Even though our Intermediate Lindy Hop already started this past Sunday, we still have room for Leads. Please contact us if you are interested in joining on the second week. This class will be designed to challenge those who know the foundations of Lindy Hop by exploring style, footwork and timing variations, and move combinations.

We have just opened for registration two new classes to start in early Fall. The two classes are the Balboa Series Class in the 2:30pm time slot followed by the Swing Dance Series Class at the 4pm time. Both classes start from scratch so no previous dance experience is necessary. The Swing Dance Class is perfect for those looking to get a good well-rounded foundation in the basics of swing dancing (so you can look like you know your way around a dance floor).

You only have a few days left to register at the early registration price of $60/person. After that the price goes up to $70/person so hurry to reserve your spot now! Both six week series classes start this Sunday, May 1st and run to June 12th (no class on Memorial Day Weekend).

Swing Dance - Never danced before and want to get started? The Swing Dance class is perfectly designed to give you all the fundamentals of swing dancing, plus some great moves and variations. The class will feature the 6-count swing dance basic and progress into a variety of moves, turns, and combos. As with most all of the series classes, no previous dance experience or partner is needed so don’t let either one stop you from signing up! Click here to register online.

Lindy Hop 2 – Are you ready to take your Lindy Hop to the next level or maybe you just want to cement in what you’ve already learned? From the Lindy Hop basics to intermediate moves and variations… Lindy Hop 2 is designed to make you a stronger dancer. You must know the 8 count basic Lindy basic to take this class. Click here to register online.

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Charleston Series Class: Starting on October 17th, we will be offering the Charleston series class. This class will start with 20′s style partner Charleston and progress into 30′s style (or Lindy Charleston). It will cover everything from basics to a variety of moves and style. Each class will build upon information from the previous class to continuously further your knowledge week by week. Classes will be an hour long followed by a half hour of practice, questions, and individual help. This is for dancers of all levels looking to add Charleston into their swing. No partner needed; individuals and couples welcome! Click here to register online.

Lindy Hop Series Class: We will also be offering their most popular class, the Lindy Hop series. Lindy Hop (also known as Jitterbug) is the original form of swing dancing, popularized in the 30s and 40s. This class will start from scratch and teach you all the basics and fundamentals of the dance in addition to moves, technique, and style. Each class will build upon information from the previous class to continuously further your knowledge week by week. Classes will be an hour long followed by a half hour of practice, questions, and individual help. Previous dance experience is helpful, but not required. No partner needed; individuals and couples welcome! Both classes are great for beginners or experienced dancers looking to learn Lindy Hop and/or Charleston for the first time. Click here to register online.

Be sure to check out our new video that has a quick demo of some of what we teach in both classes.

Only a few more days to register in advance for the classes that start this Sunday afternoon (Aug. 29th). Be sure to reserve your spot now and save $10 over the day-of rate!

Swing Dance Series Class: Looking to get started with swing dancing? This is the perfect class for you! This six week series class will take you step-by-step from the basic to all the essential moves and variations. The goal of the class is to make you a strong dancer that is knowledgeable and feels confident on the dance floor. To do this, the class will introduce solid lead/follow techniques and explain how the dance works as opposed to memorizing steps. No partner or previous dance experience is needed, so don’t be shy! Click here for more information and registration.

Collegiate Shag Series Class: Don’t miss your chance to learn one of our favorite dances, the Collegiate Shag! Not only can you dance to fast music with ease, but you will also have tons of fun learning something new and moving your body. The best part is that you don’t have to have any prior dance experience or knowledge to take this class; it’s designed for everyone from beginners to experienced dancers. It’s been over a year since this class has been offered so don’t let the opportunity pass you by to learn one of the swing era’s most fun and upbeat dances! Click for more information.

Below is a list of the remaining dance shoe inventory that we are running a sale on. The selection will be available for try-on and purchase at select 2nd & 4th Saturday Dances. Keep an eye on the weekly email list to see when we’ll have them out. You can also contact us if you are interested in a particular pair.

