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April 2020 at The Highdown School, Goring Street, Worthing, BN12 6FB. Advanced booking essential Book the Worthing Course here. Brighton Lindy Hoppers in Hove offers a variety of swing dance classes for beginners, improvers, and intermediates. They have learned from original dancers from the 1930s Savoy Ballroom and continue to teach in their style, promoting inclusivity, freedom of expression, and enjoyment of swing music.
The dance school prides itself on being fun and friendly, creating a great atmosphere in their classes. Each class ends with laughter and a sense of enjoyment. Brighton Lindy Hoppers believes that having a social night out and meeting new people is just as important as learning the steps in their classes.
The classes take place at different venues throughout Brighton and Hove. On Mondays, the classes are held in the upstairs function room at The Good Companions Pub on Dyke Road. They offer a beginner's class and an improver's class, as well as practise time after the classes. The cost is 8 per class or 10 for both, and no partner is needed.
Participants are encouraged to wear flat, comfortable shoes.
On Tuesdays, the classes take place at The Railway Social Club on Belmont. This class, called “The A Train,” is aimed at beginners but also provides extra tips and styling for improvers. After the class, there is practise time and social dancing with swing music played by a DJ. The cost for the class and dancing is 8, with a 4 entry fee after 8:30 pm.
Wednesdays offer a range of classes at Funky Fish on Marine Parade. They have a Solo Jazz class, suitable for advance booking, as well as beginner and intermediate Lindy Hop classes. The cost is 8 for one class, with a discounted price of 10 for both Lindy Hop classes. The solo jazz class follows a specific calendar, covering different routines and performances.
On Thursdays, Brighton Lindy Hoppers offers a 6-week beginner's swing dance course at Open Space Studios in Hove. Advanced booking is essential for this course. They also offer a Thursday night course in Worthing starting in April. The exact location and booking details can be found on their website.
Overall, Brighton Lindy Hoppers is a welcoming and inclusive dance school that teaches in the style of the 1930s Savoy Ballroom dancers. They focus on creating a fun and friendly atmosphere while promoting the enjoyment of swing music and the freedom of expression through dance. Whether a beginner or an experienced dancer, Brighton Lindy Hoppers welcomes everyone to join their classes and experience the joy of Lindy Hop.
