West Coast Swing Lessons In Boise
Looking for a way to pick up a new hobby, improve your fitness, and meet new people? Add some fun to your life by signing up for West Coast Swing lessons in Boise! This versatile, improvisational dance style has its roots in sunny California and Hollywood’s Golden Age – it’s even California’s official state dance! Join our welcoming Fred Astaire Boise studio community and dive into this modern dance style.
If you want to take a peek at our Boise dance studio before signing up for a class, stop by during Downtown Boise’s First Thursdays! We host a free open house with dance demos, a newcomer group class and social dancing. Check our Studio Calendar for the next First Thursday Free Open House.
What to Expect at Your First Lesson
After an introductory lesson — sign up for a $40 intro lesson! — you can join our Beginner Dance Program where you’ll start to learn basic ballroom dance patterns, foot position, directional movements, and more.
Your new skills will grow even faster (and you’ll have a lot of fun) with access to unlimited group classes (including West Coast Swing lessons!) and social dancing parties, where you can practice your moves to a variety of musical styles alongside the rest of your studio dance family.
Our knowledgable instructors are welcoming and passionate about teaching dancers of all levels. They strive to make each class a fun and positive experience.
Get Started In Three Easy Steps!
Step 1
As a beginner, you’ll learn the basic steps and rhythm of the West Coast Swing. Your instructor will help you learn the basic count and show you how to move with the music.
Step 2
Practicing with a partner, you’ll get the hang of leading and following.
Step 3
Before you know it, you’ll be stepping and swinging across the floor to the music and having a great time!
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What Is the West Coast Swing?
The West Coast Swing evolved from the Lindy Hop and the Jitterbug in the 1930s and 40s, with a few modifications that made the dance style perfect for Hollywood’s film industry: partners dancing the West Coast Swing stay in a relatively small area, or a “slot.” Because of the limited movement across the floor, it’s believed that Hollywood film directors preferred this dance for the movies as it was easier to film!
West Coast Swing incorporates aspects of many swing dance styles including the Lindy, Shag, Whip, and Push.
The West Coast Swing became popular across the United States due to its versatility. It can be easily adapted to a variety of popular musical styles, from Rock n Roll to Country, classic Swing music, Disco, Rock, and Soul. Dance partners keep a relaxed stance throughout the movements and the slower tempo allows for improvisation. While our instructors will help you learn proper technique, this dance style has plenty of room for personalization and expressing your creativity!
The West Coast Swing is a great dance to learn if you already enjoy social dancing, want to master some basics before trying out swing dancing events, or are simply looking for a fun way to be active and meet new people.
West Coast Swing Video Demo
Check out the relaxed steps, spins, and improvised movements of the West Coast Swing.
Want to join the fun? Sign yourself up for the best West Coast Swing lessons in Boise! Our friendly, helpful instructors will have you stepping across the floor in no time.
See you on the dance floor!