HappensDance is back for 2026! We're kicking off the year with a free class on Thursday 22 January, with our first Beginner course the following Thursday 29 January.
Due to our continued growth, HappensDance classes will be relocating to a new venue in 2026: Burnside Ballroom, 401 Greenhill Rd, Tusmore SA 5065. We are incredibly excited about this move, as the new space will provide:
To complement this move, we will be making changes to class start times. These changes will ensure all Level 1 students can enjoy social dancing immediately after their class, rather than waiting 45 minutes as is currently the case.
Please note the new schedule and mark it in your diaries:
There's a small price increase from the start of 2026, plus some extra multi-pass options. Please head over to our store for the full price list.
Next 6 week Level 1 (Beginners) course starts 8.30 pm .
Free class coming up on !
Casual Level 2 (Continuers) class at 7.30 pm and Level 1 (Beginners) class at 8.30 pm.
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Our 45 minute Level 1 class is run as a 6 week course. No need to bring a partner.
Entry to Level 1 class also gives entry to social dancing on the night.
Next course commences .
Our 45 minute Level 2, 3 and 4 classes are aimed at giving you what you need as you progress your WCS. To move up a level you'll need to be assessed; assessments are every 6 weeks, please see our Class Levels and Entry Requirements for details.
Entry to a Level 2, 3 or 4 class also gives entry to lower level classes and social dancing on the night.
All of our staff are available for private lessons! The hall is available from 6.30 to 7.30 pm each Thursday for private lessons, please contact any of our staff for more information or to book.
As with everything, the best way of improving your WCS is to practice! To offer our students as much opportunity to do so as possible, we've set up the Hilltop HappensDancers practice sessions in Mylor, held on the first Sunday of every month 3-5 pm. See here for more details.
HappensDance is proud to be a supporter of Adelaide's first and only West Coast Swing WSDC Registry Event, Simply Adelaide! This incredible event is held in October/November each year and welcomes world class dancers from all over Australia and the globe. Check out simplyadelaidewcs.com.au for more details.
West Coast Swing is a modern partner dance, with origins in Lindy Hop, and is constantly evolving. It can be danced socially or in competition, and to almost any 4/4 music style: blues, pop, soul, RnB, funk, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop – the list goes on!
HappensDance aims to create a fun community of dancers who enjoy the social element of West Coast Swing, while also challenging our students to improve as they learn. Our teachers love West Coast Swing and seeing students grow in both confidence and skill level over time.
Whatever is comfortable and easy to move in. Flat shoes are recommended, if the soles are too grippy it might be harder to do turns in.
Nope. We rotate through partners in our classes so you're welcome to either lead or follow based on your preference. Though you're always welcome to bring as many people as you'd like!
Booking in advance is not required, you're welcome to sign up and pay at the door. However if you want to save some time on the night you're we'd love you to book in advance.
Even if you have experience in partner dancing before, we ask all students to start at Level 1. Click on the Level 2-4 section under Classes for more info.
There is a car park with ample spaces in front of the ballroom.
Entry is via the door on the northern side of the ballroom.
No problem, you should still be able to keep up the following week without too much difficulty. Our Beginner Course pass is valid for 3 months, and our 10 Week Pass is valid for 4 months.
Practise what you've learned in class and dance the night away with an hour of social dancing! Guest DJs playing tunes for you every week.