Updated May 2023

(Scroll to the end for events in the area sponsored by other organizations.)

Social Dances

June 17 – !LIVE BAND! ~FREE~ At Dominick Lofino Park (640 Grange Hall Road Beavercreek, Ohio) Free beginners lesson at 7pm. Open dancing until 10pm. Free refreshments, easy parking.

August 26 – At C. I. Beaver Hall (3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek, Ohio) Free beginners lesson with admission at 8pm. Open dancing 8:30pm to 11pm. Free refreshments, easy parking. Dj’d dance $5 per person.

September 30 – At C. I. Beaver Hall (3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek, Ohio) Free beginners lesson with admission at 8pm. Open dancing 8:30pm to 11pm. Free refreshments, easy parking. Dj’d dance $5 per person.

October 28 – !LIVE BAND! Halloween Party & Costume Contest! At Lofino’s Center (3868 Dayton Xenia Rd. Beavercreek, Ohio) Free beginners lesson with admission at 8pm. Open dancing 8:30pm to 11pm. Free refreshments, easy parking. Dj’d dance $10 per person.

Lessons

UPDATE! New lessons dates are now available…

Swing One Tuesdays 7:00pm-8:00pm June 13, 20, 27

Swing Two Tuesdays 7:00pm-8:00pm (No class July 4th), July 11, July 18 (No class July 25th) August 1

Swing Three Tuesdays 8:15-9:15pm June 13, 20, 27 (No class July 4th), July 11

Ballroom Wednesdays 7:30pm-8:30pm June 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19

(We will teach one more session in 2023, starting in September)

All lessons are taught at C.I. Beaver Hall. Register for classes here – https://beavercreekoh.myrec.com/info/default.aspx

Ballroom Dance

The perfect way to sample six Ballroom Dances in a short amount of time. We introduce Waltz, Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, Fox Trot and Swing; each class will focus on one dance. Learn beginner’s steps, fundamentals of lead and follow skills, dance etiquette and music selection. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.
Individual $55 / $50 Resident Discounted Fee,   Couple $90 / $80 Resident Discounted Fee

(We will teach one more session in 2023, starting in September)

Swing I and II

Swing I focuses on beginner’s East Coast Swing and introduces strong lead and follow techniques that are useful in any dance style. For students who have never danced before, or want to brush up on the basics. This is a 3–week session, with Swing II following the next three weeks (take all 6 weeks for a complete block of Swing – and a slightly discounted price.)

Swing II is 3-week class, and a continuation of Swing 1, with a bonus introduction to the 8-count Lindy Hop. This is a great class for dancers who want to grasp the concepts of Lindy Hop and/or improve their lead and follow skills.

(We will teach one more session in 2023, starting in September)

Swing III

Swing III focuses on advanced swing-dancing techniques and may include East Coast (single and triple), Lindy Hope or Charleston. Each session of Swing III is customized to the students enrolled in the class, their dance abilities, and requests. Swing III is for students who have completed Swing I and II or are experienced swing-dancers.

(We will teach one more session in 2023, starting in September)

To register for classes, use the My Rec system through the City Of Beavercreek, found here.

Swing I, II or III
Individual $45 / $40 Resident Discounted Fee
Couple $60 / $55 Resident Discounted Fee
Discounts will be applied at checkout.

Sign up for Swing I & II for a deal!
Individual $55 / $50 Resident Discounted Fee
Couple $90 / $80 Resident Discounted Fee
Discounts will be applied at checkout.

Other Events

May 28th We suggest attending the Cincinnati Warbirds Dance

June 9th Bob Grey Orchestra Featuring Deb Hunter FREE at Riverscape Metro Park 7pm *Vu-Do Swing is not affiliated with this event.

June 11th Monthly Dance in conjunction with the City of Beavercreek Parks & Recreation. This is a FREE outdoor dance at Dominick Lofino Park Featuring LIVE music by the Vu-Do Swing Band led by Mr. Al Parr

July 7th Central Jazz Big Band FREE at Riverscape Metro Park 7pm *Vu-Do Swing is not affiliated with this event.

July 19th/20th Six week lesson session begins!

July 30th Monthly Dance featuring LIVE music!

August 5th Tipp City 2nd Street Community Night Featuring the Tom Daugherty Orchestra FREE 7:30 pm

August 11th Kim Kelly Orchestra FREE at Riverscape Metro Park 7pm *Vu-Do Swing is not affiliated with this event.

August 27th Monthly Dance

September 24th Monthly Dance

September 20th/21st Six week lesson session begins!

