If you live in Austin you will end up at a dance hall eventually, and most people stand at the edge because nobody taught them the two step. Dance halls run beginner lessons, but a swap gets you someone who grew up dancing, one on one, before you ever get on a crowded floor.
What a two step swap looks like
Session one is the basic step, leading or following, and one turn, then a real song. Most people are comfortable on the floor after two or three swaps. Many partners will meet you at a dance hall for the first real night out, which is the whole point.
Who is swapping two step in Austin
People who grew up in Texas dance halls, swing and country dancers, and a few instructors. They want French, Spanish, website help, Excel and cooking.
Trades we are matching for two step dancing
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Questions about two step dancing swaps
What does the first two step dancing swap cover?
Usually the basic step, how to lead or follow, and one turn, then a real song. After that you and your partner decide what to work on next.
How much do two step dancing lessons cost on Swapfolk?
Nothing in money. You trade a skill you have for two step dancing. Paid sessions may be an option later, but the trade is the core of Swapfolk.
Where in Austin do two step dancing swaps happen?
Wherever the two of you agree: a coffee shop, a park, a kitchen, a gym, a studio, or on video. Most swaps meet somewhere central, east or south, and the form asks which part of Austin you are in so matches are close.
What can I trade for two step dancing?
Anything you are good at. The people offering two step dancing on Swapfolk have asked for french, languages, marketing help, cooking and music, but every list is different. Put what you know on the form.
When does Austin open?
Austin opens at 30 founding members. The counter on this page shows how many spots are left, and everyone on the list by then gets premium free for life.