Faq Category: Classes
What are Leads and Follows?
As with other social dances like Ballroom and Tango, Lead and Follow refers to the different roles in the dance. A Lead will lead each move and the Follow will follow the moves and often add embellishments.
Where’s my nearest class?
Check out our class listing and map here to find your nearest class.
What if I miss a week?
Attendance is on a casual basis. If you miss a class it doesn’t matter at all. If you miss a few weeks and you feel concerned, you may like to book yourself in for a one-on-one private lesson or join a Dance in a Day workshop. Please speak to your teachers about private classes or […]
How much is it?
Our London classes are £10 (£6 for full time university students with valid ID). If you do two classes in a night, you get the second class for half price (£5 or £4 for students). You can save money by purchasing a class card here.
I’ve got two left feet and have never danced before, can I come to class?
Absolutely! Our level 1 classes always assume no knowledge so we always start at the beginning but learn something new every week. You’ll be surprised how much you can learn in an hour. You might want do one of our Dance in a Day workshops to complement your classes as that will help you with […]
Can I only dance with the person I came to class with?
Our classes teach people how to dance socially and part of the learning process is dancing with the other students in class. We find people progress much quicker when they learn to dance with multiple people and you can always practice with your friend outside of class! If you are taking up dancing for a […]
When can I start? Do I need to book in advance?
You can join in at any time. There is no need to book or register — just turn up! Level 1 (Beginner Swing Dance) classes are like pieces of Lego and over time all the building blocks come together. We recommend attending Beginner classes until you’ve really got it under your belt (about 3-4 months). […]
Do I need a partner?
Absolutely not! We rotate the class right through the lesson, so bringing a partner is not necessary.
What do I wear for class?
We recommend anything comfortable that you can move around in. We would also suggest wearing layers as it can get quite hot swing dancing. Most people come straight from work and do not bother changing though it’s wise to bring a change of top with you for the journey home. For footwear, we recommend flat […]