October 29th Monthly Dance & Halloween Costume Party featuring LIVE music! This dance is held at the Lofino Center 3868 Dayton-Xenia Road Beavercreek Ohio

Unless noted otherwise, monthly dances are held at C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek Ohio. Free beginner’s lesson at 8pm, open dancing until 11pm. DJ’d dances are $5 per person, LIVE music dances are $10 per person. Water and refreshments provided.

For more information contact us at vudoswing@gmail.com or text 937-974-8947

Here is our plan for 2022!

February 26th Monthly Dance

February 15th/16th Six week lesson session begins!

March 26th Monthly Dance featuring LIVE music!

April 30th Monthly Dance

May – No dance (We suggest attending the Cincinnati Warbirds Dance)

June 11th Monthly Dance in conjunction with the City of Beavercreek Parks & Recreation. This is an outdoor dance at Dominick Lofino Park! More details to follow.

July 19th/20th Six week lesson session begins!

July 30th Monthly Dance featuring LIVE music!

August 27th Monthly Dance

September 24th Monthly Dance

September 20th/21st Six week lesson session begins!

October 29th Monthly Dance & Halloween Costume Party featuring LIVE music! This dance is held at the Lofino Center 3868 Dayton-Xenia Road Beavercreek Ohio

Unless noted otherwise, monthly dances are held at C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek Ohio. Free beginner’s lesson at 8pm, open dancing until 11pm. DJ’d dances are $5 per person, LIVE music dances are $10 per person. Water and refreshments provided.

For more information contact us at vudoswing@gmail.com or text 937-974-8947

July 8th Riverscape Metro Park Big Band Nights: Barry Campbell Big Band (Not affiliated with Vu-Do Swing, but great place to dance.) https://www.downtowndayton.org/event/big-band-nights-barry-campbell-big-band/

July 19th Miamisburg Star City Concert Series- Tom Daugherty Orchestra (Not affiliated with Vu-Do Swing, but great place to dance.) https://www.playmiamisburg.com/calendar-event/star-city-concert-series-tom-daugherty-orchestra/

July 22nd Riverscape Metro Park Big Band Nights: Dayton Jazz Orchestra c https://www.downtowndayton.org/event/big-band-nights-dayton-jazz-orchestra-3/

August 1st Miamisburg Star City Concert Series- Mickey James & The Queen City Crew (Not affiliated with Vu-Do Swing, but great place to dance.) https://www.playmiamisburg.com/calendar-event/star-city-concert-series-mickey-james-the-queen-city-crew/

August 6th Tipp City Community Night Featuring Tom Daugherty Orchestra (Not affiliated with Vu-Do Swing, but great place to dance.) http://www.tomdaughertyorchestra.com/

August 28th Vu-Do Swing Dance C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek Ohio Free Lesson with admission at 8pm. Open dancing begins at 8:30. Water and refreshments provided. Dj’d by Gus & his extensive music collection. $5 per person.

September 9th Riverscape Metro Park Big Band Nights: Bob Gray Orchestra (Not affiliated with Vu-Do Swing, but great place to dance.) https://www.downtowndayton.org/event/big-band-nights-bob-gray-orchestra/

September 21st/22nd – Our lessons through the City of Beavercreek! Here is the link to browse the three different classes (Beginners Swing, Advanced Swing, and Ballroom). https://beavercreekoh.myrec.com/info/activities/default.aspx

September 26th Vu-Do Swing Dance C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek Ohio Free Lesson with admission at 8pm. Open dancing begins at 8:30. Water and refreshments provided. Dj’d by Gus & his extensive music collection. $5 per person.

September 30th Riverscape Metro Park Big Band Nights: Tom Daugherty Orchestra (Not affiliated with Vu-Do Swing, but great place to dance.) https://www.downtowndayton.org/event/big-band-nights-tom-daugherty-orchestra-3/

October 30th Vu-Do Swing Dance and Halloween Costume Party – our last dance of the year! Open dancing begins at 8:00. Water and refreshments provided. Featuring the Vu-Do Swing Little Big Band! Lofino Plaza 3868 Dayton Xenia Rd, Dayton, OH 45432 $10 per person.

Classes

In addition to classes, we are hosting an in-person social dance on June 26th. This is NOT at our normal location. This dance will be outside under the shelter at Dominick Lofino Park from 7-10pm. In addition to having real people to dance with, we are having a LIVE band! Huzzah! This dance is FREE to the public. There will be a donation basket passed around to help support our musicians.  It is the responsibility of each person to adhere to all current CDC guidelines at the time of the event.

