Broadcasting Live from Boston

Westie617

"Your Weekly Station for Swing"

Join us every Wednesday night. Authentic connection, vintage vibes, modern music.

The Community

No partner? No problem. We rotate partners like a spinning record.

The Learning

From beginner basics to advanced styling. Tune into your rhythm.

The Music

Blues, Pop, R&B. If it has a beat, we can swing to it.

Classes & Socials

Broadcasting Live Every Wednesday

Wednesday Lineup

7:00 PM

Series Classes (100-300)

4-week progressive tracks. Consistent learning.

8:00 PM

Drop-in Class

Fun patterns for everyone. Jump in anytime.

9:00 PM

Social Dance

DJ'd music until midnight. Open floor.

100 Series

Beginner

The foundation. Sugar push, side passes, whips. No experience needed.

Starts 1st Wed

200 Series

Intermediate

Connection drills, timing variations, and complex patterns.

Prereq: 100

300 Series

Advanced

High-level musicality and styling for dedicated dancers.

Audition Only
Admission
Monthly Series
$60
4-Week Course
Drop-In & Social
$12
Includes Social
Social Only
$12
9pm - 12am
Students: 50% off Drop-in/Social with valid ID

On Air Schedule

October 2025

Series
Social
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
7pm: Series W1
9pm: Social
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
7pm: Series W2
9pm: Social
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
7pm: Series W3
9pm: Social
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
7pm: Series W4
9pm: Social
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
Halloween!
9pm: Social
30
31

Station Rules

Code of Conduct

Westie617 is committed to a safe, fun, and respectful environment.

Expectations:

  1. Consent and Boundaries: You may refuse or end any dance, at any time. Respect boundaries immediately.
  2. Zero Tolerance for Harassment: We prohibit harassment, discrimination, or unwelcome advances.
  3. No Unsolicited Feedback: Do not offer unsolicited dance instruction. Adjustments for safety are welcome.
  4. Safety and Floorcraft: Be aware of your surroundings. Lifts and aerials are prohibited socially.
  5. Scent Policy: Please use unscented products.
  6. Reporting: Report incidents immediately to staff or via email. Violations may result in removal.

Health & Wellness

Reducing transmission of communicable illnesses.

Attendance Policy:

  • Stay Home if Ill: Do not attend if you have symptoms. Must be symptom-free for 24 hours.
  • COVID/Exposure: Do not attend if positive or exposed within the last 10 days.
  • Vaccines/Masks: Not required but masks encouraged. Wear one if requested by partner.

General Hygiene:

  • Hygiene: Wash hands frequently.
  • Contact Tracing: Notify us if you test positive after an event.
  • Waiver: Liability waiver required.

The Crew

Behind the Scenes

Alex Chen

Alex Chen

Head Instructor

Specializes in connection and beginner technique.

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Core Instructor

Focuses on musicality and styling.

Mike Ross

Mike Ross

Event Organizer

Registration, venue coordination, and bad jokes.

DJ Jess

DJ Jess

Head DJ

Curates the perfect mix of R&B, Blues, and Pop.

Frequency

Tune In

Have questions about classes, volunteering, or just want to say hi? Drop us a line.

General Inquiries

info@westie617.com

Confidential Reporting

policy@westie617.com

The Studio Location

Boston Dance Center

123 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118

Orange Line to Mass Ave (5 min walk). Metered parking free after 8pm.