West Coast Swing Beginner Course & Blues Dance Sampler
Schedule
Wed Oct 15 2025 at 06:30 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Abbey Bar at Appalachian Brewing Company | Harrisburg, PA
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West Coast Swing & Blues - Wednesdays in October at the Abbey Bar50 N. Cameron St. Harrisburg, PA
DATES: Oct 15th, 22nd, 29th
Early-Bird Rate ends on Wed. Oct 8th
and classes start OCTOBER 15th @ The Abbey Bar in Harrisburg.
Starting October 15th – Find Your Groove, Build Your Skills, Join the Fun
GENERAL SCHEDULE for OCT 15th start date:
6:30 - Beginner West Coast Swing Series
7:30 - Blues Sampler Series
7:30 - West Coast Swing Level 1.5
7:30 - West Coast Swing Level 2
8:15 - Social Dance Party
https://therhythmlounge.dance/classes-events/2025/oct-wednesday-week3-ps3ls-33j5p-em6n5-zpghy
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DETAILS DETAILS DETAILS:
This October, we’re kicking off something exciting: a mix of mini 3-week sessions in WCS, a Blues Sampler and a special 10-week Ultimate Beginner West Coast Swing course and a 3 week West Coast Crash Course. Whether you’re brand new or looking to level up, there’s a place for you on the dance floor.
👉 Drop-in options available (space permitting).
👉 Early-bird discounts if you register before October 8th
👉 Combo Dance Passes available - take some West Coast and some Blues this month
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📍 Wednesday Night Schedule (Oct 15–29)
6:15 PM: Doors open - please check in at the front
6:30–7:15 PM: Choose your class - these will be taught together for 3 weeks, but you have options on the length of your journey right now. We know some Latin dancers want to try WCS and then jump back into Latin in November.
~ Ultimate Beginner West Coast Swing 10 week course = $90 for 10 weeks
~ Beginner West Coast Swing Crash Course - 3 week course = $40 for 3 weeks
7:30–8:15 PM: Choose your class
~ Blues Sampler with Jordie (all levels)
~West Coast Swing Level 1.5 (with Bree, Robbie, Carisa & Eric)
~ West Coast Swing Level 2 – Bluesy Edition (with Carla, Rye, Bree & guests)
~ 8:15–9:15 PM: Social Dance Party 🎉
Practice your new moves to a mix of WCS, Blues, Jazz, R&B, and Soul in a friendly, low-pressure space.
💰 Pricing & Packages
3-Week Session (1 class/week): $40 (early-bird by Oct 8)
3 week Mini-West Coast Swing Crash Course $40 by Oct 8th - (Oct 15, Oct 22nd, Oct 29th)
10-Week Ultimate Beginner WCS: $90 (early-bird by Oct 8th) | $110 after
10-Week + Blues Combo (13 classes): $120
3-Week Session (2 classes/week = 6 weeks total): $70 (Blues + Class) Details coming
See a combo that is different from what we have listed, simply message us and we can accommodate. Some people with some WCS experience may want to experience the “ultimate WCS beginner course as the opposite role and also take level 2 WCS, message us.)
All Classes include the social dance party afterwards
Drop-In Rates per week (space permitting):
1 Class – $20
2 Classes – $30
Social Dance Only – $5
Pricing & Registration - Varies Depending on course
✨ DETAILS about these Featured Courses:
🎶 Blues Mini Session with Jordie Ashley (3 Weeks)
Dates: Oct 15, 22, 29
Level: All levels welcome – beginner-friendly
Format: Progressive sampler session working on solo body movement and partnering
Early-bird Price: $40 (by Oct 8)
✨ Ultimate Beginner West Coast Swing (10 Weeks) & 3 Week Crash Course in basics
Dates: Oct 15 – Dec 17 for the 10 week course // Oct 15th, 22nd 29th for 3 week mini
Level: Perfect for brand-new dancers (no partner needed)
Early-bird Price: $90 (by Oct 1)
Your 10-week journey into West Coast Swing includes:
Strong fundamentals in 6-count and 8-count rhythms
Weekly progressions that build confidence step by step
Plenty of practice, drills, and feedback
Dedicated teachers invested in your growth
A welcoming mix of brand-new beginners and dancers filling in their foundations
Course Outline at a Glance:
Weeks 1–4: Foundations – basics, rhythm, connection, starter steps, simple combos, turns
Weeks 5–7: Expanding – 8-count whips, variations, smoother flow
Week 8: Integration & feedback
Week 9: Transitions & turns
Week 10: Social dance ready
✨ West Coast Swing Level 1.5 & Level 2 (3 Weeks)
Dates: Oct 15, 22, 29 - The Bluesy Edition, lets explore some ideas to dance to different music
Level 1.5 Prerequisite: Know WCS basics – right/left side passes, sugar push, sugar tuck, whip
Level 2 Prerequisite: Comfortable with 6-count basics, 8-count rhythms, whips, slingshot, turning passes (*we may encourage people who are not ready for level 2 to join us in level 1.5 happening at the same time). You should be able to demonstrate these prerequisites without a review and or visual cue. Thanks for your understanding.
Early-bird Price: $40 (by Oct 8)
https://therhythmlounge.dance/classes-events/2025/oct-wednesday-week3-ps3ls-33j5p-em6n5-zpghy
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Where is it happening?
The Abbey Bar at Appalachian Brewing Company, 50 N Cameron St,Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