2020 (semi) Monthly Dances are scheduled!

January 25th

This is a special evening to celebrate! Not only has Vu-Do Swing been around for 22 years (and that is something to celebrate, indeed) but Gus news at work! This means we are hiring a band, and the evening is *FREE! Open dancing starts at 8:30pm. Want a refresher on Swing? Show up at 8pm for a beginner lesson. Water and snacks provided, feel free to bring your own refreshments as well. *Donations are gladly accepted. Location: C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont Beavercreek Ohio

February 29th

Dj’d dance – enjoy tunes ranging from slow lindy to fast Charleston from our extensive collection.  Open dancing starts at 8:30pm. Want a refresher on Swing? Show up at 8pm for a beginner lesson. $5.00 per person. Location: C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont Beavercreek Ohio

March 28th

LIVE BAND DANCE! – enjoy tunes ranging from slow lindy to fast Charleston from our own Vu-Do Swing Band led by Al Parr.  Open dancing starts at 8:30pm. Want a refresher on Swing? Show up at 8pm for a beginner lesson. $10.00 per person. Location: C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont Beavercreek Ohio

April 25th

Dj’d dance – enjoy tunes ranging from slow lindy to fast Charleston from our extensive collection.  Open dancing starts at 8:30pm. Want a refresher on Swing? Show up at 8pm for a beginner lesson. $5.00 per person. Location: C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont Beavercreek Ohio

May – No dance

June 27th

Dj’d dance – enjoy tunes ranging from slow lindy to fast Charleston from our extensive collection.  Open dancing starts at 8:30pm. Want a refresher on Swing? Show up at 8pm for a beginner lesson. $5.00 per person. Location: C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont Beavercreek Ohio

July 25th

LIVE BAND DANCE! – enjoy tunes ranging from slow lindy to fast Charleston from our own Vu-Do Swing Band led by Al Parr.  Open dancing starts at 8:30pm. Want a refresher on Swing? Show up at 8pm for a beginner lesson. $10.00 per person. Location: C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont Beavercreek Ohio

August 29th

Dj’d dance – enjoy tunes ranging from slow lindy to fast Charleston from our extensive collection.  Open dancing starts at 8:30pm. Want a refresher on Swing? Show up at 8pm for a beginner lesson. $5.00 per person. Location: C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont Beavercreek Ohio

September 26th

Dj’d dance – enjoy tunes ranging from slow lindy to fast Charleston from our extensive collection.  Open dancing starts at 8:30pm. Want a refresher on Swing? Show up at 8pm for a beginner lesson. $5.00 per person. Location: C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont Beavercreek Ohio

October 31st

[THIS DANCE HAS BEEN CANCELED]

Lesson Sessions

All sessions are held at C.I. Beaver Hall (3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek Ohio)

Registration is required. Call the City of Beavercreek Parks and Recreation for quick and easy registration. (937)427-5514

Swing One

Winter Session February 19, 26, 5 (7:00-8:00 pm)

Summer Session July 3, 10, 17 (7:30-8:30 pm)

Fall Session – Dates TBD

Swing I focuses on beginner’s Swing and introduces strong lead and follow techniques that are useful in any dance style. This class is for student who has never danced before, or have the need to brush up on the basics. Your instructors, Gus and Jessica Vu, have been Swing Dancing together since 1997 and have a combined total of more than 34 years of dance experience.

Casual dress, no equipment needed. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.

Session Fee: $45 Couple/$30 Individual Resident, $50 Couple/$35 Individual Nonresident

• Take Swing One & Swing Two for a deal!
  • $70 Couple/ $ 40 Individual resident
  • $80 Couple/ $45 Individual nonresident

Swing Two

Winter Session March 12. 19. 26 (7:00-8:00 pm)

Summer Session July 24, 31, and Aug 7 (7:30-8:30 pm)

Fall Session – Dates TBD

Swing II continues lessons learned in Swing I. This class is for students who have taken Swing I, or have previous Swing dancing experience. Instructors, Gus and Jessica Vu, have been Swing Dancing together since 1997.

Casual dress, no equipment needed. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.

