All Swing Classes

The basic rhythm of the 6 county lindy hop is, Rock Step, Triple Step, Triple Step. Many of the turns in lindy hop are 6 count such as tuck turns, inside turns etc. This is a must take beginners class to survive on the social dance floor.

6 count lindy is similar to east coast swing in rhythm and shapes but unlike ECS it is characterized by slotted traveling passes and turns as well as swivels and counter balance.

We specialize in 2 left feet...Learn the basic Jitterbug/East Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, and Charleston patterns. Learn to swing out!

This class is part of our longest running and most popular Sunday swing series with the OC Swing Dance Club.

Learn the basics of the dance that started all of the craze of Swing dancing.  This partner dance is lots of fun and can be a great energy saver!

Discover the very basics of this fun and energetic dance.

Want to know the fundamental moves of Lindy Hop?  This class will teach you the iconic basics including a swingout and circle and different variations on these moves.  

Early Balboa and Collegiate Shag in the same Series!

Learn the essentials to becoming a great Balboa and Bal Swing dancer.

Learn the basics of the this fun and energetic dance.  It involves a lot of kicks and is typically done to faster music.  This series will build each week and give you new material to be able to add to your dancing each night.

Beg East Coast Swing Series

Learn the difference between 6 & 8 Count Lindy and start transitioning between the two of them.

New to swing dancing? Want to know what to do after that intro to swing class? Take this class to work on your basic lindy hop. For each week in the month of July, we'll be giving you the building blocks to get you moving. If you make it each week, we'll review the basics and teach you some different moves to give you a great basic vocabulary without the commitment of a series. 

In between the classes, there will be a 15 minute Mini Dance where those that took the Beginning Lindy Hop class could practice the moves they just learned and those that are just making it for the Lindy Hop Stripped class can stretch their legs so they can hit the ground running. This is a chance to meet your classmates, practice without the stress of it being a crowded evening dance, and dance to songs where the beat is easy to find.  

Learn the basics of this fun and wacky dance.  Jeremy & Laura will teach you the fundamentals of this classic dance and give you the tools to take this to the social floor.  This high energy dance will get your legs moving and ready to dance the night away! Don't miss out on this awesome and rare opportunity!

Charleston is one of the earliest forms of swing dancing. Throughout this class we will focus on teaching you different styles of Charleston including; 20s Partner Charleston, 40s Side by Side Charleston, and Tandem Charleston. We will aslo focus on how to transition between the different styles and how to get back into Lindy Hop. 

Everyone talks about Shag, but you rarely can find a class on it. Wel, here's your chance to learn this high energy and under appreciated style of swing dancing. Get ready to move your feet as you learn the basics of this fun dance. Taught by the 2010 North American Shag Champions Will and Jenny, you will be focusing on how to make this dance integrate with the rest of your swing dancing. 

Want to learn the dance that was the precursor to Lindy Hop?  This class will teach you the basics of this energetic dance and give you the moves to dance all night long. 

Beg Int Lindy Combos- 6 & 8 Count

During this focused and intense series, you will:

• - get a taste of what it is like to be on a performance dance team
• - learn two classic jazz routines, the California Routine and Stops
• - develop great lead and follow technique
• - work on choreography for your own, brief couple’s spotlight

Feel comfortable with your 20s Charleston basics?  Take this class to add more move combinations, extra turns and how to make your Charleston rock.

Once you have the fundamental movements of 20s Charleston, take this class to learn more variations, complex patterns and fun stuff!

Once you have the basics of this fundamental portion of Swing dancing, this class will help expand your horizons in 6 Count Lindy and give you a better understanding of movement, momentum and flow.

Have the basics of your 8 count moves down like your Swingouts, Circle, and variations on these moves?  Take this class to gain a larger vocabulary and a better understanding of this classic dance.

Int Balboa and Shag Series

Ever wanted a little taster of some of the different styles of Charleston?  Well, here's your opportunity.  We're going to take you through Side by Side Charleston, 20s Partner Charleston, Shadow Charleston and how to transition seamlessly from Lindy Hop to Charleston.  Plus, there'll be some awesome moves in the mix.

Now that you have the basics down of this fun dance, learn some more complex patterns and fancy footwork to add to your repertoire.  Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity!

Everyone with a super-power needs to learn how to control it. This class will help you create dances that flow beautifully and teach you how to use momentum to make your dancing fun and exciting!

