There was a time when the Swishers Dance Club had to cap its membership at 130 people, but the coronavirus pandemic and other factors have now left the group on its back foot, with 30 people keeping the club alive. Despite the impact, members anticipate a rebound to former glory in the months ahead.

Club president Lavonn Peters said COVID-19 played a significant role in hitting the group’s membership. While membership is holding steady, the group attracts non-members to their dances as well. And those numbers give the members a sense of hope, leading them to foresee their numbers increase again, especially when members look fondly on past enjoyment found on the dance floor.

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