Welcome to Swing Asheville
We are an organization based in Asheville, North Carolina, brought together by our shared passion for swing dancing.
Come join us and dance!
Upcoming Events and Classes:
All of our events and classes are beginner-friendly, unless stated otherwise. Come as you are — no partner is necessary to attend.
Weekly Dance: Wednesdays (Next: April 23rd)*
$10 entry
7-8pm: Swing Dance Lesson (Beginner & Beginner Plus options)
8-10pm: Swing Dance
Location: Battery Park Hall in Haywood Park Hotel
1 Battery Park Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Parking: Street parking, or paid parking at the Wall Street Garage.
*We will be meeting in Battery Park Hall (aka The Ballroom) at Haywood Park Hotel, located on the main floor past the lobby and Atrium. This will be temporary, until they are done with construction in their main space.
Level 1.5 Balboa Dance Lesson Series: Sunday April 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
$16 per class
2-3pm
Drop-in, or sign up here: https://uphoradance.com/
Location: Uphora Dance Studios, 1501 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806
Instructors: Jean Saung & Franklin Smith
Description: This class series will build on the skills learned in Balboa Level 1 to improve connection and technique, while refining footwork and rhythms. Level 1 is not a required prerequisite, but students should have familiarity with uphold and/or downhold basics, out and ins, lollies and toss outs. No partner necessary.
Drop-In Swing Practice Hour: Every Sunday
$5 entry
3-4pm: All-Levels Open Practice
Location: Uphora Dance Studios, 1501 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806
Looking to level up your dancing beyond the social floor? Swing by our practice hour on Sunday! All styles of swing are welcome, whether you’ve got a specific move to work on, or just want to dance. The practice room includes smooth wood floors and a large mirror wall.
Highland Brewing Dance with Drayton and the Dreamboats: Sunday, April 27th
$10 entry
5-6pm: Beginner Swing Lesson
6-8pm: Swing Dance with Live Band
8-9pm: Swing Dance with DJ
Location: Highland Brewing Event Center, 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite 200, Asheville, NC 28803
Parking: Plenty of free parking in front of the building.
Vintage Clothing Shop and Sale at the Weekly Dance: Wednesday, April 30th
$10 entry includes entry to the shop and swing dance event
7-8pm: Set-up
8-10pm: Swap and Sale
Location: Battery Park Hall in Haywood Park Hotel
1 Battery Park Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Parking: Street parking, or paid parking at the Wall Street Garage.
Description: Join us for Swing Asheville’s Vintage Clothing Swap and Sale. Clean out those vintage treasures – clothing, shoes, accessories – and bring them to swap or sell!
Selling? Please hang your item on a hanger, and label it with your name and price. Let’s dance, de-clutter, and refresh our wardrobes together!
Beginner Charleston Lesson Series: Sundays in May, Starting May 4th
$16 per class
2-3pm
Drop in, or sign up here: https://uphoradance.com/
Location: Uphora Dance Studios, 1501 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806
Instructors: Dan Tullis & Nicole Tulli
Description: The Charleston is a social jazz dance that was highly popular in the 1920s and has been frequently revived. It is characterized by toes-in, heels-out twisting steps, and was performed as a solo, with a partner, or in a group. The dance was originally known throughout the American South and became famous in 1920s America, named after the city of Charleston, South Carolina.
Today, Charleston is an important dance in Lindy Hop dance culture, danced in many permutations: alone (solo), with a partner, or in groups of couples or solo dancers. The basic step allows for a vast range of variations and improvisation. Both the 20s and Swinging Charleston styles are popular today, though swinging Charleston is more commonly integrated into Lindy Hop dancing.
Collegiate Shag Workshop: Saturday, May 31st
$32 for class
3-5pm
Drop in, or sign up under “Workshops” at https://uphoradance.com/
Location: Uphora Dance Studios, 1501 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806
Instructors: Colleen Cappellini & Andrew Snow
Description: Different than Carolina Shag, Collegiate Shag is a lively and energetic partnered swing dance with an uplifting feel—it’s perfect for dancing to faster tempo music!
Rhythm and Connections Class: Sunday, June 1st
$16 per class
2-3pm
Drop in, or sign up here: https://uphoradance.com/
Location: Uphora Dance Studios, 1501 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806
Instructors: Deb Hall & Danna Leon
Description: Following the rhythm and timing of music can be tricky while learning new dance moves. We will show you how Swing moves to just behind the beat while working on our connections between leads and follows.