West Coast Swing Beginner Boot Camp

Launch into West Coast Swing in an all-inclusive boot camp. Go from zero experience to a strong foundation with expert instruction in just two hours.

Class Description

You’ll learn all the core 6-count patterns plus the 8-count Whip, with simple variations:

• Left-Side Pass
• Left-Side Pass w/ Follower’s Inside Spin
• Sugar Push
• Sugar Push w/ Follower’s Outside Turn (Tuck-Turn)
• Right-Side Pass
• Right-Side Pass w/ Follower’s Outside Spin
• Whip

This two-hour experience will guide you through the basics and fundamentals of West Coast Swing, with ample time for practice and application. No partner or experience needed.

For the best preparation before Level 2, take the Beginner Boot Camp, and then pair it with a month of our Level 1 classes.

Schedule

• Monthly on Sunday – 3:00pm–5:00pm

Pricing

• $50 Regular Rate
• $40 Membership Rate
• Can also use 2 DanzPasses to join! 

Come to class – stay for the social! Soul Sunday social included with Beginner Boot Camp admission.

What is West Coast Swing?

West Coast Swing is a smooth, elastic partner dance known for its musical versatility, playful improvisation, and strong connection between partners. Danced in a slot, it blends roots in Lindy Hop with influences from blues, R&B, pop, and hip-hop—making it adaptable to a wide range of music.

West Coast Swing emphasizes timing, technique, and creativity, allowing dancers to interpret the music with freedom and individuality. With a welcoming community and growing global presence, it’s one of today’s most dynamic and expressive social dances.