Learn to dance to your favourite music at
Swing Bandits
Dance Studio
Toronto’s inclusive West Coast Swing community.
Classes and dance parties on the third Saturday of every month, including beginner-friendly classes. No experience or partner required!
Your first visit is free. Classes $10, party $15. See Full Pricing →
Our community
Everyone gets a turn
on the dance floor
Swing Bandits is a place to discover West Coast Swing in a warm, welcoming community. Whether you’re brand new or whether you’re a seasoned pro, you’ll find a partner who’s happy to share the moment.
Everyone is welcome no matter their gender, race, sexual orientation, relationship status, ability, age, body, faith, or profession.
All bodies
All ages
All abilities
All identities
All experience levels
No partner required
Coming up
Where to dance next.
August15
Third Saturday
Classes + Dance Party
Pick a class (or two) and stick around to dance the night away.
7:00pm Intermediate class
7:45pm Intro to WCS
8:30pm Dance party
Society Clubhouse – Back Room, 967 College Street, Toronto, ON
Save the dates
The 2026 calendar.
Follow the southern Ontario WCS calendar at TOWestCoast →
Third Saturday socials
Pick a class (or two), then dance the night away.
Society Clubhouse – Back Room, 967 College Street, Toronto, ON
7:00pm · Intermediate class
For seasoned dancers ready for what’s past the basics.
The topic and the teacher change every month, so check Facebook and Instagram to see who’s teaching what.
Not your usual “intermediate” class. Expect to be challenged and introduced to concepts you may not master your first time around.
This class is for you if you’ve been dancing WCS for a while and can consistently execute basic patterns (pushes, passes, whips, double turns, extensions).
7:45pm · Intro to WCS
Brand new? Start here!
A few patterns and the basic concepts that get you moving on the dance floor. For total newcomers, dancers learning the opposite role, or anyone who wants to revisit the fundamentals.
8:30pm · Dance party
No partner needed. Everyone dances with everyone!
No need to bring a partner (though you can). Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just starting out, the party is a relaxed and friendly place to practice, meet new friends, and reconnect with familiar faces.
Pricing
First visitAlso free for community leaders and All-Star+ dancers
Free
ClassesOne class or both, same price
$10
Dance partyDoors at 8:30pm
$15
Student or 50km+ travellerShow student ID at the door
–$5
Cash or e-transfer at the door. Cost should never keep anyone off the floor. If it’s a barrier, just contact us and we’ll sort something out.
The dance
What is West Coast Swing?
A smooth, improvised partner dance, danced in a narrow lane called the slot, to music you already like.
West coast swing (WCS) is modern partner dance that evolved from several different dance styles including lindy hop. Unlike lindy hop, which is known for its energetic and bouncy movements, WCS is known for its distinctive “slotted” movement where partners move back and forth along a linear path creating this iconic smooth and elastic style.
WCS is danced to almost any kind of music including pop, R&B, hip hop, blues, country, etc. This versatility allows dancers to express themselves creatively while interpreting the music in real time. WCS’s emphasis on connection and improvisation fosters a strong partnership and encourages a playful and interactive experience that can change with every song and every partner.
The combination of technical precision, musicality, and personal expression makes WCS a dynamic and engaging dance style that continues to evolve.