Popular Swing Dances in Arizona

Here in Arizona, we see a lot of Swing dancing out and about. Swing is by far one of the most popular forms of social dance that we see around the greater Phoenix area, but what IS swing, exactly? Considering how many types of swing dance styles are out there, over 24 variations (believe it or not), that is a completely valid question! Let's go into a bit more detail about 3 of the more common varieties of swing that you'll run into when you go out dancing here in Phoenix.

Country Swing

Born out of Jitterbug, Country Swing is the perfect dance for those upbeat Country songs that are a bit too quick for Two-Step. It's a single-time swing, which just means it follow the rhythm "Slow-Slow-Quick-Quick." The "slows" generally take the form of marching or walking steps, while the "quicks" take the form of rock steps. Not too crazy, right? That is until you add in all the twists and spins that this dance is known for! Country Swing will keep anyone smiling on the dance floor with a multitude of turns and  dips as well as continuously switching places with your dance partner. While Country Swing is not a "formal" Swing variation, it has become increasingly popular in Arizona. You will use the Country Swing wherever Country dance music is played. From Country bars in Phoenix, to weddings, the Country Swing is a must-have style of Swing in Arizona.

East Coast Swing

The East Coast Swing is also a dance that rotates plenty! It is a fun partner dance that can be done with triple steps or single steps, plus that famous rock step that is included in many Swing dance styles. With lots of turns and thrilling variations, the East Coast Swing can be danced from mid-tempo to faster songs in genres which include everything from Big Band to Country to Rock and Roll music. This versatile dance, with its stylistic options, can also be danced in Country bars, at weddings, on cruises and anywhere that upbeat "American-style" music is played.

West Coast Swing

West Coast Swing has often been described as the sultriest of all of the Swing dance styles. Unlike the Country Swing/East Coast Swing, the West Coast Swing is linear, not circular. West Coast Swing music is also versatile and can range from Hip Hop to 70's disco. If you are looking for a playful,  sexy and challenging Swing dance, this is the one for you.

Come explore the many styles of Swing dancing that are popular in Arizona with us at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona. We would love to show you how useful and cool it is to know how to Swing dance. You can begin with a 4-Week Country Swing dance class or jump right into private Swing dance lessons with our introductory one-hour private dance lesson option. Whichever way you choose, you will have a blast learning a hobby that is healthy, exciting, romantic and an overall blast!

Dance FX Studios serves the greater Phoenix area, from Scottsdale to Queen Creek, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert and beyond. If your goal is to be a confident and comfortable social dancer, then give us a call and let the fun begin!