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Swing Bandits

Dance Studio

Toronto’s inclusive dance community!

Everyone is welcome no matter their gender, race, sexual orientation, relationship status, ability, age, body, faith, or profession.

Next DANCE PARTY is September 20 @ 7:00 pm

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Maria Ford Workshops on November 15 @ 11:00 am

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MARIA FORD WORKSHOPS

Swing Bandits is thrilled to bring Maria Ford back for a fabulous day of workshops on November 15. Like last time, we must have a minimum number of registrations by October 14 or this event will be cancelled so please register ASAP. See schedule and pricing information below.

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About Maria

Maria Ford is an Ottawa-based All-Star West Coast Swing dancer who also competes in Professional/Open Hustle. She has co-choreographed and performed winning West Coast Swing routines, including team and Rising Star divisions. Today, she focuses on providing high-quality instruction and innovative teacher training. She is skilled in and gives equal support to both Lead and Follow roles. She is known for building strong technical foundations, quality of movement, troubleshooting, and excellence in teaching. Learn more at www.smoothstyle.ca

Schedule

Private lesson slots available on November 14 and November 16. Contact Dominique or email hello@swingbanditsdance.ca for more information.

WORKSHOPS

  • 11:00 am to 1:00 pm – Workshop 1: Glow Up Critique, MAX 12 PEOPLE (all levels, see note)
  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm – Workshop 2: Build Your Own Patterns (all levels)
  • 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm – Workshop 3: Developing Contrast (all levels)
  • 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm – Coached Practice

THIRD SATURDAY SOCIAL

  • 7:00 pm to 7:45 pm – Blues Connection (intermediate, taught by Maria)
  • 7:45 pm to 8:30 pm – Intro to WCS (taught by Dominique)
  • 8:30 pm to midnight – Dance Party

NOTE: The Glow Up Critique will work best if we have balanced roles so please sign up as a leader or a follower (or indicate that you can do either). We may cut off or pause registration for a particular role to keep things balanced.

Pricing
  • $50 Workshop 1
  • $60 Workshops 2 and 3 + Coached practice
  • $25 Third Saturday Social (both classes + dance party), pay at the door
  • $120 Everything (three workshops, coached practice, and Third Saturday Social)

$10 discount with a student ID or if you travelled more than 50 km to get here (use coupon code 10OFF)

CLASSES AND DANCE PARTIES

Schedule

Come dance with us on the third Saturday of each month (some exceptions)

2025 Dates

  • January 18
  • February 15
  • March 15
  • April 19
  • May 17
  • June 21
  • July – no dance, join us at the Toronto Open
  • August 16
  • September 20
  • October – no dance, join us at Montreal Westie Fest
  • November 15
  • December 20

2026 Dates

  • January 17
  • February 21
  • March 21
  • April – no dance, join us at Swing in Bloom
  • May 16
  • June 20
  • July – stay tuned
  • August 15
  • September 19
  • October – stay tuned
  • November 21
  • December 19
Pricing

FREE on your first visit

$10 for one or both classes

$15 for the dance party

Free for community leaders and All Star+ dancers (please contact us if you are not sure if you quality)

$5 discount with a student ID or if you travelled more than 50 km to get here

What is a Dance Party?

Everyone is encouraged to dance with each other so no need to bring a partner.

Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just starting out, dance parties are a fantastic opportunity to practice your moves and make connections (whether meeting new friends or reconnecting with familiar faces) in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Class Descriptions

Beginner Class

The target audience for this class is new dancers who are not yet familiar with the basic patterns and concepts of WCS.

This class is meant for you if:

  • You are familiar with (and able to consistently execute) basic WCS patterns such as pushes, passes, whips, double turns, extensions, etc.
  • You are brand new to WCS
  • You are familiar with the basic WCS patterns and want to learn the other role (leading/following)
  • You have some experience with WCS and want to revisit fundamental concepts

Intermediate Class

The target audience for this class is experienced WCS dancers who are ready to go beyond the basics and start to explore advanced patterns and concepts. This will not be your usual “intermediate” class. Expect to be challenged and introduced to concepts that you may not master your first time around.

This class is meant for you if:

  • You are a seasoned WCS dancer who has been dancing and learning for many years
  • You are familiar with (and able to consistently execute) basic WCS patterns such as pushes, passes, whips, double turns, extensions, etc.