Swing Dance Lessons in Kansas City
Learn the joyful, improvised partner dance born to big-band jazz — then put it to work every Thursday at KC's friendliest swing night.
Classes
Everyone starts with Lindy Hop Level 1 or East Coast Swing. Classes run in four-week series.
A Swing Studio a Few Blocks From 18th & Vine
Kansas City gave the world some of the greatest swing music ever played, and Lindenhop opened in 2015 to make sure the dancing lived on here too. Our studio sits in the Crossroads, a few blocks from the jazz district, with a sprung floor and a wall of old records.
We teach Lindy Hop as a social dance: improvised, musical and made for dancing with anyone. Rotation is standard, singles are welcome, and our Thursday swing night is where everything you learn turns into joy.
- ✓Rotating partners in every class
- ✓Leaders and followers both welcome solo
- ✓Sprung floor in the Crossroads
- ✓Live bands once a month
Thursday Swing Night
Kansas City's friendliest dance floor. A free beginner lesson at 8, then DJs spinning Basie, Ellington and Chick Webb until 11 — and on the first Thursday of the month, a live big band.
Come alone or with friends. Our hosts pair up newcomers, and the whole room does the Shim Sham at 10.
- ✓Free beginner lesson at 8 PM
- ✓DJs weekly, live big band monthly
- ✓Hosts who pair up newcomers
- ✓$12 at the door, free for members
Swing-Outs and Big Bands
Four Mondays to Your First Swing-Out
Week 1 — Pulse & Triple Steps
Find the bounce, the triple step and a basic six-count.
Week 2 — The Swing-Out
Lindy Hop's signature move, broken down slowly.
Week 3 — Circles & Tuck Turns
Moves that make a single song feel like a conversation.
Week 4 — Swing Night
Put it together, then come dance with everyone on Thursday.
Series, Drop-Ins and Memberships
Prices are per person. No partner required for any class.
4-Week Series
One series class for a month.
- Four weekly classes
- Two free swing nights
- Practice session access
Membership
Dance as much as you like.
- All series and drop-ins
- Every swing night free
- Workshop discounts
Swing Questions
What's the difference between Lindy Hop and East Coast Swing?
Lindy Hop is the original eight-count swing dance from 1930s Harlem, with the swing-out at its heart. East Coast Swing is a simpler six-count dance that's quicker to learn. Both are great first steps.
Do I have to come with someone?
Not at all. Classes rotate partners so everyone dances with everyone, and many students come alone.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes and shoes with smooth soles that spin — leather-soled shoes or sneakers with suede patches. Vintage outfits are welcome but never required.
Can I come to swing night as a total beginner?
Yes — the 8 PM lesson is made for first-timers, and our hosts will help you find partners.
Is there live music?
A live big band plays on the first Thursday of every month; DJs play the rest.
What if I miss a class in a series?
Members can make up a missed class in another series at the same level. Series students get a practice session credit.
Next Series Starts the First Monday
Four classes and two free swing nights for $70. No partner needed.
Start Swinging
Tell us which class you'd like and we'll hold your spot in the next series.
- Visit us1818 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64108
- Call us(816) 555-0177
- Email ushello@lindenhopswing.com
- Opening hoursMon – Thu: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Fri: Closed, Sat: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Sun: Closed