Learn to Dance

We are dancing the nights away, with lessons and socials on Saturday nights. We are appreciative of the Dalhousie Studley Gymnasium for hosting us. No experience or partner necessary, so come on out and dance with DKS!

All that we ask is that you come with a smile, an open mind, and wearing clean indoor shoes with non-marking soles.

~DalKing Swing is a safe space~

We care about your safety and comfort. If anyone, regardless who, is making you uncomfortable, please come tell a staff member , executive or volunteer.

As these are semi-public lessons, we reserve the right to ask anyone to leave if they are disrupting the event, the enjoyment of our attendees or any other reason that we deem reasonable.

TIME: 8pm

DATE: Every Saturday

PRICE: $5

LOCATION: Studley Gym (Dance Studio), 6185 South Street

Come learn to swing dance! Starting in the fall on Saturday nights, a group of wonderful dancers welcomes you to learn and dance with them. The night begins with a half-hour introductory lesson, followed with social dancing to some great swing music until we’re tired -- all for only $5!!

No dancing experience or partner required, so come learn to swing, meet some friendly people, and dance the night away with us!

Please bring non-scuffing indoor shoes, and keep scented products to a minimum.

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Dates: March 2, 9, 16, 23; April 6, 13.

Time: 7-8pm.

First-timer Price: $45.

Repeat DAncer price: $22.

Volunteer price (limited slots per class, see volunteer page for requirements): $22.

location: Studley Dance studio (6185 south street).

Want to try a partner dance? Are you an absolute beginner with little or no experience? Trying to get some exercise while just having a blast? Lindy hop is a wonderful, joyful dance for all ages! This dance comes to us from the ballrooms of Harlem where Black dancers and musicians pioneered this incredible art form.

Please join us for a 6-week progressive series where you will be introduced to lindy hop fundamentals (no partner or previous experience required!). In this class, we will start from square one, going step by step to get you moving with some confidence and rhythm on the dance floor. We will cover basic 6-count and 8-count Lindy Hop and Charleston, and all the fundamental skills needed to have a great time on the dance floor!

For an example of lindy hop, watch us at summer waterfront dancing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuqRQWcUJ44

This is a 6 week progressive series, so no drop-ins. $45 for the series

COVID19 Notes: Masks strongly recommended, but not required

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Dates: March 2, 9, 16, 23; April 6, 13.

Time: 7-8pm.

First-timer Price: $45.

Repeat DAncer price: $22.

Volunteer price (limited slots per class, see volunteer page for requirements): $22.

Location: Studley gym (6185 south street).

Have you taken Lindy 1, or have done a lot of social dancing and want to take your Lindy Hop to the next level? Please join us for a 6-week progressive series where we will take your dancing to the next level, no partner required. In this class, we will work on expanding your ability to connect to the music and our partners, and show you cool variations to moves you’re already familiar with. At the end of these classes, you will be dancing to a larger range of music tempos, and will have more tools to express yourself on the dance floor.

This is a 6 week progressive series, so no drop-ins. $45 for the series

Prerequisites: As this is a progressive class, at a more difficult level, some prior dance experience is required. Previous attendance of a Lindy 1, Lindy 2, or Charleston class series, or medium dance experience are recommended.

A link to a google map image for visual directions is here.

COVID19 Notes: Masks strongly recommended, but not required

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Dates (April series): April 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 7:30-8:30pm

Price: $30

Location: Studley Dance Studio

We’re bringing back Blues! Join Gaby as she takes you through the basics of Blues. What is Blues? Blues dancing is a genre of partner dance that originated in the African American communities in the early 20th century. It is characterized by an emphasis on improvisation, a strong connection between partners, and a deep emotional connection to the music, making it a unique and expressive form of social dance. Join us and learn something new!

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Past Modules

DON’T FORGET: The drop in class is a perfect taster!