West Coast Swing Social Dance

Join us for an evening of West Coast Swing!

West Coast Swing is a popular social partner dance that has spread around the world. It can be danced to a wide variety of musical styles and genres and allows for improvisation.

Join us at 7pm for a one hour workshop, led by Mandy Henderson, to learn some new moves and rhythms of this smooth partner dance.  Be warned - this style is addictive!

Enjoy the rest of the evening with DJs playing your favourite tunes and the chance to show off your skills within this fun dance style. No partner or previous experience is required. Please wear light and comfortable clothing and shoes with a smooth sole which will slide comfortably on the studio floor (to protect your knees!).

More about West Coast Swing

Originating in 1930s Los Angeles, West Coast Swing evolved from Lindy Hop, Western Swing, Country Boogie, and Jump Blues. The dance takes place in a designated space on the dance floor with the follower travelling back and forth in that space. The leader moves only minimally. Using this kind of dance slot space allows for dancers to dance without colliding with other couples.