Swing Beginner Adults
Beginner Swing.
at Echo West, Portland · 5.0★ (13 Google reviews)
Next class
Thu, Oct 22, 6:15 PM
Thursdays 6:15 PM–7:30 PM
Ask first: Call +1971-267-3246ext.2 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 75-minute beginner swing class for adults, on Thursdays at 6:15 PM, at Echo West, 1420 NW 17th Ave #388. The studio lists 75 classes a week: Aerial & Acrobatics (6), Circus FUNdamentals (5), Into the Air! (4), Adult Mixed Aerial (3), Baby Circus (3), and Open Gym (3), and 28 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“Level 1”
DanceHow data
Swing classes in Portland
Every swing class we track in Portland, read from studio timetables.
58
swing classes a week
36
studios teach it
64%
start at 6:00 PM or later
$16
median drop-in price
Swing classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for swing in Portland (7 of 24 dated classes). 64% start at 6:00 PM or later. The median drop-in price is $16.
This week at Echo West
Showing swing only. All 75 classes at Echo West →
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
1420 NW 17th Ave #388, Portland, OR 97209 Theater company · Aerial sports center · Children's camp
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 echotheaterpdx.org or call +1971-267-3246ext.2.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner adult classes in Portland typically cost $15–$40 per class (median $30, from 42 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner for adults.
When does it run?
Every Thursday, 6:15 PM–7:30 PM.
Where is it?
Echo West, 1420 NW 17th Ave #388, Portland, OR 97209.
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: calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?height=700&wkst=1&bgcolor=%2312a...
- 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.