Paulette Brockington

My passion and expertise are directed toward creating the most impactful works of Theatre, dance and other forms of expression. I believe that it is through collaboration that we can best define our strengths, talents and skills that we realize the potential in others as well.

She has been a member of and/or guest artist with modern dance companies, ballet companies, acting companies and opera companies. She is a versatile performer able to perform in a number of styles. An active artist-in-residence and workshop teacher, she has choreographed and performed, receiving honors/awards and grants for her work. She has works in the repertory of MixedBlood (Toronto), Ballethnic Dance Company (Atlanta), House of Jit (Detroit) and Body Rhythm Dance Theatre (Detroit) as well as her own A Company of Dancers.

She has been an Assistant Professor on the faculties of WCCCD, Marygrove College, The University of Michigan, Michigan State University and a Master Teacher for the Traditional Arts Program.

Paulette Brockington is a dancer, workshop teacher (Jazz, Swing Era Hip Hop, authentic jazz, rap and generational Lindy Hop), author and 20th century vernacular dance historian whose work has led her across the USA, to Japan, the UK, Sweden, Germany, Norway & Canada. A protege of the late Frankie Manning, she is active as a competitor, swing music DJ, dance coach and competition judge. She is a former World Fast Dance Champion, World Swing Dance Champion and Open Hustle Champion. She directs the American Lindy Hop Championships, Known for her versatility, musicality, and creativity on dance floors and stages as a performer and choreographer, she specializes in 1920s-1960s jazz dance which she calls Swing Era Hip Hop. Paulette designed Lindy curriculum she has been using since working as a Master Teacher in the Traditional Arts Program that has been developed into the Lindy Teacher Training Bootcamp and is now called the Lindy Technique & Teacher Training Workshop Series to recapture the spirit and skill that existed during the Swing Era. Additionally, she is a Fulbright Specialist for World Learning in the US State Department with a 3-year appointment ending in 2025. 

The Lindy Technique & Teacher Training Workshop Series covers roughly 3000 vernacular dance steps. Its goal is to fortify one's Lindy vocabulary with a consistent vocabulary, consistent teaching principles and a clear understanding of Lindy's place in society from the 1920s 'til today. It offers 60 contact hours/20 CTLEs toward for a Certificate of Completion. It is approved by the New York State Department of Education.

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Vernacular Dance Residency program

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Find Paulette

Lindy Technique & Lindy Teacher Training Workshop Series
New York, NY
Tentatively scheduled for February 8-9, 2025
April 2025
June 2025
August 2025
October 2025
November 2025

Blues, Lindy, Jazz workshops
Toronto TBA

American Lindy Hop Championships
Oct. 17-19, 2025

Swing Craze Festival
Grand Hotel Adriatico
Montesilvano, Pesara, Italy
November 28- 30,2025

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Available for rent in metro Detroit only. Includes set-up and removal. Click the CONTACT for more information.

Paulette is a versatile dance educator and a stunning choreographer. She elevates the art form, and doesn't shy away from contemporary issues in choreography. Paulette is a well-rounded teacher and director, and creates lovely and compelling imagery through dance."

--- Christina-Marie Sears, Maple Street Studios

"Hey friends, if you’ve ever considered learning to swing dance, please check out the online lessons being offered by Paulette Brockington. Paulette learned from one of the originals- Frankie Manning- and it’s the coolest thing to be able to say I learned from someone who learned from one of the creators of Lindy Hop! I’m basically Frankie Manning’s granddaughter since I’m one of Paulette’s Lindy babies 🤣

Paulette not only knows her content, but she makes learning fun by teaching the group dances you see at socials and in the movies. I am so thankful I was able to take her classes and you will be too if you do. Highly recommend. Miss you and our weekly classes, Paulette!"

--- Lauren Lindz

"Get a chance to learn with one of the best! Paulette Brockington introduced me to lindy hop/swing and has an almost encyclopedic knowledge of the history behind the dances you could learn in her classes. As one of the few who initially learned from the legendary Frankie Manning, being her student is part of sharing that legacy of movement. Real talk, she is encouraging but also give you a challenge when you need it - don’t be afraid to come in with an open mind for dance, and what you want to achieve."

--- Danni Wu

"Paulette is more than just a dancer, more than just a teacher. She is a walking repository of history and artistry. She is a true artist in many ways and she truly cares about bringing the best out of people. With her guidance, I’ve even performed on multiple stages without ever considering myself a performer. If you have the opportunity to work with her you'd witness the best of varieties of dance, the best of history, and, possibly, the best of yourself."

--- Steve Johnson

"The best dance teacher. I loved her class. And as for class, she is pure class. Beautiful, loving, caring and dedicated to a phenomenal craft. She makes it seem effortless. She will always have my deep respect. Thank you Paulette for showing me the “steps” to pure self expression."

--- Diane Cook

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