Beginner: Intro to Swing Dancing
Wednesdays—August 6, 13, 20, 27 at 7–8 PM
Teachers: Jay & John
Learn the 6-count basic rhythm of Swing and an array of classic moves to get you ready to social dance in just 1 month.
Prerequisites: None, this class is for everyone! No instructor evaluation is necessary if this is your first class with us.
See our Class Sequence page for more information about our courses.
Wednesdays—August 6, 13, 20, 27 at 7–8 PM
Teachers: Jay & John
Learn the 6-count basic rhythm of Swing and an array of classic moves to get you ready to social dance in just 1 month.
Prerequisites: None, this class is for everyone! No instructor evaluation is necessary if this is your first class with us.
See our Class Sequence page for more information about our courses.
Wednesdays—August 6, 13, 20, 27 at 7–8 PM
Teachers: Jay & John
Learn the 6-count basic rhythm of Swing and an array of classic moves to get you ready to social dance in just 1 month.
Prerequisites: None, this class is for everyone! No instructor evaluation is necessary if this is your first class with us.
See our Class Sequence page for more information about our courses.
In this class, You Can EXPECT To:
Learn one of the basic rhythms of Lindy Hop
Explore the technique of how to lead (create signals) and follow (react to signals)
Learn multiple turns and handholds
Learn basic social dance etiquette and how to connect with the music to start dancing!
Choosing a Role
Swing dancing is a partner dance, with both partners contributing equally to create something fun and exciting together. Leads generally create signals for their partners, and Follows, in turn, react to those signals. We encourage you to learn whichever role you are most interested in, or even both! For class balance, we do ask that you stick to the role you have signed up for that month. Read our Getting Started Guide for more about learning to swing dance with Traffic Jam!