Dance lessons and social dancing around the Sound

The following free and cheap dance classes and social dances are offered at dance studios and ballrooms around the Puget Sound region. They feature classes and dances in a variety of styles including contra, country, line, salsa, soul, swing, and several others. A few dance classes are free and others are $15 or less per class. We’ve listed them by day of week, so anytime you feel like stepping out, you can find a dance floor to step onto.

Drop-in dance classes (days vary)

Velocity Dance Center, 1621 12th Ave (near Pine St.), Seattle WA 98122. Modern dance classes in central Seattle, including modern, funk, ballet, hip hop, African, Indian, and more. For dates, times, and dance styles, check their website. $15 per class, unless otherwise noted. Discounted punch card available. More info: http://velocitydancecenter.org/

Century Ballroom, 915 E Pine St. 2nd Floor, Seattle WA 98122. Drop-in social dances, sometimes preceded by a free dance lesson in the style for the evening. Days, times, class cost varies from $7-$20 depending on the dance style (salsa, swing, tango, bachata, etc.). Check their event calendar for details. More info: http://www.centuryballroom.com

Sunday dance classes

Rocking Horse Dance Barn, 11820 150th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98059. Sunday line dancing for $15. Sunday-Thursday Dance classes: 6-weeks $59-$78 (Ballroom, Country, Swing, Latin, Nightclub, and Line Dancing). Discount on classes with early registration. Friday night social dance $12 (preceded by dance class). More info: https://www.learn2dance4fun.com/

Little Red Hen, 7115 Woodlawn Ave. NE., Seattle, WA 98115. Country and line dancing lessons. Free lesson every Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday night at 8 pm. Cover charge begins at 9pm. Full Bar. Microbrews. Plus home-cooked dinner menu nightly from 5pm–10pm features appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, entrees, and salads. More info: http://www.littleredhen.com/

China Harbor, 2040 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109. 21+ only. Dance to the finest in swing music with Swing It Seattle (SIS). Full menu and bar available; enjoy 20% Food at China Harbor during all SIS events and classes. Various swing styles available in classes, workshops, and social dances several nights a week. Five-week classes: $70. Dance social: $9. Discount on classes with early registration. Discount on social dances for registered students More info: https://www.swingitseattle.com/.

Join the Seattle Swing Dance Club every 1st & 3rd Sunday for a free 30-minute West Coast Swing (WCS) lesson at Alki Masonic Center in West Seattle! No partner required, all skill and physical levels welcome! This 30-minute introductory dance lesson is free to anybody interested in learning or refreshing their basic knowledge of WCS. First-time beginners get into the social dance for free. Returning beginners taking the free lesson for $11 (non-member/guest price) or $7 (membership price) to stay for the friendly social dancing with DJ. More info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-west-coast-swing-beginner-lesson-tickets-64292197694

Monday dance classes

Rocking Horse Dance Barn, 11820 150th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98059. Sunday-Thursday Dance classes: 6-weeks $59-$78 (Ballroom, Country, Swing, Latin, Nightclub, and Line Dancing). Discount on classes with early registration. Friday night social dance $12 (preceded by dance class). Sunday line dancing for $15. More info: https://www.learn2dance4fun.com/

Tuesday dance classes

Rocking Horse Dance Barn, 11820 150th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98059. Sunday-Thursday Dance classes: 6-weeks $59-$78 (Ballroom, Country, Swing, Latin, Nightclub, and Line Dancing). Discount on classes with early registration. Friday night social dance $12 (preceded by dance class).Sunday line dancing for $15. More info: https://www.learn2dance4fun.com/

Ray Gibson’s Caballeros Club, 1516 – 28th St. S (off Cushman), Tacoma, WA 98409. Swing and soul line dancing. $15 drop-in. Save $10 with a pre-Paid Monthly Class Card for $65 and get 5th class free. Wear Comfortable Clothing and Smooth Soled Shoes. No Tennis Shoes! More info: http://www.stylesofsteppinseattle.com/

