August 2026 at Jazz Attack | Philly Lindy Hop & Swing Dance Events

Photo by Contigo Photos at the Jazz Attack Annual Formal

Hey Philly! Looking for a beginner dance class or just a fun Thursday night out? Maybe a new hobby for the new year? You're in the right place! Jazz Attack offers the best Lindy Hop & Swing Dance lessons in Philadelphia -- no partner or experience required -- followed by a social dance party to the city's best swing DJs, plus incredible live band on August 27th and special release of tickets on August 7th for our festival, It's Always Lindy in Philadelphia, September 25-27! If you aren't sure which class to sign up for, visit our classes page. Don't forget, you can save $2 on admission when you register a day or more in advance!

All Thursday night swing dance classes & social dance events are held at our new venue -- 1336 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123.

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Thursday Beginner-Friendly Swing Dance Classes & Dance Parties at 1336 Spring Garden

August 6th:

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Kate Holden & Mike McDermott

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Level 1 Series: 6 & 8 Count Series with Giavanna Townsend & Gianfranco Semino 

You know your 6 count and your 8 count moves, time to combine them and level up your Lindy! Giavanna and Gianfranco will walk you through drills and sequences to help you seamlessly blend your footwork. This class is appropriate for beginner+ & intermediate dancers who are fully comfortable with the Lindy 101 content

Level 2 Series: Advanced Charleston with Nick Cruickshank, Rose Palmieri, and Lauren Fosnight

Join us for a 4 week series on partner charleston. Learn the follow & lead technique behind tricky but incredibly fun movements like tandem variations, charleston swingouts, and a whole lot of things that don't have official names. That's how you know it's the good stuff. This isn't a "moves" series, though -- it's all about how to seamlessly integrate this styling into your repertoire for a more dynamic and fun dance experience. This is a more challenging series only suitable for those with strong past prior charleston experience

9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Nick Cruickshank

Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included)

Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included)

August 7-9: FLASH SALE: It's Always Lindy in Philadelphia Tickets at $20 off!

Get tickets to our flagship Lindy Hop festival, It's Always Lindy in Philadelphia from September 25-27, for $20 off from 1pm Friday 8/7 through 11:59pm Sunday 8/9 (eastern time). Three tracks, seven instructors, two bands, and all the best people to enjoy it with, right here in the heart of Philadelphia

More details about the event HERE

Augst 13th:

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Adrienne Barberg & Griffin MacFarlane

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Level 1 Series: 6 & 8 Count Series with Giavanna Townsend & Gianfranco Semino 

See description above -- you can still join this week!

Level 2 Series: Advanced Charleston with Nick Cruickshank, Rose Palmieri, and Lauren Fosnight

This series is sold out!

9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Gracie Zhang

Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included)

Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included)

Performance Team Pricing: $135 / $89 for Students

August 20th:

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Maryl Harris & Max VerNooy

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Level 1 Series: 6 & 8 Count Series with Giavanna Townsend & Gianfranco Semino 

This series is now closed. Stay tuned for September!

Level 2 Series: Advanced Charleston with Nick Cruickshank, Rose Palmieri, and Lauren Fosnight

This series is sold out! Stay tuned for September!

9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Max VerNooy

Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included)

Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included)

August 27th | LIVE BAND: Sunny Side Jazz Band (all the way from New Orleans!)

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Erica Furgiuele & Steven Fox

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Level 1 Series: 6 & 8 Count Series with Giavanna Townsend & Gianfranco Semino 

This series is now closed. Stay tuned for September!

Level 2 Series: Advanced Charleston with Nick Cruickshank, Rose Palmieri, and Lauren Fosnight

This series is sold out! Stay tuned for September!

