the Big Apple Soiree
Apr
18
to Apr 19

the Big Apple Soiree

THE BIG APPLE SOIRÉE 🍎✨ An elevated evening of West Coast Swing, live music, and refined social dancing in New York City.

Step into a thoughtfully curated experience where movement, music, and connection meet. Designed for both new and experienced dancers, this soirée invites you to explore West Coast Swing in an atmosphere that is both welcoming and elevated.

Begin the evening with guided classes to build clarity and confidence, then transition into a vibrant social where music shapes the experience from start to finish.

✨ The Experience

  • Expert-led West Coast Swing classes (Beginner & Intermediate+)

  • A carefully curated, high-quality social dance environment

  • DJ sets featuring contemporary music to inspire modern West Coast Swing

  • Live music rooted in authentic blues and swing, performed by the Mitch Frohman Swing Quartet

  • Refreshments including wine

  • An elegant space to connect, move, and express

✨ Evening Flow 7:30 PM — West Coast Swing Classes 8:15 PM — Social Dancing with DJ 9:30 PM — Live Music

✨ Pricing $30 in advance $40 at the door $25 each when you bring a guest +$15 for class access

Entry includes refreshments (including wine) and full access to the evening's social experience.

🎟️ Get Your Tickets

Classes — Reserve your spot in the 7:30 PM West Coast Swing classes: 👉 [CLASS TICKETS]

Advanced Tickets — Secure your entry in advance: 👉 [ADVANCED TICKETS]

Bring a Friend & Save — Get two tickets for $25 each! Use code WCSFRIEND at checkout: 👉 [TWO-TICKETS]

Join us for a night where dance becomes an experience — not just an activity.

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Apr
26

Big Apple Ranch

Big Apple Ranch is hosting a tea dance at Big Apple Ballroom on Sunday, April 26 from 3 PM to 6:30 PM! Come join us for an afternoon of dancing two-step, west coast swing, and line dancing. The dance will start with a 1-hour intermediate two-step class taught by our Big Apple Ranch Director, Jon Lee! This will be followed by open dancing.

The Big Apple Ranch has been NYC's home for country western dancing for the past 29 years. For more information, visit bigappleranch.com. Grab your boots and come to our tea dance!

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BAB Bridgerton Social
Mar
26

BAB Bridgerton Social

Don’t forget our BAB Social…

Dance with your friends and BAB staff

Come for the Social Ballroom class at 7:30 and stick around for the social for free. Also free for VIP members.

Bring a friend and they receive half off entry to class and/or social.

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Strictly Ballroom Minimatch
Mar
14

Strictly Ballroom Minimatch

Get your shoulder pads and hair waves ready, not to mention new steps. This is a practice competition where you’ll receive feedback from top adjudicators. Dance your best and then come in for coaching the following Tuesday, March 17th with the judges to receive personalized feedback. Spectators $20, and competitors free admission.

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Salon Series 2
Mar
7

Salon Series 2

Lindsay Jordan and her band will be laying down the tunes for us March 7th. Social Dancing, Drinks, and Diversion.

Get your Tarot reading and see if good fortune lies ahead for your dancing. Two drinks included with your ticket price and reserved seating available.

Entry ticket:

  • 2 drink tickets

  • Entry into the event

  • Standing room only

Purchase 50$ Entry Ticket

Table Ticket:

  • 2 drink tickets

  • Entry into the event

  • Seat at exclusive table

Purchase 80$ Table Ticket

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Strictly Ballroom Screening
Feb
25

Strictly Ballroom Screening

Stick around after the Social Ballroom class to join us for a screening of the iconic ballroom dancing movie on our 20 foot screen. BYO everything but it’s FREE.

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Ballroom II
Jul
8

Ballroom II

Ballroom II continues developing the dances from Ballroom Basics with more advanced partnering and patterns. Good for Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate dancers.

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Social Ballroom
Jul
8

Social Ballroom

Learn the elements of lead and follow in classic ballroom dances like waltz, tango, foxtrot, and how to apply those dance skills to any kind of music.

Perfect for beginners and pre-intermediate dancers looking to get some guided practice. Sign up here.

How to walk without stepping on your partner’s feet

How to turn as a couple

How lead and follow under arm turns

Learn how to distinguish the different types of music and which rhythms and step patterns work with each.

Dance floor etiquette.

