Swing Adults
Swing.
at Department of Dance, Seattle · 5.0★ (1 Google reviews)
Next class
Thu, Oct 22, 12:30 PM
Thursdays 12:30 PM–2:20 PM
Ask first: Call +1206-543-9843 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable yesterday
About this class
A 110-minute swing class for adults, on Thursdays at 12:30 PM, at Department of Dance, 4000 15th Ave NE. The studio lists 69 classes a week: Contemporary (20), Hip-Hop (9), Afrobeats (5), Ballet (5), Tango (4), and African Dance Techniques (3), and 19 of them are at beginner level.
DanceHow data
Swing classes in Seattle
Every swing class we track in Seattle, read from studio timetables.
79
swing classes a week
26
studios teach it
80%
start at 6:00 PM or later
$15
median drop-in price
Swing classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for swing in Seattle (14 of 54 dated classes). 80% start at 6:00 PM or later. The median drop-in price is $15.
This week at Department of Dance
Can’t do Thursdays? swing also runs here on Tuesdays at 12:30 PM.
Showing swing only. All 69 classes at Department of Dance →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Thu, Oct 22
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
4000 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105 University
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 dance.washington.edu or call +1206-543-9843.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Swing classes in Seattle typically cost $15–$20 per class (median $15, from 11 classes that publish a price).
When does it run?
Every Thursday, 12:30 PM–2:20 PM.
Where is it?
Department of Dance, 4000 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105.
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: dance.washington.edu/courses
- First listed on DanceHow October 18, 2026; last checked yesterday. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 1 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.