Learn the basics of Collegiate Shag with Lou and Emily! This swing dance is often danced to high tempos, featuring fast footwork and an upright frame. If you’re looking for a dance that has the flashy footwork and high tempos of Balboa, with the dynamism and shapes of Lindy Hop, this dance is for you! Although some fundamentals are shared between shag and other swing dances, this class is appropriate for brand new dancers and experienced jazz movers alike. Dancers are encouraged to wear shoes that have some slip to them, and to be prepared for some cardio!

REGISTER: Here!

WHEN: Sundays 7-9pm 11/1, 11/8, 11/22, 11/29

WHERE: Hoover St Studio, 323 E Hoover Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
Note that street shoes are not allowed in the studio in order to keep the floor clean and smooth. Plan to bring dance shoes, cleaned shoes, or socks.

INSTRUCTORS: Lou Roof and Emily Topham

PRICING: $30-60 Pay-What-You-Can
*If cost is a barrier to you, please reach out to swingannarbor@gmail.com to discuss scholarship opportunities. We want everyone to be able to dance!
Paypal swingannarbor@gmail.com or bring cash or check to class – please arrive early to pay!

Join Kaya and Marcell for a 4 week series where we will hope to build on your working knowledge from Swing I and apply it within the context of the social floor. Our goals will be to gain confidence with the move sets that we know, and focus on control, creativity, and awareness both of the music and our partner. We will work on finding move combinations that flow well for each of us and work them into our dancing and individual styles. This class is great for anyone who has taken Swing I at any point, or for beginner-intermediate dancers who have learned moves like swingouts and want to continue to grow as dancers.

REGISTER: Here!

WHEN: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30, October 28-November 18

WHERE: Mason Hall

INSTRUCTORS: Kaya Lakein and Marcell Benkes-Toth

PRICING: $20-60 Pay-What-You-Can
*If cost is a barrier to you, please reach out to swingannarbor@gmail.com to discuss scholarship opportunities. We want everyone to be able to dance!
Paypal swingannarbor@gmail.com or bring cash or check to class – please arrive early to pay!

Gettin’ in the Groove: An All-Levels Solo Jazz Series!

Explore solo jazz dancing in this four week series with Sarah Beth!
Each week students will learn a new set of classic jazz steps, a short sequence to solidify their learning, and engage in solo social dancing. Regardless of your swing dancing experience level, there will be something new for everyone!
No solo jazz experience required. Attendees who have experience in solo jazz will have the opportunity to try new variations and explore new concepts with their dancing.

REGISTER: Here!

WHEN:
Sundays 7-9pm
9/13, 9/20, 10/11, 10/18
Classes are progressive but students may miss classes and rejoin later in the series.

WHERE:
Hoover St Studio, 323 E Hoover Ave, Ann Arbor MI

INSTRUCTOR:
Sarah Beth (SB) is a dancer, teacher, choreographer, and performer based in Grand Rapids, MI. She was introduced to Lindy Hop and vernacular jazz over a decade ago and hasn’t stopped groovin’ since. She was invited to join the Lindy Focus Residency Program in 2025 and holds competitive titles at events such as Second City Swingout, Dayton Swing Smackdown, and more. SB is a co-founder of Rapid Rhythms Swing Dance Community, where she teaches weekly classes and coaches performance and competitive teams.
SB firmly believes dancing is for everybody and every body. Her classes are known for being lively, interactive, and adaptive to her students.

PRICING:
Pay-What-You-Can $10-30 per week
*If cost is a barrier to you, please reach out to swingannarbor@gmail.com to discuss scholarship opportunities. We want everyone to be able to dance!
Paypal swingannarbor@gmail.com or bring cash or check to class – please arrive early to pay!

Build your Lindy Hop on a solid foundation! In this 6-week series, we’ll be working toward swingouts from the ground up. Learn classic shapes & patterns while improving your connection & improvisation skills. Students are encouraged to have attended 1-3 beginner lessons prior to taking this series. Please note that students may be directed to the concurrent beginner lesson if they did not attend the progressive class the week prior. Attendance at the entire series is expected (excepting sickness and other life events) in order to best serve your and other students’ progress in the class.

REGISTER: Here!

WHEN:
Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 (6 weeks)
(During our normal beginner lesson time – the group will walk together from Mason Hall to the social dance.)

We will also be having Sunday practice sessions at Hoover Street Studio!
Sunday 7:00-9:00pm 9/27, 10/4

WHERE:
Mason Hall

INSTRUCTORS: Ali and Annaliese

PRICING:
Pay-What-You-Can $30-90
*If cost is a barrier to you, please reach out to swingannarbor@gmail.com to discuss scholarship opportunities. We want everyone to be able to dance!
Paypal swingannarbor@gmail.com or bring cash or check to class – please arrive early to pay!