.
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