Welcome to Yale Swing & Blues, the non-competitive swing and blues dancing community of Yale and New Haven! We are dedicated to making social dancing available to every sector of our community, by providing space for people to gather and dance in a fun, informal, welcoming setting, and by offering affordable opportunities for members of our community to learn. Our regular events include:

We also organize trips to local and regional dancing events, and bring out-of-town dancers and musicians in for ours. Our events are open to undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff, and members of the broader New Haven community. No special shoes or partner required!

We hope to see you on the floor.

-Yale Swing & Blues

News In Brief

Four Week Lesson Series Starting Sunday, February 7

Registration now open!

Our latest round of weekly Blues classes commences Sunday, February 7 at the Afro-American Center at 211 Park Street, New Haven. Swing classes begin Thursday, February 11. Classes are open to everyone, and you don’t have to bring a partner. No special shoes are required. Read More...

Practicum Sunday, January 31

For the low low price of absolutely FREE, you can: dance, hang out and watch us dance, listen to music, ask questions or get feedback from experienced dancers on specific aspects of your dancing in a relaxed & intimate setting. Read More...

Upcoming YS&B Events

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