New 5 Week Series
Thursdays: September 24 - October 22, 2026
Registration is open!
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We offer three levels for this series. Please read the descriptions below and assign yourself to the appropriate level
Each level is the same price ($95*) and each includes:
• 6+ hours of class from 7PM - 8:15PM
• 5 social dances from 8:15PM - 9:30PM
Level 1 and Level 2 classes, as well as the social dance, are at the 418 Project.
Level 3 classes are at London Nelson Community Center.
Note: all classes are focused on Blues, East Coast Swing, or Lindy Hop, NOT West Coast Swing.
Age Restriction: All Santa Cruz Swing events are 18 and up.
* there is a $4 dollar booking fee online. If you'd like to avoid it, please still book your ticket online to hold your spot. Then bring $95 cash the first day and we'll refund the ticket & fee.
Level 1
Level 1
Module 1: 6 Count
This module is open for those new to swing dancing or those who want to work on their skills in preparation for the 8 count module.
Start your swing dance journey with the basics! This beginner-friendly class introduces the 6-count swing rhythm, foundational footwork, connection, and simple turns designed to build confidence and prepare you for Lindy Hop. No prior experience necessary.
You must take all three Level 1 modules before progressing to Level 2.
** PRE-REQUISITES FOR THIS CLASS **
You have read and understood our Code of Conduct
LEVEL 2
Module 1:
Swingouts and Lindy Circles
(Full for follows)
Learn the foundational moves of Lindy Hop
Take what you learned in Level 1 and expand on it with the signature moves of Lindy Hop. This module introduces swingouts and lindy circles while helping you develop your rhythm, connection, and movement through more classic Lindy Hop vocabulary.
You must take all three Level 2 modules before progressing to Level 3.
** PRE-REQUISITES FOR THIS CLASS **
You have taken all three Modules in Level 1.
You comfortably dance everything you learned in the Level 1 modules on the social dance floor.
You have an understanding of lead-follow technique and connection.
You dance both 6-count and 8-count moves, with and without triple steps.
You have read and understood our Code of Conduct.
Level 3
Level 3
Module 1:
Swingouts & Playful Moves
Workshop and fine tune your swingouts while learning new moves to break your pattern of dance, adding variations and style.
This class will provide opportunity to workshop and perfect your swingouts. You will also learn new moves and variations to break up patterns of dance to create oppoturnities for creativity, style, and dynamicism. Swingouts are not taught in this class, but rather built upon. If you are unfamiliar with swingouts please take level 2.
This class will happen at the nearby London Nelson Community Center, and then after class we will walk (8 minutes) over to the 418 Project for the social dance.
** PRE-REQUISITES FOR THIS CLASS **
You have taken all three Modules in Level 1 and Level 2.
You comfortably dance everything you learned in Level 1 and Level 2 on the social dance floor.
You know swingouts, lindy circles, and basic charleston on the social dance floor.
You have a firm grasp on lead-follow technique and connection. You are able to switch easily between groove walks, triple steps, and charleston inside of a dance.
You have read and understood our Code of Conduct.
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