Swing Absolute beginner Adults
Absolute Beginner Swing.
at The Swing Dance Company, Southampton · 5.0★ (4 Google reviews)
Next class
Mon 19 Oct, 19:15
Mondays 19:15
Ask first: Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
An absolute beginner swing class for adults, on Mondays at 19:15, at The Swing Dance Company. The studio lists 11 classes a week: Swing (11), and 3 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“Partner Rotation”
DanceHow data
Swing classes in Southampton
Every swing class we track in Southampton, read from studio timetables.
13
swing classes a week
2
studios teach it
100%
start at 18:00 or later
23%
are beginner level
Swing classes by day
Monday is the busiest day for swing in Southampton (3 of 10 dated classes). 100% start at 18:00 or later. No swing class here publishes a drop-in price, so ask when you book.
This week at The Swing Dance Company
Can’t do Mondays? Absolute beginner swing also runs here on Wednesdays at 19:15.
Showing swing only. All 11 classes at The Swing Dance Company →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Mon 19 Oct
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
The Swing Dance Company Dance school · Dance Shop · Service establishment
DirectionsBefore 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?
It's priced as a term, so you may need to book the whole block. Ask before you go: on theswingdancecompany.co.uk.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Dance classes in Southampton typically cost £6–£10 per class (median £7.50, from 35 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as absolute beginner for adults. There's also a absolute beginner swing class here on Wednesdays at 19:15.
When does it run?
Every Monday, 19:15.
Where is it?
The Swing Dance Company.
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: theswingdancecompany.co.uk/swingjive-courses/
- First listed on DanceHow 17 October 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 4 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.