Ambassador Jamin Jackson

Spreading the joy of Lindy Hop in Tulsa OK and around the globe

Jamin and Sonia Dresden Germany social dance demo (2016) by Jamin JacksonFrankie Manning Foundation

Lindy Hop artistry

Frankie Manning Foundation Ambassador Jamin Jackson believes in preserving and expanding the artistry of Lindy hop social dance. Improvised social dance with Sonia Ortega, Dresden Germany.

Jamin Jackson, Lindy Hop Moves (2013-05) by Jamin JacksonFrankie Manning Foundation

Lindy Hop service

“My greatest impact has been made by sharing my love and knowledge of Lindy Hop to students in over 27 countries. This is largely credited to the Frankie Manning Foundations initial belief in my potential by granting me as one of the first ambassadors a scholarship to Herrang Dance Camp for education.

Because of my international efforts expanding Lindy Hop into new territories, I have become a founding board member of two non profit swing dance focused organizations and have recently been accepted as one the newest board members of the Tulsa Global Alliance non profit organization.”

Swing Dance in Tulsa, Oklahoma (2012-05) by Landon J PhotograpyFrankie Manning Foundation

Power of Reconciliation

In 1921 Tulsa, Oklahoma had one of the worst race riots in US history, leaving a deep scar on our community. Despite the efforts of many, Tulsa like many cities has struggled to fully recover.

In 2012, my wife and I launched an international event to demonstrate how we could unite a city and its people through the power of Lindy Hop.

Why Online Swing Dance lessons? | by Jamin Jackson (2016) by Jamin JacksonFrankie Manning Foundation

Lindy Hop expansion

Jamin is committed to expanding Lindy Hop in new territories across the globe by maximizing free online education and resources for swing dance enthusiasts

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