Swing Dancing in Las Vegas Vintage and Modern Swing Dances

Charleston Through the Decades – 4-Week Series
Professor Jitterbug’s School of Swing
4 Tuesdays in July | 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Latin Blendz Dance Academy
$20 per week or $60 for the full 4-Weeks

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This July, step into the Rhythm Time Machine as we travel through three decades of one of the most iconic dances in American history: the Charleston!

In this 4-week progressive series, we’ll explore how the Charleston evolved from a flapper’s delight in the 1920s, into a jazz-era staple of the 1930s, and finally into a high-energy Swing-era favorite of the 1940s. From solo steps to partnered patterns, each week will build on the last—perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers alike.

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SCHEDULE:
July 1: The 1920s Charleston – Classic Solo & Partnered Basics
July 8: The 1930s Charleston – Swing-Style Charleston
July 15: The 1940s Charleston – Savoy Kicks & Other Variations
July 22: Putting It Together – Mixing Styles & Musicality Practice

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Whether you’ve never danced a step or you’re looking to add some jazz-age flair to your swing dancing, this class will give you the foundation, history, and rhythm you need to bring the Charleston to life.

Questions? Send us a message or visit profjitterbug.com.
Let’s dance through history—one kick at a time.

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The 1Floor Project — An Experiment in Social Dancing
Presented by Professor Jitterbug’s School of Dance
Wednesdays • 7:00–8:30 PM
Latin Blendz Dance Academy

5875 S. Rainbow Blvd, #206, Las Vegas
$20/week or $60/month • Pay via Cash, Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App
No partner or experience needed - just you and your groove!

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What is The 1Floor Project?
It's not just a class. It's an experiment.
What happens when two dancers meet on the floor with no shared style—but a shared rhythm?
Led by Professor Jitterbug (Nick Peterson) and series of talented people from all genres of partner dance, this weekly social dance lab helps you learn to improvise with any partner, to any music, using rhythm, lead-follow communication, and creativity.

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Each Week Includes:
* Rhythm Warm-Up to find the groove
* Technique Lab to refine your connection
* Music Shuffle Challenge (Social Dance Roulette!)
* Partner Practice with a variety of styles & songs

We work across genres—Swing, Latin, Tango, R&B, Pop, Funk—and we use the framework developed by Professor Jitterbug in his 27+ years of dancing:

Rhythm. Accent. Frame. Travel. Shape.
RAFTS

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Beginners Welcome. Experienced Dancers Encouraged.
Whether it’s your first dance or your hundredth, this class helps you become the kind of dancer who can dance to (almost) any song—with (almost) anyone.

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About Your Instructor
Nick Peterson (a.k.a "Professor Jitterbug" has taught vintage swing and social dances for over 26 years. Known for his passionate, thoughtful, and rhythm-first approach, he makes every class accessible, inspiring, and fun.

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Drop in any Wednesday at 7:00 PM and join the experiment.
🎵 One Song. One Floor. Infinite Possibilities.

Every Friday night, you can learn how to Swing dance with our Intro to Swing lesson at Dragon Gate! Each week, instructors from Swing Dance Vegas will get you moovin' and groovin' with the basic ideas of rhythm and technique.

Our Intro to Swing lesson is perfect for those who have never danced before or are looking to brush up on their skills before returning to the dance floor. You never need a parter or experience to join us either! Concerned that you have two left feet?? Don't worry, we have the right pair waiting for you!

After our lesson, join us for our weekly Friday night Swing dance, Dragon Gate Swings! The dance is free with your support of the bar, and features DJed music from 9p-???am.

We've hosted a free, weekly Friday night swing dance in Las Vegas for 20 years, so we know how to throw a good party!

Join us for dancing, fantastic music, and great vibes with Swing Dance Vegas. Whether you are a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner, this is your chance to step onto the floor and make unforgettable memories.

* 8:00 pm - Intro to Swing Lesson, $10 (no partner or experience necessary!)
* 9:00 pm - DJed Swing Music by Swing Dance Vegas (free, with your support of the bar).
* 10:00pm - Welcome Jam/Shim Sham

We usually dance to 1a-2a every week, so come ready to celebrate Saturday with us as well.

Dragon's Gate has a restaurant, so you can enjoy dinner before (or even during) our dance!

We've been swingin' on Friday nights for 20 years, come and join us tonight!