Swing Dancing in the hub
We’re Dirty Water West Coast Swing, a monthly west coast swing dance in Greater Boston. Run by locals, for locals (and friends passing through), we strive to provide a top-quality experience for our dance community. With a mix of international professionals and home-grown talent, we throw a party every month that is not to be missed.
Dances are held on the second Saturday of the month at the George Dilboy VFW Post in Somerville, MA unless otherwise noted.
Up Next
Saturday, September 13th, 2025
6:30pm-8:30pm Beginner WCS bootcamp with Elizabeth Lloyd & Alex Glover
8:30pm-9:00pm Beginner bootcamp pizza party & mixer
6:30pm-7:00pm Accelerated Beginner Class for Switch/Steal mini-intensive
7:00pm-9:00pm Switch/Steal mini-intensive with Megan Souza, Alli Reese, & Maxwell Thew
9:00pm-12:00am Social dancing with DJ Maxwell Thew
Ever watched a switch dance enviously from the sidelines? Struggled to steal in for a birthday jam? Worry not – your chance to level up your switches and steals has arrived! Not only is learning both roles helpful for improving your dance skills, switching and stealing is just plain fun. This special mini-intensive will grow your confidence in both roles, teach you the ins and outs of how to switch and steal, and open your eyes to creative possibilities!
New to west coast swing (WCS)? The dance floor is calling, and it’s ready for YOU! Come get a crash course in WCS, a modern, flexible style of swing that can be danced to all of your current faves and throwbacks (yes, even Espresso). We provide the skills, the dance partners, the music, and the pizza- all you need to do is show up! No partner or prior dance experience required; our friendly teachers will get you up to speed on all of the basic moves you need to have fun on the social floor. Plus there’s pizza!
