Swing Tyne🎉 75% of tickets are now sold for Slow-Bal weekender!
Current availability:
🟢 Leads – Available (no waitlist)
🟢 Lead & Follower couples – Available (no waitlist)
🟡 Followers – Small waitlist
If you’re thinking of joining, grab your ticket before they’re gone—we can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!
Hello everyone!
Looking ahead to next Monday, we’ll be running Lindy Hop & Shag classes for beginners and improvers. Doors open at 7pm. No booking or partner needed, just come. Newcomers are always welcome to come along and try it out for free of charge.
If you have a birthday during that week and would like a birthday jam during the social dance (where the birthday person dances in the centre of a circle while different partners take turns joining in throughout the song), please don’t be afraid to ask to us or the DJ on the night. We’d be thrilled to celebrate with you through dancing. 🥳🥳
To mark the end of June, don’t forget to join some of the fabulous events👇:
27th June – Bal Brunch
Join us for our monthly fast-tempo social dance, hosted by Geoff and Mim at Holy Hobo, from 14:30–18:00. Dedicated to lovers of Balboa and Shag, this event is the perfect place to enjoy great music, lively dancing, and a welcoming community. Newcomers are always encouraged to join and experience the joy of swing dancing. To celebrate their SUMMER MADDNESS theme, dress in your most colourful, vibrant, or outrageously fun outfit! 👉Details
27th June – House of Black Gardenia
With support from Magpie of Swing, House of Black Gardenia will be bringing live music to the outdoor terrace at the Cumberland Arms from 2pm. Join them for a relaxing afternoon with live music, dancing, and good company in the open air. Everyone is welcome! 👉 Details
28th June – Social dance at Carlisle
Join them every other Sunday for free social swing dance event in Carlisle! Music for all range of jazz, 7pm-10pm, Friendly community and beautiful venue. Everyone is welcome. 👉 Details
💥November 27th – 29th – Slow Bal on Tyne – weekender💥
We’re excited to present a weekend dedicated to Slow Balboa. We’re delighted to welcome Carolin and Iacopo, whose passion for elegant movement, musicality, and thoughtful teaching will guide us as we explore a blend of original Slow Balboa vocabulary and timeless classic movements, helping dancers deepen their technique and expression. This weekender is designed for improvers+, and is limited to 40 dancers due to venue capacity. Tickets go on sale at 6pm. 👉 https://swingtyne.dancecloud.com/dance/39872
See you all soon! 💃🕺
Hello everyone!
Tomorrow is our very own Balboa Beginner/Improver Day Workshop, taught by Graeme & Sarah. This workshop is ideal for anyone looking to strengthen their fundamentals, and is particularly designed for those who have completed one of our Beginners Balboa 4-week block over the past two months. Grab your last-minute ticket now: 👇
Looking ahead to next Monday, we’ll be running Lindy Hop & Balboa classes for beginners and improvers. We’ll also be starting a new Beginners Balboa 4-week block, perfect for anyone completely new to the dance style. The course will cover all the fundamentals from the ground up, gradually building your moves and skills over the four classes.
No reservation or partner needed. Newcomers are always welcome to come along and try it out for free. 👇
We’ve got plenty happening over the next few weekends, so be sure to mark in your calendars 👇:
20th June – Cumbria Swing Dance Summer Party
Join them to celebrate the summer solstice at their big summer social, with fabulous live band THE LOUNGE LIZARDS, and dance the night away. DJ sets suitable for Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, and more. 👉 Details
21st June – Magpies of Swing
Apart from regularly playing at ST, Magpies of Swing is also playing that Sunday night at The Globe, and there will be space for dancing – though please look out for each other as the floor might be crowded. 👉 Details
27th June – Bal Brunch
Join us for our monthly fast-tempo social dance, hosted by Geoff and Mim at Holy Hobo, from 14:30–18:00. Dedicated to lovers of Balboa and Shag, this event is the perfect place to enjoy great music, lively dancing, and a welcoming community. Newcomers are always encouraged to join and experience the joy of swing dancing. To celebrate their SUMMER MADDNESS theme, dress in your most colourful, vibrant, or outrageously fun outfit! 👉Details
27th June – House of Black Gardenia
With support from Magpie of Swing, House of Black Gardenia will be bringing live music to the outdoor terrace at the Cumberland Arms from 2pm. Join them for a relaxing afternoon with live music, dancing, and good company in the open air. Everyone is welcome! 👉 Details
💥November 27th ~ 29th – Slow Bal on Tyne – weekender💥
We’re excited to present a weekend dedicated to Slow Balboa. We’re delighted to welcome Carolin & Iacopo, whose passion for elegant movement, musicality, and thoughtful teaching will guide us as we explore a blend of original Slow Balboa vocabulary and timeless classic movements, helping dancers deepen their technique and expression. This weekender is designed for improvers and above, and is limited to 32 dancers due to venue capacity. 👉 Details
See you all soon! 💃🕺
Hello everyone,
We’re still on a high from an incredible Summer Tyne weekend! We’re delighted that the event was such a success, and we hope you’re all carrying home plenty of wonderful memories from a fantastic few days of dancing, live music, and community.
