Portsmouth & Petersfield Lindy Hop

Robyn and Jason run weekly Lindy Hop drop-in classes in Southsea and Petersfield, with socials and guest teachers.

Teaches in: Portsmouth, Petersfield, Rogate
Weekly nights: Tuesday, Thursday
Listings: 8 (4 confirmed)
Last checked: 30 Oct 2026

About Portsmouth & Petersfield Lindy Hop's classes and events

Portsmouth & Petersfield Lindy Hop runs 4 regular weekly sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with 4 dated events in the diary. Styles on offer: Lindy Hop and Charleston.

Tuesdays: Petersfield Lindy Hop drop-in: Beginner's course at 19:30 (The Avenue Pavilion, Petersfield) and Petersfield Lindy Hop drop-in: Level 2 improvers at 20:30 (The Avenue Pavilion, Petersfield). Thursdays: Portsmouth Lindy Hop drop-in: Beginner's course at 19:30 (The Church of the Holy Spirit) and Portsmouth Lindy Hop drop-in: Level 2 improvers at 20:30 (The Church of the Holy Spirit).

Starting out? Portsmouth Lindy Hop drop-in: Beginner's course on Thursdays at 19:30, Portsmouth Lindy Hop drop-in: Level 2 improvers on Thursdays at 20:30, Petersfield Lindy Hop drop-in: Beginner's course on Tuesdays at 19:30 and Petersfield Lindy Hop drop-in: Level 2 improvers on Tuesdays at 20:30 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 £8 to £12 – a drop-in class or social is usually at the lower end; courses, workshops and weekenders cost more.

Where: The Church of the Holy Spirit (PO4 0DY), The Avenue Pavilion (GU31 4JQ) and Rogate Village Hall (GU31 5BH). Each listing has Google and Apple Maps links.

Next up: Charleston 5-week beginner course (Petersfield) on Tuesday 10 November 2026, Charleston 5-week beginner course (Portsmouth) on Thursday 12 November 2026 and Katie Cobalt Lindy Hop and Jazz drop-in on Thursday 26 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I learn Lindy Hop or swing dance with Portsmouth & Petersfield Lindy Hop?

Portsmouth Lindy Hop drop-in: Beginner's course at The Church of the Holy Spirit, Portsmouth Lindy Hop drop-in: Level 2 improvers at The Church of the Holy Spirit, Petersfield Lindy Hop drop-in: Beginner's course at The Avenue Pavilion and Petersfield Lindy Hop drop-in: Level 2 improvers at The Avenue Pavilion. Full times and venues are listed on this page.

What nights are the classes and socials?

Tuesdays and 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 £8 to £12. Drop-in classes and socials are cheapest; courses and weekend workshops cost more.

Do I need a partner or any experience?

No. 8 sessions are marked as suitable for beginners, and most classes rotate partners so you can come alone.

Where can I go social dancing?

Village Hall Hop social. 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.