Intro to Collegiate Shag
Sundays • 5–6 PM • 6‑Week Series
Fast, flashy and full of flair—
Collegiate Shag is a fast, high‑energy swing dance known for its fancy footwork, rhythm, and bold personality. In this series, you’ll explore the classic footwork and playful partnered variations that define Shag, giving you quick movement, bright musicality, and a fun new way to add flair to your social dancing.
What This Class Is
An introductory series that builds your Shag fundamentals through clear footwork, timing, and partnered movement. You’ll learn the basic rhythm, core patterns, and a set of fun social moves that give you a solid foundation now and prepare you to move up later.
What you'll learn
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Shag fundamentals — the core rhythm, fancy footwork such as double kicks and crossovers, and how to stay comfortable at faster tempos.
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Dancing in multiple orientations — how to move confidently in face‑to‑face, side‑by‑side, and open position, including smooth transitions between them.
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Social patterns + traveling — fun social patterns and how to travel and move around the floor with confidence.
Who this class is for
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Dancers who can lead or follow with confidence — no triple steps required.
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Swing dancers who want a style built for fast music and a fun way to stay comfortable at higher tempos.
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Anyone looking to expand their repertoire with a playful, energetic dance that adds variety and new options on the social floor.
Pricing
$119 for the 6‑week series
Includes the Beginner Drop‑In class + Sunday social dance each week.