"I've never seen a Lindy Hopper that wasn't smiling. It's a happy dance!"
Welcome!
Welcome to Swing Bridge Dance Community, the friendliest destination for social dance in Lethbridge and area. Swing Bridge Dance is a community hub for all things swing dance-related.
Just here for Tickets to Peter & The Wolves on Sat. March 29?
Swing Bridge Dance specializes in organizing all kinds of of events, from beginner to pro, all designed to bring people together!
Our welcoming community of instructors, organizers, and volunteers are committed to providing high-quality, engaging, and inclusive experiences. From our lively social dances to our informative workshops and classes, we offer a range of service including classes, dances, all you have to do is try!
Friendly
faces in
social
spaces!
Welcome to Hi Society!
We like our fun Safe
We believe everyone can have fun dancing regardless of partner, age, gender, or physique. Good music, a supportive community, and helpful and caring instructors are all a part of who we are to create the best atmosphere possible!
We like our fun Healthy
Swing dancing is fun to do, and fun to watch! Part of that fun is that it can be a partnered dance so you spend time dancing and getting to know a variety of people every time in the context of a shared activity (not that you'll be thinking about that while you're doing it!).
Our fun is Always Inclusive
As soon as we walk through the doors, we do our best to cultivate an energized atmosphere that is safe, welcoming and enthusiastic. We like new people and we like dancing with new people!
We think fun should be Social!
If you show up, and stand on the edge of the floor, someone is going to ask you to dance. It doesn't matter if you're a beginner or a pro. No matter your politics, race, sexual orientation, religion, or anything else - whoever you are or wherever you're from, if you want to have fun, you're in the right place!
a social network
with rhythm!
Upcoming Social Dances & Events
Social Dances are typically listed here 4-6 weeks out. But this website will always have the most up to date calendar. If it's listed here, then it's happening! (And if it's not, it isn't!)
Sat, Mar 29Lethbridge
Fri, Apr 04Lethbridge
Thu, Apr 17Lethbridge
Upcoming Classes
(Class Listings generally appear here 4-6 weeks before the actual start date, and run September through May)
Membership OfferFri, Mar 28LethbridgeSwingvolution is back aon March 28-29, 2025! Swingvolution is Lethbridge's Annual 1 Day Workshop & Exchange! We'll feature a full day of great classes from great instructors, and 2 nights of social dancing with live music!
Membership OfferMon, Apr 07LethbridgeLet's Shim Sham! This routine is like shaking hands at any swing dance event! No prior experience is needed, absolute beginners are welcome! There is no need to bring your own dance partners.
Join the community
& Become a member!
If you’ve taken a few classes, are getting comfortable with the basics, and been dancing with us for around 3 months of classes, this is for you!
Membership isn’t about knowing everything—it’s about continuing to learn, share, and grow with the community. If you love coming back, enjoy the company, and want to make this a stable, affordable hobby, we’d be thrilled to have you!
By becoming a continuing member, you’ll enjoy:
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Access to all regular classes, series, and social dances.
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Discounts on workshops and live music events.
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Attend the Swing Bridge Dance Society AGM
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A stable, supportive environment to continue your dance journey.
SBDC Continuing Membership
20
Every month
Rewarding ongoing value to the lethbridge swing dance community!
How to start
Always wanted to learn to dance but didn't know where to start? Or maybe you are just looking for a fun social activity?
A great first place to start is to join us is our social dances or classes!
You'll learn the basic steps, and everything you need to feel confident and comfortable, plus you'll meet other great people doing exactly the same thing you are!
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Be casual - no special dress or shoes needed :)
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Come with a smile!
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Bring friends, or just yourself, no partner needed!
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Don't be nervous! This is where we all learned too.
I Can't Dance!
No problem! All of our social events start with a beginner lesson. You'll start with basic footwork and improve STEP by STEP! You'll be feeling cool, confident, and comfortable in no time!
I don't have a partner!
Individuals or couples are always welcome. We encourage rotating throughout beginner lessons so you can meet everybody in the room! It's much easier to dance with somebody if you already know their name.
What style is it?
We practice mostly early to mid 1900 jazz styles such as Lindy Hop, Jive, Balboa, Shag, and Charleston. And we can't wait to share it all with you!
