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Workshops

The Swing Dance Company organises a wide variety of dance workshops throughout the year. There are  workshops in more advanced steps, other partnered swing styles such as lindy hop, balboa and collegiate shag, solo dances like tap and jazz routines such as The Shim Sham and the Jitterbug Stroll. Taster sessions in other dance styles also take place from time to time, previous bookings have included hip hop, ballet, and cha-cha-cha!

MINI COURSES STARTING W/C 8th March for three weeks

We are pleased to announce the details of this term's Mini Courses. We have a mixed bag of solo and partner dances for you to try.

Each course lasts 3 weeks and costs £20 in advance.

Old Favourites
We know how popular the classic swing dances are so we have three mini courses offering an introduction to Lindy Hop, Tandem Charleston & 1920s Charleston. For more info, choose your course and click on the link at the bottom of this newspost

New Mini Courses
We are excited to introduce a brand new solo stroll called the 'Swing & Soul stroll' It's never been seen before in the area and but we'd love everyone to learn it! Danced to soul classics like 'Heard it on the grapevine' it's sure to go down a storm. Our aim is to get a huge stroll going at the Blues Brother, Soul Sister dance on the 16th April in Portsmouth. To book, scroll down and click on the link.

Check out utube and watch Debbie demonstrating the steps:
http://www.youtube.com/user/bpgarvey#p/u/0/VwkxyJtvKfE

Also to tempt you we have Brooke & Debbie teaching the famous Chris & Ola routine from Strictly Come Dancing, watched and loved by millions. They will teach you the steps to this wild 1920s charleston routine. This dance will take you right back to the era. Perhaps you could use it at the Gangsters Ball on 27th March!
Watch the routine here: http://blog.fjgirls.com/ola-jordan-and-chris-hollins-win-strictly-ome-dancing-2009/

Click on the links below to book your place. Numbers limited.


MONDAY BOGNOR : 8/15/22 March 8.30-9.30pm Swing & Soul Stroll http://www.theswingdancecompany.co.uk/calendar/view_event.php?id=280&eDate=1268006400

TUESDAY DRAYTON: 9/16/23 March 8.45-9.45pm Chris & Ola Routine
http://www.theswingdancecompany.co.uk/calendar/view_event.php?id=282&eDate=1268092800

WEDNESDAY WHITELEY: 10/17/24 March 6.40-7.30pm Swing & Soul Strollhttp://www.theswingdancecompany.co.uk/calendar/view_event.php?id=281&eDate=1268179200

WEDNESDAY HIGHFIELD: 10/17/24 March 6.45-7.45pm 1920s Charleston
http://www.theswingdancecompany.co.uk/calendar/view_event.php?id=283&eDate=1268179200

WEDNESDAY CHANDLERS FORD: 10/17/24 March 8.00-9.00pm Intro To Lindy Hop
http://www.theswingdancecompany.co.uk/calendar/view_event.php?id=284&eDate=1268179200

WEDNESDAY SWANMORE: 10/17/24 March 7.30-8.30pm Intro To Tandem Charlestonhttp://www.theswingdancecompany.co.uk/calendar/view_event.php?id=285&eDate=1268179200

Workshop Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I need a partner? Any workshops featuring strolls are solo dances so do not require a partner. All other dance styles are partnered. Why not post a message on the forum, or ask others at your local dance class if you are looking for a partner.

What level are the classes aimed at? Most workshops are aimed at beginner level, but we also run intermediate /improver or advanced level classes, for which you should already be comfortable with the basics. Please see the specific workshop details, as this will contain further details on level.

Is the venue easy to get to, and will there be enough parking? Yes! We hold workshops in venues with ample parking. The Event Calendar will have the full postal address of the venue.

Do I need to bring anything? Your dance shoes, a bottle of water, and if you are staying to do several workshops, you may want to bring a small towel and change of top, and some nibbles to keep you going!