Women’s Size/Styles
Wingtip Mesh Oxford – Black/White – Size 10
Velvet Oxford – Red – Size 6
Velvet Oxford – Black – Size 6
Leather Oxford – Black/White – Size 5 and 6.5
Peep-Toe Mesh Oxford – Black – Size 6 and 11
Closed-Back Wedge – Black – Size 7 and 10
Peep-Toe Mary Jane Wedge – Black – Size 7.5

Men’s Size/Styles
Leather Captoe – White – Size 8
Leather Captoe – Brown – Size 11
Classic Dress Sneaker – Brown Plaid – Size 10

Collegiate Shag Series Class - Starting August 29th: If you have ever wanted to learn Collegiate Shag, now is your chance as it’s been a year and a half since we last taught this class! Fast paced and fun, Shag is an energetic dance that is perfect for faster tempos. It’s really EASY to learn and this class will take you from the basics to moves, variations, and style! If you can remember “slow, slow, quick, quick”, then you can learn Shag! Don’t miss your chance to learn this super fun dance and get a bit more fit in the process.  Click here for more information and to register.

Swing Dance Series Class – Starting August 29th: Never danced before and want to get started? This six-week series class is designed to give you all the fundamentals of swing dancing, plus some great moves and variations. The class will feature the 6-count swing dance basic and progress into a variety of moves, turns, and combos based off of it. As with most all of the series classes, no previous dance experience is required and no prartner is required either so don’t let either one stop you from signing up! Click here for more information and registration.

Think it’s too late to join the Lindy Hop class that started this past Sunday? It’s not too late because you can join in on the second week! We will offer a brief review before the next class to get you up to speed. Note – the class is closed to follows at this time, but we still have room for leads. Please contact us about joining the class as online sign-up is closed.

This class is geared for people who have never danced a step in their lives as we start you with the 6 count basic. We cover 6 count based material for the first 3 weeks, then move into the 8 count basic and moves for the remaining 3 weeks. All the while, we concentrate on how to get connection for communication and leading and how to make you more comfortable on the dance floor with Lindy Hop. Click here for more info.

That’s right folks, only 2 days left to register for the Balboa 2 Series Class or the Lindy Hop Series Class. This is your last chance to take our 6 week series classes as we will be taking July and August off. Both classes are open to all ages and no partner is required  (we rotate on a volunteer basis). So hurry to sign up now before the early registration rate is gone (Sat. @ midnight is the cutoff). Register online or call/email to sign up now!

The Balboa 2 class at 2:30pm is great for anyone who already knows the basic in Balboa and is familiar with the Come Around and Toss Out (we will do a brief review of those two moves). This class is a must if you are looking to learn more Bal combos, style, or moves. Click here for more info.

Following the Balboa class at 4:00pm is our most popular class, the Lindy Hop Series Class! This class is geared for people who have never danced a step in their lives as we start you with the 6 count basic. We cover 6 count based material for the first 3 weeks, then move into the 8 count basic and moves for the remaining 3 weeks. All the while, we concentrate on how to get connection for communication and leading and how to make you more comfortable on the dance floor with Lindy Hop. Click here for more info.

Looking to get started with swing dancing? Starting Sunday, May 23rd, we’ll be offering our ever popular Lindy Hop Series Class! This class will cover all the essential moves and variations of the dance. It is designed to get you comfortable on the dance floor. It will start with the 6-count basic and progress into the 8-count swing out. Each week will build on the class before and take you step-by-step thought the dance. Click here for more info.

Also starting on May 23rd is the Balboa 2 Class. This class is a continuation of the Balboa class that wrapped up 3 weeks ago and is open to the public. This class is open to all dancers who already know the basics of Balboa. This six week series class is your chance to dig deep into the complexities that make Balboa such a fun yet challenging swing dance! Not only will you learn new moves and combos, the class will take a detailed look at technique, connection, and style. Click here for more info.