Our Partners
Partners
Our collaborators and recommended community partners help spread the joy of swing dancing in New York City.
Danznik Studios
Our home base in Midtown Manhattan, Danznik Studios is a partner to NYC's swing dance community, providing world-class space with sprung floors, premium sound and lighting systems, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Website: www.danznik.com
Midtown Swings
Midtown Swings is a partnership between celebrated Lindy Hop scene leaders Gaby Cook and AJ Howard with Danznik Studios. Together, we are committed to providing the highest quality group classes and social dances possible, to bolster New York's already thriving Lindy Hop community.
Website: www.midtownswings.com
Jes Ann Nail
Jes is a full time teaching artist, teaching Art, Dance, Yoga, Cheerleading and Gymnastics to K-8th graders in public schools in Brooklyn, NY. Her love for WCS continues to grow as she travels all over the world teaching, performing, DJing, judging, and competing.
Swingiversity
Swingiversity is a collective of instructors offering progressive WCS classes that provide a fun and social way to ease into partner dancing.
Website: www.swingiversity.com
John Festa
John Festa has popularized swing dancing – both Lindy and WCS – in New York City and nationally, serving in different roles from competitor, DJ, event promoter, and teacher. He is a founding member of the Gotham Swing Club and the Liberty Swing Dance Championships.
Dimitri Hector
Dimitri is a highly skilled West Coast Swing competitor, teacher, and a freelance classical dance artist. He brings a wealth of experience and expertise to both the dance floor and the classroom. With a compassionate approach and a fun-loving atmosphere, Dimitri fosters an environment where dancers of all levels can thrive and grow in their artistic journeys.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/dimkandel/
Bring Your Own Tiles
Bring Your Own Tiles (BYOT) is a grassroots, community-driven effort that hosts free outdoor pop-up dance events.
Nina Galicheva
Nina is New York City–based photographer specializing in personal and business branding, portraits, and events. She is known in the swing dance community for capturing powerful and expressive moments on the dance floor.
Website: https://www.ninagalicheva.com/
NYCWCS.com
The comprenhensive community calendar for West Coast Swing in New York City.
Website: www.nycwcs.com
This Week In Swing
This Week in Swing NYC / Eileen’s Lindy Blog is the home to the most inclusive calendar of swing dance events and dance class information in the NYC area.
Website: www.thisweekinswing.nyc
SW!NG Out Community Fund
SW!NG OUT Community Fund supports the sustainability of social swing dance in NYC. By offering grants to individuals, community groups, and organizations, the Fund aims to make NYC the strongest Lindy Hop community in the world.
World Swing Dance Council
WSDC is non-profit organization focused on promoting and growing swing dance. New York Flow Festival is possible due to their efforts.
Website: https://www.worldsdc.com/