Learn
in our fun, friendly drop-in classes
8:15pm - 9:15pm Beginner
8:15pm - 9:15pm Basics & Beyond
Every Wednesday
VFW Post 529
Learning west coast swing is a fun way to meet new friends and get moving! We offer a variety of drop-in classes and series classes for your learning enjoyment. Our classes have something for everyone, from the “never-danced-before” beginner, to the “I’ve got my basics” dancer, to the “give me more tricks” dancer.
West coast swing is a living dance, a street dance, and an art form above all else. Progress is never quite linear like in syllabized ballroom styles of dance, but we do our best to guide dancers to a class that fits their needs. Students may place themselves in the drop-in class they feel is most appropriate, but if you need help choosing, ask for an instructor at the DJ booth.
Both the Beginner and Basics & Beyond drop-in classes are offered every Wednesday night at the VFW. Come right in, no pre-registration required! (but we do recommend paying online for faster check-in)
Arriving to class on time
Please note that we close the doors for our 8:15pm drop-in classes at 8:25pm so that latecomers don’t disrupt the class. If you arrive after 8:25pm, our front desk staff will invite you in at the start of social dancing, usually between 9:15pm-9:30pm. There’s an excellent and reasonably priced bar upstairs with a pool table and seating area while you wait. We appreciate you helping our instructors give the best class possible and preventing issues/injuries caused by latecomers who miss important material.
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Our drop-in classes are offered from 8:15pm-9:15pm every single Wednesday at the VFW. Class sizes are not capped- join us any time! Register online by choosing that week’s “Wednesday Dance” or register at the door (please note that we do not have a credit card reader on site). Your admission fee includes a drop-in class plus social dancing afterwards.
Beginner
If you’re new to west coast swing or looking to brush up your basics, this is the class for you! We’ll take you from two left feet to social dance champ in one hour flat. Covers left and right side pass, push break, and tuck. We recommend that new dancers take this class at least 4-8 times before transitioning to Basics & Beyond.
Basics & Beyond
It’s time to spice up your basics and learn more complex movements and concepts. We’ll cover technique, partnership skills, whips, turns, and beyond. We recommend that new dancers take Beginner at least 4-8 times before transitioning to Basics & Beyond.
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New dancers should start in our weekly Beginner drop-in class. We recommend taking this class at least 4-8 times before trying the Basics & Beyond class.
Basics & Beyond is our weekly drop-in class for dancers who are confident in Beginner material (which usually takes 4-8 classes plus some social dancing).
All About Our Classes
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“We’re fools whether we dance or not, so we might as well dance.”
9:15pm(ish) - 11:45pm social dancing
Live DJs
Every Wednesday
VFW Post 529
Social dancing is the heart and soul of west coast swing. It’s where you find your own style, learn how to adapt to different partners, and experience the joy of improvised lead/follow dancing. Come play with us!
New to social dancing? Read our FAQ.
Our code of conduct defines expectations of attendees, staff, and special guest instructors/performers in order to maintain our fun, safe community environment.
