Start Your Journey

Welcome to Swing Dancing

No experience or partner is necessary! We rotate partners in group classes and teach you how to dance with anyone.

Captured by Nina Galicheva

Choose Your Dance

Both styles are social partner dances. Pick the one that speaks to you, or try both!

Lindy Hop

Energetic, playful, and rooted in jazz. Born in Harlem's Savoy Ballroom, Lindy Hop is the original swing dance.

High energy and ahtletic
Vintage swing and jazz music
Playful and improvisional

Explore Lindy Hop

West Coast Swing

Smooth, contemporary, and versatile. Dance to virtually any music–pop, R&B, country, you name it.

Smooth and groovy
Contemporary music (pop, R&B, blues)
Connection and musicality focused

Captured by Nina Galicheva

What to Expect

No Partner Needed

Most people come solo! We rotate partners throughout class so you get experience dancing with different people.

Zero Experience Required

Group beginner classes start from the absolute basics. You'll learn the fundamental steps, how to connect with a partner, and basic musicality. Everyone starts somewhere. We've got you.

What to Wear

Comfortable clothes you can move in. For shoes:

Smooth-soled shoes that can slide (leather-soled dress shoes, dance sneakers)
Avoid rubber-soled sneakers—they stick to the floor and can hurt your knees
When in doubt, wear what’s comfortable, and we’ll help you figure out the rest

Welcoming Community

Swing dancing is social. You'll meet people, make friends, and become part of a community that loves to dance and support each other.

Start With a Class

Beginner group classes are taught by experienced instructors in partnership with Danznik Studios. Drop in anytime, no committment required.

Beginner West Coast Swing with Jes Ann Nail

Thu, Nov 5 • 6:30 PM

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West Coast Swing with Swingiversity

Learn the fundamentals of WCS in progressive classes.

Fri, Nov 6 • 6:30 PM

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Intro to West Coast Swing: Beginner Class at Flow Fridays

Fri, Nov 6 • 8:30 PM

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West Coast Swing Competitor Training with Dimitri Hector

Mon, Nov 9 • 7:00 PM

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Lindy Hop – Swing Dance Classes with Gaby Cook & AJ Howard

Tue, Nov 10 • 7:00 PM

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Lindy Hop Guided Practice with Midtown Swings

Tue, Nov 10 • 7:00 PM

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Intro to Lindy Hop: Beginner Class at Midtown Swings

Tue, Nov 10 • 9:00 PM

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West Coast Swing: Progressive Learning with Jes Ann & Dimitri

Wed, Nov 11 • 7:00 PM

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Intro to West Coast Swing: Beginner Class at House of West

Wed, Nov 11 • 8:30 PM

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House of West – NYC’s Weekly West Coast Swing Party

Weekly WCS social hosted by Jes Ann and featuring rotating DJs.

Wed, Nov 11 • 9:00 PM

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West Coast Swing Beginner Boot Camp

Sun, Dec 20 • 3:00 PM

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Join the Party

Social dances are where the magic happens. Practice what you've learned, dance with new people, and experience the fun of swing dancing.

Socials welcome dancers of all levels, and there's always a beginner lesson before the social to get you started.

Flow Fridays

NYC's biggest West Coast Swing social.

Fri, Nov 6 • 8:30 PM

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Midtown Swings – Weekly Swing Dance Party

Weekly social dance hosted by Gaby & AJ featuring rotating DJs.

Tue, Nov 10 • 9:00 PM

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Soul Sunday: West Coast Swing Social

A monthly indoor picnic and WCS social.

Sun, Dec 20 • 5:00 PM

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Questions?

We're here to help. Reach out anytime–we love talking to new dancers!