Midtown Stomp Swing Dancing

Peter Petty and his Titans of Terpsichore… say what?! Our group of friends visited on a Friday night for east coast swing lessons followed by open floor dancing with this live jazz band!
Very comfortable atmosphere, despite the body heat — fans on blast, doors wide open, and limited seating. Everyone was still so friendly and outgoing. I was really surprised to see an even amount of ladies and gentlemen in attendance! All ages are welcome and you can buy discounted tickets online or packages through Groupon. I think refreshments are available for purchase and the attire can be casual/​dressy. Don’t use your GPS for directions, it’s located in an industrial area and you’ll have to enter into the parking lot to find a small folded sign.
This was a wonderful experience and we hope to come back for more live music soon!

Good clean FUN! Everyone here is so nice. I was a beginner and took the free lesson. We made a huge circle in the room because there were so many people and everyone I asked said it was their first time. We switched partners a lot and everyone was so open to meeting new people and having fun. When the lesson was over the floor filled with newbies and experienced dancers. People were always asking new people to dance. It was very comfortable and didn’t at all feel like a pick up joint most of the crowd was in their teens and early 20s. But all ages were dancing together. I went for my birthday so I got in free and my group got $ 2 off each. They had a couple of performance routines, but mostly it was free swing dancing all night long. Our night was dj’d– I’d love to go when they had a live band. Not alcohol served which was great to keep it good, clean fun. There had to be at least 200 people there. it’s mostly a young crowd — a place I wish existed when I was younger– but any age is welcome and would feel comfortable. Awesome place!

I love it here! We went here for date night last Friday and it was so much fun! The 8pm class is a must if it’s your first time. It was very easy to follow and instructors were fun. We were allowed to stay with our own partners that we came with or rotate partners around, whatever you were comfortable with. After the dance class, they have dancing the rest of the night. Definitely coming back here!

Last night was my first time ever trying swing dance. It was solo much fun: D in the beginning we had a lesson, which helped later in the night when we had free dance with the live band.
You have to step out of your comfort zone to go and ask people to dance with you sometimes, but everyone is so friendly it makes it easy. I had a lot of people ask me to dance and I asked a lot of people to dance and no body said no. Same with my friends.
There are a lot dancers of all different skill levels so have no fear of trying something new.
There is a small snack bar that sells water and snack like food.
As for attire:
Guys can wear pretty much anything but nothing too heavy because it gets hot in there. I reccomend bring a small towel if you sweat a lot.
Girls same advice as the guys pretty much anything but nothing too heavy. If you choose to wear a dress nothing super short. (I wore a knee length summer dress that didn’t show too much clevage. Under the dress I work spandex Bermuda shorts. You don’t have to wear shorts but I am just over cautious.) as for shoes nothing with super high heals, or with super grippy rubber bottoms (your feet may stick to the floor when uoi spin) I wore jazz shoes but my friends wore flats and converse which also works they didn’t complain.
That’s all the advice I can think of for now.
TTFN

This was so much fun! The dance instruction was broken down to basic moves to where I could easily follow. We rotated partners, practiced the basic steps, and finally learned some turns. High schoolers, college aged kids, and a few older retired people frequent this place a bit more than the 25 – 35 crowd. But, I went with a big group of people in their 20’s and 30’s (about 30) and bridged the age gap a bit. Definitely, just a dancing venue with great dance instruction.

First time coming to the place and I gotta say most wonderful experience I had and also got to learn how to swing dance. Very friendly community and staff. Never knew such a place existed in sacramento. Most definitely coming back to this place for the next lesson. If anyone is looking for something new to do and meet awesome people, this is the place!

Fun, lively environment. Instruction is easy to follow, and instructors are cheesy but fun. Mix of live band and DJ play. Good mix of patrons; the crowd seemed very welcoming. Good for singles or groups.

