Swing Des Moines: Group Dance Lessons learn swing dancing, lindy hop, shag, balboa, charleston, dips and tricks, fun moves, jazz dances, big apple, shim sham, technique, partnering, connection, leading, following, and styling

Lindy I and Lindy Styling & Technique classes start May 7. Swingin' at the Crossroads swing dance weekend in October!

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Swing Des Moines Group Dance Lessons

How to register:

Option 1: Register online. You may pay online (through PayPal or with a credit card) or in person.

Option 2: Register via email. Send us your name, phone number, and the name of the class you are registering for. You may pay in advance via a mailed check, or you may pay the first night of class.

Option 3: Call us. 274-4676 and give us your name, phone number, and class name. You may pay in advance via a mailed check, or you may pay the first night of class.

You are not required to pay in advance, but we will only guarantee you a spot in class upon receipt of payment. The only way to pay via Credit Card is to register online and pay online.

**Prices and schedule subject to change without notice**

Unless otherwise noted, all classes are $30 per student for nonmembers, $15 for members.

All classes are held at the West Des Moines Community Center.

HELP! I'm a beginner and I don't know where to start! First, welcome! Any of the Level I classes listed below are appropriate for beginners. You may jump in any place you like! If you need help figuring out which class is for you - just ask! For answers to common questions, such as "what do I wear to class" and "what is the average age of your students," please visit the FAQ page.

Lindy I: Lindy is generally considered to be the "grandfather" of all swing dances. In this class, you'll learn the basics of Lindy as well as several fun moves. You'll be dancing in no time! (Instructor: Reid)
SESSION D: Wednesdays, August 6-27, 7:00.

Charleston, Charleston, Charleston: This is no doubt going to be a fun class. We'll start with some 20s Charleston then move into 30s Tandem Charleston. (Instructor: Reid) Wednesdays, June 4-25, 7:00.

All New Lindy Moves: Just what it says, this is a class full of fun lindy moves. The moves are all-new and won't be repeats from previous Lindy Moves classes. (Instructor: Reid) Wednesdays, June 4-25, 8:00.

Boogie Woogie: In this two-week class, you'll learn the basics of Boogie Woogie, which is a fun combination of Jitterbug and Lindy. (Instructor: Reid) Wednesdays, July 2 & 9, 7:00. ($20/$10 members.)

Shim Sham: The Shim Sham is a fun line dance from the 1930s, and is often danced whenever swing dancers get together. We do it at every Jive Junction! Always wanted to join in? This is your chance to learn! (Instructor: Dennis) Wednesdays, July 16 & 23, 7:00. ($20/$10 members.)

The Core: The Core is Swing Des Moines' original Swing Dance Survey class. We teach this one every year and it's always popular! This 8 week class covers the basics of each of the swing dances - jitterbug, lindy, charleston, balboa, shag, boogie woogie, lindy charleston, and more. (Instructor: Reid) Wednesdays, September 3 through October 22, 7:00. ($70/$40 members or $15 per class)

Jitterbug I: East Coast Swing, or Jitterbug, is a fun, simplified variation of Lindy. This beginning level class will teach all of the moves you need to know in East Coast. (Instructor: Dennis) Wednesdays, November 5-26, 7:00.

Called Big Apple: Though many people dance the Big Apple as a choreographed dance, it originated as a call-and-response dance, with one person (the caller) yelling out moves and the dancers responding by performing the moves that were called. Come learn the moves needed for this call-and-response dance! (Instructor: Dennis) Wednesdays, December 3 & 10, 7:00. ($20/$10 members.)

Why should I take classes from Swing Des Moines?

1) It's fun!

2) Swing Des Moines makes sure that not only do our students have fun (see #1), but that they learn a lot, too. You will absolutely walk away knowing how to dance.

3) Experience. Our instructors have the experience necessary to make your class a success! With over 20 years combined dance instruction, Randy and Sarah are experts at helping you learn to dance, improve your dancing, learn new moves, or un-learn bad habits.

4) Swing Des Moines offers a great value. Sure, you could pay more for dance lessons, but why would you? Swing Des Moines strongly believes in keeping our classes affordable!

5) Swing Des Moines is a nonprofit. That means we are working for you and the community, not for ourselves.

Fine Print

Members: Prices for Members of Swing Des Moines are generally 1/2 price. Members of Swing Des Moines may receive free admission to selected classes and special workshops throughout the year.

Repeating Classes: Members of Swing Des Moines may re-take beginning-level classes an unlimited number of times for $5/person, or Intermediate/Advanced Level Classes for $10/person. (Discounted price begins with the second time a class is taken.) Non-members may repeat classes for $10 off published prices. You must tell us that you are repeating a class at the time you register/pay.

Low Incomes: People with low incomes may take beginning level classes free of charge and higher level classes for a reduced fee. Determination will be made on a case-by-case basis. Note: Full-Time College Students are not typically considered eligible for free or reduced fee classes. Instead, consider purchasing a Student Membership and receiving classes for half price.