Pricing

• Series Classes $50 for a 4-week series. Includes free admission to dance party.
• Both Series Classes $75 for both 4-week series. Includes free admission to dance party.
• Drop-In Classes $16 Drop-in. Includes free admission to dance party.
• Both Drop-In Classes $24 Drop-in. Includes free admission to dance party.
• Swing Dance Party only $8 from 9:30pm - midnight; $12 on band nights.

See our discounts for individuals 24 & younger below.

Registration

To register for class, do it online here — or bring cash, check, or credit card and sign up at the front desk. Please arrive 15 minutes before class starts on the first Wednesday of the month to avoid the line and make it to class on time. Please read our Agreement of Release and Waiver of Liability.

Current Classes (May) Online registration is open, click here to register now!

Class schedule summary

7:15pm - 8:15pm	Level 2 Lindy Hop - It's Time to Turn w/ Gilles & Cheryl/Julie/Angela	Solo Jazz (all levels) - The Big Apple! w/ Hunter & Audrey
8:15pm - 9:15pm	Level 1 Lindy Hop - Blending 6 and 8 Count Figures w/ Peter & Cheryl/Evonne/Angela	Level 3 Lindy Hop - Lindy Hop Vignettes w/ Audrey & Hunter

Class Details

(7:15pm-8:15pm) Level 2 Lindy Hop - It's Time to Turn May 2, 2012 - May 23, 2012 Lindy Hop Series Class w/ Gilles & Cheryl/Julie/Angela A lot of the fun of dancing is about turning. In this class, you will learn how to turn your partner and yourself, when to turn and how fast, and how not to get dizzy. We will play with inside turns, outside turns, pop turns, barrel turns, travelling turns, lock turns, no blinking signals required. We may put a few spins on them too. We hope followers turn out en masse for this level 2 series, we need you followers, come to turn with us! This series class will be suitable for dancers with 6+ months of continuous dancing experience. No partner necessary! Just bring your enthusiasm! Pricing for this 4-week series class: $50 for the series or $16 drop-in, click here to register.

(7:15pm-8:15pm) Solo Jazz (all levels) - The Big Apple! May 2, 2012 - May 23, 2012 Solo Jazz Series Class w/ Hunter & Audrey Come learn the Big Apple dance as performed by the original Whiteys Lindy Hoppers. Filled with vintage vernacular Jazz movements that will inspire and improve your dance quality. Join Hunter as he breaks down the movements into simple and easy to understand concepts that will get you dancing! It is Frankie's birth month and the folks up at the 9:20 Special in SF are learning this routine too, so perhaps we can all join together in a huge spontaneous Big Apple out there somewhere! The more people who know it, the better! This series class will be suitable for dancers with no dance experience to dancers of any level wishing to improve their body movement. No partner necessary! Just bring your enthusiasm! Pricing for this 4-week series class: $50 for the series or $16 drop-in, click here to register.

(8:15pm-9:15pm) Level 1 Lindy Hop - Blending 6 and 8 Count Figures May 2, 2012 - May 23, 2012 Lindy Hop Series Class w/ Peter & Cheryl/Evonne/Angela It's time to swing! One of the most fun parts of swing dancing is blending 8-count footwork, 6-count footwork, and other interesting rhythms. It's never boring, to say the least! In this beginner level 4 week series class, we'll teach you some basic 6 and 8-count moves and then explore the art of transitioning between these rhythms. Through it all, we'll get you swinging with style! This series class will be suitable from the absolute beginner with no dance experience to dancers of any level looking to refresh their basics. No experience is necessary! No partner necessary! Just bring your enthusiasm! Pricing for this 4-week series class: $50 for the series or $16 drop-in, click here to register.

