There are several unique and distinguishing characteristics of Savoy Style Lindy Hop.
Savoy is bouncier than Hollywood style (also known as Smooth Style).
Savoy style dancers use a more relaxed standing position, in contrast to the upright position used by Hollywood dancers.
Unlike Hollywood swing outs and break-aways, Savoy swing outs do not involve a whip.
Savoy style dancers also tend to move around the dance floor much more than Hollywood Style dancers. Hollwood style is known as more of a slotted dance, meaning that the dancers tend to stay in the same position or move within a linear slot.
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