PerthSwing
Your guide to swing dancing in Perth, Western Australia

Where can I learn

Thinking about learning this swing dancing thing?

Wanna know more about something called "Lindy"?

Want to learn to dance but Ballroom dancing doesn't quite cut it?

Looking to bring your Jitterbug up a notch?

Look no further...

Where can I learn Swing Dancing in Perth?

Here we've listed all known schools teaching swing dancing in Perth. For an explanation of the different swing dances, check out our swing dance history page. If you'd like to see what it's all about first, our What's On section lists events in Perth where you are likely to find some swing dancing action!

Weekly Swing Dancing Classes:

Simply Swing
Simply Swing is a social swing dance school located South of Perth. They are a group of people who love dancing and jazz music, and want to share it with the rest of the world! Simply Swing welcomes everybody to join in and have fun - there are no requirements for partner, experience or age. Dancing is a great way to get this little bit of exercise together with the joy of socialising and meeting new people.
Tues nights : Mandurah
Wed nights : Rockingham
Ph: Markus on (08) 9592 7046 or 0417 099 003
email: markus@simplyswing.com.au
Website: www.simplyswing.com.au

Swing Academy
Swing Academy focuses on the social dancing aspects of the 20s, 30s, 40s swing jazz music. We primarily teach Lindy Hop, with a few steps from other Swing era dances thrown in for good measure. Classes are rotational, so no partner is required. Come and learn from Perth's most experienced and fun group of social dancers. Private Lessons available.
Mon nights - Maylands
Tues nights - Victoria Park
Wed nights - Innaloo
Thurs nights - Fremantle

Ph: 0410 149 949
email: swingacademydanceschool@gmail.com
Website: www.swingacademy.com.au

Swing It!
Swing It! offers classes that cater for a variety of levels with the focus being on the authentic 1920s and 30s Lindy Hop style. Their emphasis is on delivering an exciting and enthusiastic approach to the dance that defined a generation and is still going strong all around the world today! Swing It! offers weekly classes and private lessons.
Mon nights - Subiaco
Tues nights - Mt Lawley

Wed nights - Subiaco
Wed nights - Fremantle
Ph: Shane on 0407 086 863
email: shane@swingit.com.au
Website: www.swingit.com.au

Swing Zing
Fun classes designed to get you swingin' in no time! Meet new friends and enjoy the zany nature of Swing! Swing Zing brings you Perth's broadest variety of swing dances, including Lindy Hop, Balboa, Blues and Shag, taught by amazing local, interstate and international teachers.
Mon nights - Fremantle
Tues nights - Applecross
Wed nights - University of WA
Thurs nights - Leederville
Ph: 0421 514 528
email: sophie@swingzing.com
Website: www.swingzing.com

Swing Dancing Workshops & Private Lessons:

Swing It Out
The original Lindy Hop school in Perth, now back and offering private lessons and weekly 'crash courses' at The Deen, Northbridge. Visit the website for more information
Special workshops and private lessons.
email: roger@swingitout.com
Website: www.swingitout.com

Swing Junction
Learn original 1930s & 40s Swing. The longest running school in W.A. specialising in swing.
Special workshops and private lessons.
Ph: Deb & Glenn 9361 4910
email: info@swingjunction.com
Website: www.swingjunction.com

Regular West Coast Swing Classes:

Juan Randos Dance Academy
Whether you're a fan of Swing music, the Blues or R&B, West Coast Style Swing will get you cruisin to the groove in no time. A sexy, smooth style of Swinging synonymous with Suave.
Check website for schedule.
Ph: Juan 9382 3235
Website: www.tango.com.au

Note: Listing is presented alphabetically by class type and is a guide only.


The Perth Swing Dance Society occasionally organises special events with workshop classes featuring international instructors. Check the What's On section for upcoming events.