HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT SBR?
Here’s a list of the most common SBR questions and answers. If we missed yours, feel free to ask us through our Contact form.
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- Four nights of social dancing
- All workshops (based on your level of dance knowledge), including specialty workshops
- All-Star track (if you qualify)
- Continental Breakfast from 9am – 11am Saturday and Sunday
- Pizza party
- Ability to enter all relevant contests (entry fees apply)
- Free parking at the Hyatt
- Not included – Premium Pro
- Intensives (add’l fee applies)
3 special workshops open only to those who qualify to dance in All-Star based on the WSDC points system. These workshops are offered at no extra cost.
Post your request in the Swingle Bell Rock Roomies, Rides and Strictlies group on Facebook to connect with other dancers.
Each competitor may enter only one skill level Jack & Jill competition (Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, All-Star, Champions). You may enter Sophisticated or Masters and dance in a different role if you meet the age requirements to do so.
In the Strictly Swing Divisions you have many options to dance that include:
Dance in a skill level, and an age level division (stay in the same role or switch roles in different contests, up to you!)
Dance in your current WSDC skill level Strictly AND find a different partner next level up (or down) and dance with them (stay in the same role or switch roles in different contests , up to you!)
Dance in two different skill level strictlies, with different partners, AND an age level division (stay in the same role or switch roles in different contests, up to you!). Example: Novice, Intermediate and Sophisticated.
SBR wants you to have the opportunity to dance and compete as much as you like! How does this work? We believe in the honor system, and we ask that you assign yourself FAIRLY when entering a skill division that isn’t matched with your current WSDC points. You do not need to submit a petition if you believe it is fair for you to dance in the division that is not your regular WSDC skill level.
Our rules state:
“It is the Organizer’s goal to encourage all competitors to assign themselves to a FAIR and APPROPRIATE classification using the honor system. If you do not feel comfortable dancing within these qualifications, please petition (see https://swinglebellrock.com/rules.html for details).”
NOTE: You cannot enter the SAME Strictly contest in both roles. i.e. dance with one partner as a leader and a different partner as a follower in Intermediate Strictly.
We are always here to help, so if you have any questions, please contact us.
Competitors must check in at the staging area 15 minutes before your contest begins, there are no competitor meetings. It is recommended that you be in the ballroom at the start of each block of competition in case the Chief Judge makes any changes to the running order.
Please check the schedule, it differs for different contests.
At least 35 years old on the last day of the event.
At least 50 years old on the last day of the event.
Not presently. Anyone who is at least 14 years old on the final day of the event may compete in the regular leveled Jack & Jill or Strictly contests at their appropriate skill level.
Yes! You are allowed to dance in any role you please in the following divisions:
- Strictly Swing (All divisions)
- Jack & Jill contests
- Pro-Am Jack & Jills
Our Switch Role J&J requires that you switch roles multiple times within the duration of each dance
If you have any questions, please contact us.
A fun, open-level contest, with close to 100 entrants in the past. You must be able to both lead and follow to enter. During all dances, in prelims and finals you will be required to switch roles with your partner multiple times. Other than that, this contest will look like a regular J&J, with multiple partners in prelims, and one partner in finals.
We ask that you assess your skill level fairly, using the following as a guide. If you find material particularly challenging, but don’t want to leave the class, we suggest sitting on the side and observing the lesson, so as not to hold your fellow students back.
level 1: basic patterns, concepts & fundamentals
level 2: requires skills, technique & fluid basics
level 3: must have extensive knowledge, skills & abilities
It is best to contact them directly, as we do not control their schedules over the weekend so cannot confirm their availability. You can message them on Facebook, check if they have a website and contact them via their site, or if these methods don’t work, you can email [email protected] and we will put you in touch.
Shirts will be on sale all weekend in the vendor area. We recommend buying one as early in the weekend as possible to ensure you get the size you want!
Go to the Vendor page to see information about this year’s vendors!
Yes! Our farewell dance starts at 7:00pm and runs until around 3am. The dance is included with your weekend pass. Non-passholders are also welcome ($20 cover charge).
Yes, we have day passes available at the door. They cannot be purchased ahead of time.
See Pricing info.
Friday & Saturday evening passes (after 7 pm) are available at the door. They are for social dancing only, no workshops are included.
See Pricing info.
What a great way to expose more people to West Coast Swing! Spectator passes are available at the door (no dancing, no workshops). If your family or friends want to come see you dance/perform, they will need this pass to enter the ballroom.
See Pricing info.
You are free to record anything you like. If posting online, please use #SwingleBellRock.
Yes, we have arranged complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel for all attendees.
Lost and found items will be at the DJ booth through 6pm Sunday. After that, contact the hotel directly.
