Sweater Weather Swing
🍁 Sweater Weather Swing is Back!🍁
Bundle up and prepare to rake in the gourd vibes with an evening of fall-nomenal live music. No partner, no experience, and no worries required!
Pay at the door (Cash or Venmo)
Criminally Good Dancing.
Free Lindy Hop every Monday night. No experience or partner required!
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Fall 2026 schedule
Lesson 8:00–9:00 PM · Social dance 9:00–10:00 PM
Beginner: 6-count basics
Advanced: Swingout smorgasbord
Beginner: 8-count basics
Advanced: Doing more with less
Beginner: 6-count basics
Advanced: Musicality
Last week in the barn!
Garden Room, Willard Straight Hall
Beginner: Charleston basics
Garden Room, Willard Straight Hall
Advanced: Special workshop with Ramona Staffeld!
Workshop will run from 7-9pm
Garden Room, Willard Straight Hall
Lesson TBA
FAQ
Do I need experience or a partner?
No. Our lessons are designed for dancers with no previous experience and we rotate partners throughout. Most people come by themselves.
How much does it cost?
Nothing! Lessons and social dancing are free.
Who can come?
Everyone. We're a graduate student organization, but our events are open to undergraduates, faculty, staff, and the Ithaca community.
What should I wear?
Whatever you're comfortable moving in. We recommend flat shoes that you can turn in.
Can I come for just part of the night?
Yes. Come for the lesson, the social dance, or both.
Dance etiquette
Dancing is a joyful experience! We prioritize all dancers’ safety and comfort. Please review this guidance before participating in Swing Syndicate social dances.
Consent
- Anyone may ask for a dance, regardless of their preferred dance role or gender identity.
- Anyone may decline a dance. No explanation is needed.
- Clearly ask a partner to dance, and respectfully accept if they do not wish to.
- Ask for clear consent before performing close-connection moves, such as Balboa or blues.
Connection
- Be considerate. Do not dance in ways that are painful or uncomfortable for your partner. If asked, respectfully adjust your connection style.
- You are free to stop dancing at any time. No one is obligated to dance an entire song.
Floor craft
- It is both dancers’ responsibility to prioritize safety. Be aware of your surroundings.
- Acknowledge and apologize if you or your partner run into someone.
Hygiene
- Come to Swing Syndicate events clean and scent-free. Be prepared to freshen up as needed.
Dips, lifts, and aerials
- Do not do aerials during Swing Syndicate events. Our dance floors are not safe for these moves.
- Do not do large lifts or jumps. Dancers performing risky moves will be asked to stop.
- Always ask your partner for consent before doing dips, small lifts, or small jumps.
Our events also follow the Cornell Student Code of Conduct.
About
We teach swing dancing to Cornell students and the Ithaca community. Our lessons cover dances made for swing jazz, including Lindy Hop, Charleston, Shag, Balboa, and blues.