8-Week Thursday Series in Dupont Circle
FALL SESSION • DUPONT CIRCLE, DC
THURSDAY EVENING SERIES • SEPT 10 – OCT 29
DISCOVER THE JOY OF SWING DANCE.
Whether taking your first steps or dusting off your vintage rhythm, join Washington DC’s most welcoming dance floor at DanceSport Dupont. Led by renowned resident instructors Lily Matini and Mead McLean, our structured eight-week program guides you through iconic moves with poise, confidence, and musicality.
LOCATION & VENUE
DanceSport Dupont 2201 P Street, NW Washington, DC 20037
Convenient on-site parking is available for all enrolled students.
TUITION & POLICIES
$160
Full 8-Week Session • Per Person No partner required. We rotate partners frequently in class to build genuine lead-and-follow adaptability.
CLASS SCHEDULE & LEVELS
TWO THURSDAY LEVELS
Tailored for total beginners and advancing social dancers alike. Choose the path that matches your current momentum:
Level 1 • 7:30 PM
Foundations & Social Basics: Designed for beginners. Learn comfortable posture, rhythmic timing, and essential six-count footwork patterns to get you grooving comfortably from night one.
Level 2 • 8:30 PM
Classic Repertoire & Flow: Progress into the iconic Lindy Whip, authentic Charleston variations, dynamic turn patterns, and fluid lead-and-follow connection techniques.
WHAT YOU WILL MASTER
Core Skills in the 8-Week Session
01 / Six-Count Basics Crisp footwork, relaxed frame mechanics, and intuitive rhythmic timing.
02 / Lindy Whip Classic swing momentum, rotational flow, and dynamic partner connection.
03 / Charleston & Lead/Follow Side-by-side Charleston styling alongside responsive non-verbal leading and following.
YOUR INSTRUCTORS
LILY MATINI & MEAD MCLEAN
With decades of combined experience across social swing, Lindy Hop, and partner dancing, Lily and Mead bring an engaging, patient, and detail-driven teaching style. Their classes foster an inclusive, supportive atmosphere where every question is celebrated and every student progresses at their own pace.
Ready for More? Explore Our Classes?
From Country Western to sultry Argentine Tango, District DanceSport offers a wide range of styles for every dancer. Discover our current selection of weekly drop-in classes, private lessons, and progressive series designed to build your confidence on the floor.
Int'l Ballroom & Latin | Beginner Level
Master two classic dances per month, from Samba to Waltz, following the official international syllabus recognized worldwide.
Country Western | Two-Step Dance
Build a strong foundation in two-step footwork, rhythm, and turns in a fun, supportive atmosphere led by seasoned experts.
Line Dance Made Easy-Country to Club
Learn classic hits and viral TikTok-style moves. Join our performance team and vibe with a high-energy, inclusive crew.
Salsa Level 1 | Absolute Beginners
Perfect for those new to dance. Refine your basics in a safe, gender-neutral, and highly supportive environment.
Salsa Level 2 | Drop-in welcome Class
Fine-tune your turns and timing without a multi-week commitment. Ideal for dancers comfortable with basic fundamentals.
Argentine Tango | Beginner Level
Discover a conversation in motion with focus on posture, embrace, walking technique, and the art of leading/following.
Latin Body Movement | Dance Fitness
A moderate-to-high energy workout that smooths out your natural dance movement with a fresh weekly Latin playlist.
Social Partner Dancing
Become a confident lead or follow across many Ballroom and Latin dancing. Learn Foxtrot, Swing, and Rumba to use at any wedding or social party.
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DANCESPORT DUPONT
Church of the Pilgrims • 2201 P Street, NW • Washington, DC 20037
Professional Ballroom, Latin & Swing Dance Instruction in the Heart of DC
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