08/24/2026
NEW SATURDAY DATES ARE OUT!!
Reminder that Saturday swing classes at Black Swan are every other Saturday so be sure to keep this on your calendar! Join Rachel and Brandon for an hour lesson followed by an hour of social dance!
SEE Y’ALL THERE
08/18/2026
Meet your event team!
The Return of Dr. Rhythm country swing event staff is official! Your regular instructors Rachel, Amanda, and Brandon will be joined by the one and only Taylor “Dr. Rhythm”, Devan, and Florida dancer Jake!
Joining the hype team are your ambassadors: Andra, Kasi, Sydney, and Mason! All class regulars, these dancers will be there to bring the vibes and pass along event information.
Say “HI” to these friendly faces in class and ask them to dance! Be sure to get your tickets for this upcoming event! Link in bio!
08/13/2026
Save the date! Rhythm & Roots will be hosting a unique class opportunity on Monday, September 21!
There will be no formal lesson taught this night, however we are offering a class dedicated to showcasing YOUR moves, technique, and musicality. Your favorite instructors will be there to provide feedback to level up your skills!
What to expect:
- You’ll be partnered up with a random dancer at the same skill level
-You and your partner will be given a 90-second song spotlight
- You’ll walk away with individual feedback on timing, technique, styling, and connection provided privately by instructors
Join us for our first Showcase Night to prep for our upcoming event: The Return of Dr. Rhythm! As usual, social dancing to follow!
08/10/2026
🎟️ The time has come! 🎟️
Tickets for Rhythm & Roots Country Swing event: The Return of Dr. Rhythm are LIVE!!! Grab yours today!
https://www.danceplace.com/li/nx/dEeUBkKlU4FjrvOw
The latest event details including workshops & competition schedule, as well as pricing are available within the event page.
Mark it on your calendar and make it official with tickets!
🗓️ October 17, 2026
⏰ 10am-7pm
📍 Black Swan Bar & Grill (Hilliard, OH)
07/26/2026
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT ‼️
Mark your calendars! Rhythm & Roots is hosting a Country Swing event including competitions, social dance, and workshops to improve your skillset and level up your dance!
This event will feature returning instructor favorites Taylor Oblow and Devan Schneider!
🗓️ October 17, 2026
⏰ 10am-7pm
📍 Black Swan Bar & Grill (Hilliard, OH)
Tag your friends, share with your go-to swing partner, and grab your boots! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to improve your basics, learn some tips and tricks, and show off your signature moves!
Tickets will be available August 8, 2026!
07/09/2026
Saturday dates are up! See y’all there!
07/07/2026
Meet your Rhythm & Roots Team!
Taylor, “Dr. Rhythm”
Founder of Rhythm and Roots
Guest Instructor and Judge
Pensacola, FL
Rachel, “Mama Roots”
OG Follow Instructor
Catch her every other Saturday and Sunday
Columbus, OH
Amanda
Follow Instructor
Teaches every Monday and every other Sunday
Columbus, OH
Brandon
Lead Instructor
Go-to guy for all lessons
Columbus, OH
Devan
Guest Instructor and Judge
Raleigh, NC
04/27/2026
💥 COUNTRY SWING JACK & JILL COMPETITION💥
Rhythm & Roots is bringing the community together for a night you don’t want to miss 🤠🔥
🗓 May 11
⏰ 8:30 PM
📍 Crystal Ballroom
Whether you’re newer to the dance fam or a seasoned member, this Jack & Jill is for YOU — basics ARE required to enter. You’ll dance with random partners, vibe to random songs, and show off your style, timing, and connection.
✨ What to expect:
• 3 prelim songs + finals round
• Partner rotations during pre-lima, finals = same partner
• Judging on timing, technique, styling & connection with an emphasis on teamwork during finals
• NO lifts (princess dip is allowed in FINALS)
🎉 Plus: mini lesson + social dancing all night
🏆 Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
💖 FREE community event (included in Monday class cost)
And a special note — this is Taylor’s last local event before heading to Florida 🥹 come dance, compete, and send her off right!
Grab your dancing shoes, bring the energy, and we’ll see you on the floor 🤍
04/05/2026
**UPDATES**
MONDAYS will now ONLY be an IMPROVER level lesson, basic knowledge is required to be successful during the class.
$12 covers both the lesson and social dance
BEGINNER lessons will be on SUNDAYS at Flannagans promptly at 5-5:30pm, social dancing / practice will go from 5-8pm with ALL levels welcome!
$10 covers the entire evening.