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 an incredible live big band gala on September 10th and special weekend-long 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.
Thursday Beginner-Friendly Swing Dance Classes & Dance Parties at 1336 Spring Garden
October 1st: Back to School Night - Sudents dance for $1 - ft. the Temple University Lab Band
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Lewi Gilamichael & Gianfranco Semino
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: All About 8 Count with Kate Holden & Mike McDermott
From swings outs to double turns, join Mike and Kate for a series…all about 8 count! They’ll explore every 8 count move they can think of in this series and get you super comfortable with Lindy hop’s most versatile rhythm. This class series will build on Lindy 101 and other Level 1 series to expand your dance vocabulary and deepen your lead/follow communication skills.
Level 2 Series: Solo Jazz Adventures with Maryl Harris (future weeks: Giavanna Townsend, Nick Cruickshank, Steven Fox, and Lewi Gilamichael)
Why take a series with one amazing solo dancer when you can take it with FIVE? We're going on some solo jazz adventures this month with several of Jazz Attack's favorite instructors. Deep-dive into their favorite moves and techniques to level up your solo and find your own style. Pre-req: Comfortable with the shim-sham. This series will be held down the street at Walker Ballroom -- 1822 Spring Garden St., 3rd Floor. Everything else held at 1336 Spring Garden.
9-11pm: Social dance party with LIVE BAND: The Temple University Lab Band + DJ Rachael Keneipp
Advance Pricing: $15 / $1 for students (Lindy101 included)
Day-of Pricing: $117 / $1 for students (Lindy101 included)
October 8th | Live Band Dance ft. Jillian Ashcraft Band
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.
Level 1 Series: All About 8 Count with Kate Holden & Mike McDermott
See description above -- you can still join this week!
Level 2 Series: Solo Jazz Adventures with Giavanna Townsend
See description above -- you can still join this week!
Intermediate Drop-In: Band Night Blues with Olivia Stifel & Steven Fox
Blues is Lindy's slower, smoother sister. These styles were danced on the same floors for decades, and every Lindy Hopper should have some blues in their back pocket. Come get down with Olivia & Steven!
9-11pm: Social dance party with the Jillian Ashcraft Band
Advance Pricing: $15 / $10 for students (Lindy101 included) +$5 for drop-in blues class
Day-of Pricing: $17 / $12 for students (Lindy101 included) +$5 for drop-in blues class
October 15th: Blues Muse Pre-Party
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Adrienne Barberg & Ericka Skirpan
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: All About 8 Count with Kate Holden & Mike McDermott
This series will close after week 2.
Level 2 Series: Solo Jazz Adventures with Nick Cruickshank
This series will close after week 2.
Intermediate Drop-In: Groovin' Blues with Olivia Stifel & Steven Fox
Blues is Lindy's slower, smoother sister. These styles were danced on the same floors for decades, and every Lindy Hopper should have some blues in their back pocket. Come get down with Olivia & Steven!
9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Kate Holden
Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included) +$5 for drop-in blues class
Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included) +$5 for drop-in blues class
October 22nd:
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Rachael Keneipp & Nick Cruickshank
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: All About 8 Count with Kate Holden & Mike McDermott
This series will close after week 2.
Level 2 Series: Solo Jazz Adventures with Steven Fox
This series will close after week 2.
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)
October 29th: Halloween Costume Dance
8-9pm:
Lindy 101 Lesson: Intro to Lindy Hop & Jazz with Korin Carpenter & 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: All About 8 Count with Kate Holden & Mike McDermott
This series will close after week 2.
Level 2 Series: Solo Jazz Adventures with Lewi Gilamichael
This series will close after week 2.
9-11pm: Social dance party with DJ Nick Cruickshank's extra-spooky set
Advance Pricing: $10 / $7 for students (Lindy101 included)
Day-of Pricing: $12 / $9 for students (Lindy101 included)
Special Events This Month & Beyond
Jazz Attack goes to Swing Aus: October 30 - November 1 | Lancaster, PA
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 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.
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