Swing Beginner
Beginner Swing.
at The Swing Club PDX, Portland · 5.0★ (14 Google reviews)
Next class
Wed, Oct 21, 6:00 PM
Wednesdays 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
Ask first: Call +1971-240-2106 · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 60-minute beginner swing class, on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM, at The Swing Club PDX, 3300 SE Woodward St. The studio lists 10 classes a week: Swing (7), Beginner Lesson, Jazz, and Stumptown Dance Lesson, and 4 of them are at beginner level.
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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 The Swing Club PDX
Can’t do Wednesdays? Absolute beginner swing also runs here on Tuesdays at 6:45 PM.
Showing swing only. All 10 classes at The Swing Club PDX →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Wed, Oct 21
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
3300 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR 97202 Dance company
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?
It's listed as a drop-in class, so you can usually pay on the day. Ask before you go: on theswingclubpdx.com or call +1971-240-2106.
How much is it?
$10 (drop in).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner. There's also a absolute beginner swing class here on Tuesdays at 6:45 PM.
When does it run?
Every Wednesday, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM.
Where is it?
The Swing Club PDX, 3300 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR 97202.
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: theswingclubpdx.com/otherswingevents
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 14 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.