Swingland
Swing dance (Lindy hop, jitterbug, Charleston) classes, clubs & events in and around London (UK)
About Swingland
Swingland teaches swing dancing - Lindy hop (also known as "jitterbug" or "jive") and related dances (including East Coast "6-count" swing, Charleston, authentic jazz and more) - through regular weekly club nights (with classes), courses and workshops where you can learn and practise in a fun and really friendly environment.
Swingland is run by Martin Ellis, who has been dancing Lindy hop and jive since the late 1980s and is a former UK Lindy hop champion.
Contact Name: Martin Ellis
Dance Styles: 1940s Jive, Early 20th Century, Balboa, Blues, Boogie Woogie, Charleston, Jazz, Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop, Rock n Roll
Roles: Event Organiser, Dance Teacher, Regular Dance Classes, Wedding First Dance, Private Lessons, DJ, Dance Performance
Events: Class, Workshop, Special
Main Area: London SW
Website: http://www.swingland.com
Forthcoming Events
| Date | Event Name/Venue | Description/Dance Styles | |
|---|---|---|---|
Mon 09 Mar |
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A-Train - classes, dancing The Hammersmith Club Class |
A-Train - Lindy hop classes and dancing Charleston, Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
Tue 10 Mar |
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C Jam - classes, dancing The Bedford Class |
C Jam - Lindy hop classes and dancing Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
Wed 11 Mar |
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Swingland TW7 - class, practice Werfa Pavilion Class |
Swingland TW7 - weekly Lindy hop class and practice Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
Sat 14 Mar |
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The Spring Swing Ball Latymer Upper - Main Hall Special |
A tribute to Harlem's legendary Savoy Ballroom. Live band, fun intro class, bar, balcony 1940s Jive, Balboa, Boogie Woogie, Charleston, East Coast Swing, Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
Mon 16 Mar |
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A-Train - classes, dancing The Hammersmith Club Class |
A-Train - Lindy hop classes and dancing Charleston, Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
Tue 17 Mar |
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C Jam - classes, dancing The Bedford Class |
C Jam - Lindy hop classes and dancing Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
Wed 18 Mar |
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Swingland TW7 - class, practice Werfa Pavilion Class |
Swingland TW7 - weekly Lindy hop class and practice Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
Sun 22 Mar |
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Beginners swing dance (Lindy hop) Linden House Riverside Workshop |
Beginners swing dance (Lindy hop) workshop Lindy Hop |
Mon 23 Mar |
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A-Train - classes, dancing The Hammersmith Club Class |
A-Train - Lindy hop classes and dancing Charleston, Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
Tue 24 Mar |
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C Jam - classes, dancing The Bedford Class |
C Jam - Lindy hop classes and dancing Jazz Steps, Lindy Hop |
