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, 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) We hope you enjoyed these series.

Class schedule summary

7:15pm - 8:15pm	Level 2 Lindy Hop - Tandem & Hand-to-Hand Charleston w/ Gilles & Idalia	Tap For Lindy Hoppers w/ Audrey
8:15pm - 9:15pm	Level 1 Lindy Hop - 6 & 8-count Lindy Hop w/ Eliott & Lori	Level 3 Lindy Hop - Moves To Inspire You w/ Gilles & Idalia

Class Details

(7:15pm-8:15pm) Level 2 Lindy Hop - Tandem & Hand-to-Hand Charleston May 1, 2013 - May 22, 2013 Lindy Hop Series Class w/ Gilles & Idalia If you have ever ridden a tandem bike, you know that you first have to find your balance by yourself, and then together. But once you find it, you get to share a whole new partnership experience! This month, we will show you how to get on and off your Charleston tandem, and play with fun variations. Come and join us, no bike or helmet required! But wait, there's more. We will also play with hand-to-hand Charleston, one of our favorites, it's like a super handshake for lindy hoppers only! 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 series class: $50 for the series or $16 drop-in.

(7:15pm-8:15pm) Tap For Lindy Hoppers May 1, 2013 - May 22, 2013 Elective Series Class w/ Audrey Rhythm is king, and what better way to get in synch with the music than to create it with our feet! We'll learn some basic building blocks, combine them to make some classic steps, improvise a little and learn tap shim sham. Learn to use your body and control you weight changes in a whole new and fantastically deliberate way. Please note: soft shoes only. No taps on the studio's floor! This series class is suitable for dancers of all levels. If you are a beginner dancer, prepare to be challenged. No partner necessary! Just bring your enthusiasm! Pricing for this series class: $50 for the series or $16 drop-in.

(8:15pm-9:15pm) Level 1 Lindy Hop - 6 & 8-count Lindy Hop May 1, 2013 - May 22, 2013 Lindy Hop Series Class w/ Eliott & Lori This is the good stuff! 6-count moves are fun and easy ways to rock out to the rhythm, featuring simple turns and spins for maximum follow flair and neat wraps and turns for the leads. We'll transition to 8-count footwork halfway through and teach you how to mix and match your new moves with ease. 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 series class: $50 for the series or $16 drop-in.

(8:15pm-9:15pm) Level 3 Lindy Hop - Moves To Inspire You May 1, 2013 - May 22, 2013 Lindy Hop Series Class w/ Gilles & Idalia This month, Gilles & Idalia will select moves from some of the Lindy Hop superstars and teach them to you to inspire you. They will deconstruct them to show you how they "work" and what makes them look so cool. They will make sure that there is equal material for leaders and followers. 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 series class: $50 for the series or $16 drop-in.

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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

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!

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Classes Every Week! (Drop-ins welcome)
Next Lindy Hop Series Classes Start on June 5th!