SWING & SWAY DANCING

Swing & Sway Offerings:

PRIVATE LESSONS

In a Private Lesson, the focus is on you: learn what you want, when you want to, all under the expert, one-on-one guidance of your teacher.  Work at your own pace--the instructor is all yours.  Through this you will develop confidence, technique and style, all tailored to your goals.  Private Lessons are the best and fastest way to learn dance and the perfect option for those preparing a special dance for a wedding or social event.

GROUP CLASSES

Group Classes are a great opportunity to learn new steps and patterns in a fun, social environment.   In these classes, our instructor will teach you alongside other Swing & Sway students.  The subject of our classes is always changing--learn a new dance every month, then advance to an upper level class and work more specifically on technique and style.  These classes are open to men, women, and children of every age and stage. No partner necessary!  Group Classes are a great way to meet fellow dancers, and are an inexpensive way to get your dancing feet wet .  Registration is required for all classes. For more information on Group Classes, please click here. 


MONTHLY  DANCE PARTY

Now's when we turn down the lights, turn up the music  and create the ultimate party atmosphere!  Here's a chance to strut your stuff in a real life situation.  No partner or previous experience is necessary.  Attended by dancers from all over New England, our parties are the life of Midcoast.  We serve light refreshments, have dance mixers, and demonstrations.  And our instructors are always here to dance & help! For more information about our Monthly Dance Parties, please click here.  
View our Calendar of Events to join us for our next Monthly Dance!

SHOWCASE

Showcase is a dance recital created by our teachers and their students-- dancers just like yourself.   Swing & Sway puts on two, world class Showcases each year--one in the spring and one in late fall.  It is an opportunity to create, learn, and perform a dance of your own creation, then perform it on stage in front of family, friends, and the Midcoast community. For more information on performing in a Showcase, please click here.
        Our Spring Showcase will be on Saturday May 19th, 2012.
   

COMPETITION

If you like to watch Dancing with the Stars, why not try it yourself!? Competition is the most challenging yet most exciting way to advance your dancing skills.  You can learn and compete in as many different dances as you like: waltz, tango, east coast swing, even the hustle!  Your teacher will choreograph competition routines, tailored to your skill and ability.  You'll get dressed up in a gorgeous gown or tails, have your hair and makeup done by a professional, and dance under the bright lights of a beautiful ballroom.  Competing against other dancers of a similar age and skill level, you have the opportunity to win titles and trophies!  Swing & Sway is proud to boast teachers with years of experience and a caché of awards and trophies representing their accomplishments.  They are there every step of the way to provide you with the ultimate competitive dance experience.  For more information on competitive ballroom dance, please click here. 

REFRESHER GROUP CLASS AND PRACTICE SESSION

Don't have any room to practice at home?  Don't have the right music to practice to?  Here's your chance to practice on a big, open floor with lots of great music right at your fingertips.  It's a relaxed atmosphere where you can feel free to stop and practice your moves in a social setting. Teachers are available to help you work through questions that pop up as you practice. 
Practice sessions are always preceded by a Refresher group class, a review for those who wish to brush up on their technique or for those wanting to add new moves to their repertoire.  We do a different dance style every month!  





We Are All Born To Dance!

Most people don't dance because they're afraid to look stiff or silly. 

Whether you've always wanted to dance or just feel it's time to take charge, man or woman, single or couple, old or young, even "two left feet", we will help you learn to hear the music and confidently take a partner to the floor.

Click here for your Free Private Introductory Lesson!

Swing & Sway Dancing offers Ballroom dance instruction by nationally recognized teachers.  We feature private lessons, group classes, shows, competitions, and social events.  We teach everything from romantic waltz to sexy cha-cha.  Preparing for your wedding or a specific social event?  We will choreograph a dance to your special song!  Ballroom dancing offers a unique opportunity to connect with your partner.  Remember, it's also great exercise!
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In addition to Ballroom dance instruction, Swing & Sway collaborates with local dance companies to offer many other forms of dance and exercise.  Join Kinetic Energy Alive and Kea Tesseyman for Hip Hop and Lyrical Jazz.  Dance your way to health in Zumba® Fitness with Korinn Scatolloni.  Learn to swirl your hips in Latin Belly Dancing with Nathifa Shakti.  For more information, please see "S&S Partners" and our calendar of events.
MIDCOAST MAINE'S
SOCIAL AND COMPETITIVE  DANCE INSTRUCTION
The Benefits of Dancing Lessons Include:

  • Lose Weight
  • Have Fun!          
  • Relieve Stress
  • Improve Posture and Flexibility
  • Tone Muscle
  • Gain Social Confidence
  • Spice Up Your Relationship!