Swing Beginner Adults
Beginner Swing.
at Swing Dance Summertown, Oxford · 5.0★ (18 Google reviews)
Next class
Fri 23 Oct, 18:00
Fridays 18:00–19:00
Ask first: Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 60-minute beginner swing class for adults, on Fridays at 18:00, at Swing Dance Summertown, Cherwell School South Site. The studio lists 22 classes a week: Swing (14), Balboa, Ballroom, Jam Circle, Jazz, and Nikki Santilli - Balboa Classes, and 3 of them are at beginner level.
DanceHow data
Swing classes in Oxford
Every swing class we track in Oxford, read from studio timetables.
40
swing classes a week
9
studios teach it
100%
start at 18:00 or later
£10
median drop-in price
Swing classes by day
Friday is the busiest day for swing in Oxford (10 of 33 dated classes). 100% start at 18:00 or later. The median drop-in price is £10.
This week at Swing Dance Summertown
Can’t do Fridays? Beginner swing also runs here on Wednesdays at 19:30.
Showing swing only. All 22 classes at Swing Dance Summertown →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Fri 23 Oct
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
Cherwell School South Site, Marston Ferry Rd, Oxford OX2 6UX Dance school
DirectionsSame style nearby
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Before you go
Your first swing class
Is Swing suitable for absolute beginners?
Absolutely. Swing is one of the most beginner-friendly dances because it's built on a few simple steps that repeat. Most classes assume you've never danced before and teach at a pace that lets everyone catch up. The social, playful nature of Swing also means beginners feel welcome immediately.
Do I need a partner to start Swing?
No, you don't need a partner before your first class. Teachers will pair people up during the session, and you'll often rotate partners so everyone learns both the lead and follow roles. Many beginners come solo and make friends in their first class.
What should I wear to a Swing class?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes like joggers or casual trousers. Shoes are crucial: you need smooth-soled footwear (leather dance shoes, smooth trainers, or even clean plimsolls work) so you can pivot and slide. Avoid rubber-soled gym trainers, which grip the floor and make turns difficult.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
The studio doesn't say. Ask before you go: on swingdancesummertown.co.uk.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner adult classes in Oxford typically cost £10–£15 per class (median £11, from 32 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner for adults. There's also a beginner swing class here on Wednesdays at 19:30.
When does it run?
Every Friday, 18:00–19:00.
Where is it?
Swing Dance Summertown, Cherwell School South Site, Marston Ferry Rd, Oxford OX2 6UX.
Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.
How we know this
- We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: swingdancesummertown.co.uk/
- First listed on DanceHow 17 October 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 18 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.