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No clases on Tuesday 2nd April 2024

Unfortunately the classes on Tuesday 2nd April are cancelled. They will resume as usual on Tuesday 9th April.

Classes

Weekly classes in the centre of Plymouth

Location: Abbey Hall (behind St Andrew's Church and next door to The Treasury)

Every Tuesday
Next class: Today, Tuesday 23rd April 2024

Class Timings

Doors open:		7.15pm
Class 1	Beginners:	7.30 – 8.10pm
Class 1	Practice time	8.10 – 8.30pm
Class 2	Fundamentals:	8.30 – 9.10pm
Class 2	Practice time	9.10 – 9.30pm
Class 3	Intermediate:	9.30 – 10.10pm
Class 3	Final track	10.10 – 10.15pm

Pricing

	Door Price (cash only!)
For one class	£8
For any two classes	£11
For all three classes	£13

There's no need to book and you can start classes any week. Please note that door payments must be made in cash.

Please ensure you attend the correct class(es) by reading the level descriptions below. If you are unsure, please ask.

Class 1 – Beginners (7.30pm)

Our Beginner classes are always suitable for complete novices so you can literally start your swing dance journey any week. In these lessons, you'll develop your swing groove, learning straightforward footwork patterns and the basics of leading and following. You'll be introduced to simple figures that you can apply straight away during the practice time that follows on from the tuition element of the session. Expect a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with a focus on having fun.

Further details on what to expect can be found here.

Class 2 – Fundamentals (8.30pm)

Once you're comfortable with the six-count figures, which are the focus of the beginner sessions, and you are able to bust out your moves with some confidence, you'll be ready for the Fundamentals Class. With a focus on eight-count patterns, this is where you'll learn and hone the core Lindy Hop figures, establishing yourself as a bona fide swing dancer! For those just moving up to Class 2, we highly recommend for you to take both classes 1 & 2 for some time. Both of these levels will build your knowledge, repertoire & confidence to give a broader understanding of this beautiful dance.

If you're serious about cutting a rug with style, you'll want to spend a decent amount of time at this level. It's not simply about being able to lead and follow the content taught but refining your technique so that you connect effectively with your partner, dance with fluency to increasing tempos and begin to incorporate a little musicality and flair. For this reason, you're likely to find our intermediate dancers in these classes too: the fundamentals can always be developed and refined.

Class 3 – Intermediate (9.30pm)

So, now you can dance! You're confident with the fundamental figures, can swing out at increasingly speedy tempos and you're beginning to actively listen to the music, reacting to the phrasing and accenting musical elements. So what's next? Well, to be honest, the dance journey that you've embarked upon doesn't have a destination; there's always more to learn. Incorporating intricate rhythms, slides, jumps and spins, all wrapped up with new ideas and further technique to aid your connection and open up an even broader array of possibilities, the focus is still on fun but prepare to work hard and give your brain a workout too!

Details

Venue:	Abbey Hall, Behind St Andrew's Church (and adjacent to The Treasury), Catherine Street, Plymouth PL1 2AD
Parking:	You can find on street parking on Catherine Street directly outside the venue. The Guildhall car park is also a stone's throw away. Pay and display is required for both of these options.
Refreshments:	Tap water is provided (bring your own water bottle!). You are welcome to bring along your own drinks, including alcohol.