(8:15pm-9:15pm) Level 3 Lindy Hop - Lindy Hop Vignettes May 2, 2012 - May 23, 2012 Lindy Hop Series Class w/ Audrey & Hunter Hunter is thrilled to bring to you a few of his favorite movements. Join him and Audrey as they bring a series of a mini-routines that focus on different movement techniques and qualities that will improve your Lindy Hop and thrill you on the dance floor. This series class will be suitable for dancers with 12 to 18 months of continuous dancing experience. Not sure it's for you, contact us. No partner necessary! Just bring your enthusiasm! Pricing for this 4-week series class: $50 for the series or $16 drop-in, click here to register.

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What class should I take?

We recommend you take the level 1 series class (at least) three times (meaning for three months) to give you a chance to take all three different topics covered in each of those months, as well as getting a good foundation with your basic send-out, swing-out, lindy circle and charleston.

After three months, depending on your comfort level, you can choose to take another round of level 1 classes, graduate to the level 2 class, or take both classes for a while. There is always something more to learn in either of the classes, and there are no exams :)

Wondering if you're eligible for level 3, it is best to ask one of the teachers. Contact us here.

If you're hesitating between level 1 and the Balboa class, we advise you to take level 1 first and come back to Balboa later. It is beneficial to have some Lindy fundamentals when taking the Balboa class.

What to wear?

Clothes
The most important thing is to wear comfortable clothing that is easy to move in. The lindy scene is very casual, and there's a wide range of clothing from jeans and t-shirts to nice dresses and suits (especially on band nights). Some people choose to come in vintage clothing or hair styles, which can be a very fun way to get into the mood! When wearing skirts, be careful that fast spins or jumps will not reveal more than you intend, and that they are loose enough to allow you to stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Whatever the temperature outside, remember that you'll get warm after dancing for a while. Light layers that can be removed will help keep you comfortable so you're not sweltering all night long.

Footwear
For both men and women, it is much easier to dance, spin, and generally impress your partner with your fancy moves in smooth-soled shoes. Shoes that have a really grippy sole can cause injuries to knees and ankles when you try to spin or turn quickly. The most important thing is to wear comfortable shoes, and you may want to experiment with different types to find which you prefer. For ladies, make sure that the shoes you wear have a back to them and will not fall off your foot when you kick or drag on the floor when you pick up your heel. If you need to "doctor" your shoes, you can do something as simple as putting a strip of duct tape on the sole of the shoe to give it more slip or, for a more permanent solution, you can take them to a cobbler to add a suede or smooth leather sole.

For Lindy, flat shoes or shoes with very low heels are easiest to dance in. It's also recommended to wear closed-toed shoes (to protect your toes!). Unlike some partner/ballroom dances, high heels (especially stilettos and platform shoes) are not a good choice and can be dangerous if they are unstable.

For Balboa, we recommend that followers wear shoes that have a short heel and a smooth sole which will not drag on the floor when you're standing on the balls of your feet.

You can find links to online dance shoe stores on our links page.

24 & younger Discounts!

WNH welcomes individuals of 24 years and younger! Show proof of age 24 and younger at the front desk for half off the price of series classes. If you are over 24 years old, but still carry enough credits to qualify as a full-time student, you are still eligible for the discount. Bring in your full-time class schedule for that semester or quarter to get the discount. Dances are also discounted to a $6 admission cost. Drop-in classes are not discounted.

Discount policy for 24 and younger or full-time students:

• $25 for series classes (regularly $50)
• $16 for drop-in classes (same as regular price)
• $6 for the dance only (regularly $8 or $12 on band night)

Discount policy in effect! NOW!

Punch Cards & 2-for-1 Coupons

WNH offers $80 value pre-paid punch cards for entrance to the dance only. Each card gets you 10 admissions to the dance party be it a band night or a special party or performance. No more messing around with cash at the door. Just present your card and sign in!

If you signed up for the class series and you would like to introduce Lindy Hop to someone who has never been to Wednesday Night Hop before, ask your instructor for a 2-for-1 coupon. You can sign up for your next series class for only $25 for the continuing student and $25 for the brand new dancer! Spread the gospel of swing!

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Classes Every Week! (Drop-ins welcome)
Next Lindy Hop Series Classes Start on June 6th!