Classes & Workshops

Check out our current and upcoming dance classes listed below. Students taking any weekday class can attend our Weekly Tuesday Open Dance for FREE.

What class should I take?
Beginning Swing is different every month.  Week 1 will get you oriented to swing dance footwork, rhythms and partner connection, and we will build on those skills throughout the month.  We encourage people to take these classes for 1-6 months.
Other classes expect you to be familiar with the skills learned in Beginning Swing.  If you are not sure if you are ready for a class, check in with the instructor or email us to ask.


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HOW TO REGISTER
Most of our classes do not require pre-registration, but it sure helps us plan better if you do! Be a pal and use the Sign Me Up form to pre-register for a class.
WHEN, WHERE, WHO
Please come fifteen minutes early to the first class for sign-in, shoe-changing and orientation. Most classes take place at the Champlain Club in Burlington. No partner is necessary to attend any class.
WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear comfortable clothes that allow freedom of movement and bring clean shoes with non-marking soles. Outside shoes, especially winter ones, cannot be worn on the dance floor.


Beginning Swing - October
Tuesdays  Oct 3 - Oct 24
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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    Let's get you out on the dance floor!

    In this class you'll get an idea of how people communicate, play and have fun while swing dancing!  You'll also practice the basics of connection and 6 count footwork.  This class is great for beginning level swing students with any amount of experience, whether you've been dancing for 1 week or 1 year.  We'll make sure to do something a bit different than last month so there will be something new for everyone! 

    Details
    Teacher: Sarah King
    Location: North Star Community Hall
    Cost: $15 ($10 for students, $50 for the 4 week series or $40 for the 3 week series without the intro swing class)

    Please bring a change of clean, soft-soled, non-marking shoes to protect our wooden dance floor.

    Pre-register on this page. Vaccinations and masking are encouraged, but are no longer required.

    Questions? Please contact us as contact@vermontswings.com

Shim Sham (swing line dance)
Tuesdays  Oct 3 - Oct 10
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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    2 Classes: October 3rd and 7thg

    The Shim Sham is a line dance that has been done by tap dancers and Lindy Hopper for almost 100 years.  The first class we'll learn the structure of the Shim Sham, and some of the signature moves. This will be an overview and introduction class, so expect to learn some parts in class, and take other parts home to keep working on. In the second class we'll dig into some of the details of the Shim Sham. This will be a follow-up, and a time to get more in depth on some of the footwork and transitions. Come out and learn why "The shim sham shimmy is fun to do".

    All level of dancers are welcome.  If you already know the Shim Sham and need a refresher, either class or both are appropriate.

    Teacher: Michael
    Location: Downstairs
    Cost: $15/week/$10 students
    FREE entry into the Practice Session following class.

    Please bring a change of clean, soft-soled, non-marking shoes to protect our wooden dance floor.
    Proof of vaccination is required. Masks are also required. We want to protect each other.
    Vermont Swings is an LGBTQS affirming community. Everyone is welcome to join and experience our dance community

Solo Jazzy Steps!
Tuesdays  Oct 17 - Oct 24
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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    Two Classes: October 17th and 24th

    Want to add a little pizzazz to your swing?  Don't know what to do during a musical break? Want to keep dancing but you don't have a partner?  Then this class is FOR YOU!  Appropriate for all levels of dancer, and no partner required since this is a solo jazz class. You'll learn new steps and put them in a short routine. Great for practicing musicality and footwork skills!  This is a 2-week class, come for one or both.

    Instructor: Lisa Pompeii
    Cost: $15/week; $10 students/week
    Location: Downstairs

    Please bring a change of clean, soft-soled, non-marking shoes to protect our wooden dance floor.

    Pre-register on this page. Vaccinations and masking are encouraged, but are no longer required.

    Questions? Please contact us as contact@vermontswings.com

Questions about a class? Write to us at contact@vermontswings.com.

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