Winter Classes ‘26
Whether you’re just starting out or ready to build on what you know, Tuxedo Cat Swing has classes for every level!
We regularly offer classes on weekday evenings focused on Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa, Blues, and Solo Jazz!
No partner needed, we will pair up and rotate in class.
Our class series are progressive, because of this, we only allow drop-ins in the first two weeks.
We highly encourage you to retake class series to strengthen and refine your dance skills. It is beneficial to retake classes as content covered can vary from class to class! Different instructors as they all teach a different set of moves and can explain concepts differently. Not only that, but It also is a great opportunity to learn the opposite dance role.
We offer 40% off to anyone retaking a series, email us for the discount code if you are interested.
Foundations to 8-Count Lindy Hop
Cost: $90/$70*Six Week Series
Dates: Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 (no class on Nov 24th)
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 6:30PM - 7:30 PM (weekly)
Location: Rosemont Community Hall
Instructors: Tasha & Erik
Our Foundations to 8-Count Lindy Hop series is perfect for beginners who have never danced before, dancers who have been dancing a while and feel comfortable with 6-count Lindy Hop and are ready to learn more, for those looking for a refresher to focus on fundamentals, or to those wanting to learn the opposite role!
This series will be focused on 8-count patterns and shapes like swing outs, circles, turns, promenades, and more!Through the class, Tasha & Erik will teach a variety of these moves and teach you all the fundamental skills of connection, rhythm, pulse, and musicality.
This class is progressive and each week builds on the last. Drop in’s are welcome during the first two weeks, so you may try the class before you commit! You can come sign up & pay at the door.
We know it can be intimidating to try dance classes alone, so sign up with a friend and you both can get $20 off* each for the series! More details on registration page.
Already took this class series before? If you want to retake the series, you can get 40% off, just email us to get the discount code! It’s a great opportunity to strengthen your foundations by learning for new instructors or learn the opposite dance role.
Foundations to Balboa 2
Cost: $89/Six Week Series
Dates: Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 (no class on Nov 24th)
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 7:45PM - 8:45 PM (weekly)
Location: Rosemont Community Hall
Instructors: Drew & Shanley
Did you take our Foundations to Balboa series, and feel ready to continue learning? Or maybe you want a refresher on your fundamental Balboa skills? Drew & Shanley will be building off the last foundations series and continuing to teach Balboa. This series will help you further your dancing, your connection and basics, and learn new shapes and transitions. Knowing the fundamental basics and moves will allow you to have comfy and connected dances, and will later allow you to learn many different variations!
Our instructors are passionate about learning and teaching Balboa, often attending various Balboa events across Canada and have attended workshops in Europe! They have a unique way to approach teaching and building dancers up to dance Balboa comfortably.
For this class, you must feel comfortable dancing in closed embrace and comfortable with material covered in the last foundations series, or be comfortable with Bal basics.
As this is a progressive series, drop-ins will only be allowed in the first two weeks for dancers who are comfortable with their Balboa basics. Please contact us if you have questions or concerns at tuxedocatswing@gmail.com
Swing Practice Sessions
Cost: Sliding scale, $5 suggested
Upcoming Dates: Saturdays - Oct 10 & 24, Nov 14th, Dec 12th
Location: UniverseSoul Dance Studio
Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 4:30-6:30pm for an open swing practice.
This is an open space for dancers to come with ideas to play around with, or go with the flow and experiment and practice. We will have music playing suitable for all swing styles, so come share, dance, and collaborate with others.
Keep in mind that this is not a class, so do not expect anyone to guide or instruct you. There will some more experienced dancers around, and you are welcome to ask them for feedback and tips if they are open to it.
No need to come with a partner, it is open to swing dancers of all levels, whether you take classes with us or not!
These practices have a pay-what-you-can model, with a suggested donation of $5. Those who are able are welcome to give a little extra to support the space and community, but please don’t let it stop you from coming!