At The Platform, every group class is a stop on a carefully designed line—each with its own rhythm, focus, and direction. Whether you’re stepping into your first WCS class or fine-tuning your phrasing and styling, our track-based approach gives you the clarity and progression you need to grow.

All classes are pre-registration only. No drop-ins permitted.

Pricing

• The Express Line (Beginner Bootcamp): $70 (2-hour session)
• All other classes: $40 per class (1 hour)
• All classes require advance registration — no walk-ins.

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Your first stop on the journey.
Ready to start dancing? This immersive beginner class is your gateway to West Coast Swing. Whether you're brand new or coming back after a break, The Express Line gives you the tools and timing to feel confident on the social floor.

You’ll learn:

• Core rhythm and timing
• Anchor step, starter step, and basic patterns
• How to connect with a partner
• Musical structure and how to move to it

📅 Duration: 2-hour intensive
💵 Registration: $70 per student
📍 RSVP Required: No drop-ins. Pre-registration only.

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You’ve got the basics—now let’s make them better. The Fundamental Line helps you polish your partnering, expand your rhythmic understanding, and build confidence across a wider range of social patterns. It's where movement quality becomes second nature.

You’ll explore:

• Rotating rhythms and syncopations
• Socially common patterns and anchor timing
• Refined partnering technique
• Direction, tension, and tone in movement

📅 Duration: 1 hour
💵 Registration: $40 per class
📍 RSVP Required: No drop-ins. Pre-registration only.

This class is for dancers ready to level up their phrasing, styling, and intentional movement. The Strategy Line breaks down how to make deliberate musical and physical choices—both solo and in partnership—to elevate your dance from reactive to expressive.

You’ll explore:

• Styling concepts and anchor modulation
• Musical phrasing and call-and-response
• Partnered creativity and directional control
• High-level connection strategies

📅 Duration: 1 hour
💵 Registration: $40 per class
📍 RSVP Required: No drop-ins. Pre-registration only.

Dig into new ways to modify and expand common patterns. The Vault Line is all about structural variation—helping you develop an adaptable and interesting toolkit that holds up in social dancing.

You’ll explore:

• Pattern re-routes and modifications
• Entry and exit variations
• Functional footwork adaptations
• Structural creativity and experimentation

📅 Duration: 1 hour
💵 Registration: $40 per class
📍 RSVP Required: No drop-ins. Pre-registration only.

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Step into the soulful side of West Coast Swing. The Blue Line is a dedicated space for blues musicality, pulse-driven partnering, and grounded expression. Perfect for dancers looking to connect more deeply—with the music, their partner, and themselves.

You’ll explore:

• Elastic connection and stretch
• Blues musical structure and micro-phrasing
• Slowed-down partnering techniques
• Groove-based footwork and grounded styling

📅 Duration: 1 hour
💵 Registration: $40 per class
📍 RSVP Required: No drop-ins. Pre-registration only.

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The Community Line is where dancers come together beyond class. It’s built for connection, exploration, and growth—whether you’re reinforcing what you’ve learned, testing new skills, or simply sharing the floor with the community that makes it all possible.

From structured practice sessions to special events, this is where the Platform’s culture comes alive. RSVP required for all Community Line events.At The Platform, every group class is a stop on a carefully designed line—each with its own rhythm, focus, and direction. Whether you’re stepping into your first WCS class or fine-tuning your phrasing and styling, our track-based approach gives you the clarity and progression you need to grow.

All classes are pre-registration only. No drop-ins permitted.

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Not sure where to start?

Start with The Express Line if you're new to West Coast Swing or haven't danced in a while.
Graduates of The Express Line are encouraged to continue on The Fundamental Line to deepen their structure and prepare for The Strategy and Vault Lines.
If you're not sure which class fits best, reach out — we’re happy to help you find your line.