Once you have the basics of your 6 and 8 count lindy hop, take this class to add more variations, technique and style to your swing dancing and how to combine them with ease and finesse.

Level up in this class and learn a new super-power: How to add Rhythm and Style to your dance. Rhythm is the heart and soul of swing, and in this class you will learn how to create inspiring rhythms that will add syncopation and spice to your dancing!

Collegiate Shag

Think you know your Tandem Charleston basics?  Take this class to discover some awesome moves and variations that will have you doing the Charleston all night.  Each week the series will review and add on.

Learn from a variety of guest teachers who will help you mingle, learn some new moves and get out on the dance floor before the big dance.

Make the transition from beginner to Lindy Hopper. Learn all the essential moves that every lindy hopper must know. Plus, we now teach 'move of the week' to help build your improvisational social dance skills. (Pre-Req. Tuck Turn, Inside Turn, Swing Out, Charleston )

Series (A)

• Song: 'A smooth one' by Charlie Christian
• Move 1: Tuck Turn
• Move 2: Inside Turn to Swivels
• Move 3: Swivels till end of phrase
• Move 4: Swing Out
• Move 5: Circle
• Fresh content to keep it fresh!

Make the transition from beginner to Lindy Hopper. Learn all the essential moves that every lindy hopper must know. Plus, we now teach 'move of the week' to help build your improvisational social dance skills. (Pre-Req. Tuck Turn, Inside Turn, Swing Out, Charleston )

Series (B)

• Move 1: Intro tucks walk
• Move 2: Tuck walk reverse with outside turn
• Move 3: Inside turn to swivel prep
• Move 3: Swing Out
• Move 4: Circle
• Fresh content to keep it fresh!

Make the transition from beginner to Lindy Hopper. Learn all the essential moves that every lindy hopper must know. Plus, we now teach 'move of the week' to help build your improvisational social dance skills. (Pre-Req. Tuck Turn, Inside Turn, Swing Out, Charleston )

Series (C)

• Move 1: Swing Out from Closed
• Move 2: 8 Count Circle
• Move 3: Tuck turn
• Move 3: Surprise Move
• Move 4: Surprise Move
• Fresh content to keep it fresh!

Make the transition from beginner to Lindy Hopper. Learn all the essential moves that every lindy hopper must know. Plus, we now teach 'move of the week' to help build your improvisational social dance skills. (Pre-Req. Tuck Turn, Inside Turn, Swing Out, Charleston )

Series (D)

• Song: Mr. Five by Five
• Move 1: Starter step with rotation
• Move 2: Tuck turn no hand
• Move 3: What's up turn with right hand
• Move 3: Swing Out
• Move 4: Circle
• Fresh content to keep it fresh!

You know the moves but can't seem to execute them on the floor. This class will strip down the movements you just learned or already know to their pure form and give you the tools to take your dancing to the next level. There will be fun exercises and challenges to help you step up your game. This class is an in depth look at the dance but we will try to fit in a move or two for those "move hounds." Show up fifteen minutes early for our mini dance so you are warmed up and ready to go. 

During this focused and intense series, you will:

- Get a taste of what it is like to be on a performance dance team

- Learn two classic jazz routines, the California Routine and Stops

- Develop gret lead and follow technique

- Work on choreography for your own, brief couple's spotlight. 

On the last day of the series, you will be given an opportunity to audition for the ATOMIC Swing Team! The date of this audition is Saturday, November 5, 2011. The audition will consist of knowing the California Routine and Stops. No partner is necessary to participate in the series. We will help you find a partner for the audition if you do not have one!

Ever watched a competition or seen more advanced dancers and saw something that made you say, "how did they do that?!?" Here's your chance to learn some of those complicated tricks and combinations that will bring a new spice to your dancing. There won't be aerials involved, so come one, come all to fancify your dancing!

If you already know foundational Balboa then get ready for 'Balboa Heaven'

'Balboa Heaven' is a fun filled romp through the world of smooth moves, and tight footwork.

Throughout this series of classes you will learn intermediate level steps and variations, create a better flow using musicality, develop flawless transitions, and take a deeper look at lead and follow.

Don't miss out on this foot shufflin' paradise!

Want to find out how the super-heroes get their style and how to create your own? Come and delve into the world of self expression!

