House of West Social

Come join us at the House of West, NYC’s weekly space to learn, practice, social dance West Coast Swing (WCS)!

If you’re new to WCS, don’t worry – our Level 1 Intro class is perfect for you. No experience or partner is necessary, and all levels are welcome.

Every first Thursday features a mock Jack & Jill competition during the middle of the night.

WHERE & WHEN

• 6:30pm – Level 3 West Coast Swing
• 7:30pm – Level 2 West Coast Swing
• 8:30pm – Level 1 West Coast Swing
• 9-11:30pm – House of West Social

Danznik Studios, 240 W 37th St, 2nd Fl

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Level 1: West Coast Swing | 8:30pm

If you’re new to WCS – our WCS Intro Class is perfect for you! Join us for a fun & friendly beginner lesson and then practice your new moves at the social party.

All-levels welcome, no partner or experience is necessary.

> Move up to Level 2
Our learning recommendation is to take the Level 1 Class for an entire 4-weeks (1 month) series.

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Level 2: West Coast Swing | 7:30pm

Learn the basic eight-count patterns, advanced variations, footwork, and technique. No partner needed.

Prerequisite: Have attended Level 1 for all 4-weeks of class content or have learned all of the basic 6-count patterns. 

> Move up to Level 3
Our learning recommendation is to take the Level 2 Class for the entire 24-weeks (6 months) series.

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Level 3: West Coast Swing | 6:30pm
We will focus on musicality and advanced concepts of West Coast Swing. No partner needed.

This will be a progressive series to join at the 1st week of every month.
(Participants who would like to join after the 1st week are welcome to attend at the teacher’s discretion).

Prerequisite: Have covered all of the class content for Level 2 (approx. 24 classes), or have permission to join from the instructor. (It is recommended to join at the beginning of the series).

PRICE

• $25 Intro Class + Social Dance
• $30 Single Class
• $25 Social Dance

Danznik Members get 20% off admission.
College student discount available for social admission with valid ID.

Pay online (credit card) or at the door (Venmo or cash)
https://www.danznik.com/e/house-of-west/

DANZNIK MEMBERSHIP
Dancing at Danznik Studios regularly? We recommend purchasing an annual membership ($49/year)! You’ll save 20% on Jes Ann’s WCS classes, House of West socials, and Flow Fridays events.

You also get discounts on floor space rentals for practice and all Danznik classes/events. Learn more: https://www.danznik.com/membership

COMMUNITY CODE OF CONDUCT
We’re committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment for everyone in the NYC WCS community. You can learn more about our code of conduct here: https://www.nycswings.net/wcs-code-of-conduct/

WHAT IS WEST COAST SWING?
West Coast Swing (WCS), sometimes called Modern Swing, is a popular partner dance that can be danced to a variety of musical styles and genres. It allows for improvisation and is loved by dancers all around the world.

Come join us at House of West and discover the joy of West Coast Swing dancing!