Hi everyone,
Glad to see many of you had an enjoyable time in our regular classes as well as weekend socials, from Bal brunch to The Bright Street Band, and also those who gave it a go at our taster with Southpaw Company. We are always welcoming new beginners, whether you are just curious about swing dance, wish to make friends, or simply want to have fun and move to great music.
Shag and Lindy Hop are back tomorrow! Doors open at 7pm, with social dancing until 10:30pm. Details below.
Another head-up, from next Monday, 27th April, a Fundamentals & Beginners in Balboa program will run with a block of 4 every other Mondays during our regular class. It will be a great place to learn the basic moves from scratch, especially to anyone who are newly to this dance or haven’t danced for ages, help you to build a good foundation in balboa. No need reservation, everyone welcome. Details below, and feel free to ask us tomorrow.
Here’s what’s happening in and around Newcastle:
24th April – DIY Ceilidh
DIY Ceilidh is a Newcastle based folk-dance collective. Their wild ceilidh nights with a focus on inclusivity and self-expression, beloved ceilidh classics sitting alongside less known European folk standards, creating a dynamic dance night that flows between the old and new. 🔗Details
24–26th April – Northallerton Balboa Workshop & Social dance
Email info@alljazzedup.com for details and tickets.
1-3 May Swing Revolution at Leeds
University of Leeds Swing Society presents a full weekend of classes, socials, live music and lots and lots of swingouts! Live music from Tessa and the Applejacks! 🔗Details
5–7th June – Summer Tyne Swing
Less than 7 weeks to go – and spaces are filling fast! The following places are still available:
Balboa: 5 leads / 5 followers
Lindy Hop (Int/Adv): 6 dancers
Lindy Hop (Improver): 8 dancers
Collegiate Shag: 7 leads (urgently needed – followers are waiting!)
Social Passes also available – enjoy all 3 evening socials plus a lunchtime performance, all with live bands.
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