Intermediate Drop-In: Band Night Breakaway with Tim Christopher

Before there was the Lindy Hop, there was the breakaway! Come learn this charleston-informed style that's a whole lotta fun with the legendary Tim Christopher

9-11pm: Social dance party with LIVE BAND: Sunny Side Jazz Band

Advance Pricing: $15 / $10 for students (Lindy101 included) +$5 for drop-in classes

Day-of Pricing: $17 / $12 for students (Lindy101 included) +$5 for drop-in classes

Special Events This Month & Beyond

August 2: Jazz Attack Recital at the Arch St. Meeting House

August 7-9: It's Always Lindy in Philadelphia FLASH SALE

August 15: Jazz Attack goes to the Beach: Cape May edition!

September 25-27: It's Always Lindy in Philadelphia -- a Jazz Attack Lindy Hop workshop weekend. More details on its dedicated page HERE

Dancing is a great way to meet new people, strengthen your brain, get some exercise, and just let out any of the week's stressors. Don't forget to invite a friend, or come ready to make some new ones. Get Jazz Attack tickets by clicking the button below:

Get Tickets

Mailing List

Get ready to tuck turn and swing out on some of the finest dance floors in Philadelphia.

Lindy Hop and jazz have a have a culturally rich history dating back over 100 years. Born of the artistry and innovation of Black dancers and musicians, and passed down orally and physically through generations, we take great care in sharing this art form in a way that is true to these sounds, styles, and values while encouraging the innovation that is hallmark of all Black social dances. To learn more, visit our history and culture page.

Have any questions? Check out our FAQ page!

Follow us on social media:

Instagram: @jazzattackswings

Facebook: Jazz Attack page and group

July 2026 at Jazz Attack | Philly Lindy Hop & Swing Dance Events

Photo by Contigo Photos at the Jazz Attack Annual Formal

Hey Philly! Looking for a beginner dance class or just a fun Thursday night out? Maybe a new hobby for the new year? You're in the right place! Jazz Attack offers the best Lindy Hop & Swing Dance lessons in Philadelphia -- no partner or experience required -- followed by a social dance party to the city's best swing DJs, plus incredible live band on July 2nd and special weekend workshop with Jo Hoffberg & Tim Christopher July 17-19! If you aren't sure which class to sign up for, visit our classes page. Don't forget, you can save $2 on admission when you register a day or more in advance!

All Thursday night swing dance classes & social dance events are held at our new venue -- 1336 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123. All Tuesday night classes are held at the Philadelphia Ethical Society at 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19143.

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Thursday Beginner-Friendly Swing Dance Classes & Dance Parties at 1336 Spring Garden

July 2nd | LIVE BAND: Satchmo's Swingin' 125th -- A Louis Armstrong Tribute by Chris Oatts & the Elling-Tones

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Maryl Harris & Griffin MacFarlane

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Summer Performance Team Level 1 with Erin & Gracie

This series is closed, but stay tuned for our new beginner series launching in August!

Intermediate Drop-In: Everybody Loves Charleston

When the band starts playing that Louis Armstrong sound and New Orleans flavor, you know it's time to add in some charleston. Come learn the iconic steps and shapes of this classic dance that pairs perfectly with the special set of music.

9-11pm: Social dance party with LIVE BAND: Chris Oatts & the Elling-Tones play a specially- crafted tribute to Louis Armstrong on what would be his 125th Birthday

Advance Pricing: $15 / $10 for students (Lindy101 included) +$5 for drop-in classes

Day-of Pricing: $17 / $12 for students (Lindy101 included) +$5 for drop-in classes

July 9th:

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Rachael Keneipp & Mike McDermott

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Summer Performance Team Level 1 with Erin & Gracie 

This series is closed, but stay tuned for our new beginner series launching in August!

9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Mike McDermott

Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included)

Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included)

July 16th:

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Rose Palmieri & Max VerNooy

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Summer Performance Team Level 1 with Erin & Gracie 

This series is closed, but stay tuned for our new beginner series launching in August!

