Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Sugar Swing offers dance classes and dance events. The primary goal of Sugar Swing is to encourage a social atmosphere and to promote a warm, welcoming environment for all people. Sugar Swing is open to anyone - no partners required, no dance experience necessary, and no age boundaries!

Who's Teaching You?

Birkley Wisniewski

B.Sc. Engineering

In short, Birkley is a swing dance enthusiast who really cares about your progress and the swing dance scene in Edmonton. He has been teaching for 5 years, has travelled beyond Edmonton for countless swing and jazz workshops, private lessons, and camps across North America. In his spare time, Birkley practices new moves, studies old dance clips, and DJs swing music. As a teacher, you'll find that Birkley is very helpful and friendly - he is very personable, explains concepts clearly, enjoys technique, and keeps the classes running smoothly.
birkley(at)sugarswing.com

Julie Kiraly

B.A. Honours Drama

Julie Kiraly has been an avid lover of all things swing since 2002. Over the past 5 years she has shared her love of Lindy Hop, Charleston, and Vintage Jazz with anyone and everyone, teaching workshops and classes in Edmonton, Calgary, and Saskatoon. With an impassioned sense to learn, she has travelled to various cities across the world for swing dance training. Highlights include Lindybout in Vancouver (2007, 2008), Herrang Dance Camp in Sweden (2007), Lindyfest in Houston (2007), and Camp Jitterbug in Seattle (2003-2006). Julie is fun and enthusiastic in class and loves to make her students laugh.
julie(at)sugarswing.com

Julie and Birkley have performed at numerous events in Edmonton and have taught swing at other dance schools and for various organizations and groups here. If you are interested in hiring us to perform or teach, please contact us!

Dance Exploits of Birk and Julie

Taught for Inspiration Weekend in Calgary, February 2008; Choreographed 2 routines for U of A International Week, January 2008; Taught for Shilo's Dance Studio in Stoney Plain, October 2007; Performed at the T3 Big Band Annual Concert in Edmonton, April 2007; Performed for Rollanda Lee and Her Canadian Hot Stars Jazz Band, August 2006 & 2007; Performed at The Alberta Tatoo at Rexall Place Edmonton, July 2006.

Krystal Moss

B.A. Videography & Design

Krystal Moss is known as being sweet and shy, though you wouldn't know that if you met her at any swing dance! Her creativity, smile, and moves really shine up the dance floor; her love for the people and the dance makes her welcoming and attentive. You'll take one class from her and want to come back. Besides being a great instructor, Krystal created the "Swingin' Edmonton" video on the homepage, takes care of our inquiries and registrations, and runs Sugar Foot Stomp events!
krystal(at)sugarswing.com

Jason Kiraly

B.Sc. Student

Jason has been a staple of Edmonton's swing dance scene for several years and his desire is to see it grow and flourish. His dance background includes lots of travel for swing workshops, DJing for several years, and teaching for Swing-Out Edmonton. Brother of Julie Kiraly, Jason shares some of the same traits and values of being quick to learn and to help!
jason(at)sugarswing.com

Our People

Birkley founded Sugar Swing, and is the president of the club. He ensures everything runs smoothly, and organizes many events and ventures. If you have ANY questions, problems, or suggestions relating to the club, you are encouraged to contact him directly.

Julie co-organizes the Sugar Foot Stomps, organizes workshops for the Edmonton dancers, and does a lot of teaching and dancing. She's very approachable and really great!

Krystal Moss is our everything girl... She co-organizes the Sugar Foot Stomps, handles lesson registration, teaches, and does whatever else needs doing.

Finally, you are the reason that we exist. Without your respect and support, we would not be able to function. Because of this, Sugar Swing strives to be innovative, and wants to address all your concerns. We do our best to ensure that the quality of service you receive is better than any other dance club around.

Our Sister Club

Swing-Out Edmonton is a university-based swing club that has now existed for several years. You will likely see Sugar Swing promoting their events, and them promoting ours, as we work together to build a vibrant dance community.