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Hustle
Jul
4

Hustle

Slide Into the Groove with Hustle!
Whether you're brand new to dance or already know your way around a disco ball, our Hustle class is the perfect place to get moving. This iconic partner dance, born in the NYC clubs of the '70s, is fast, funky, and full of flair. We’ll break down the essentials—timing, footwork, spins, and smooth partner connection—in a fun and approachable way. Beginners will feel right at home, while experienced dancers can refine their technique and add fresh style. No partner needed—just bring your energy and get ready to groove!

sign up here

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Salsa
Jul
4

Salsa

Step into the rhythm of the city with our Salsa on 2 class—New York’s signature style of salsa dancing. Whether you're new to Latin dance or looking to refine your timing and technique, this class breaks down the essentials of footwork, partner connection, and musicality in a fun, supportive setting. You’ll learn how to dance on the “2” beat, giving your movements that smooth, syncopated flair that defines the NY style. No partner needed—just bring your energy and a willingness to groove!

sign up here

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Zouk
Jul
2

Zouk

Learn this Brazilian partner dance with roots in Lambada and Caribbean rhythms, known for its fluid motion, strong connection, and expressive style. Tybaldt Ulrich and Vanda Polakova will teach you all the basics and then some.

sign up here

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Ballroom II
Jul
1

Ballroom II

Ballroom II continues developing the dances from Ballroom Basics with more advanced partnering and patterns. Good for Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate dancers.

Sign up here.

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Social Ballroom
Jul
1

Social Ballroom

Learn the elements of lead and follow in classic ballroom dances like waltz, tango, foxtrot, and how to apply those dance skills to any kind of music.

Perfect for beginners and pre-intermediate dancers looking to get some guided practice. Sign up here.

How to walk without stepping on your partner’s feet

How to turn as a couple

How lead and follow under arm turns

Learn how to distinguish the different types of music and which rhythms and step patterns work with each.

Dance floor etiquette.

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West Coast Swing Mondays
Jun
30

West Coast Swing Mondays

Join us for WCS Mondays with our new class schedule - Basics is now on Thursdays.

WC Swing II 7:30 PM

West Coast Swing II is a continuation of the "Basics" class with more advanced patterns and partnering. You should have a good understanding of and ease with the Left Side Pass, Right Side Pass, Sugar Push, and Whip before moving on to WC II from the Basics class. As with the Basics class, signing up for this class includes the party afterwards so you don't need to register for both. 

WC Swing III 8:30 PM

West Coast Swing III is a continuation of the Level II class with more advanced patterns and partnering. You can check out the WC Swing curriculum here for more in depth info about the patterns and skills you’ll be learning.

Signing up for either class includes the party afterwards so you don't need to register for both party and class.

WC Swing Party 9:30-11 PM

Dance the night away. $10 online or at the door or free with same day class attendance.

sign up here

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Hustle
Jun
27

Hustle

Slide Into the Groove with Hustle!
Whether you're brand new to dance or already know your way around a disco ball, our Hustle class is the perfect place to get moving. This iconic partner dance, born in the NYC clubs of the '70s, is fast, funky, and full of flair. We’ll break down the essentials—timing, footwork, spins, and smooth partner connection—in a fun and approachable way. Beginners will feel right at home, while experienced dancers can refine their technique and add fresh style. No partner needed—just bring your energy and get ready to groove!

sign up here

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Salsa
Jun
27

Salsa

Step into the rhythm of the city with our Salsa on 2 class—New York’s signature style of salsa dancing. Whether you're new to Latin dance or looking to refine your timing and technique, this class breaks down the essentials of footwork, partner connection, and musicality in a fun, supportive setting. You’ll learn how to dance on the “2” beat, giving your movements that smooth, syncopated flair that defines the NY style. No partner needed—just bring your energy and a willingness to groove!

sign up here

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Zouk
Jun
25

Zouk

Learn this Brazilian partner dance with roots in Lambada and Caribbean rhythms, known for its fluid motion, strong connection, and expressive style. Tybaldt Ulrich and Vanda Polakova will teach you all the basics and then some.

sign up here

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Ballroom II
Jun
24

Ballroom II

Ballroom II continues developing the dances from Ballroom Basics with more advanced partnering and patterns. Good for Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate dancers.

Sign up here.

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Social Ballroom
Jun
24

Social Ballroom

Learn the elements of lead and follow in classic ballroom dances like waltz, tango, foxtrot, and how to apply those dance skills to any kind of music.

Perfect for beginners and pre-intermediate dancers looking to get some guided practice. Sign up here.

How to walk without stepping on your partner’s feet

How to turn as a couple

How lead and follow under arm turns

Learn how to distinguish the different types of music and which rhythms and step patterns work with each.

Dance floor etiquette.

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West Coast Swing Mondays
Jun
23

West Coast Swing Mondays

Join us for WCS Mondays with our new class schedule - Basics is now on Thursdays.

WC Swing II 7:30 PM

West Coast Swing II is a continuation of the "Basics" class with more advanced patterns and partnering. You should have a good understanding of and ease with the Left Side Pass, Right Side Pass, Sugar Push, and Whip before moving on to WC II from the Basics class. As with the Basics class, signing up for this class includes the party afterwards so you don't need to register for both. 

WC Swing III 8:30 PM

West Coast Swing III is a continuation of the Level II class with more advanced patterns and partnering. You can check out the WC Swing curriculum here for more in depth info about the patterns and skills you’ll be learning.

Signing up for either class includes the party afterwards so you don't need to register for both party and class.

