Beginner's Intensive
A 3.5 Hour Swing Dance Crash Course
3.5 hours of intensive fun on weekend afternoons, covering both 6-count and 8-count Swing. If you’re too busy for group lessons, this is the perfect class to get started learning the Lindy Hop.
Master the fundamentals!
The beginner’s intensive class is a 3.5 hour crash course that covers the Lindy Hop fundamentals. Each class covers 6-count and 8-count patterns and variations, while emphasizing solid leading & following techniques.
This intense Lindy Hop crash course is geared toward those with little or no previous Swing dance experience, or for those who want to review the 6 and 8 count fundamentals.
Fees: First time taking the class – 5,000 Yen (you will receive a stamp card)
If you choose to take the same class again within 6 months:
2nd time taking the class (with stamp card) – 3,000 Yen
3rd time taking the class (with stamp card) – 2,000 Yen
＊ Still not sure which class to take? Look at the chart here and read through the information. You can then make an informed decision about your first class.
Lesson Level Chart
＊ These are probably good no matter where you go and certainly apply to iSwingTokyo events and lessons.
Dance Etiquette and Manners Top 10
Schedule
| Date | Class | Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 18th (Sat) | 13:10-16:40 6-Count Class | Persimmon Hall |
| Sep 19th (Sun) | 13:10-16:40 8-Count Class | Persimmon Hall |
| Oct 2nd (Sat) | 13:10-16:40 6-Count Class | Persimmon Hall |
| Oct 31st (Sun) | 13:10-16:40 8-Count Class | Persimmon Hall |
＊ This schedule is subject to change without notice.
＊ You need to take off your street shoes when you enter the Seishounen Plaza and Senzoku kumin Center. So please bring another pair of shose when we have lessons at Seishounen Plaza and Senzoku kumin Center.
Lesson Fee
¥5,000 / 1 class (3.5 hours)
First time taking the class – 5,000 Yen (you will receive a stamp card)
If you choose to take the same class again within 6 months:
2nd time taking the class (with stamp card) – 3,000 Yen
3rd time taking the class (with stamp card) – 2,000 Yen
NOTE: The card can only be used for the same class (6 or 8 count). You cannot use the 6-count card for the 8-count class for example. Cards expire 6 months from the purchase of the first class.
No need to pre-register! Just come to the studio on the day of the class.
Location
Meguro Persimmon Hall B1 Practice room
(めぐろパーシモンホール)
1-1-1 Yatsu-Gumo, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
03-5701-2924
Tokyu Toyoko Line Toritsu-Daigaku Station 7 min. walk
Seishounen Plaza
(青少年プラザ)
Inside of Nakameguro Square Bldg. 10-13, 2-chome, Nakameguro, Meguro-ku, Toyko
03-5721-8575
Tokyu-toyoko line / Hibiya Line Nakameguro Station 10 min. walk
Senzoku Kumin Center
(洗足区民センター)
35-2, 2 Choume, Kami Ikedai, Ota-ku, Tokyo
03-3727-1461
Tokyu Ikegami Line Senzoku-ike station 5 min. walk
Lesson FAQ for First-Timers
- No pre-registration needed. Just show up to class.
- No partner needed. No previous dance experience needed.
- Wear loose and comfortable clothing.
- We recommend sneakers, dance shoes, or shoes with no heels.
- You may wish to bring a workout towel and change of clothes.
- You’ll be able to change in the restrooms.
- The practice rooms are on the B1 level. There is a small sign to the right of the reception desk. Our lessons are under “iSwingTokyo.”
Please Note: We do our best to teach in Japanese and in English. Since this depends on the instructor(s), sometimes English language instruction is not possible. If you cannot speak Japanese please drop us a line. We will try to accommodate you as best we can.
For more questions, check out the lesson FAQ or contact us via the online webform.
