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FAQ

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It's my first time attending a Lindy Hop event, what should I bring with me?

Wear clothes you're comfortable moving in—casual attire or dressing up is fine! We recommend shoes with low traction to aid with turning and moving across the floor. This is an active dance, so if you're someone who sweats a lot, you might consider bringing a handkerchief, an extra shirt, and deodorant!
Do I need a partner or previous dance experience?

No to both! You do not need to bring a partner to participate in lessons or dances! However, sometimes a workshop may specify that a partner is needed, so make sure to read the full requirements for those events before signing up. Dance experience is not required to attend. PSDC's social dances or the Intro to Lindy Hop series. However, the Lindy Hop 2 series and many of our workshops do require completion of either Intro to Lindy Hop or equivalent experience. Read the description of each month's Lindy Hop 2 series and our workshops to make sure you're ready for it!
What should I expect at a PSDC lesson or dance?

At PSDC, we encourage a playful and relaxed dance atmosphere. It’s common to switch partners every song or every couple of songs during lessons and social dances. This promotes interaction and helps with exposure to different dance styles. Remember, there’s no single person responsible for inviting others to dance, and gender does not indicate dance role. Embrace the silliness, have fun, and enjoy the opportunity to connect with the dance! Additionally, we feature live band music on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, while the other Wednesdays are DJed.
When do lesson series start?

The first Wednesday of every month! Exceptions made for some holidays.
What should I do if I want to join a series after the second week?

Contact the instructors or PSDC in advance through the 'Contact Us' page to ask if it's okay to join late. It is up to the instructors to determine whether they'll allow late registrants, as you will have already missed foundational information for that month's series. Instructors may ask for your dance experience or to dance with you to assess if you'll be able to keep up with a series after joining late.
How do I know when I'm ready to move from Intro to Lindy Hop to Lindy Hop 2 or the workshops?

When the content of Intro to Lindy Hop feels comfortable and easy for you, that's the time! Some people choose to take Intro to Lindy Hop several times before moving on to Lindy Hop 2. If you're unsure if you're ready to move on, you might find it helpful to talk to and dance with one or more of PSDC's instructors and ask for their thoughts.
How do I become a Volunteer/ Instructor/ DJ?

Contact PSDC via our Contact Us page, or reach out to the -Volunteer coordinator: Josue Luna -Instructor coordinator: Val Kutchko -DJ coordinator: Adam Lee-Morgan