The new year is an excellent time to try something new. If you're thinking about having a go at partner dancing we've got the perfect course for you! Swing dancing is a great way to get active, learn a new skill and meet a fabulous bunch of people. Why not give it a go? Learn... Continue Reading →
2020 Wednesday Courses!
Our 2020 line up is out! Put these dates in your diary folks. All of these courses are 8:30-9:30pm at Dance Studio Leeds. We'll also have Lindy Hop Fundamentals running alongside these courses on the same dates in the 6:30-7:30pm slot. 8 Jan - 29 Jan Intro to Partnered Charleston 5 Feb - 26 Feb... Continue Reading →
The Ultimate Christmas Gift
Have you asked for experiences instead of things this year? Do you want your Christmas shopping to support local businesses instead of corporate greed? Then look no further! Swing Dance Leeds Gift Vouchers tick all the boxes! Locally SourcedAll NaturalZero wasteCarbon NeutralFamily FriendlyGluten Free We can do gift vouchers for Wednesday Courses, Hot Charleston workshops... Continue Reading →
California Routine–Are you up for the challenge?
Our last course of the year is a very special one--we'll be teaching the California Routine! AÂ classic lindy hop routine, choreographed by the legendary Frankie Manning, it draws on all of the fundamentals of lindy hop, including 6 beat, 8 beat and Charleston footwork. Once you know this routine, you will see it everywhere! Most... Continue Reading →
Add Some Fun to Your Life
When was the last time you rolled down a grassy hill or stomped in a puddle or made up a silly song? These days we all find ourselves spending far too much time working and planning and networking and generally adulting and we forget to make time to just have fun! At Swing Dance Leeds... Continue Reading →
Couch to Hellzapoppin’
It's that time of year again when we ask the dancers of Leeds to show us what you've got! It's time for the Couch to Hellzapoppin' Challenge and this year we've got badges! Here's how to play: Start off with our Fundamentals Course. This is a 4 week introductory course that runs Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 at... Continue Reading →
Science Says Learn to Dance!
It seems like every few weeks a new article is published with scientific studies demonstrating various health benefits of dancing. The latest article making the rounds states "researchers interviewed 1,000 people and found that often those who were dancing not only reported feeling happier, but also more satisfied with their lives, especially in relationships, health, and the... Continue Reading →
Is Lindy Hop for You?
Lindy hop is becoming more and more popular these days. Whatever the reason we'd love to see more people give swing dancing a try. Our Fundamentals Course is a great way to start
It Don’t Mean a Thing….
You know it don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing...If you're ready to move beyond just executing moves this is the next step. Join us this May and learn to EXPRESS YOURSELF with our Musicality Course! Musicality Course Wednesdays; 1st - 22nd May 8:30 - 9:30pm at The Dance Studio Leeds £32... Continue Reading →
How to Create a Welcoming Atmosphere for New Dancers
We love that lindy hop is a bit of a niche hobby, a little too geeky and involved to appeal to the mainstream perhaps and that suits us just fine BUT we also love having new people to dance with. So how can we make sure that those that do work up the courage to... Continue Reading →
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