Going dancing is a love/​hate relationship for me. While I love to get my groove on, I hate the way it reminds me of how little coordination I have. That’s why this place is awesome! If you come early at 8pm, there’s one hour of free lessons included with your entrance ($ 12 when we came). After 9pm, there’s a live band & and open dance floor until midnight or so. The lessons are just ok, there’s a huge group of people standing around the gymnasium like room & just one couple demonstrating moves. You couldn’t see too well & didn’t have much room to practice, so I don’t think I learned too much. But as the night went on, I think I slowly got the hang of it & it was pretty fun. The band was great & people watching was the best! There are so many talented swing dancers out there! Come just to watch if anything — there’s nothing wrong with being a wallflower!
After a fews hours I felt like I was at a high school dance. There were so many younger girls dressed up all cute & gossiping in the bathroom. The room did get really hot so bring some cash to buy some water & snacks in the lobby!

This is my favorite thing to do on Friday nights!
The music is fun and upbeat, the bands are usually awesome, and the people are friendly!
Even for those who don’t know how to swing dance yet, there is a free lesson provided before the dancing starts, which is helpful.
What I love about this place is that it is just good, clean fun!

What a hoot… this place is fun!

I’ve been coming here for about a year and a half, and I love it.
You have the option of signing up for one of the series classes, (which start at the beginning of every month), or you can just show up an hour before the social dancing for the super-​basic lesson. I recommend the series classes, as it costs only slightly more that your basic door charge and you are shown techniques that put you out on the dance floor faster. If you sign up for their Facebook page, you can easily get class updates.
When I first started attending this, I had a little difficulty finding people to dance with, but when people get used to you, that goes away. Bring your own entourage… that always helps. Great for a date night:)
I love the old building, (although there is talk of moving to a newer facility in a few months). The bathrooms are pretty gross, as is kinda typical with old plumbing. I would love explore in there, but they lock up other rooms tight.
If you get there early, street parking is available out front, but if not, parking a couple blocks away in the hospital parking structure is $ 1 and hour, but if you wait til 11 pm to leave, you don’t have to pay; just wait for the guy in the booth to leave.
Once or twice a month there is a live band, and they are always awesome. You can dress up or be casual. They have special deals for birthdays, I’ve heard.
I love the feel of mid-​town and this venue is a wonderful part of it.
There is always a security guard right outside the door which is great because there a lot of homeless roaming around, as well as bars one block over, on J Street, (Harlow’s, Blue Cue, etc.).
This is an alcohol free event; the swing dance crowd is not a drinking crowd. It took me awhile to believe this to be true, but it is. They have a basic snack bar, (no coffee), but I always bring a bottle of water in my purse. Chevron gas station is right around the corner when I need a coffee fix or a late night hot dog.
Would definitely recommend it.
Note: When I wrote this review Midtown Stomp was located at 2719 K Street. It has since moved to a less historically charming neighborhood. The previous comments I made about nearby parking, bars and the location of a midnight hotdog have become obsolete :(

Fun place to go with a large dance floor.

The midtown stomp is a casual swing dancing venue with live bands every other week. It only operates on Friday nights. You entry fee comes with a free hour long lesson starting at 8pm. The instructors, while cheesy, are very good and if you pay attention and give it a chance you will learn the basics easily!
The crowd here ranges from 15 year olds to 80 years olds all looking for some clean wholesome fun. There is no alcohol served at the midtown stomp and in all honesty it is one of my favorite things about it! I hate that every activity you do nowadays has «getting wasted» built in to ensure that you have a good time! You will have an amazing time at the midtown stomp without having one drink! It is just hands down a fun environment! The crowd is relaxed and laid back! Anyone will say yes to dancing with you whether they are bad or good so don’t be afraid to ask!
The talent that they bring in on the live music night is definitely worth mention too! I have seen some of the most amazing musicians preform here! The nights that there is not live music the events are DJd. Again the music selection is exceptional.
If you are looking for a clean and wholesome way to spend a Friday night but still want to have a ton of fun come to the midtown stomp, alone or with a date and be prepared to have the night of your life!

Awesome swing-​dance instruction and subsequent dancing-​fun!
SITREP
An excellent environment to watch the best in swing-​dancing as well as make great associations and friendships.
SETUP
On Friday nights, this is the go-​to place to get your swing-​on. What I like about the swing-​dance environment in Sacramento is how connected it is. I see a lot of the same people at Club 21 for Swing Tuesdays and at the Ballroom off of Folsom Blvd.
All of these connections make for a great Sacramento-​swing scene that cross-​promotes and feeds local energy into the Swing-​dance scene.
THE LOWDOWN
Midtown Stomp Swing Dancing is a the best place to get your «swing on» every Friday night!

