The rhythmic pulse of swing music is making a major comeback, and La Farge, Wisconsin is stepping up with some of the most vibrant Lindy Hop scenes in the Midwest. Whether you're looking to perfect your swingout or just starting your jitterbug journey, these local hotspots will have you dancing like it's the Savoy Ballroom in 1938 (with 2025 flair).

1. Kick & Shimmy Swing Society

Nestled in downtown La Farge, this collective of swing enthusiasts offers classes that blend traditional Lindy with contemporary styling. Their "Swing from Day One" program guarantees you'll be social dancing by your third lesson. Thursday night social dances feature live bands monthly.

  • Founder Dakota Miles trained under Frankie Manning protégés
  • Weekly progressive classes + weekend intensives
  • Vintage-meets-modern aesthetic in their Art Deco studio

2. Driftless Swing Academy

What this school lacks in urban polish it makes up for in authentic energy. Housed in a converted barn just outside town, their "no frills, all thrills" approach focuses on musicality and connection. Perfect for dancers who want to focus on fundamentals before flashy moves.

  • Specializes in lead-follow dynamics
  • Monthly "Swing in the Round" workshops with rotating partners
  • BYOB (Bring Your Own Bowtie) policy for their quarterly speakeasy nights

3. The Lindy Loft

La Farge's premier destination for competitive Lindy Hoppers, this third-floor studio above the historic opera house offers advanced styling workshops and performance training. Their competition team has placed at national events three years running.

  • Spring-loaded maple dance floor (easier on the knees)
  • Weekly "Solo Jazz & Shim Sham" add-on classes
  • Pro shop with custom-made swing dance shoes

Pro Tip: Many schools offer "bring a friend" discounts, and most welcome complete beginners. The Lindy Hop community here is famously welcoming—don't be surprised if experienced dancers ask you to dance during social events!

From barn dances to ballroom competitions, La Farge's swing scene proves this 1920s Harlem-born dance has found surprising roots in Wisconsin's driftless region. Where will you start your Lindy journey?

P.S. Watch for the annual La Farge Lindy Explosion every August—three days of workshops, dances, and performances that transform the whole town into a swing lover's paradise.