Classes

Swingsters Classes
Swing Dance Classes from Swingsters

Our classes are fun, friendly & high quality with 20 years of experience teaching beginners, performers and other teachers. We also run private sessions for individuals, couples & groups.

April 2026


Courses & Classes 2026

Tuesday eve SoulSwingJazz

Higham

SoulSwingJazz + Jive Classes

Wednesday afternoon SoulSwingJazz

Jazzumba

Jazzumba Swing Den
Jazzumba Swing Den

Higham hop
Higham Hop

Higham Hop

Higham Hop SoulSwingJazz

Swing/Jive 1 Swing/Jive 2
Higham Hop
Tuesday Night Swing Dance Classes

with Swingsters

Come for the moves, stay for the music. Let’s make Tuesday nights swing!


Wednesday eve swing classes in Bedford

Swingsters Swing Den Bedford

Swing Den Weds Bedford

Spring Courses & Classes

Swing Fever
Swing Fever

8-Week Beginner Swing Dance Experience

Ready to try something new this spring? Whether you’ve never danced before or want to brush up on the basics, this uplifting 8-week course will get you moving with confidence, rhythm, and that feel-good swing vibe.

COURSE INFO

Start Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026
Course Dates:

May 13, 20, 27 • June 3, 10, 17, 24 • July 1

Time: 8:15 – 9:00pm
(Doors open at 8:00pm – please sign in upstairs)

Price: £72 per person
(Payment via BACS)

Perfect for complete beginners or anyone wanting to revisit the foundations of swing in a fun, supportive setting.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Over 8 weeks, you’ll build the skills and confidence to enjoy social dancing while learning:

Essential swing steps and signature shapes
Musicality, timing, and natural flow
Partner connection and lead/follow techniques

Playful footwork with vintage-inspired style

Confidence to step onto the dance floor anywhere

All delivered in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere full of energy and encouragement.

BONUS PERKS
Private WhatsApp group for support and connection
Weekly recap videos to keep you on track

Helpful rhythm tips and practice ideas
Ongoing encouragement from your instructors and group

Plus:
£8 entry to Planet Swing at Wixams (Thursdays)
Enjoy dancing to a live band and try out your new moves in a real social setting!
WHY JOIN SWING FEVER?

Get fit while having fun
Meet like-minded people and grow your social circle
Boost your mood and confidence
Learn a timeless dance style you can enjoy anywhere
COME AS YOU ARE
No partner?

No problem! We rotate partners during class so everyone gets a chance to learn, connect, and improve together.

Join a friendly community led by:
Mike & Mel, John & Shelley, and the Swingsters Crew

BOOK YOUR SPOT

Email: dance@swingsters.co.uk

What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
A drink
A big smile

Catch the rhythm, feel the joy, and let’s make Spring 2026 Swing!


Spring Drop in classes 2026

Improvers 1

8:15-9pm – move on from the basics

You will need to know 6 & 8 count Lindy Hop/Charleston

Improvers 2

9-9:45pm – Get a real challenge
Lindy Hop Improvers+ – more challenging….everything!
Improvers 2 = £10


Planet Swing Thursdays

Thursday eve Balboa Swing Dance classes + live bands

Planet Swing Wixams
Balboa Swing Dance
Balboa Swing Dance

Balboa class 7:15-8pm

March 4 wk Course

Plus! High quality live music to dance and / or listen to every Thursday!


Health and safety

▪ We would prefer everybody to be double vaccinated
▪ We prefer that you wear a mask only on arrival
▪ Ideally you will take a rapid flow test prior to attending any class or event
▪ We will take temperatures on arrival and require you to sanitize hands
▪ Bubble and rotating dancers will be in separated areas in class
▪ We will maintain a one-way system at class, sanitizing in between
▪ All our venues are well ventilated and will be sanitized before arrival


Private classes

Theses include first dance sessions as well as specialist one on one / two on two tuition and custom choreography

We are available for private lessons on:

Wednesdays 1:30pm till 6:30pm

Thursdays 4-6pm

Weekends – contact us to check for availability

Book a private today if you:

  • Want to get to grips with the basic footwork and go over the fundamentals and shapes in a private environment
  • Have your own agenda for a first dance or performance
  • Would like to prepare for an event workshop or as a great way to get back into ‘the swing’ of dancing and ready for courses
  • Would like to be assessed by teachers of a high skill level with 20 years swing dance experience and given practical expert tips and exercises to help you create better dance form rhythm posture presentation style projection etc
  • Would like to connect better with a partner and or the music

First Dance Lessons
First Dance Lessons