9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Maryl Harris

Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included)

Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included)

Performance Team Pricing: $135 / $89 for Students

July 17-19: Jazz Jawn Lindy Hop & Solo Jazz Workshops with Jo Hoffberg & Tim Christopher

International Lindy Hop icons Jo Hoffberg & Tim Christopher are coming to town! There will be an a-la-carte Friday Solo Jazz intensive with Jo, and two levels of two-day Lindy intensives on Saturday & Sunday:

Friday 7-10pm, Walker Ballroom - 1822 Spring Garden St

Open Solo Jazz Intensive with Jo Hoffberg -- all are welcome to get their butt kicked and walk out a better dancer than you walked in.

Saturday & Sunday Morning: Advanced Lindy Hop Intensive with Jo Hoffberg & Tim Christopher -- dancers are expected to be teaching and/or traveling often, actively practicing regularly, and rock solid social dancers. A video audition is required.

Saturday & Sunday Afternoon: Intermediate & Up Lindy Hop Intensive with Jo Hoffberg & Tim Christopher -- dancers are expected to be comfortable on the social floor mixing rhythms, reacting to the music & their partner, and being in a challenging class environment.

Saturday, Concierge Ballroom

11am-1pm Advanced Lindy

2:30-4:30pm Intermediate Lindy

8-11pm Social Dance

Sunday, Concierge Ballroom

11am-2pm Advanced Lindy

3:30-6:30pm Intermediate Lindy

6:30pm Community Hangs

July 23rd:

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Erica Furgiuele & Steven Fox

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Summer Performance Team Level 1 with Erin & Gracie 

This series is closed, but stay tuned for our new beginner series launching in August!

9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Rachael Keneipp

Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included)

Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included)

July 30th:

8-9pm: 

Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Nick Cruickshank & partner

Drop in any week & learn the basics of Lindy Hop and a few solo jazz moves in this beginner-oriented class. This class will have some overlapping and some new elements every week, and we recommend taking it multiple times before advancing to the topics class.

Summer Performance Team Level 1 with Erin & Gracie 

This series is closed, but stay tuned for our new beginner series launching in August!

9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Hannah Degenford

Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included)

Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included)

Tuesday Level 2 Performance Team at 1906 Rittenhouse Sq

June 16 - July 28:

Summer Performance Team Level 2 with Kate Holden & Mike McDermott

We're bringing the most-requested item on our annual feedback form to life: two multi-month consistent practice teams, catered to your level, and designed to build both your technique and personal style, culminating in a choreography recital on August 2nd for family and friends. Our Level 2 "challenge" team will run on Tuesdays, and is built for skilled dancers looking to really push it. You're likely already taking or have moved up from our Tuesday / Intermediate+ series and are ready to work hard to unlock your next level. Students will perform a choreography learned in class for friends & family at a low-key, fun, and supportive recital & social evening on Sunday, August 2nd. Those who are unable to make the recital or do not wish to attend may make advance plans with their instructors. Students may join up to week 2 (June 23) but not after.

Special Events This Month & Beyond

July 17-19: Jazz Jawn Intensive with Jo Hoffberg & Tim Christopher

July 25: Jazz Attack Goes to the Beach! We're headed to Cape May!

August 2: Jazz Attack Recital at the Arch St. Meeting House

September 25-27: It's Always Lindy in Philadelphia -- a Lindy Hop workshop weekend

Dancing is a great way to meet new people, strengthen your brain, get some exercise, and just let out any of the week's stressors. Don't forget to invite a friend, or come ready to make some new ones. Get Jazz Attack tickets by clicking the button below:

Get Tickets

Mailing List

Get ready to tuck turn and swing out on some of the finest dance floors in Philadelphia.

Lindy Hop and jazz have a have a culturally rich history dating back over 100 years. Born of the artistry and innovation of Black dancers and musicians, and passed down orally and physically through generations, we take great care in sharing this art form in a way that is true to these sounds, styles, and values while encouraging the innovation that is hallmark of all Black social dances. To learn more, visit our history and culture page.

Have any questions? Check out our FAQ page!

Follow us on social media:

Instagram: @jazzattackswings

Facebook: Jazz Attack page and group

Getting Started at Jazz Attack: The Hub of Philadelphia’s Swing Dance Community

Folks make their way to Jazz Attack, Philly’s home for Lindy Hop & swing dance via many different avenues. Whether you came to Jazz Attack because you wanted to make friends, do more physical activity, groove to live music, or get to know an iconic dance form, you have found the right spot!

