The Space

10/16/2026

100% of profits from tonight’s west coast swing dance will go directly to support those affected at Silver Rail Elementary.

This is also our open invitation to come be with community. Showing up authentically and supporting each other is one of the most important things we can do in times like this.

07/30/2026

🚨Studio safety reporting is now live! 🚨

Check out our code of conduct and safety report options online at https://thespacebend.com/code-of-conduct.

The more we grow the more awareness we have around making sure everyone's experience is safe and enjoyable. This is a way to make it accessible and comfy to report an uncomfortable incident, and promote everyone following the code of conduct. Questions? Feel free to message us!

(NOTE: submitting a report does not mean any specific action will be taken necessarily. This can be as simple as setting up a conversation to make sure we are all on the same page. Reporting is a valid and healthy way of promoting safe community interactions!)

Explore our Code of Conduct to promote community safety rules, learn dance floor etiquette, and ensure inclusive dance events at The Space.

05/20/2026

Back to our regularly scheduled programming! Join us for so many fun activities this weekend.

New to west coast swing? This is your sign to come learn with us! No partner, preregistration, or social footwear needed. Just drop in - $12 cash or Venmo and we’ll walk you through the basics!

Westie hangout is at - Thursday at 5pm! Come hangout and get to know your Westie fam before class. 🤏🤏🤏

04/30/2026

Do you love taking dance lessons at The Space? Help us win Best in Dance Lessons!

(voting is easy - and your vote would mean the world to us! Thanks for the support, always!)

Official 2026 Community Voting Awards Platform for Bend, OR. Where the community votes for their favorites every year.

04/24/2026

Central Oregon brides: this is for you!

➡️ Send this to a couple getting married this spring! ⬅️

Announcing a 2-part workshop to get you ready for your first dance! You’ll learn wedding swing: a dance built on elegant shapes, connection, and just enough structure to make you feel confident (never stuffy!).

$55 per couple - registration is live now! 🥳🍾

Learn to dance for your wedding in easy, self paced, online classes!

01/30/2026

We are standing with the nation-wide strike today. 🚫🧊
Half of all class & social proceeds will go to the legal efforts to help those affected by the unlawful actions of ice.

We are dancing tonight because joy and community are more important than ever!

6pm | beyond the basics
7pm | intro to west coast swing
8pm | social dance

01/20/2026

The Space has a (much needed, overdue) project to accomplish and we'd love your help!

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We have the big goal of installing a real, plumbed water fountain and bottle filler at the studio this year. This is a goal that will get you fresher, better, easier to use water system and help us avoid the back-breaking labor of carrying 5 gallon jugs.

Every little bit counts and we so appreciate your support in accomplishing this goal! Thank you so much for the continued support as we make this studio a comfy place for you to enjoy.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-space-install-a-new-water-fountain

- Elizabeth & James

Help The Space install a proper fountain/bottle filler! We've operated … Elizabeth Wyke needs your support for Help The Space Install a New Water Fountain

12/20/2025

Message us to create & purchase a gift certificate today! 🪩

Whether for you and a loved one to experience together, or to give to a friend, you can't go wrong with the gift of joy, movement, new skills, and supporting local small businesses! 🫶

Some of our favorite options:

🎄Wedding dance lessons for the 2026 couple in your life!
🎄West Coast Swing New Student Special: $99/person, includes 6 group classes and one private lesson
🎄Private Lessons: $70-90
🎄Group Classes: $12/person

12/17/2025

This week at The Space!

- Westie Hangout! Thursday at 5pm at The Bite - all are invited!
- Olivia's annual Extra Fun (TM) Birthday Class!
- Friday night's annual holiday party! (Invite your friends to intro to WCS!)
- Saturday totally FREE workshop streaming in Jordan and Tatiana! (assume level 3+)

We can't wait to see you all weekend for festive fun. ❄️

11/25/2025

This week at The Space - no classes on Thursday, but we'll see you for classes & social on Friday night.

New to west coast swing? Come check out Friday at 7pm! No partner or preregistration needed - just come ready to learn some new skills in a fun environment. Your first dance class doesn't have to be intimidating!

We'll see you soon.