WCS London Classes

All of our regular group classes are held on Monday nights at the Polish Hall, 554 Hill St. (registration required). Classes are one hour long, with the last 10-15 minutes dedicated to a guided practice where you can practice what you have learned, with the instructors circulating and helping. We start with the Repertoire class at 6:30, followed by the Foundations/Foundations II class at 7:30. From 8:30 to 9:00 there is a practice dance.

No Partner is Required. We encourage rotation of partners during our group classes. This quickens and enhances your learning as you adjust and adapt to other dancers at various levels and promotes the social aspect of the dance.

Cost for Classes

  • $85 per person for each 6-week session.
  • $55 per session for students (valid student ID required)
  • $45 for those repeating Foundations or Foundations II (in the same or opposite role)
  • $15 drop-in (Repertoire only)
  • $5 off when you pay in advance via eTransfer (swinglondon.wcs@gmail.com)

Foundations (6 Weeks)
Next Session Starting January 13, 2025

In this class, students will learn the basic technique and patterns that provide the foundation for west coast swing. This class is suitable for those who are just starting west coast swing, who wish to brush up on their basics or solidify their skills, or for those who would like to learn the opposite role. No dance experience is needed and no partner is needed.

“What class should I take first?”

Mondays 7:30pm-8:30pm
January 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10, 24
No class February 17 (Family Day)
$85 per person,
$55 for students (with valid student ID)
$45 if repeating

Foundations II (6 Weeks)
Next Session Starting March 3, 2025

The class will focus on reviewing and fine-tuning basic technical skills and building on the basic patterns that provide the foundation for west coast swing. Our aim is to help build your confidence leading and following on the social floor and prepare you for the Repertoire group series. Topics will include connection, whips, wraps and more.

“What class should I take first?”

Mondays 7:30pm-8:30pm
March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April 7
With Jessica Polzer
$85 per person,
$55 for students (with valid student ID)
$45 if repeating

Repertoire (6 Weeks)
Next Session Starting January 13, 2025

This class builds on the basic technique and patterns learned in Foundations II. Students will strengthen their technical skills and expand their west coast swing repertoire by learning variations and extensions of basic patterns, as well as new patterns. Content will vary during each session and will not be restricted to one pattern type. This class is suitable for those who have a solid understanding of the basic technique and patterns of west coast swing and who wish to enhance their dancing with new patterns and variations. No partner is needed. Drop-ins welcome.
“What class should I take first?”

Mondays 6:30pm-7:30pm
January 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10, 24
No class February 17 (Family Day)
$85 per person,
$55 for students (with valid student ID)
$15 drop-in