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.  You will learn swing dance footwork, rhythms and partner connection, and we will build your dance 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.  Our other classes include a rotation of Lindy Hop Fundamentals, Continuing Lindy Hop and Special Topics (like Charleston, Collegiate Shag or Solo Jazz)


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Beyond Beginning 2-Step - Mondays at 6:30pm in December
Mondays  Dec 2 - Dec 16
6:30pm - 7:15pm
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    So you know the basics of Country 2-step and you want to know more moves?  Look no further, this class is for you!  Over this 3-week series you'll learn additional figures and patterns to provide that "Wow!" factor on the dance floor.  You must already have taken a Beginning 2-step class and be familiar and comfortable with both the cape/sweetheart and cuddle positions.

    Instructors: Jean Elizabeth and Rich

    Fee: $10 per class

    Time: 6:30-7:15pm (with 15 min practice before the beginning class)

Beginning 2-Step - Mondays 7:30pm in December
Mondays  Dec 2 - Dec 16
7:30pm - 8:30pm
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    If you can walk, you can 2-step!  This 3-week,1-hour class series will give you a taste of this versatile dance that you can dance to country-western, rock-n-roll, and swing music (it shares the same rhythm as 6-count swing), and have you begging for more. You'll learn the basic steps and rhythm of the dance, how to connect with your partner, and several fun moves that will keep you 2-stepping for years to come.

    Instructors: Jean Elizabeth and Rich

    Fee: $15 per class

    Time: 7:30-8:30pm (additional 15 min practice after class)

Lindy 1 - Tuesdays December 6pm
Tuesdays  Dec 3 - Dec 17
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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    This three-week series focuses on the signature move of Lindy Hop - the swing out!  We'll get comfortable with 8 count footwork and learn the connection and momentum that make swing outs exhilarating.  Whether you've worked on swing outs before or they're brand new for you, this class will help you hone your skills. We highly recommend dancers take this class several times to build a strong lindy hop foundation. Or if you’ve been dancing for years, this a great opportunity for a tune up! 

    Prerequisite: 3-5 months of beginning swing, or instructor approval. You should be comfortable with the triple step, the basics of swing partner connection, and common moves like an underarm pass or tuck turn.  Unsure you're ready? Just ask a Vermont Swings instructor at any upcoming event.

    Details
    Teacher: Luc Cohen-Wanis and Juliana Dixon
    Location: North Star Community Hall
    Cost: $15/$10 for students, $40/$25 for the 3-week series

    If you register for this class, you can take a 7pm class (Beginning Swing or Rock n' Roll Swing for a discounted price $10/$5 for students, $25/$15 for the 3-week series)


    Pre-register on this page.

    Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks.
    Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street.

    Questions? Please contact us as contact@vermontswings.com

Rock 'n Roll Swing - Tuesdays December 7pm
Tuesdays  Dec 3 - Dec 17
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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    This class is a THREE-week series teaching the basics and a variety of fun swing figures from the 1950's Rock 'n' Roll era. As popular music evolved, so too did swing dance, from the original Lindy Hop into many different regional styles. Note that this class is NOT the Boogie Woogie, or competitve sport known as acrobatic Rock 'n Roll done in Europe. This is the social swing dance as it was danced in Vermont in the 1950s and beyond.
     
    Prerequisite: This class does NOT require any ability with Lindy Hop swing-outs, 8-count footwork, or triple steps.  However the student must already have mastered and be comfortable with the moves and skills taught in the Beginning Swing class, including six-count footwork and lead & follow skills.

    Details
    Teacher: Terry Bouricius
    Location: North Star Community Hall
    Cost: $15/$10 for students, $40/$25 for the 3-week series

    Pre-register on this page.

    No partner necessary. Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks.
    Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street.

    Questions? Please contact the instructor at terrybour@gmail.com

Beginning Swing - Tuesdays December 7pm
Tuesdays  Dec 3 - Dec 17
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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    * This is a THREE week series *

    Let's get you out on the dance floor!

    In this class you'll learn the basics of swing dancing.  You'll get moving to big band and swing music, learn how to communicate through lead and follow connection and get lots of practice with 6 count footwork.  This class is great for beginning level swing students with any amount of experience (or no experience).  We'll make sure to do something a bit different than last month so there will be something new for repeating students too!

    This is a series class.  Please plan to start December 3rd and come all three weeks! No partner necessary.

    Details:
    Teacher: Luc Cohen-Wanis and Juliana Dixon
    Location: North Star Community Hall
    Cost: $15/$10 for students, $40/$25 for the 3-week series

    Please pre register on this page.

    Bring clean shoes that won't track in grit or leave black heel marks.

    Parking is limited, so plan to park on nearby streets and walk to the North Star Hall at 20 Crowley Street.

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