What Is Swing Dancing?

Originating in African American communities during the 1920s – 1940s in the United States (most famously Harlem, New York), swing dancing encompasses a group of social dances including Lindy Hop, Charleston, Collegiate Shag, Balboa, Blues and Solo (Vernacular) Jazz. Check out the video, or read more here.

What’s On

Classes

Various schools in Adelaide provide you the opportunity to learn to dance in relaxed, fun and safe environments. Get to know them below.

3. Anzac Day 2021-Swing Dance Adelade, photo by Simona Padvelskyte

Events

There are so many opportunities to dance in Adelaide! Click below to be taken to our community calendar on Facebook.