Hustle

Hustle was born in the streets and basement parties of the Bronx during the 70s. We often associate it with flashing lights, spinning records, and dance floors that never cooled down. It's fast, powerful, and ridiculously fun. The music is upbeat, the moves are flashy, and the spins? Endless. Hustle is one of the easiest partner dances to get started with, but it's also a rabbit hole. The deeper you go, the more addictive it gets. Think Studio 54 energy, but on a Thursday night with your friends.

What a class looks like

We start with the count. Hustle lives on a rhythm that runs against the music in a way that feels wrong until it clicks, so we spend real time there before anything else. From there we work through the connection and vocabulary. Turns, wraps, the constant push and pull that gives the dance its momentum. We give plenty of practice time and rotation so you dance with different people. Classes run about 75 minutes and finish with open practice.

Do you need a partner?

Nope! Most people show up solo. Rotating partners is standard in partner dance classes, and it's better for everyone. You end up learning the movement itself instead of one person's habits. We'd love for you to bring a friend, but there's no need.

What to wear

Anything you can move comfortably in. Smooth soled shoes help, since dancing often involves pivots and a sticky sole works against you. Proper dance shoes can wait.

Hustle in Vancouver

Vancouver has one of the strongest hustle scenes outside of New York. There are weekly socials, pop ups around the city, and Hustle Van Jamme, one of the largest hustle events in the world. It's big enough that there's always something happening weekly and also close enough that people know each other, so a new face gets noticed in a good way. Our progressive series aim to get you ready to dance at these socials so you don't miss out on the fun.