Southampton Swing Dancers
We are a new society for lindy hop at the University of Southampton. Lindy hop is a fun and stylish partner dance with great swing music. Join us and learn cool moves, meet lovely people and enjoy the dance floor
WHAT IS SWING DANCE?
Swing dance is a social dance that originated in Harlem in the 1920s-40s. It is an improvised, lively coupled dance to jazz music. It is an amazing dance and a wonderful community of people who help you push yourself as you learn new moves and techniques and become comfortable with the joy of social dancing.
WEEKLY CLASSES AT UNI
Every Thursday at The Cube (SUSU building) during term-time: Beginners Level Class: 6:30pm-7:45pm Improvers: 8:pm-9:15pm. First class October 10th 2024. Membership is free! Sign up for membership online on our SUSU membership page. Each class is £5 for student members and £9 for non-members. But you can also buy 5 and 10 lesson packages which are discounted! Come along to find out more!
Beginners lessons are suitable for those who have never danced lindy hop or any dance at all, our lessons are built on simple footwork and technique that will gradually progress as the semester continues.
Intermediate lessons are targeted to those who have already been swing dancing for a semester!
Keep up-to-date with subsequent events on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/SouthamptonSwingDancers!
OUT AND ABOUT
We go to workshops and socials in other cities. Let us know if you want to join or have an idea for the next trip! Like our Facebook Page to keep updated!
We also host our own social dances and solo jazz workshops throughout the year, and have guest dance teachers giving specialised lessons!
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The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Southampton Swing Dancers this year are:
President
Secretary
Social Secretary
Treasurer
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Southampton Swing Dancers, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24/25. 5 Lesson Package | £22.00 | 24/09/2024 - 31/08/2025 | This membership entitles you to 5 Swing Dance lessons with two incredible teachers ! | |
| 24/25. 10 Lesson Package | £40.00 | 24/09/2024 - 31/08/2025 | This membership entitles you to 10 Swing Dance lessons with two incredible teachers | |
| 24/25 Free Membership | FREE | 24/09/2024 - 31/08/2025 | Sign up to our free membership and try this amazing dance! Free membership entitles you to student prices and gains you access to our monthly email updates on all things Swing Dance and Lindy hop at Southampton Uni! | |
| 24/25. 5 Lesson Package - Second round. | £22.00 | 14/11/2024 - 31/08/2025 | This membership entitles you to 5 Swing Dance lessons with two incredible teachers ! | |
| 24/25. 10 Lesson Package - Second round | £40.00 | 23/01/2025 - 31/08/2025 | This membership entitles you to 10 Swing Dance lessons with two incredible teachers! | |
| Pure Dance Troupe membership | £45.00 | 13/02/2025 - 31/05/2025 | This membership includes all the rehearsals and the Pure dance fees. |
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Available products to purchase for Southampton Swing Dancers
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
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All clubs & societies are required to risk assess their activity to ensure it is carried out in a safe manner for members. Current risk assessments for Southampton Swing Dancers are available to view below
Upcoming Events
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