Smooth Style Swing

Smooth Style Swing – Monthly Swing Dance Classes in 2025

At St Werburghs Community Centre, Horley Rd, Bristol BS2 9TJ

A series of beginner friendly dance classes from Andrew Richardson who has more than 25 years of experience as a Swing and Lindy Hop dancer.  Each class will be focused on a particular style or theme within Swing jazz partner dance. The classes will teach you how to develop your sense of rhythm and apply simple techniques for easy, smooth and comfortable social dance.

Lesson 1  – Thursday 30th January 7.30pm to 9pm   “Original 1920s/30s Foxtrot”

Suitable for absolute beginners and for more experienced dancers looking to add something new to their repertoire. Look at the 78rpm records of the swing recordings from the 20s all the way to the early 50s and the word “Foxtrot” will almost always be on the label. The Foxtrot is an easy to learn partner dance in closed hold or frame hold with simple foot work. Well suited to crowded dance floors and slower songs. Great for pop ballads as well as Swing Jazz.

Lovely space. Great floor. Donations of £3 and upwards most appreciated. All proceeds go to the St Werburghs Community Centre. Please bring your own refreshments.

Next Class :  Lesson 2 – Thursday 27th February 7.30pm – 9pm   “Charleston”