We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks once again to the Weekender Committee, our volunteers, everyone who lent a helping hand, and, of course, our wonderful Swing Tyne community. Your enthusiasm, warmth and support what make events like this so special.
But don’t let the swungover stop you dancing—there’s plenty more to come 👇👇
Our regular Monday classes return next week, featuring both Lindy Hop and Shag for beginners and improvers. Newcomers are always welcome to come along and try it out for free. Doors open at 7pm, with social dancing continuing until 10:30pm.
We’ve got plenty happening over the next few weekends, so be sure to mark in your calendars 👇👇:
13th June – Cullercoats Festival
Cullercoats Festival brings visitors and local communities together through a vibrant programme of arts, crafts, music, dance, and family-friendly activities. Be sure to check out the festival programme, which includes free taster sessions in Salsa, Blues, and Tango… as well as opportunities for social dancing after classes. 👉 Details
13th June – Alright for Dancing at Penrith
A welcoming social evening featuring a diverse mix of tempos. The focus is entirely on enjoying the music and grooving the night away in a judgement-free environment. All levels are welcome to join us for a fun, friendly night on the dance floor! 👉 Details
13th June – Hoodoo Blues Monthly Party
Join them for a fun night of dancing to live blues from Anders. Beginner-friendly dance class, then dancing until midnight. Live music from Anders, a Newcastle-based guitarist and singer who draws on a wide variety of styles from pre-war blues, early jazz, country, and soul. 👉 Details
14th June – Swing Out at Cluny
Join us for a free swing dance taster class, then swing out to a live set from Front Porch Band, plus DJs playing the hottest jazz music from the 20s – 50s. Non-dancers welcome. The bucket and card machine will be on site to take cash and card donations toward the band, pay as you feel. 👉 Details
14th June – Venus Beach Club
After Swing Out at Cluny, why not pop to Billy Bootleggers to enjoy a mix of swinging soul, rocking rhythm & blues, jump jive. Music kicks off around 5pm. 👉 Details
20th June – Balboa Beginner/Improver Workshop
Our very own ST day workshop is designed for everyone who has taken our Fundamental/Beginners Balboa block of classes over the past few months. It is a more intensive recap, designed to build stronger foundations and cover any class material missed. 👉 Details
20th June – Cumbria Swing Dance Summer Party
Join them to celebrate the summer solstice at their big summer social, with fabulous live band THE LOUNGE LIZARDS, and dance the night away. DJ sets suitable for Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, and more. 👉 Details
21st June – Magpies of Swing
Apart from regularly playing at ST, Magpies of Swing is also playing that Sunday night at The Globe, and there will be space for dancing – though please look out for each other as the floor might be crowded. 👉 Details
27th June – Bal Brunch
Join us for our monthly fast-tempo social dance, hosted by Geoff and Mim at Holy Hobo, from 14:30–18:00. Dedicated to lovers of Balboa and Shag, this event is the perfect place to enjoy great music, lively dancing, and a welcoming community. Newcomers are always encouraged to join and experience the joy of swing dancing. To celebrate our summer theme, feel free to dress in your most colourful, vibrant, or outrageously fun outfit! 👉Details
27th-29th November – Slow Bal on Tyne – weekender
We’re excited to present a weekend dedicated to Slow Balboa. We’re delighted to welcome Carolin and Iacopo, whose passion for elegant movement, musicality, and thoughtful teaching will guide us as we explore a blend of original Slow Balboa vocabulary and timeless classic movements, helping dancers deepen their technique and expression. This weekender is designed for improvers and above, and is limited to 32 dancers due to venue capacity. 👉 Details
See you all soon! 💃🕺
Hello dancers!
Summer Tyne Swing is kicking off TOMORROW, we can’t wait to welcome everyone joining us from near and far! Please refer to the information pack for all event details, including timings and locations.