Session Fee: $45 Couple/$30 Individual Resident, $50 Couple/$35 Individual Nonresident

• Take Swing One & Swing Two for a deal!
  • $70 Couple/ $ 40 Individual resident
  • $80 Couple/ $45 Individual nonresident

Swing Three

Winter Session February 19, 26, March 5, 12  (8:15 – 9:15 pm)

Summer Session July 2, 9, 16, 23 (8:15 – 9:15 pm)

Fall Session – Dates TBD

Swing I and II are REQUIRED prior to registering for this course. Over this four week course, students will be polishing up their Swing and Lindy Hop. This class changes session to session depending on the class’ requests and instructor’s creativity. Some steps that maybe covered include the Charleston, Lindy Swing outs & variations and advanced East Coast Swing variations. Gus and Jessica Vu have been Swing Dancing together since 1997 and have a combined 35 years of dance experience. They host a monthly dance for Swing dancers of all ages.

Casual dress, no equipment needed. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.

Beginners Ballroom

Winter Session February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27 (7:70 – 8:30 pm)

Summer Session July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug 6  (7:00 – 8:00 pm)

Fall Session – Dates TBD

The perfect way to sample six Ballroom Dances in a short amount of time. This class will introduce the dances of Waltz, Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, Fox Trot and Swing; each one-hour class will focus on one dance. This class focuses on beginner’s steps, fundamentals of lead and follow skills, dance etiquette and music selection. You will be ready to hit the dance floor at that upcoming wedding or party.

Casual dress, no equipment needed. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.

Session fees: $70 per couple/$40 individual residents,
$80 per couple/$45 individual nonresident

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Dances

January 26th

C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek OH 45432

Shake off the cold! Dance with us Saturday – Lindy, Charleston, Swing – we will have it all from our expansive music collection. Free beginner lesson at 8pm, complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $5 per person. Family discounts available.

March 2nd

C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek OH 45432

Beat the winter blues!  Lindy, Charleston, Swing – we will have it all from our expansive music collection. Free beginner lesson at 8pm, complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $5 per person. Family discounts available.

March 30th

C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek OH 45432

LIVE MUSIC! The Vu-Do Swing Band will be playing our favorite swing tunes! Free beginner lesson at 8pm, complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $10 per person. Family discounts available.

May 4th

C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek OH 45432

May the 4th be with you! Come to our swing-galaxy, not-so-far away! Lindy, Charleston, Swing – we will have it all from our expansive music collection. Free beginner lesson at 8pm, complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $5 per person. Family discounts available.

June 29th

C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek OH 45432

Dance with us Saturday – Lindy, Charleston, Swing – we will have it all from our expansive music collection. Free beginner lesson at 8pm, complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $5 per person. Family discounts available.

July 27th

C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek OH 45432

LIVE MUSIC! The Vu-Do Swing Band will be playing our favorite swing tunes! Free beginner lesson at 8pm, complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $10 per person. Family discounts available.

Aug 31st

C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek OH 45432

Dance with us Saturday – Lindy, Charleston, Swing – we will have it all from our expansive music collection. Free beginner lesson at 8pm, complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $5 per person. Family discounts available.

Sept 28th

C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek OH 45432

Dance with us Saturday – Lindy, Charleston, Swing – we will have it all from our expansive music collection. Free beginner lesson at 8pm, complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $5 per person. Family discounts available.

Oct 26th

Lofino Plaza 3868 Dayton-Xenia Road Beavercreek, OH 45434

ANNUAL HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA! LIVE MUSIC! The Vu-Do Swing Band will be playing our favorite swing tunes! 8:00 PM. Complementary refreshments, open to all ages. $10 per person. Family discounts available. COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!

 

Upcoming Events

May 5^th                7-11pm                Dave Greer and the Classic Jazz Stompers at The Packard Museum in Dayton, Ohio featuring players from Chicago, Andy Schumm & Dave Bock. The event states its $10 at the door, but rumor has it they are letting dancers in for free.

May 17^th – 19^th                                Memphis Belle Exhibit Opening May 17, 2018 with events May 17-19. The event states there will be a big band playing on 5/18 6:00-7:30pm This is located at the National Museum of the United States Air Force.
 
May 26^th              6-10 pm               Cincinnati Warbirds USO Dance featuring Tom Daughtery Orchestra

Get advanced tickets for $12 at the Cincinnati Lindy Society Sunday weekly dances at College Hill, some Thursday nights at Swingallery at Leaping Lizard & on Friday night monthly dances at Molly Malones, Covington.

If you can’t attend one of these dances, please message Ryan Quatman or send a message to Cincinnati Lindy Society for a mailing address and how many tickets you need. You can email them @ cincylindysociety@gmail.com as well. If you buy tickets at the door, tickets are $20.
 