Wednesday dance classes

Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98035. International folk dancing: 7:30 dance review and instructions, followed by dancing. Suggestion donation $7, $2 Youth, $5 for members. More info: http://www.sno-king.org/

Spotlight Dance Center, 150 S. Tobin St., Renton, WA 98057. Swing and soul line dancing. $15 drop-in. Save $10 with a pre-Paid Monthly Class Card for $65 and get 5th class free. Wear Comfortable Clothing and Smooth Soled Shoes. No Tennis Shoes! More info: http://www.stylesofsteppinseattle.com/

Thursday dance classes

The Royal Esquire Club, The Players Sportsbar & Grill 22855 Pacific Hwy S. Des Moines, WA 98198. Swing and soul line dancing. $15 drop-in. Save $10 with a pre-Paid Monthly Class Card for $65 and get 5th class free. Wear Comfortable Clothing and Smooth Soled Shoes. No Tennis Shoes. More info: http://www.stylesofsteppinseattle.com

Latvian Center, 11710 3rd Ave NE, Seattle, WA. Contra/Old Time Country Dance with Local & Touring Bands. Sliding scale $8-$12. Kids & first-time contradancers free. More info: http://seattledance.org/contra

Russian Community Center, 704 19th Ave E., Seattle WA 98112. Weekly Swing Dance is Seattle’s longest running All Ages Dance. No experience and no dance partner is needed as you’ll be able to dance with a variety of others in the class. $5 per person, or special pricing on nights with Live Music. Swing-Lindy dance lessons are available, 5 weeks for $65 at first class or $60 if Paid in Advance and then the Thursday dance is free ($25 value). More info: http://www.seattleswing.com/

Polish Home (PHA), 1714 18th Avenue on Capitol Hill. (21+) Swing it Saturday. Monthly event featuring Live Music, Workshops, & Performances. $15 7:30-8:15 Drop-In Lesson 8:15-11:30 Dance/Performances https://www.swingitseattle.com/events/

Friday dance classes

Rocking Horse Dance Barn, 11820 150th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98059. Friday night social dance $12 (preceded by dance class). Sunday line dancing for $15. Sunday-Thursday Dance classes: 6-weeks $59-$78 (Ballroom, Country, Swing, Latin, Nightclub, and Line Dancing). Discount on classes with early registration. More info: https://www.learn2dance4fun.com/

Phinney Neighborhood Center Community Hall (Lower Building), 6532 Phinney N, Seattle. Beginner’s workshop at 7:00. Dance from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. Admission $9; $8 for PNA members and seniors; $5 for students; under 16 free. First time contra dancers get a coupon for free admission to a future dance. More info: http://seattledance.org/contra

Salsa con Todo Studio at 211 North 36th Street, Seattle, WA. 8PM and 9PM Salsa and bachata drop-in classes, $10 per person per class. 10PM all-ages social dance, $9 per person. Or, choose all 3: both classes and social for $23. More info: http://www.salsacontodo.com/

LaVida Dance Studio at 11961 124th Ave NE, Totem Square Plaza, Kirkland WA 98034. Public Dance Socials are a great way to meet the community and dance for an affordable price. $10 cash only. Check their website for upcoming dates: https://lavidastudio.com/adults/public-dance-socials/

Saturday dance classes

Juanita Community Club Dance Hall, 13027 100th Ave NE, Kirkland. 2nd Saturdays Contradance with lesson at 7:30pm. $9 per dance (students $5). More info: http://seattledance.org/contra

Salsa con Todo Studio at 211 North 36th Street, Seattle, WA. Saturday Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop & Blues $10. See calendar for details, $10 per person per class. 10PM all-ages social dance, $9 per person. Or, choose all 3: both classes and social for $23. More info: http://www.salsacontodo.com/

Christ Church Wells Hall, 310 North K St, Tacoma. 3rd & 5th Saturday Contra Dance. Visiting bands every month, workshop at 7:00. $10 per person, $8 for seniors and students, $5 under age 18 and over 80. Ask about the family rate when bringing your family. More info: http://tacomacontradance.org/