Dance in west chez Rythmes & Cie

Dance In West is a West Coast Swing association based in Bordeaux, offering weekly classes at different levels alongside regular social dancing and organised events. The organisation runs beginner classes, intermediate and competition-level training, making space for dancers at all stages to develop.

The association hosts regular social dancing nights and organises two flagship events each year: the Love & Swing (Le LOVE), described as the major West Coast Swing weekend in Bordeaux, held each winter and drawing dancers from across France and beyond for three days of dancing, social time and progression; and the Spring Break, a weekend focused on enjoyment and community. Both events emphasise fun and connection alongside dancing.

Weekly classes run throughout the year, with a new intake in January and a rentrée (start of season) in September. The association invites newcomers to test classes during the open-doors week at rentrée. Instructors include Aurore, Romain, Camille and Raph. The organisation describes West Coast Swing as a partner dance that is adaptable to any music and can be danced anywhere, positioning it as accessible and fun for those seeking a social, original style of dancing.

Classes are held at Studios Rythmes et Cie in Bordeaux and also at a location in Le Haillan. You can contact the association by phone or email, and they maintain a presence on Facebook and Instagram.

If you are new, you can attend any class during the open-doors week in September or the January intake, or contact them directly. Classes are structured by level: beginner, intermediate and competition-focused. Social events and weekend breaks happen regularly throughout the year.

Instructors include Aurore, Romain, Camille and Raph, who lead classes at different levels and also direct the weekend events.

The association runs dedicated beginner classes and runs open-doors weeks in September and January to help newcomers try the dance.