Swing Den Weds Bedford

Summer Courses & Classes

🎶✨ READY, SET, SWING! ✨🎶

8-Week Beginner Swing Dance Course

30th Sept – 18th Nov

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)
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💃 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Over eight enjoyable weeks, we’ll guide you through everything you need to get out on the dance floor with confidence:
🎵 Essential Swing Dance foundations
🎵 Rhythm, timing and musicality
🎵 Partner connection and communication
🎵 Lead and follow techniques
🎵 Fun turns, moves and classic swing shapes
🎵 How to dance comfortably at social events
🎵 Building confidence while having a great time
No pressure. No experience required. Just lots of encouragement and support every step of the way.
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🌟 YOUR COURSE BONUS PACKAGE
When you join Ready, Set, Swing, you’ll also receive:
✅ Weekly recap videos
✅ Access to a private WhatsApp support group
✅ Practice tips and rhythm exercises
✅ Ongoing support from your instructors
✅ Access to a welcoming community of fellow beginners
PLUS…
🎶 Special Student Offer
Enjoy discounted entry to our popular Thursday night social dance at Planet Swing, Wixams.
Just £8 entry per person and the perfect opportunity to practise your new skills, dance to live music and experience the excitement of a real swing dance night.
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❤️ WHY PEOPLE LOVE LEARNING TO SWING
✨ Meet new people and make friends
✨ Improve fitness without going to the gym
✨ Boost confidence and Wellbeing
✨ Learn a skill you’ll enjoy for years to come
✨ Have an excuse to get out and do something fun every week
✨ Become part of a fantastic dance community
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🤝 NO PARTNER REQUIRED
Come on your own, with a friend, or as a couple.
We rotate partners throughout the course, giving everyone the opportunity to learn, improve and meet new people in a relaxed and supportive environment.
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👋 YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Learn with the experienced Swingsters team:
Mike & Mel
John & Shelley
& the Swingsters Crew
Passionate about helping beginners discover just how enjoyable dancing can be.
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🎟️ Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
📧 To reserve your place email:
dance@swingsters.co.uk
Ready, Set, Swing… let’s get dancing! 🕺💃

Summer Drop in classes 2026

Improvers

8:15-9pm – move on from the basics

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

Improvers 1 class = £10

Improvers +

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

Both classes £17

Planet Swing Thursdays

Thursday eve Balboa Swing Dance classes + live bands returning from 10th Sept

Balboa class 7:15-8pm

Summer Drop in Classes –

Aug 20th popup – then weekly from 10th Sept

Smooth L.A. Style

Learn this smooth sophisticated intricate & beautiful swing dance

Perfect for all speeds of Swing & Jive music

Balboa class 7:15-8pm

Sophisticated, connected, graceful swing dancing – Californian style!

Aug: £10 drop in classes

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