Yay!!! Swing Dancing!!! I really enjoyed my experience here. The instructors were funny and very patient with the class. I am not a novice to swing, but had been a long time so I appreciated how slowly they went through the steps.
I came on a Friday night and used a Living Social deal, so I’m not sure what the regular cost is. The lesson was from 8 – 9 and open dancing started after that. I left around 10:30 and the place was still hopping. There was a snack bar that sold candy, ice cream, sodas and most importantly water!
Once the dance started I was amazed at how friendly everyone was. Even those who came with a partner took time to dance with people who came alone. People were having fun. It didn’t feel snooty — beginners were given the same respect as the more experienced dancers.
The building was very unique. It is an historic building with a large dance floor and stage upstairs. Unfortunately, no air conditioning, though. :(I can’t wait to come back and see a band play!
Most of the people are generally mid-​town hip — wearing 40s style clothing. Great people watching opportunity! Most of the girls wore dresses and guys wore slacks, but I get the feeling that anything goes.

Always a fun crowd! The dance instructors at the open lessons are amazing. And I’m thinking of signing up for the other sessions. Great exercise!
On Friday nights there is an open lesson from 8−9pm then open dancing until midnight. The prices are reasonable for cover and the lesson ($ 12 at most on live band nights from what I’ve seen). Bring cash!
The site (Eastern Star Ballroom — 27^th &K)) is the perfect venue. An older building with historic charm, and plenty of dance space. They sell water, soda, and snacks too.

First off, swing dancing is wonderful! It is pretty much the only way I like to exercise. :) Swing dancing can go from the most basic steps that a beginner can pick up their first time (especially with the free beginning swing lesson you get with your admission), to the more complicated lindy hop that is intricate enough that you can dance it for years and never get bored with it.
Midtown Stomp is the most happening place to swing dance in Sacramento. Their ballroom is HUGE, they offer a wide variety of classes, and they have both DJ and live music. I always recommend this place to my friends who want to learn to dance. People from all ages go, and you don’t have to have a partner. SO much fun!
Also, no guarantees, but I DID meet my husband swing dancing. ;)

Jennifer B. (P.) and I went to see Todd Morgan and the Emblems at Midtown Stomp last week and it was a blast. There is plenty of floor space to try out your moves and the friendliest people to dance with.
As Jennifer mentioned, the beginning of the dance brought me straight back to sophomore/​junior years of high school (which I really do not want to relive), but after we moved it was nice to dance with people our age.
I look forward to going to Midtown Stomp on a regular basis. Great work out for a great price.

A friend and I came here last night for the Todd Morgan and the Emblems show.
We arrived at 9 so I can’t comment on the dance lessons but just the dancing.
At first we felt like we were at a high school dance. Everyone was really young and no one was asking anyone to dance. Eventually the place started to fill up and we moved away from the 17 year old crowd and more towards the 25+ side.
The crowd was great and the guys were very accommodating to my rusty swing skills.
The music was fantastic. These guys and gal are great and deserve a listen!
The location: I love the Eastern Star building. It is like you are blinked back in time when you step through the doors.
The parking here is… well it’s midtown, so it sucks! and walking 2 blocks in the rain is no fun! So pray you have good parking karma!
Overall this is a great spot and I can’t wait to spend some more time dancin the night away.

As far as I’m concerned Midtown Stomp is the BEST place to go swing dancing on a Friday night in Sacramento. Everyone there seems so nice and it’s a very casual atmosphere. They offer a lesson for beginners which is perfect for me.
The acoustics of the space are a bit on the echoey side but the music levels are comfortable so you don’t need earplugs.
In the summer this place can get HOT so be prepared to sweat.
My friends have made Midtown Stomp a Friday tradition this Summer and will continue to dance there frequently. If you’re new to Swing or if you’ve been dancing for awhile I think you’ll really like this place.