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Classes are at the Hilo Elks Lodge, downtown Hilo, 150 Kino'ole Street
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No partners needed; we rotate.
Class size limited.
More details are on our Calendar.
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Please pre-register by email here.
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$45 for a 6-week session.
$15 for single classes. Bundle 6 single classes for $45.
$15 drop-in with prior instructor permission.
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Group Classes
Mondays, March 30 - May 4, 2026:
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5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Learn the Swing Out (6-week series)
This is a foundation class intended for beginners; experienced dancers can brush up their skills or learn “the other role." No dance experience necessary, but you’ll have an advantage if you already know basic swing footwork.
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7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Dips, Drops, Lifts & Dips (6-week series)
Intended for dancers who already are comfortable with swing footwork and have dependable frame and connection, this class will include moves such as the Frog Jump & Tandem Drop. Followers should expect their feet to leave the ground!
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Tuesdays, March 31 - May 5, 2026: See Calendar for descriptions; these are stand-alone classes.
Beginner-friendly classes marked with #.​
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March 31, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Jig Walk #
March 31, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Stops & Breaks
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April 7, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Stealing Games #
April 7, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Instant Expression #
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April 14, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Pirates & Ninjas
April 14, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Leaning Into The Lyrics
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April 21, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Tangoed Up In Blues #
April 21, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Poetry in Motion
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April 28, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Adding Time
April 28, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Amp It Up (or Down)
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May 5, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. I'll Depend On You
May 5, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. It Ain't Whatcha Do, It's the Way That You Do It
Private Lessons
Our primary swing dance instructors offer private lessons by request. In addition, most of our workshop instructors offer privates when they are in town. If you would like to take private lessons please use the Contact Form.
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Resources for Students
If you're a Hep Cats student, click here for additional class resources.