RiverScape MetroPark’s Summer Music Series BIG BAND NIGHTS.  Bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a great night of music! Be sure to come early for a free lesson offered by the Dayton Ballroom Dance Club at 7pm! This is a FREE event, food concessions are open.

June 7^th                7:30-9:30 pm      Kim Kelly Orchestra
June 21^st              7:30-9:30 pm      Tom Daugherty Orchestra
July 5^th                  7:30-9:30 pm      Bob Gray Orchestra
July 19^th               7:30-9:30 pm      Dayton Jazz Orchestra
Aug. 16^th              7:30-9:30 pm      Barry Campbell Big Band
 
June 30^th              8-11:30 pm         Vu-Do Swing’s Monthly Dance DJ’d by Gus and Brian
Located at C.I. Beaver Hall (3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek Ohio) $5 All dances include free water and snacks. There is a free beginners lesson 8:00 pm, and open dancing from 8:30 to Midnight.
 
July 28^th               8-11:30 pm         Vu-Do Swing’s Monthly Dance Featuring The Vu-Do Swing Band!
Located at C.I. Beaver Hall (3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek Ohio) $10 All dances include free water and snacks. There is a free beginners lesson 8:00 pm, and open dancing from 8:30 to Midnight.

 July 29^th               7-9 pm                 Stubbs Park Amphitheater presents the Tom Daugherty Orchestra
Bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a great night of music! This is a FREE event, food concessions are open.

 August 3^rd            7:30 – 9:30          Tipp City Street Party presents the Tom Daugherty Orchestra
Bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a great night of music! This is at the corner of 2^nd St. and Main St.
 

Upcoming Lessons

All sessions are held at C.I. Beaver Hall (3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek Ohio)

Registration is required. Call the City of Beavercreek Parks and Recreation for quick and easy registration. (937)427-5514

Swing One

Summer Session June 19, 26, & July 3 (7:00-8:00 pm)

Fall Session – Dates TBD

Swing I focuses on beginner’s Swing and introduces strong lead and follow techniques that are useful in any dance style. This class is for student who has never danced before, or have the need to brush up on the basics. Your instructors, Gus and Jessica Vu, have been Swing Dancing together since 1997 and have a combined total of more than 34 years of dance experience.

Casual dress, no equipment needed. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.

Session Fee: $45 Couple/$30 Individual Resident, $50 Couple/$35 Individual Nonresident

• Take Swing One & Swing Two for a deal!
  • $70 Couple/ $ 40 Individual resident
  • $80 Couple/ $45 Individual nonresident

Swing Two

Summer Session July 10, 17, 24 (7:00-8:00 pm)

Fall Session – Dates TBD

Swing II continues lessons learned in Swing I. This class is for students who have taken Swing I, or have previous Swing dancing experience. Instructors, Gus and Jessica Vu, have been Swing Dancing together since 1997.

Casual dress, no equipment needed. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.

Session Fee: $45 Couple/$30 Individual Resident, $50 Couple/$35 Individual Nonresident

• Take Swing One & Swing Two for a deal!
  • $70 Couple/ $ 40 Individual resident
  • $80 Couple/ $45 Individual nonresident

Swing Three

Summer Session June 19, 26, July 3, 10 (8:15 – 9:15 pm)

Fall Session – Dates TBD

Swing I and II are REQUIRED prior to registering for this course. Over this four week course, students will be polishing up their Swing and Lindy Hop. This class changes session to session depending on the class’ requests and instructor’s creativity. Some steps that maybe covered include the Charleston, Lindy Swing outs & variations and advanced East Coast Swing variations. Gus and Jessica Vu have been Swing Dancing together since 1997 and have a combined 35 years of dance experience. They host a monthly dance for Swing dancers of all ages.

Casual dress, no equipment needed. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.

Session Fee: $45 per couple/$30 individual Resident,
$50 per couple/$35 individual nonresident

Beginners Ballroom

Summer Session June 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1 (no class July 4th) (7:30 – 8:30 pm)

Fall Session – Dates TBD

The perfect way to sample six Ballroom Dances in a short amount of time. This class will introduce the dances of Waltz, Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, Fox Trot and Swing; each one-hour class will focus on one dance. This class focuses on beginner’s steps, fundamentals of lead and follow skills, dance etiquette and music selection. You will be ready to hit the dance floor at that upcoming wedding or party.

Casual dress, no equipment needed. Class is held at C.I. Beaver Hall.

Session fees: $70 per couple/$40 individual residents,
$80 per couple/$45 individual nonresident