WC Swing Party 9:30-11 PM

Dance the night away. $10 online or at the door or free with same day class attendance.

sign up here

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Hustle
Jun
20

Hustle

Slide Into the Groove with Hustle!
Whether you're brand new to dance or already know your way around a disco ball, our Hustle class is the perfect place to get moving. This iconic partner dance, born in the NYC clubs of the '70s, is fast, funky, and full of flair. We’ll break down the essentials—timing, footwork, spins, and smooth partner connection—in a fun and approachable way. Beginners will feel right at home, while experienced dancers can refine their technique and add fresh style. No partner needed—just bring your energy and get ready to groove!

sign up here

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Salsa
Jun
20

Salsa

Step into the rhythm of the city with our Salsa on 2 class—New York’s signature style of salsa dancing. Whether you're new to Latin dance or looking to refine your timing and technique, this class breaks down the essentials of footwork, partner connection, and musicality in a fun, supportive setting. You’ll learn how to dance on the “2” beat, giving your movements that smooth, syncopated flair that defines the NY style. No partner needed—just bring your energy and a willingness to groove!

sign up here

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Zouk
Jun
18

Zouk

Learn this Brazilian partner dance with roots in Lambada and Caribbean rhythms, known for its fluid motion, strong connection, and expressive style. Tybaldt Ulrich and Vanda Polakova will teach you all the basics and then some.

sign up here

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Ballroom II
Jun
17

Ballroom II

Ballroom II continues developing the dances from Ballroom Basics with more advanced partnering and patterns. Good for Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate dancers.

Sign up here.

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Social Ballroom
Jun
17

Social Ballroom

Learn the elements of lead and follow in classic ballroom dances like waltz, tango, foxtrot, and how to apply those dance skills to any kind of music.

Perfect for beginners and pre-intermediate dancers looking to get some guided practice. Sign up here.

How to walk without stepping on your partner’s feet

How to turn as a couple

How lead and follow under arm turns

Learn how to distinguish the different types of music and which rhythms and step patterns work with each.

Dance floor etiquette.

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West Coast Swing Mondays
Jun
16

West Coast Swing Mondays

Join us for WCS Mondays with our new class schedule - Basics is now on Thursdays.

WC Swing II 7:30 PM

West Coast Swing II is a continuation of the "Basics" class with more advanced patterns and partnering. You should have a good understanding of and ease with the Left Side Pass, Right Side Pass, Sugar Push, and Whip before moving on to WC II from the Basics class. As with the Basics class, signing up for this class includes the party afterwards so you don't need to register for both. 

WC Swing III 8:30 PM

West Coast Swing III is a continuation of the Level II class with more advanced patterns and partnering. You can check out the WC Swing curriculum here for more in depth info about the patterns and skills you’ll be learning.

Signing up for either class includes the party afterwards so you don't need to register for both party and class.

WC Swing Party 9:30-11 PM

Dance the night away. $10 online or at the door or free with same day class attendance.

sign up here

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WCS Only Level I
Jun
15

WCS Only Level I

New to West Coast Swing? This beginner-friendly crash course will introduce you to the fundamental steps, rhythm, and connection techniques that make WCS such a versatile and enjoyable dance. No partner or experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to groove!

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Hustle
Jun
13

Hustle

Slide Into the Groove with Hustle!
Whether you're brand new to dance or already know your way around a disco ball, our Hustle class is the perfect place to get moving. This iconic partner dance, born in the NYC clubs of the '70s, is fast, funky, and full of flair. We’ll break down the essentials—timing, footwork, spins, and smooth partner connection—in a fun and approachable way. Beginners will feel right at home, while experienced dancers can refine their technique and add fresh style. No partner needed—just bring your energy and get ready to groove!

sign up here

View Event →
Salsa
Jun
13

Salsa

Step into the rhythm of the city with our Salsa on 2 class—New York’s signature style of salsa dancing. Whether you're new to Latin dance or looking to refine your timing and technique, this class breaks down the essentials of footwork, partner connection, and musicality in a fun, supportive setting. You’ll learn how to dance on the “2” beat, giving your movements that smooth, syncopated flair that defines the NY style. No partner needed—just bring your energy and a willingness to groove!

sign up here

View Event →
Zouk
Jun
11

Zouk

Learn this Brazilian partner dance with roots in Lambada and Caribbean rhythms, known for its fluid motion, strong connection, and expressive style. Tybaldt Ulrich and Vanda Polakova will teach you all the basics and then some.

sign up here

View Event →
Ballroom II
Jun
10

Ballroom II

Ballroom II continues developing the dances from Ballroom Basics with more advanced partnering and patterns. Good for Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate dancers.

Sign up here.

View Event →
Social Ballroom
Jun
10

Social Ballroom

Learn the elements of lead and follow in classic ballroom dances like waltz, tango, foxtrot, and how to apply those dance skills to any kind of music.

Perfect for beginners and pre-intermediate dancers looking to get some guided practice. Sign up here.

How to walk without stepping on your partner’s feet

How to turn as a couple

How lead and follow under arm turns

Learn how to distinguish the different types of music and which rhythms and step patterns work with each.

Dance floor etiquette.

View Event →