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Lindy Hop in Stroud

2 schools teach Lindy Hop and swing in Stroud, with weekly nights on Mondays and 8 dated events coming up.

Schools: Just Jive Lindy Hop, Swingbytes Dance
Weekly nights: Monday
Venues: Kings Stanley Village Hall; Nailsworth Subscription Rooms

Lindy Hop and swing in Stroud

In Stroud, 2 organisers run 1 regular weekly session on Mondays, with 8 dated events in the diary. Styles on offer: Lindy Hop, Swing Jive, Balboa, Charleston and Collegiate Shag.

Mondays: Charleston Fitness - Nailsworth (Nailsworth Subscription Rooms, Nailsworth).

Starting out? Jimmy's Joint Swinging Record Hop on 18 Dec 2026 at 20:00–23:00 is 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 £8 – a drop-in class or social is usually at the lower end; courses, workshops and weekenders cost more.

Where: Kings Stanley Village Hall (GL10 3PN) and Nailsworth Subscription Rooms (GL6 0JB). Each listing has Google and Apple Maps links.

Next up: Swingtime at the Brewery on Saturday 5 December 2026, Jimmy's Joint Swinging Record Hop on Friday 18 December 2026 and Swingtime at the Brewery on Saturday 16 January 2027.

Frequently asked questions

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

Charleston Fitness - Nailsworth at Nailsworth Subscription Rooms. Full times and venues are listed on this page.

What nights are the classes and socials?

Mondays. 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 £8. Drop-in classes and socials are cheapest; courses and weekend workshops cost more.

Do I need a partner or any experience?

No. 1 session is marked as suitable for beginners, and most classes rotate partners so you can come alone.

Where can I go social dancing?

Jimmy's Joint Swinging Record Hop and Swingtime at the Brewery. Socials often start with a short taster class.

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.