Swing dance social · Chelmsford

Retro Saturdays (Chelmsford)

Every Saturday at Royal British Legion, Chelwater, Chelmsford – run by Jiveswing (Welwyn).

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When: Every Saturday
Second Saturday monthly
Time: Time to confirm
Where: Royal British Legion, Chelwater, Chelmsford
Level: All
Price: Ask organiser
Booking: Booking page

Listings desk note: Our-events page lists it with no time, postcode or price; may be linked to the Chelmsford class that is not running.

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What to expect

A social is an evening of dancing for fun rather than a lesson. Many start with a short taster class for newcomers, then the DJ or band takes over. It is normal to ask anyone to dance – and to say no thanks politely – and nobody minds if you are new; most dancers remember their own first social.

Lindy Hop is the original swing dance, created by African-American dancers in Harlem in the late 1920s and 1930s and danced to big-band swing jazz. It is a partner dance built on an eight-count swingout, mixed with six-count moves, and it is famously improvised – lead and follow play with the music rather than repeating a routine. It suits any age, and most classes rotate partners. Read our full guide.

Charleston is the high-energy jazz dance of the 1920s, named after the city of Charleston, South Carolina. It is danced solo, side by side or with a partner, and Lindy Hoppers use it constantly – it is the quickest way to add kicks, swivels and personality to your dancing. Read our full guide.

About Jiveswing (Welwyn)

Hertfordshire swing school; Welwyn Thursday Lindy Hop courses at Digswell Village Hall, pre-booking only. We list 11 of their sessions, running on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. See everything from Jiveswing (Welwyn).