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Lindy Hop in Southampton

1 school teach Lindy Hop and swing in Southampton, with weekly nights on Thursdays.

Schools: Southampton Swing Dancers (University of Southampton)
Weekly nights: Thursday
Venues: The Cube; The Cube (Students' Union)
Best for beginners: Beginner Lindy Hop, Beginner Lindy Hop lesson

Lindy Hop and swing in Southampton

In Southampton, Southampton Swing Dancers (University of Southampton) run 4 regular weekly sessions on Thursdays. Styles on offer: Lindy Hop and Solo Jazz.

Thursdays: Beginner Lindy Hop at 18:30–19:45 (The Cube), Intermediate Lindy Hop at 20:15–21:45 (The Cube), Beginner Lindy Hop lesson at 18:30–19:45 (The Cube (Students' Union)) and Intermediate Lindy Hop lesson (The Cube (Students' Union)).

Starting out? Beginner Lindy Hop on Thursdays at 18:30–19:45 and Beginner Lindy Hop lesson on Thursdays at 18:30–19:45 are described by the organiser as suitable for newcomers. Most classes rotate partners, so you can come on your own – see your first class.

Prices listed by organisers here run from £5 to £10 – a drop-in class or social is usually at the lower end; courses, workshops and weekenders cost more.

Where: The Cube and The Cube (Students' Union). Each listing has Google and Apple Maps links.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I learn Lindy Hop or swing dance in Southampton?

Beginner Lindy Hop at The Cube, Intermediate Lindy Hop at The Cube, Beginner Lindy Hop lesson at The Cube (Students' Union) and Intermediate Lindy Hop lesson at The Cube (Students' Union). Full times and venues are listed on this page.

What nights are the classes and socials?

Thursdays. Times are as listed by each organiser; anything marked "check first" should be confirmed before you travel.

How much does it cost?

Listed prices run from £5 to £10. Drop-in classes and socials are cheapest; courses and weekend workshops cost more.

Do I need a partner or any experience?

No. 2 sessions are marked as suitable for beginners, and most classes rotate partners so you can come alone.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothes and shoes that turn on a wooden floor – suede or leather soles are ideal, trainers with smooth soles are fine. See our guide to what to wear.