Swing Beginner Adults
Beginner Swing.
at Traffic Jam! Swing, Chicago · 5.0★ (13 Google reviews)
Next class
Sun, Oct 25, 6:00 PM
Sundays 6:00 PM
Ask first: Call +1312-450-0515 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A beginner swing class for adults, on Sundays at 6:00 PM, at Traffic Jam! Swing, 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #115. The studio lists 19 classes a week: Swing (8), Advanced Plus: Cool Moves, Advanced: Mixing 6 & 8 Counts, Advanced: Turns & Technique, Beginner Plus: Intro to Charleston, and Beginner Plus: Turns, and 5 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“Part of Big Band Dance Party”
DanceHow data
Swing classes in Chicago
Every swing class we track in Chicago, read from studio timetables.
46
swing classes a week
31
studios teach it
100%
start at 6:00 PM or later
15%
are beginner level
Swing classes by day
Sunday is the busiest day for swing in Chicago (4 of 16 dated classes). 100% start at 6:00 PM or later. No swing class here publishes a drop-in price, so ask when you book.
This week at Traffic Jam! Swing
Can’t do Sundays? Beginner swing also runs here on Mondays at 7:00 PM.
Showing swing only. All 19 classes at Traffic Jam! Swing →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Sun, Oct 25
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
4043 N Ravenswood Ave #115, Chicago, IL 60613 Dance school · Non-profit organization
DirectionsSame style nearby
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Before you go
Your first swing class
Is Swing suitable for absolute beginners?
Absolutely. Swing is one of the most beginner-friendly dances because it's built on a few simple steps that repeat. Most classes assume you've never danced before and teach at a pace that lets everyone catch up. The social, playful nature of Swing also means beginners feel welcome immediately.
Do I need a partner to start Swing?
No, you don't need a partner before your first class. Teachers will pair people up during the session, and you'll often rotate partners so everyone learns both the lead and follow roles. Many beginners come solo and make friends in their first class.
What should I wear to a Swing class?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes like joggers or casual trousers. Shoes are crucial: you need smooth-soled footwear (leather dance shoes, smooth trainers, or even clean plimsolls work) so you can pivot and slide. Avoid rubber-soled gym trainers, which grip the floor and make turns difficult.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
The studio doesn't say. Ask before you go: on trafficjamswing.com or call +1312-450-0515.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner adult classes in Chicago typically cost $20–$30 per class (median $25, from 62 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner for adults. There's also a beginner swing class here on Mondays at 7:00 PM.
When does it run?
Every Sunday, 6:00 PM.
Where is it?
Traffic Jam! Swing, 4043 N Ravenswood Ave #115, Chicago, IL 60613.
Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.
How we know this
- We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: trafficjamswing.com/events/community/epiphany-july2026-tzd8f-2dnpb
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 13 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.