What is East Coast Swing Dance?

East Coast Swing is a rhythm dance that has both 6 and 8 beat patterns. The name East Coast Swing was coined initially to distinguish the dance from the street form and the new variant used in the competitive ballroom arena (as well as separating the dance from West Coast Swing, which was developed in California).

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East Coast Swing with instruction from 7-8pm then catch the ryhthm for open dance from 8pm-9pm

Join instructor Jeff Freeman in learning East Coast Swing, a lively and rhythmic dance form with roots from the Swing dance family and boasting a rich history. No Partner? No Problem! East Coast Swing is a social and fun dance form!

Originating in the 1940s, East Coast Swing evolved from the Lindy Hop, a popular dance in the 1920s and 1930s.

It originated in the United States during the 1940s.

Over the years, this dance was adapted for easier learning and more casual dancing.

Dance studios began teaching it, simplifying the movements from its Lindy Hop origins.

Characteristics:

East Coast Swing is characterized by its upbeat and bouncy rhythm and known for its basic 6-count pattern and various turns and spins.

After World War II, its popularity grew in American social dance circles. East Coast Swing was danced to the popular music of the era, including jazz and rock ‘n’ roll.

East Coast Swing is a vibrant and accessible dance, evolving alongside American music and dance trends to become a staple of social and competitive dancing.