Where to Find Peter
Peter Teaches Balboa with Jennifer Barnett in Philadelphia and New York City
Shake off the winter chill and get moving as Peter Flahiff teams up with Jennifer Barnett to teach Balboa in Philadelphia and New York City! These workshops are the perfect way to warm up your feet and your spirit, diving into the close-contact elegance, smooth footwork, and playful energy of Balboa. With Peter and Jennifer’s expert guidance, dancers of all levels can refine their technique, improve musicality, and enjoy the joy of Swing dance—leaving the winter blues behind and stepping onto the floor with confidence and style.
Location: TBA, New York City
Cost: TBA
Boston Workshops with Peter Flahiff and Ruth Evelyn
Peter Flahiff and the legendary Ruth Evelyn are joining forces to offer dynamic workshops exploring a variety of Swing Era dance styles. From the high-energy improvisation of Lindy Hop to the smooth elegance of Balboa, and beyond, these workshops are designed for dancers of all levels. With their combined decades of experience, Peter and Ruth provide expert guidance, practical tips, and fun, engaging instruction that helps participants improve technique, musicality, and partner connection—all while celebrating the joy and history of Swing dance.
Location: TBA: Boston, MA
Cost: TBA
Corvallis Swing Dance Society’s 16th Anniversary: Collegiate Shag Workshops with Peter Flahiff
Come learn Shag with world-renowned dancer and teacher, Peter Flahiff! Collegiate Shag is a classic partnered swing dance that originated in the 1930s and has a history similar to other jazz and swing era dances, such as Charleston, Lindy Hop, and Balboa. The dance is known for its buoyant and joyful style, perfect for the lively energy of swing music!
Then be sure to join us for an evening of dancing to live music from the Hot Loving Jazz Babies!
Location: Corvallis Odd Fellows: 223 SW 2nd Street | Corvallis, OR 97330
Cost: $25 for one workshop, or $40 for both (does not include evening dance)
Private Lessons All Week in Edmonton
Peter Flahiff will be offering private dance lessons all week in Edmonton, providing a unique opportunity for dancers of all levels to receive personalized guidance from one of the most respected instructors in the swing community. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique, explore Lindy Hop, Balboa, Collegiate Shag, or work on partner connection, Peter tailors each lesson to your goals and skill level. These private sessions are a rare chance to learn directly from a seasoned teacher whose coaching, insight, and passion have helped shape some of today’s top dancers.
Location: TBA
Cost: TBA
Dance Event Featuring Jonathan Doyle’s Swing Band at Quilcene Lantern
Before Jonathan Doyle’s band cranks up the tunes for a night of dancing at Quilcene Lantern on the Olympic Peninsula, Peter Flahiff will lead a lively drop-in lesson to get everyone moving and grooving. Known for his approachable and inspiring teaching style, Peter will guide dancers of all levels through Swing Era steps, helping them warm up, build confidence, and get ready to hit the floor when the music starts. It’s the perfect way to learn something new, connect with fellow dancers, and set the stage for an unforgettable evening of live music and dancing under the Lantern’s charming lights.
Location: Quilcene Lantern 7360 Center Road | Quilcene, WA 98506
Cost: $25
Drop-in Lesson: Peter Flahiff
Fridays at Cloudland Dance
Come dancing every Friday night in Redmond for our weekly dance, with the hard swinging music and soulful tunes adored by swing dancers around the world.
New to swing dancing? No problem! Take the Intro Drop-In Lesson from 8:30-9:00pm with Peter Flahiff and/or Lauren Smith, then dance the night away from 9:00-11:30pm to the swingin’ tunes by Peter!
Location: Gotta Dance 17945 NE 65th St #100 | Redmond, WA 98052
Cost: $15, (Student discount: $10 with valid student ID)
Music: DJ Peter Flahiff
New Year’s Eve Performance at Benaroya Hall’s Jazz Revival
Dress to impress and join the Seattle Symphony and The Hot Sardines for a jazz revival party at Benaroya Hall as we close out 2025 in style! Directly following the concert, stay for our New Year’s Eve party in the Samuel & Althea Stroum Grand Lobby with dancing, champagne and revelry as we count down to midnight and ring in 2026 together. The festivities include free swing dance instruction and performances by the Peter Daniel Band, the incomparable Peter Flahiff and the Benaroya Hoppers, led by national swing dance champion Robin Harrison.
Location: Benaroya Hall: 200 University Street | Seattle, WA 98101
Fridays at Cloudland Dance
Swing outs, sugar pushes, quick stops, oh my! Join us every Friday night for our swing dance where top flight djs will bring you the hard swinging music and soulful tunes adored by swing dancers around the world.
New to swing dancing? No problem! Take the Intro Lesson from 8:30-9:00pm with Peter Flahiff and Lauren Smith, then dance the night away from 9:00-11:30pm to the swingin’ tunes by Peter!
Location: Gotta Dance 17945 NE 65th St #100 | Redmond, WA 98052
Cost: $15, (Student discount: $10 with valid student ID)
Music: DJ Peter Flahiff
Holiday Ball at Cloudland Dance with Live Music from The Cloud Drops
It’s our annual Holiday Ball with LIVE MUSIC from the Cloud Drops!! We’re having whole extra hour of dancing, festive treats, photo booth, gingerbread house contest, and much more!
The holidays are also a season that hits the needy extra hard. We love our Seattle community and want to do our part do give back. In that spirit, we’re hosting a canned food drive and home goods/clothing donation. Please only donate items in clean/good condition!
Swing outs, sugar pushes, quick stops, oh my! Join us every Friday night for our swing dance where top flight djs will bring you the hard swinging music and soulful tunes adored by swing dancers around the world.
New to swing dancing? No problem! Take the Intro Lesson from 8:30-9:00pm, then dance the night away from 9:00-11:30pm
Location: Gotta Dance 17945 NE 65th St #100 | Redmond, WA 98052
Cost: $20 Pre-sale Tickets on Sale, (Student discount: $15 with valid student ID)
Live Music: The Cloud Drops