Welcome to Hi Society!
We like our fun Safe
We believe everyone can have fun dancing regardless of partner, age, gender, or physique. Good music, a supportive community, and helpful and caring instructors are all a part of who we are to create the best atmosphere possible!
We like our fun Healthy
Swing dancing is fun to do, and fun to watch! Part of that fun is that it can be a partnered dance so you spend time dancing and getting to know a variety of people every time in the context of a shared activity (not that you'll be thinking about that while you're doing it!).
Our fun is Always Inclusive
As soon as we walk through the doors, we do our best to cultivate an energized atmosphere that is safe, welcoming and enthusiastic. We like new people and we like dancing with new people!
We think fun should be Social!
If you show up, and stand on the edge of the floor, someone is going to ask you to dance. It doesn't matter if you're a beginner or a pro. No matter your politics, race, sexual orientation, religion, or anything else - whoever you are or wherever you're from, if you want to have fun, you're in the right place!
Connection
That Matters....
Upcoming Social Dances & Events
Social Dances are typically listed here 4-6 weeks out. But this website will always have the most up to date calendar. If it's listed here, then it's happening! (And if it's not, it isn't!)
* Some recurring social dance dates will be missing and replaced with a live music event. These dates will often have separate details including start times, locations, and cost.
Starts Nov 20
20 Canadian dollars
Starts Oct 30
Upcoming Classes
(Class Listings generally appear here 4-6 weeks before the actual start date, and run September through May)
Starts Nov 8
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Starts Dec 6
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Mini Workshops (For Everyone!)
Specialty Classes we don't regularly offer and usually feature a guest instructor!
Classes for all (including Beginners!)
These classes are designed for all, but friendly to beginners. Absolutely no experience is required for these classes. If you've never taken a dance class, these are perfect for you! And if you have taken something like these before we promise to include extra technical tidbits that will help you take your dancing to the next level!
Starts Nov 17
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Classes with Pre-requisites
These classes are designed for those who have taken some beginner classes and have some foundational skills. The classes listed here often have skill prerequisites so be sure to read the descriptions!
How to start
Always wanted to learn to dance but didn't know where to start? Or maybe you are just looking for a fun social activity?
A great first place to start is to join us is our social dances or classes!
You'll learn the basic steps, and everything you need to feel confident and comfortable, plus you'll meet other great people doing exactly the same thing you are!
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Be casual - no special dress or shoes needed :)
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Come with a smile!
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Bring friends, or just yourself, no partner needed!
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Don't be nervous! This is where we all learned too.
I Can't Dance!
No problem! All of our social events start with a beginner lesson. You'll start with basic footwork and improve STEP by STEP! You'll be feeling cool, confident, and comfortable in no time!
I don't have a partner!
Individuals or couples are always welcome. We encourage rotating throughout beginner lessons so you can meet everybody in the room! It's much easier to dance with somebody if you already know their name.
What style is it?
We practice mostly early to mid 1900 jazz styles such as Lindy Hop, Jive, Balboa, Shag, and Charleston. And we can't wait to share it all with you!
