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SAN DIEGO'S LARGEST WEEKLY SWING DANCE

 LINDY HOP, CHARLESTON, BALBOA & MORE
CLASSES AND SOCIAL DANCING
LIVE  MUSIC ONCE A MONTH
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halloween ball w/ the mad hat hucksters
​10/29

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​1 CLASS+BAND: $22 ($17 youth/military)
--> Class Punch Cards: $7 + 1 Punch

​2 CLASS+BAND: $25 ($20 youth/military)
--> Class Punch Cards: $10 + 1 Punch

BAND ONLY: $20 ($17 youth/military)
--> Dance Punch card: $10 + 1 Punch
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1 CLASS ONLY: $15 ($12/youth/military)

2 CLASS ONLY: $22 ($17 youth/military)

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*youth/military applies to 24 & under or active military.

**Want to save money? Punch cards can be purchased online or at our front door.  For individual use only.  Cannot be replaced if lost or stolen.

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Come dance with the Mad Hat Hucksters on Thursday, October 29th and we’ll give you a Firehouse Double Hop wristband.

Hang onto it and bring it back the following Thursday, November 5th and your DJ night dance admission is on us!
Classes are not included and can be purchased separately.


That’s two Thursdays of social dancing for the price of one band night.

Oct 29: The Mad Hat Hucksters
Nov 5: DJ Night with DJ Derrick


Just make sure to save your wristband (no need to wear it all week)! You’ll need to show it on Nov 5th to get in free.
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Get your costumes ready! Here’s how to enter our costume contest:

1.) Take a picture of your costume at our Halloween Ball on 10/29.

2.) Upload your picture as a post to Instagram and tag @firehouseswing by 11 am on Saturday 10/31.

3.) If you don’t receive a like by the Firehouse by 11 am Saturday, shoot us a message so we can be sure we’ve seen your post!

Winner will be announced by 6 pm on Saturday, 10/31.

Is your instagram account private? We won’t receive tag notifications from private accounts so be sure to DM us a screenshot of your post displaying our @firehouseswing tag in the caption so we can receive your entry.

Don’t have instagram? Email us at [email protected] with your picture

We want to be sure everyone gets a chance to enter the contest. If you have questions or concerns, email us or talk to Erin at the dance.

Prizes
First Place: $50
Second Place: $25
Third Place: Free entry to our Black & White Ball.

Individuals and groups can enter.
Must attend a class and/or the dance on 10/29 in order to enter.
 
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Swing is in session at the Firehouse! Students can join us on 10/22 for a FREE 8 pm lesson and dance! Must present student ID for entry.
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oCTOBER 2026

Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29  * Live band extra fees apply
Class closes 15 minutes after scheduled start time- No exceptions

7 PM - 8 PM

Intro to Lindy Hop
JP & Celina
Our intro class moves a little slower than our 8 pm beginner class but first time dancers are welcome to do both!
Intermediate Halloween Routine
Derrick & Erin

8 PM - 9 PM

*Arrive early! Our group warm-up starts at 7:55!

Beginner Lindy Hop

​Derrick & Erin
Intermediate Lindy Hop
JP & Celina

9 PM - 11 PM

Social Dancing with Guest DJs
​Swing ( 9 PM in the main hall )

**Firehouse Halloween Ball 10/29 w/ The Mad Hat Hucksters

Nov 2026

Nov 5, 12, 19 (Closed Nov 26)​* Live band extra fees apply
Class closes 15 minutes after scheduled start time- No exceptions

7 Pm - 8 PM

*Just $7/$5 to add 2nd hour of class!
Intro to Lindy Hop
TBD
*Our intro class moves a little slower than our 8 pm beginner class but first time dancers are welcome to do both!

Begintermediate
Derrick & Erin
A class designed to help transition from Beginner to Intermediate. Should be comfortable with 6 & 8 count basic footwork/moves (i.e. tuck turns, send outs, inside passes etc)

8 PM - 9 PM

Beginner Lindy Hop
Derrick & Erin
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Intermediate Lindy Hop
TBD

9 - 11 PM

Social Dancing with Guest DJs
​Swing ( 9 PM in the main hall )

**Live music 11/19 w/ TBD

DANCING EVERY THURSDAY!

 

PRICING

1 Class Drop In
$15

($12  youth/military)
*Includes dance on DJ Nights
2 Class Drop In
$22

($17  youth/military)
*Includes dance on DJ Nights
Dance Only
$9

($7 youth/military)

PACKAGE DEALS!

Beginner Special
$95

(8 Class Credits)
New to swing dancing? Save $$$ with the Beginner Special! Get 8 class credits for just $11.88 per class. Start any week of the month.  No partner required! Valid for beginner class only. A second class can be added for just $7 each visit. Buy online or at the door.
4 Class
​Punch Card

$54

($44 youth/military)
Save $$$ and check-in faster with a 4 Class Punch Card. Only $13.50 per class ($11 youth/military).  Punches never expire. Valid for all classes. Add a second class for just $7 at the door ($5 youth/military). Buy online or at the door.

10 Class
​Punch Card

$125


Save $$$ and check-in faster with a 10 Class Punch Card. Only $12.50 per class. Punches never expire. Valid for all classes. Add a second class for just $7 at the door ($5 youth/military). Buy online or at the door.

6 Dance
​Punch Card

$45

($36 youth/military)
Save $$$ and check-in faster with a 6  Dance Punch Card. Only $7.50 per visit. ($6 youth/military).  Punches never expire. Punch card holder has the option to add a class for $6 or add two classes for $13 ($11 youth / military).  Only sold at the door.
* Classes include admission to the SOCIAL DANCE!
* Youth (24 & under) & Military must show ID.

*Additional fees apply on live music nights. 
​* Punch cards cannot be shared,  transferred or replaced if lost/stolen​
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About

The Firehouse has weekly classes covering dances from the swing era including: Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa, Solo Jazz and Shag. Classes include admission to the DJ’ed social dance.  We also have live bands once a month!

The Firehouse is open to all ages, skill levels and lifestyles. It is a great place to meet new people and get some exercise. No partner required!

The Firehouse Swing Dance is the longest running swing dance in San Diego.  Founded by Meeshi Anjali in 1998 the Firehouse got it's name from the original venue, a renovated “firehouse”. In April 2018, Meeshi retired from running the Firehouse which is now run by Derrick and Erin Roos. After several moves, it is now located at Mary Murphy's Champion Ballroom as of August 2024. ​

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​Can't find what you're looking for? Most answers can be found on our FAQs page! If not, send us an email:

[email protected]


DIRECTIONS
Champion Ballroom
4255 Ruffin Rd #200
San Diego, CA 92123


PARKING
Free parking in large parking lot surrounding the building! Front desk is located at the north end of Champion Ballroom.

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