Question 1

Do I need a partner or previous dance experience?

Accepted Answer

No partner or dance experience needed to attend PSDC's social dances or Lindy Hop 1 series!

Other series, lessons, or workshops may require specific prerequisites or equivalent experience, so make sure to read the full description of events before registering.

Question 2

It's my first time at PSDC. What should I expect?

Accepted Answer

What to bring to Lessons / Dances:
Water bottle
Shoes with smooth soles / minimal traction. The less tread, the easier it is to move around the dance floor. 
Clothes you're comfortable moving and sweating in. Casual attire or dressing up is fine. 
Earplugs, if you're sound-sensitive.
Handkerchief, extra shirts, a fan, deodorant... Lindy Hop is a very active dance and a bunch of dancers in a room can get sweaty quickly. Plan accordingly!

What to expect at Lessons: 
Changing partners regularly. This helps us meet people and learn how to dance with people of different experience levels, physical abilities, and creative ideas!
Instructors show it, You try it. During lessons your instructors may demonstrate something, then ask you to try it a few times. Then instructors will explain in more detail. Each time you try something, focus on how it feels in your body. Learning to dance means developing your body awareness!
Ask questions! If you want specific feedback or are unclear about something, ask your instructors! You can also ask dance partners questions like "Does it feel clear when I try _____?" or "Does this feel comfortable for you?"

What to expect at Social Dances:
Live & DJ'd music: We typically have live music on 2nd & 4th Wednesdays - YAY!
Announcements: About an hour into the dance, we take a break for announcements and the celebration jam. More on the jam later!
Embrace silliness, have fun, and enjoy the opportunity to connect with the music and each other! PDSC encourages a playful and relaxed dance atmosphere. 
Changing partners: Lindy Hop and other swing dances are social dances, meaning we dance with many different people in a single night! It’s common to change partners every song or every couple of songs. 
Ask someone to dance: There’s no single person or role responsible for inviting others to dance,  and gender does not indicate dance role. Take a breath, be brave, and ask someone "Would you like to dance? I know how to [lead/follow]!"

FAQ

Do I need a partner or previous dance experience?

It's my first time at PSDC. What should I expect?