Swingsters.co.uk

Enhancing your Dancing since 2005

Classes – Events – Performances – Workshops

Exercise | Socialise | Energise

Welcome to Swingsters.co.uk

Your one-stop shop for Swing Dancing & much more.

For the last twenty years we have been teaching performing and running events and workshops locally nationally and internationally. Check out the site and contact us if you have any questions.

Rock Around the Costas 2027

2nd-9th Feb

Hotel Alay Benalmadena Costa Del Sol Spain

Bookings are open!

Classes & Courses 2026

Tues – SoulSwingJazz Dance fitness – Rushden

Tues – Higham Hop Beginners classes – Rushden

Tues – Higham Hop Improvers classes – Rushden

Weds – Jazzumba Dance fitness – Bedford

Weds – SoulSwingJazz Dance fitness – Bedford

Ready Set Swing 8 Wk Course 30th Sept

Weds – Improvers Swing classes weekly – Bedford

Weds – Improvers+ Swing classes weekly – Bedford

Thurs – Balboa Swing Dance classes – Wixams

Sept Balboa Course £10

Tuesdays

Higham Hop

Rushden

A fun night out at a great venue

Licenced bar – Beautiful wooden dance floor – Great Sound System – Air Con

SoulSwingJazz Dance Fitness 7-8pm

Swing/Jive Class 8-9pm

Swing/Jive Class+ 9pm-10pm

Wednesdays

SoulSwingJazz 12:30-1:30pm

SoulSwingJazz 7-8pm

Swingsters Swing Den

Bedford

Ready Set Swing 8 wk Course Sept 30th 2026

Ready Set Swing

Ever watched people swing dancing and thought, “I’d love to do that”? This is your chance!
Whether you have two left feet, have never danced a step in your life, or simply want to try something completely different, our fun and friendly 8-week beginner course will take you from complete novice to confident social dancer.
Join us for eight weeks of laughter, music, movement and new friendships as you discover the joy of Swing Dancing!
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📅 Course Starts: Wednesday 30th September 2026
Course Dates:
30th September
7th, 14th, 21st & 28th October
4th, 11th & 18th November
🕗 Time: 8:15pm – 9:00pm
(Doors open from 8:00pm – please sign in upstairs)
💷 Price: £80 per person
(Payment via BACS)

Improvers 8:15-9pm – Improvers+ 9-9:45pm

Thursdays

Planet Swing M.K. & Bedford

Balboa Classes – Aug 20th then back Sept 10th

Balboa class 7:15-8pm
Smooth L.A. Style

Learn this smooth sophisticated intricate

& beautiful swing dance

Perfect for all speeds of Swing & Jive music

Balboa classes June with Mike & Mel

Aug drop ins £10

Planet Swing M.K. & Bedford

Live music

Pop ups until Sept 10th

Aug 20th 2026

Chad Strentz & the Chad-illacs

8-10:30pm

Ready for a night packed with fantastic music, great dancing, and an atmosphere that will have you smiling from start to finish? Then make sure you’re with us on Thursday 20th Aug for an unforgettable evening featuring the sensational Chad Strentz and the Chad-illacs!

This is no ordinary band.
Chad Strentz and the Chad-illacs are a powerhouse of exceptional musicians, delivering a thrilling mix of Blues, Soul, Country, Rock ’n’ Roll and more. Expect outstanding musicianship, incredible vocals, infectious rhythms, and a dance floor that won’t stay empty for long!
A must-see live show!

Friday / Saturdays

Black Cat Friday Freestyle

Now in it’s 20th Year!!!

Friday 11th Sep 2026

DJ Mick the Knave is bringing the vibes with fab Swing tunes, mixing in a little early R’n’B, Blues, Rock ‘n Roll, Soul & Motown magic – perfect for Jive, Lindy Hop & Swing!

Saturdays

Cotton Club Bedford

The Last Chance Ragtime Band

19th Sept 2026 @ Cotton End

New Orleans style Swing for dancers and listeners alike from seasoned experts!

Sundays

27th Sep

Lincolnsfields Tea Dance

DJ Mick the Knave

Four Seasons Social Dance Bedford

11th Oct 2026 2-5pm

Argentine Tango Workshop

12:15-1:45pm

NYE 2026

We hope to be swinging out with you all very soon!

Mike & Mel

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