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The Stops routine isn’t just a classic routine, it’s said to be the very first co-ordinated ensemble routine danced at the Savoy Ballroom! Originally choreographed by Frankie Manning for Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers, versions of the Stops routine have been taught, performed and loved for generations. Check out a brief history of the Stops with Laura Glaess and Bobby White here.
Magali and Tom will be teaching you a version of the First Stops routine in one morning, no partner required and no pressure to perform! However, for dancers who would be interested, an opportunity for a group performance at the upcoming Pocket Social will be discussed ;)
Saturday, 11th October 2025
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Have you ever wanted to learn to Swing Dance?
We'll have you dancing the basics of Lindy Hop in just one morning! No partner or experience required.
Born in Harlem, New York in the 1930's and now danced across the world, Lindy Hop is a joyful expression of swing jazz music and African American dance traditions.These workshops are for:
- Absolute beginners who've been wanting to learn to swing dance, but are unable to attend regular weekly classes.
- Beginners looking to fast-track their learning or cement knowledge gained from weekly classes.
- Intermediate students wishing to learn the other Lead/Follow role.
Saturday, 11th October 2025
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Have you ever wanted to learn to Swing Dance?
We'll have you dancing the basics of Balboa in just one morning! No partner or experience required.
From 1930’s Southern California, Balboa is a fun, dynamic dance that features plenty of turns and fancy footwork - perfect for your favourite uptempo swing jazz tunes.These workshops are for:
- Absolute beginners who've been wanting to learn to swing dance, but are unable to attend regular weekly classes.
- Beginners looking to fast-track their learning or cement knowledge gained from weekly classes.
- Intermediate students wishing to learn the other Lead/Follow role.
Saturday, 8th November 2025
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Take your dancing to the next level!
This all levels workshop will target skill building through focussed drills and exercises to develop your dancing across styles. You will also be learning a range of tools and activities that you can take home and practice solo to continue developing your technique and skills.
Your instructor Alana has been dancing since age 6, and has trained in Tap, Modern, Ballet, Contemporary and all other styles she’s been able to try, and she’s ready to share a few of the tips she’s learnt along the way. If you have any requests for her, please reach out to her directly - or to us and we’ll pass it on!
Open to dancers of all swing styles and experience levels - no partner required!
Saturday, 8th November 2025