If you’ve still got some energy left after the weekend, our regular Monday classes will be here for you, featuring Lindy Hop and Balboa👇👇!
This Monday also marks the final class in our current 4-week Fundamentals block. Wondering what comes next? Our Balboa Beginner/Improver Workshop is the perfect opportunity to recap everything you’ve learned so far, strengthen your foundations, and continue building new skills and confidence on the dance floor.
And the dancing doesn’t stop after our great weekender! We’ve got plenty more happening over the next few weeks, so be sure to get those dates in your calendar👇👇:
13th June – Cullercoats Festival
Cullercoats Festival brings visitors and local communities together through a vibrant programme of arts, crafts, music, dance, and family-friendly activities. Be sure to check out the festival programme, which includes free taster sessions in Salsa, Blues, and Tango… as well as opportunities for social dancing after classes. 👉 Details
13th June – Hoodoo Blues Monthly Party
Join them for a fun night of dancing to live blues from Anders. Beginner-friendly dance class, then dancing until midnight. Live music from Anders, a Newcastle-based guitarist and singer who draws on a wide variety of styles from pre-war blues, early jazz, country, and soul. 👉 Details
14th June – Swing Out at Cluny
Join us for a free swing dance taster class, then swing out to a live set from Front Porch Band, plus DJs playing the hottest dance music of the 1920s, ’30s, ’40s and ’50s – big band swing, jazz manouche, jumpin’ jive, rockin’ rhythm ‘n’ blues. Non-dancers welcome. The bucket and card machine will be on site to take cash and card donations toward the band. Pay what you feel. 👉 Details
20th June – Balboa Beginner/Improver Workshop
Our very own ST day workshop is designed for everyone who has taken our Fundamental/Beginners Balboa block of classes over the past few months. It is a more intensive recap, designed to build stronger foundations and cover any class material missed. 👉 Details
20th June – Cumbria Swing Dance Summer Party
Join them to celebrate the summer solstice at their big summer social, with fabulous live band THE LOUNGE LIZARDS, and dance the night away. DJ sets suitable for Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, and more. 👉 Details
21st June – Magpies of Swing
Apart from regularly playing at ST, Magpies of Swing is also playing that Sunday night at The Globe, and there will be space for dancing – though please look out for each other as the floor might be crowded. 👉 Details
27th June – Bal Brunch
Join us for our monthly fast-tempo social dance, hosted by Geoff and Mim at Holy Hobo, from 14:30–18:00. Dedicated to lovers of Balboa and Shag, this event is the perfect place to enjoy great music, lively dancing, and a welcoming community. Newcomers are always encouraged to join and experience the joy of swing dancing. And since it’s summer, feel free to dress in your most colourful and outrageous outfit! 👉 Details
See you all tomorrow! 💃🕺
Hello dancers!
We’re back to our usual Monday with two dances across two venues, featuring Lindy Hop + Shag. Doors open at 7pm, with social dancing ends at 10:15pm. Full details are in the poster below.
The next few weeks are packed with wonderful events — the perfect way to kick off the summer. We can’t wait to dance with you all!
30th May – Bal Brunch
Join us for our monthly fast-tempo social dance hosted by Geoff and Mim at HOLY HOBO, 14:30–18:00. This event is a dedicated space for Balboa and Shag enthusiasts, yet we warmly welcome newcomers looking to join the community and experience faster swing rhythms.
👉 Details
31st May – Tea Dance at the Glasshouse
Enjoy a free afternoon of live music, dancing, and timeless classics at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music. Performed by Sinfonia of London, the programme features music made famous by legends such as Glenn Miller and George Gershwin. Everyone is welcome — whether you want to dance, listen, or simply enjoy the atmosphere.
👉 Details
5–7th June – Summer Tyne Swing
It’s just one week to go until our most exciting weekender! Let’s get ready and celebrate together.
The info pack has been sent to your email, where you’ll find everything you need to know before the weekend. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch — we can’t wait to welcome you all soon!
Your last chance to grab your ticket before it closes at midnight.
🎟️ Full pass: https://swingtyne.dancecloud.com/dance/38519
🎟️ Social pass only: https://swingtyne.dancecloud.com/dance/39378
13th June – Hoodoo Blues Monthly Party
Join them for a fun night of dancing to live blues from Anders. Beginner-friendly dance class, then dancing until midnight. Live music from Anders, a Newcastle-based guitarist and singer who draws on a wide variety of styles from pre-war blues, early jazz, country, and soul.
