Dance Classes

​Anybody can dance and we'll show you how! We'll break down the basics into simple chunks and give you lots of time to practice. You'll get your body moving and laugh with your classmates while you listen to some of the greatest music ever! It won't be scary, we promise.

You don't need to have any dance experience to take these classes. You don't need a partner.

Authentic solo jazz and tap classes available online due to COVID-19.

Online Solo Jazz Classes

Authentic solo jazz is the vernacular dancing from the 1930s and 40s. Each week we'll dive into a new routine that uses these energetic movements! The class is open to all levels and is "pay what you can."

Swing Dancing Classes

On hold due to COVID-19: We teach three sections of beginner swing dancing on Monday and Wednesday nights:
​Lindy Hop​, 6-Count/East Coast, and Charleston. You can take the sections in any order. 

Online Beginner Tap Dancing Classes

This class is aimed at total beginner tappers. ​You’ll learn technique and steps slowly, working your way up to short combinations each week. Students should use tap shoes if they have them, or smooth-soled shoes if they don’t.

Practice Sessions
in Portland

On hold due to COVID-19: Portland Swing Project has regular swing dances/practice sessions. Join us and practice what you're learning in class!

Private Lessons Available

Need a little extra help at your own pace? Preparing for an event? Or maybe you want to learn a lot in much less time? Private lessons might be the answer.


​For classes on Tuesday and Thursday nights in Portland with Gillian & Jen, visit portlandswingproject.com!

Lindy Maine/Portland Swing Project Class Calendar Overview (Fall through Spring)