Learn to Swing Dance!
Fun, friendly classes featuring some of San Francisco’s most experienced swing dance instructors. Enrollment includes admission to the live music dance parties! No need to bring a partner–we rotate partners in class. Face masks required during class (see policy below). Real live music. Real people. Real fun!
WOODCHOPPER’S BALL
The Woodchopper’s Ball, San Francisco’s swing hot spot, is a weekly Tuesday night swing dance event held at the historic Verdi Club in San Francisco’s Mission district. Named after the classic 1939 swing tune by the Woody Herman Orchestra, the Woodchopper’s Ball features:
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- Live Music Dance Party with a drop-in lesson and the largest variety of live swing dance music in town! Only $15! 9:00-11:30pm
- Full Bar & Lounge (21+ only) 8:00pm-closing
- Monthly Classes in Lindy Hop, Balboa, and Solo Jazz, beginning & intermediate levels, 7:00-10:00pm
COVID-19 Safety Precautions
To minimize the spread of COVID-19 at the Woodchopper’s Ball, the current policy (as of July 2023) is as follows:
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- Everyone is required to wear a mask while in class (including the drop-in Basic Swing dance lesson). Otherwise, masking is welcome, but optional.
- Eating is allowed.
Upcoming Bands:
April 23, 2024
Wendy DeWitt, Queen of Boogie Woogie
April 30, 2024
Hot Baked Goods
& After-Hours Jam Session
May 7, 2024
Rob Reich Swings Left
May 14, 2024
Radio Gatsby Swing Band
