Swing Dance Leeds is teaching taster classes this weekend at Underneath the Stars Festival! Underneath the Stars is a fantastic family-friendly festival and we are really excited to be returning! On Sunday 23rd July, we'll be teaching a swing dance workshop, which will be followed by a dance with music provided by the David Broad... Continue Reading →
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Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #40!
This fortnight's variation is &1! Here's a useful little variation that you can use on its own or in combination with other variations! Also useful for when you end up on the 'wrong' foot!
Classic Moves Course – 2nd August
There are so many awesome Lindy Hop moves, we wish we could learn them all! In this four week course we'll teach you some of the most classic ones, including the Texas Tommy, Switches and more. The aim of this course is to spend a good amount of time learning how to do these classic... Continue Reading →
Next Fundamentals Course starts 2nd August!
Swing dancing is becoming more and more popular and it is showing no signs of slowing down. It is a fantastic way to get fit, learn a new skill and meet a fabulous bunch of people. Why not give it a go? Learn the basics of Lindy Hop in just one 4-week course! This course... Continue Reading →
M&S Archive – Rock around the Frock Event
Free on Saturday 8th July? Join us for a day celebrating the 1950's at the M&S Archive and their Rock around the Frock event! The 1950s: Glamour came bouncing back and M&S embraced the optimism of the decade bringing new fabrics and the New Look to the high street. Join us for rock'n'roll dance classes,... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #39!
This fortnight's variation is The Hang Out! With a little counterbalance, you can add this sweet variation to your collection!
Classes in Leeds over the Summer
Some of the classes in Leeds take a break over the summer. Here's what's happening with the ones we know about, so you know where to get your dancing fix! Mondays - Swing Jive Leeds Moortown Social Club Classes continue every Monday throughout Summer (except August Bank Holiday Monday) Tuesdays - Balboanorth/Backroom Balboa Moortown Social... Continue Reading →
Shim Sham & Tranky Doo Workshops!
By popular demand we're running Shim Sham and Tranky Doo workshops in the coming couple of months! First up, learn the absolutely classic routine all Lindy Hoppers should know - The Shim Sham! Saturday 15th July 3:30 - 5:30pm The Dance Studio Leeds £8 drop in No experience necessary The Shim Sham is an awesome... Continue Reading →
Footwork Variation of the Fortnight #38!
This fortnight's variation is the Reverse Triple! Who says triple steps are boring?! Change up your footwork with a reverse triple step!
Booking now for 2nd August Fundamentals Course!
Swing dancing is becoming more and more popular and it is showing no signs of slowing down. It is a fantastic way to get fit, learn a new skill and meet a fabulous bunch of people. Why not give it a go? Learn the basics of Lindy Hop in just one 4-week course! This course... Continue Reading →