Experience the joy of dancing
73 N Hill Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
THIS WEEK:
THIS SATURDAY NIGHT, MAY 23rd, it’s a SPECIAL CELEBRATION honoring the legendary Lindy Hopper: Frankie Manning, & the 100th Anniversary of the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem, NY (where Swing Dance was born)! Workshops from 1-5pm, & an Evening Dance featuring: Pete Jacobs Wartime Radio Revue Full Swing Orchestra!
The Workshops are $25 each class; OR $105. Day Pass (which includes any & ALL of the Classes PLUS the Evening Dance). Just ‘SHOW UP’ and we’ll sign you in!
1:00-2:00pm A Taste of Savoy Style Lindy Hop (Beginning Level w/Erin, Tami & Scott
2:00-3:00pm Lindy Movement: How to ‘Walk the Walk’ & ‘Talk the Talk’ (Beg./Intermed Level w/Guest Instructors: Rob & Diane Van Haaren from Texas
3:15-4:15pm Frankie’s Favorite Moves (Intermed. Level w/Rob & Diane)
4:15-5:15pm Back Charleston Variations (Intermed/Adv. Level w/Rob & Diane)
OUR EVENING SWING DANCE: $40 Admission this Special Night includes a Swing Lesson from 7:30-8pm; Full Swing Orchestra (they’ll fill our stage!) plays from 8-11pm, Plus Refreshments, Light Hors d’oeuvres, Sweet Treats, Door Prizes, Performances, Frankie Memories, & More Festivities. FUN! BE THERE!
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Note that our next SERIES OF GROUP CLASSES STARTS on SUNDAY, MAY 31st!
40+ Years of Joyful Movement
Since 1983, Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association (PBDA) has been bringing joy and connection to Southern California’s dance community. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, our weekly classes and Saturday Night Dances are all about having fun, creating connections, making memories, and letting the music move you.
Classes & Dances
CLASSES
We offer a wide range of group classes and private lessons designed for dancers of all levels. We teach American Social Dancing - with an emphasis on leading & following and having fun! If you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the first time, you’ll discover that dancing enhances your happiness and you’ll be glad you joined us!
DANCES
Saturday nights are when the magic truly comes alive. Our weekly Saturday night dances feature amazing live bands and kick off with a complimentary 30-minute Swing dance lesson from 7:30 to 8:00 PM, included with your admission (bands play 8:00 to 11:00 pm). Join us for an evening where the only thing that matters is having fun, one step at a time!
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Location
For all classes and dances - Grace Hall
73 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena, CA 91106 (Behind Hill Avenue Grace Lutheran Church)
Our venue offers free parking, air conditioning to keep you comfortable, and a spacious, beautiful wood floor—perfect for dancing the night away.
Come join us!