Bristol

Swing at the Folk House

Bristol Folk House live-band swing socials roughly every other month, plus the Bristol Stomp weekend.

Lindy HopBalboaCollegiate Shag

Teaches in: Bristol
Listings: 3 (3 confirmed)
Last checked: 23 Oct 2026

About Swing at the Folk House's classes and events

Swing at the Folk House runs dated events rather than weekly sessions, with 3 dated events in the diary. Styles on offer: Lindy Hop, Balboa and Collegiate Shag.

Starting out? Bristol Stomp 2027: Saturday social with Big Marv's Big Fat Big Band on 30 Jan 2027 at 19:30–23:15 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 £45 to £85 – a drop-in class or social is usually at the lower end; courses, workshops and weekenders cost more.

Where: St Bonaventure's Business Centre (BS7 8AF) and Bristol Folk House (BS1 5JG). Each listing has Google and Apple Maps links.

Next up: Bristol Stomp 2027: Lindy Hop workshop (intermediate-advanced) on Saturday 30 January 2027, Bristol Stomp 2027: Saturday social with Big Marv's Big Fat Big Band on Saturday 30 January 2027 and Bristol Stomp 2027: Sunday tea dance with The Barrel House Vipers on Sunday 31 January 2027.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I learn Lindy Hop or swing dance with Swing at the Folk House?

Right now they run dated events rather than weekly classes – see the events listed on this page.

How much does it cost?

Listed prices run from £45 to £85. 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?

Bristol Stomp 2027: Lindy Hop workshop (intermediate-advanced), Bristol Stomp 2027: Saturday social with Big Marv's Big Fat Big Band and Bristol Stomp 2027: Sunday tea dance with The Barrel House Vipers. 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.