👉 Details
14th June – Swing Out at Cluny
Join us for a free swing dance taster class, then swing out to a live set from Front Porch Band, plus DJs playing the hottest dance music of the 1920s, ’30s, ’40s and ’50s – big band swing, jazz manouche, jumpin’ jive, rockin’ rhythm ‘n’ blues. Non-dancers welcome. The bucket and card machine will be on site to take cash and card donations toward the band. Pay what you feel.
👉 Details
20th June – Balboa Beginner/Improver Workshop
Our very own ST day workshop is designed for everyone who has taken our Fundamental/Beginners Balboa block of classes over the past few months. It is a more intensive recap, designed to build stronger foundations and cover any class material missed.
👉 Details
20th June – Cumbria Swing Dance Summer Party
Join them to celebrate the summer solstice at their big summer social, with fabulous live band THE LOUNGE LIZARDS, and dance the night away. DJ sets suitable for Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, and more.
👉 Details
21st June – Magpies of Swing
Apart from regularly playing at ST, Magpies of Swing is also playing that Sunday night at The Globe, and there will be space for dancing – though please look out for each other as the floor might be crowded.
👉 Details
See you on the dance floor! 💃🕺
Hello dancers!
Next Monday, 25th, is a bank holiday, so ST will continue with just one venue: Balboa at Summerhill – improver class followed by beginner class. During our beginner class, we’ll carry on with our foundational block – make sure you don’t miss it! Details are in the poster below.
The coming weeks are set to be busy:
22nd May – Rob Heron and The Tea Pad Orchestra at Billy Bootleggers
Free tonight? Come down to Billy’s for Newcastle’s finest honky-tonk swing rockabilly! Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra will bring their signature swing across two free 45-minute sets. The band is based in Newcastle but hails from across the UK.👉 Details
23rd May – Cumbria: Saturday Night’s Alright For Dancing
A welcoming social evening featuring a diverse mix of tempos perfect for Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa, and Collegiate Shag. The focus is entirely on enjoying the music and grooving the night away in a judgement-free environment. All levels are welcome to join us for a fun, friendly night on the dance floor!👉 Details
30th May – Bal Brunch
Join our monthly fast-tempo social dance hosted by Geoff and Mim at HOLY HOBO, 14:30–18:00. This event is a dedicated space for Balboa and Shag enthusiasts, yet we warmly welcome newcomers looking to join the community and experience faster swing rhythms. 👉 Details
5–7th June – Summer Tyne Swing
It’s just under 2 weeks to our biggest festival in a decade! We have over 220 dancers arriving from near and far, so let’s get ready and celebrate together.
Stay tuned to your email – you should begin receiving important notices. Please contact us if you don’t.
Haven’t grabbed your ticket yet? Don’t miss out!
🎟️ Full pass🎟️ Social pass
13th June – Hoodoo Blues Monthly Party
Join them for a fun night of dancing to live Blues from Anders. Beginner-friendly dance class, then dancing until midnight. Live music from Anders, a Newcastle-based guitarist and singer who draws on a wide variety of styles from pre-war blues, early jazz, country, and soul.👉 Details
20th June – ST Balboa Beginner/ Improver workshop
Our very own balboa day workshop is designed for everyone who has taken our Fundamental/Beginners Balboa block of classes these past few months. It is a more intensive recap, designed to give more foundation and cover any class material missed.👉 Details
20th June – Cumbria Swing Dance Summer Party
Join them to celebrate the summer solstice at our big summer social, with fabulous live band THE LOUNGE LIZARDS, and dance the night away. DJ sets suitable for Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston and more.👉 Details
21st June – Magpies of Swing
Apart from regularly playing in ST, Magpies of Swing is also playing on that Sunday night at The Globe, and there will be space for dancing – though please look out for each other as the floor might be crowded.👉 Details
See you on the dance floor! 💃🕺
Hello dancers,
Apart from reminding you about tomorrow’s Lindy Day workshop (as mentioned in our earlier email), we’d also like to keep you updated on next Monday and the following weeks’ events.
We hope you all enjoyed the fabulous performance from Magpies of Swing earlier this week. Next Monday, we will be back to our Shag + Lindy Hop classes at the usual time and place. Details are in the poster below.
As summer approaches, mark down some dates to plan ahead:
23rd May – Cumbria: Saturday Night’s Alright For Dancing
A welcoming social evening featuring a diverse mix of tempos perfect for Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa, and Collegiate Shag. The focus is entirely on enjoying the music and grooving the night away in a judgement-free environment. All levels are welcome to join us for a fun, friendly night on the dance floor!
