Learn how to dance the Charleston with this beginner friendly course! Intro to Partnered Charleston Wednesdays, 1st-22nd August 8:30-9:30pm at Dance Studio Leeds cost: £30 for the 4wk course A course that will get you dancing this energetic dance everywhere you go. We'll give you a good number of moves and the technique to social... Continue Reading →
Course Schedule
We've just updated our course list through December! Here's what we have in store for the rest of the year! Fundamentals Course (Wednesdays 6:30-7:30): Our very popular Fundamentals Course runs back to back with a new course starting each month! Appropriate for complete beginners or anyone who wants to really solidify their basics. You can find... Continue Reading →
Couch to Hellzapoppin’
You've probably heard of "Couch to 5k" right? Here at Swing Dance Leeds we have our own version with dancing instead of running. This will be the second year we've done it. We think it's a bit special so we wanted to shout about it a bit this time! Maybe you've got a wedding coming... Continue Reading →
Our Next Fundamentals Course starts 9th May!
Lindy Hop 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. For a whole list of reasons why partner dancing is good for you click here or just take our... Continue Reading →
Why You Should Learn Lindy Hop
Here are just a few reasons why we think everyone should learn Lindy Hop: Partner dancing is good for your brain! Studies have shown that partner dancing can reverse the signs of ageing in your brain and help prevent dementia. Physical touch is good for mental health Apparently we are living through a crisis of... Continue Reading →
What is Lindy Hop?
Maybe you've seen it on tele or you've heard friends talking about it but what is this Lindy Hop dance?? Lindy Hop is a social partner dance that was first popular in the US from the 1920s-40s. It is the original "swing dance" and is usually danced to swing music. The dance had a revival... Continue Reading →
Booking now for 7th March Fundamentals Course!
Learn how to Lindy Hop with Swing Dance Leeds! Its a vintage dance craze that's really catching on, a super fun way to get fit and make friends without even really trying. Give it a go and see what all the fuss is about! Learn the basics of Lindy Hop in just one 4-week course!... Continue Reading →
Book now for our February Fundamentals Course!
Its time to dance, dance, dance! Is your New Year's resolution to learn to dance, get fit, or make new friends? You can do all of this and more with our Fundamentals Course! We will teach you the basics of Lindy Hop in just one 4-week course! This course will give you a solid foundation... Continue Reading →
January Courses are SOLD OUT!
Thank you to all of you lovely people who've put dancing at the top of your list of things to try in 2018! Our January courses are now FULLY BOOKED. If you missed the boat this month don't worry! We have more great courses scheduled throughout the year. For those that are new to Lindy... Continue Reading →
Happy New Year from Swing Dance Leeds!
We hope you've all had a wonderful break over Christmas and are ready for a fab year of dancing in 2018! We've got loads already lined up for you... so here's a summary of all our Courses, Classes and Workshops coming up in the next few months: Courses: Fundamentals Course - 10th January Fundamentals Course... Continue Reading →