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2026 Dance and Lesson Calendar

Thank you for an incredible 2025! We had record-breaking dance class attendance and hosted eight social dances. Our 21st year of teaching and dancing with the community was delightful, and we look forward to year number 22!

Join us in the new Band App Group for a calendar view and the most up to date information. You can message us there, too.

Please mark your calendars for our upcoming lessons and social dances.

LESSONS

Introduction to Ballroom Dancing February 17th (Six-week class) Join us every Wednesday at C.I. Beaver Hall to learn the basics of Swing, Tango, Waltz, Cha-Cha, Fox Trot and Rumba. Each class focuses on one dance and in six weeks you will have a well-rounded concept of these six core Ballroom dances. View prices and registration information here.

Swing One (Beginners Swing) February 18th (Three-week class) This class is tailored to students who have never partner danced before. Learn the East Coast Swing basics, lead and follow skills, etiquette, and a few beginners moves to keep you on the dance floor through an entire song. View prices and registration information here.

Swing Two (Continuation of Beginner’s Swing) March 11th (Three-week class) Use the skills from Swing One and build confidence on the dance floor with additional moves and footwork. Learn about varying styles of swing music and get an introduction to the concept of Lindy Hop. View prices and registration information here.

Register for both Swing One and Swing Two (Six continuous weeks) for a discounted rate.

Swing Three (Intermediate/Advanced Swing February 18th (Six-week class) Swing One and Swing Two are a prerequisite for this class. Dive into more advanced steps! This session’s material is based on the registered student’s abilities and is tailored to the group’s input. Take Swing Three again and again and learn a wide variety of styles and forms of Swing including Lindy Hop and Charleston. View prices and registration information here.

SOCIAL SWING DANCES

January 31, 2026 at C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek. Doors open at 8pm. Beginner’s lesson with entry fee 8:15pm. Open dancing 8:30-10:30. Five dollars per person (cash or Venmo at the door). Water and refreshments included. Easy, well-lit parking. All ages welcomed.

February 28, 2026 at C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek. Doors open at 8pm. Beginner’s lesson with entry fee 8:15pm. Open dancing 8:30-10:30. Five dollars per person (cash or Venmo at the door). Water and refreshments included. Easy, well-lit parking. All ages welcomed.

March 28, 2026 at C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek. LIVE MUSIC NIGHT! Doors open at 8pm. Beginner’s lesson with entry fee 8:15pm. Open dancing 8:30-10:30. Ten dollars per person (cash or Venmo at the door). Water and refreshments included. Easy, well-lit parking. All ages welcomed.

April 25, 2026 NEW SPECIAL EVENT! This month we move to the Lofino’s Plaza for a bigger event featuring young jazz musicians! Come and support the next generation of performers. Doors open at 8pm. (3868 Dayton Xenia Rd. Beavercreek) Beginner’s lesson with entry fee 8:10pm. Open dancing 8:30-10:30. Ten dollars per person (cash or Venmo at the door). Water and refreshments included. Easy, well-lit parking. All ages welcomed.

June 27, 2026 LIVE MUSIC NIGHT! CONCERT IN THE PARK! FREE! Vu-Do Swing and the City of Beavercreek Parks and Recreation join forces for this outdoor Swing Dance! Join us at Tobias Zimmer Barn Address is at Wartinger Park 3080 Kemp Road, Beavercreek. We’ll teach a beginner’s dance class at 7pm (note the different time!) The Band will play three sets of your favorite swing tunes and DJ’d dance music will be played at the breaks. Bring a chair or blanket and your favorite snacks. All ages welcomed.

July 25, 2026 at C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek. Doors open at 8pm. Beginner’s lesson with entry fee 8:15pm. Open dancing 8:30-10:30. Five dollars per person (cash or Venmo at the door). Water and refreshments included. Easy, well-lit parking. All ages welcomed.

August 29, 2026 at C.I. Beaver Hall 3696 Highmont St. Beavercreek. Doors open at 8pm. Beginner’s lesson with entry fee 8:15pm. Open dancing 8:30-10:30. Five dollars per person (cash or Venmo at the door). Water and refreshments included. Easy, well-lit parking. All ages welcomed.

September and October dates TBD

 
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Winter 2024 Lessons and Dances

Lessons

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

Swing Two Tuesdays 7:00pm-8:00pm March 5, 12, 19 (this is a continuation of Swing One!)

Ballroom Wednesdays 7:00pm-8:00pm February 14, 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20

Swing Three Wednesdays 8:15-9:15pm February 14, 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20

(We will teach two more sessions in 2024, starting in June & September)

All lessons are taught at C.I. Beaver Hall. Register for classes herehttps://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

Please be sure to register you and your partner

(We will teach two more sessions in 2024, starting in June & 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.


Swing I, II or Individual $45 / $40 Resident Discounted Fee Couple $60 / $55 Resident/Discounted Fee Please be sure to register you and your partner.

Discounts will be applied at checkout.

(We will teach two more sessions in 2024, starting in June & 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 two more sessions in 2024, starting in June & September)

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

Individual $50 / $55 Resident Discounted Fee
Couple $70 / $75 Resident Discounted Fee
Please be sure to register you and your partner.
Discounts will be applied at checkout.

Social Dances

February 24th Join us for a short beginners lesson at 8pm, and Dj’d Swing music throughout the evening for a night of great dancing. $5 per person includes short lesson, snacks and plenty of parking. Located at C.I. Beaver Hall, Beavercreek All ages welcome!

March 23rd This evening features a LIVE Band! Join us for a short beginners lesson at 8pm, and LIVE Swing music throughout the evening for a night of great dancing. $10 per person includes short lesson, snacks and plenty of parking. Located at C.I. Beaver Hall, Beavercreek All ages welcome!

April & May we will not have social dances. Please consider attending the Warbirds Dance at Coney Island Cincinnati over Memorial Day weekend.

June 29th 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

More dates in 2024 include July 27th, August 31, September 28th and October 26th – mark your calendars!

 
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