👉 Details
30th May – Bal Brunch
Join us for our monthly fast-tempo social dance hosted by Geoff and Mim at HOLY HOBO, 14:30–18:00. This event is a dedicated space for Balboa and Shag enthusiasts, yet we warmly welcome newcomers looking to join the community and experience faster swing rhythms.
👉 Details
5–7th June – Summer Tyne Swing
Our very own weekender is counting down in 3 weeks time! Check out our social media for posts introducing our teachers and bands, as well as testimonials from our members about their experiences. Many thanks to our friend Jane Jeffreys for her dedicated work on these. And please share this event with any friends who might be interested in the final few tickets.
Anyone who has bought a ticket should have received an email with an invitation to the WhatsApp group chat. The group chat hasn’t opened for conversation yet, but if you didn’t receive the WhatsApp invitation, please let us know. Our info pack will be out very soon.
🎟️ Full pass
🎟️ Social pass only
13th June – Hoodoo Blues Monthly Party
Join them for a fun night of dancing to live Blues from Anders. Beginner-friendly dance class, then dancing until midnight. Live music from Anders, a Newcastle-based guitarist and singer who draws on a wide variety of styles from pre-war blues, early jazz, country, and soul.
👉 Details
20th June – Balboa Day Workshop for New & Improving Dancers
Our very own ST day workshop is designed for everyone who has taken our Fundamental/Beginners Balboa block of classes these past few months. It is a more intensive recap, designed to give more foundation and cover any class material missed.
👉 Details
20th June – Cumbria Swing Dance Summer Party
Join them to celebrate the summer solstice at our big summer social, with fabulous live band THE LOUNGE LIZARDS, and dance the night away. DJ sets suitable for Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston and more.
👉 Details
21st June – Magpies of Swing
Apart from regularly playing in ST, Magpies of Swing is also playing on that Sunday night at The Globe, and there will be space for dancing – though please look out for each other as the floor might be crowded.
👉 Details
Other notes:
Our apologies for the recent gap in communication.
There is an informal Newcastle Swing Dance WhatsApp group chat. Let us know if you would like to join.
Happy dancing! 💃🕺
Hello everyone,
Our Balboa + Lindy Hop classes are on this coming Monday! Doors open at 7pm, with social dancing until 10:30pm.
Our Beginners in Balboa programme will also start this Monday during our usual beginner Balboa session, 19:30–20:10 at St. Matthew’s Church.
It’s a great place to learn the basic moves from scratch — especially for anyone new to Balboa or who hasn’t danced for ages. You’ll build a solid foundation in Balboa. First time? It’s free! No reservation needed, everyone is welcome. Details below.
Here’s what’s happening in and around Newcastle in May:
24–26 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
9 May – Hoodoo Blues
Join them for a fantastic night of blues dancing. Whether you’re new to blues or have been dancing for a while, this is the perfect place to enjoy great music, dance, and social connection. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level. Details
16 May – Beginner Lindy Hop Workshop
Summer Tyne is near, and to help you get prepared, we invite you to join our upcoming Lindy beginner workshop. This event is specifically designed for dancers with less than a year of experience who want to hone their technique and build a well-rounded skillset — as well as anyone interested in trying out a new role in partnership. Details
23 May – Cumbria: Saturday Night’s Alright For Dancing
A welcoming social evening featuring a diverse mix of tempos perfect for Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa, and Collegiate Shag. The focus is entirely on enjoying the music and grooving the night away in a judgement-free environment. All levels are welcome to join us for a fun, friendly night on the dance floor! Details
30 May – Bal Brunch
Join us for our monthly fast-tempo social dance hosted by Geoff and Mim at HOLY HOBO, 14:30–18:00. This event is a dedicated space for Balboa and Shag enthusiasts, yet we warmly welcome newcomers looking to join the community and experience faster swing rhythms. Please note that dates and times are subject to change, so stay tuned for updates!
5–7 June – Summer Tyne Swing
Less than 6 weeks to go — a couple more spaces still left. Most of the classes are well balanced, apart from Shag, where we need 5 more leads to cover the follower waitlist. Whereas if you buy a couple of tickets, there is no waitlist.
Grab your last-minute tickets here, or help spread the word to your friends.
Others note:
We have some members sharing their testimonials about their time at Swing Tyne, to help new dancers and dancers from other regions get a glimpse into our scene, so they feel more confident to join our classes and visiting from out of town to our Summer Tyne. Head to our social media — Facebook or Instagram — to check them out!
If you know of any other dance events happening around the region, let us know! We’d love to help share them widely with the community.
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.
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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