Social dancing at the Jazz Attack Annual Formal | PC Contigo Photos

Classes and Practices

Jazz Attack has the best swing dance classes in Philadelphia. Aside from being a great way to meet new people, dance is a fun way to exercise while expressing yourself artistically. Part of the fun of dance is getting to practice with others and hone your skills. Fortunately, we have Lindy Hop classes for dancers of all levels– from “I have never set foot on a social dance floor before” to “I have been doing this for years and could probably do a swingout in my sleep.” For a more detailed description of our class levels, you can check out our classes page here.

You can find tickets to our weekly dances here!

If you are just getting started, we have drop-in beginner swing dance classes called Lindy 101 every Thursday at 8pm before our social dance party. Lindy 101 is included in your ticket price – no experience required, no partner required. We recommend taking this class 3-6 times before moving onto our next level.

Once you get comfortable with the basics that you’ve learned in 101, we have monthly series that include admission to our weekly dances. The topics vary from month to month, but feature our core classes of “Rhythm & Groove,” “Connection,” “Solo Jazz,” and “Call & Response.” These classes can be taken in any order and will help set you up with a solid foundation for social dance technique and fun!

At any level, you can practice on your own or with a partner. Check out these resources that one of our team members and instructors, Gavin, has curated here, or you can join us on Sundays from 5-7 for open practice with our friends at RagTag Empire.

Social Events and Discord

Admittedly, as the social events coordinator, I am a little biased here, but I think our social events are what makes Jazz Attack the unique and welcoming space that it is. Getting to know other dancers off of the dance floor is a great way to build relationships and makes asking people to dance far less intimidating. Anyone is welcome to join social events, whether you’ve been to 1 dance or 1,000. With events from board game nights to apple picking, painting to camping, and ice skating to beach days, there’s a social event for everyone!

Pics from Jazz Attack social events including apple picking, skating, beach-ing, painting, karaoke, and hiking!

We also have a community Discord, which you can join here. This is a space where you can learn about dance and social events, coordinate carpools, ask questions, post memes, and, of course, see adorable pictures of the pets of Jazz Attack (a favorite channel). It is a great way to get connected!

Live Band Nights

Here in Philadelphia, we are so lucky to have access to an incredible local jazz scene. On top of that, Jazz Attack often brings in artists from across the country, featuring some of the best swing dance bands from New York City, St. Louis, New Orleans, and more.

Chris Oatts & the Elling-Tones at Jazz Attack | PC Contigo Photos

At Jazz Attack, we bring in a live band at least once a month, usually on the second Thursday. You can check out our schedule here to see when the next live band will be. On our Discord, you can also often find opportunities to check out (and dance to) live music around Philadelphia.

Little Free Jazz Library and History/Culture Page

As stewards of a historical Black vernacular dance, it is crucial that we understand the history and culture behind its creation. A great place to start is our History and Culture page. It includes a (very brief) history of Lindy Hop, as well as historical videos that help illustrate the roots of the dance. But why stop at the basics? To dive deeper into jazz and dance history, you can find our Little Free Jazz Library at every Jazz Attack dance. You can check out books on iconic jazz musicians, dancers, and the history of Lindy Hop. At that same table, you can find QR codes for historic clips you can use to help practice. For even more history, you can check out blogs like Swungover or podcasts like Integrated Rhythm. There is no shortage of opportunities to learn about and appreciate the history and culture surrounding Lindy Hop!

Let’s Get in Touch!

Finally, if you have any questions about Jazz Attack or getting involved, please feel free to reach out to me in person or at adrienne@jazzattackswings.com, or another member of our volunteering team here. Welcome and happy dancing!

Adrienne is the Community Engagement Coordinator at Jazz Attack. She plans monthly off-the-dancefloor social events, and helps new dancers find their footing at Jazz Attack!