Now that you have the basic footwork and patterns for Lindy Hop, learn all of the fun variations and crazy styling that makes this dance what it is.  Remember: "Knowledge has to be improved, challenged, and increased constantly, or it vanishes." - Peter Drucker

In this exciting class you will be learning a fun routine that you will have the option to perform at one of our evening dances! In Feb 2012 we are continuing our work from Jan getting ready to perform Wed Feb 22nd, Tues Feb 28th, and Fri March 2nd (Inspiration Weekend). We are offering 3 opportunities to perform so that everyone gets a chance to perform. We currently really need Advanced leads. Join us!

The swing out is a general name for a complex variety of moves.  Explore the timing, angles, connection, and look of your swing out in this focused 6 week series.

Take your West Coast Swing dancing to a whole new level.  Learn some complicated moves and technique that will get your head wrapped up in dancing.

Ever wanted to get the attention you'd get during a private lesson for your Lindy Hop or Charleston, but at a group class rate? Come prepared with an idea of an aspect of your dancing you'd like to work on. One of our teachers will rotate among the class to give each one of you a focused mini-private. No partner required. Max 5 couples allowed.

Feeling great about your swing outs, tuck turns, swivels?  Now, let's work to prepare you for faster tempos and to develop your style. 

Think you got what it takes to keep up?  This class will push the speed and technique of your 20s Partner Charleston to a whole new level.  Get ready to step it up!

If you think that 6 count is just a foundational dance, just wait to take this class!  You're brain will definitely be hurting by the end of the series.

Think you've mastered your 8 count moves???  This class will challenge your ideas and concepts of what Lindy Hop is and how it's done.

Think you know Balboa? Just wait till you take this intense Balboa Series. This will definately take your Balboa to the next level.

Take this class to bring your Charleston to a whole new level!  Be prepared for some complex patterns with crazy ideas to get you dancing.

Rewire your way of thinking about Lindy Hop.  This class will flip the dance upside down and give you a new viewpoint on the dance.  Be prepared to get worked!

Feel like your dancing has become stagnant and looking for new ways to spice up your dancing?  This hour and a half intensive will whip your connection in to shape by teaching you about the different types of connection and how to use them out on the dance floor to change up your dancing.  Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity!

In this class you will learn lots of super fun and challenging Tandem Charleston moves. Get ready to sweat!

The Flapper’s Favorite Dance- The Black Bottom

Originated in the 1920’s this class is a rare treat for anyone who loves dancing to upbeat jazz! Come see why the Flappers of the 1920’s preferred this dance to the Charleston.

Learn this super fun variation on the classic Shim Sham routine that can be seen at Swing dances across the world.  This dance is all solo dancing so no need to bring a partner!

Alright, boys and girls, nuts and bolts time. Good lead and follow technique is a necessary skill if you want to be a bona fide rug-cutter. Learn how to make your Lindy Hop feel as good as it should.

Good Lindy Hop dances keep trucking right along. Moves tie together with continuous fluidity rather than start, stop, and restart. Hop on the flow train, and smooth out those transitions.

Good Lindy styling starts with a good feel for the music. Learn how to insert rhythm changes into your dancing, turn them into styling, or just get a sense of what’s coming next in the music.

Sometimes we get so focused on the “how” of Lindy Hop that we forget to make it fun. This class will help you get you moving, get you outside of yourself, get you loose, and then apply all that to your Lindy Hop.

Dean Collins was an instructor, choreographer and innovator of swing. He is often credited with bringing swing dance, or The Lindy Hop, from New York to Southern California. The Dean Collins Shim Sham is his variation of the original the Shim Sham. Its very intricate and fun for your mind and feet

Feel like you run out of moves after 30 seconds into a dance? Take this class to get more complicated patterns, turn combinations and ways to link your moves together. Each week, we will be teaching different material while reviewing a few core concepts. After the class, there will be a 15 minute mini-dance so you can practice all your moves.  

Learn this iconic solo charleston dance that was created by Frankie Manning back in the heyday of swing dancing.  Don't worry about bringing a partner, just get ready to move.

Want to learn the basics of West Coast Swing?  This class will go through all the various fundamentals that will get you out on the dance floor.  If you have had no experience, or even if you have taken a class or two, this one is for you.

Want to learn some West Coast Swing?  Here's a great place to learn the fundamental basics of the dance as well as progress each week of the series until you feel comfortable with the moves.

This is the step after Intermediate.  You must be an active social dancer ready to work on the advanced material of basics.  You must wait for an invitation or audition during a private lesson.