Harringay/Green Lanes
Event Information
Join Ruth, Jess and Rich for a lesson or two in Swing Dancing.
Schedule
Venues
- The Langham Club
- 600 Green Lanes, Harringay Ladder, London N8 0RY, UK
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Description
Join Ruth, Jess and Rich for a lesson or two in Swing Dancing. What is Swing Dancing? It’s a collection of dances from the 1920s-1940s including Lindy hop and Charleston. Read more about it here.
Please note that the venue capacity is limited so please arrive early to be sure of a spot!
Classes
Level 1 – Absolute Beginners class | 7.00pm – 8.00pm
These classes are for new dancers and there is no experience required. We go over the basics every week and then throw in some new moves to get you dancing in no time. This class is drop-in, so you don’t need to book in advance and you don’t need to bring a partner.
Social Dance Break
In between classes we’ll pop on a song or two before we get started with the next class. So have a little social dance in that time.
Level 2 – Intermediate class | 8.15pm – 9.15pm
Interested in taking it that step further? For those with some experience this class will take you to the next level. We will focus on technique, as well as moves, to make you better dancers. (If you were comfortable in the first level 1 class, then we encourage you to stick around too. This class will usually build from the footwork, moves and technique learnt in the Level 1 class from the same evening).
Mini Social
It’s Disco Ball time! After class we are super lucky at the Langham Club as we can use the dance floor. We dim the lights, pop on the the disco ball, grab a drink from the cheapest bar we know of in these neck of the woods, and have dance and a chin-wag! (As long as you have taken at least one class).
Level 2/3 – Workshops | 9.30pm – 10.30pm – Coming soon!
We are planning some additional workshops. These will be pre-booked and will run in 3 or 4 week blocks, so we can build on the content each week. We’ll be running swing out workshops, teaching routines and more! Check back here soon!
The Venue
Our class takes place in the Langham Club. There are steps to enter the venue.
Schedule
- – Level 1 - Absolute Beginners
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These classes are for new dancers and there is no experience required. We go over the basics every week and then throw in some new moves to get you dancing in no time.
The Langham Club, 600 Green Lanes, Harringay Ladder, London N8 0RY, UKSwing Beginners - – Level 2 - Improvers
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Interested in taking it that step further? For those with some experience this class will take you to the next level. We will focus on technique, as well as moves, to make you better dancers.
The Langham Club, 600 Green Lanes, Harringay Ladder, London N8 0RY, UKSwing Level 2
Experience Levels
- Beginners
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This class is for complete beginners. Whether you have never danced Lindy Hop, or anything else for that matter, this class will equip you with the basics. You can expect to learn 6 and 8 count Lindy Hop, 20s and 30s Charleston basics, and a few fun variations. You can drop in any time, as every week we teach the basics. Students typically stay in the Beginner classes for anything from 2 - 4 months. All of our classes have a level 1.
- Level 2
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This class is for intermediate dancers who would like to take it up a notch and learn some more challenging steps and variations. You will also learn about musicality and rhythm and refine your lead/ follow technique.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much is it?
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Our London classes are £15 (£10 for full time university students with valid ID). If you do two classes in a night, you get the second class at a discount price of £8 (£5 for students). All classes are for an hour.
- When can I start? Do I need to book in advance? What if I miss a week?
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You can join in at any time. There is no need to book or register — just turn up! Level 1 (Beginner Swing Dance) classes are like pieces of Lego and over time all the building blocks come together. We recommend attending Beginner classes until you’ve really got it under your belt (about 3-4 months). If you miss a few, it won’t matter as you will be learning a new piece of “swing Lego” each week that no one else knows either.
- Do I need a partner?
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Absolutely not! We rotate the class right through the lesson, so bringing a partner is not necessary.
- What do I wear for class?
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We recommend anything comfortable that you can move around in. We would also suggest wearing layers as it can get quite hot swing dancing. Most people come straight from work and do not bother changing though it’s wise to bring a change of top with you for the journey home. For footwear, we recommend flat shoes or plimsolls; high heels can be very difficult to swing dance in!
- Can I only dance with the person I came with?
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Our classes teach people how to dance socially and part of the learning process is dancing with the other students in class. We find people progress much quicker when they learn to dance with multiple people and you can always practice with your friend outside of class! If you are taking up dancing for a specific occasion, we can help put you in touch with teachers to arrange a private lesson.
- What is the average age? Am I too old?
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You’re never too old to dance and we have dancers of all ages learning and enjoying swing dancing. The age range across our classes is 18-80! Our students predominantly range from their late 20s to 40s, but swing dancing is for everyone.
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