Swing Absolute beginner Adults
Absolute Beginner Swing.
at Reading Jitterbugs, Reading
Next class
Tue 20 Oct, 20:00
Tuesdays 20:00–20:45
Ask first: Call +447515614500
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 45-minute absolute beginner swing class for adults, on Tuesdays at 20:00, at Reading Jitterbugs. The studio lists 11 classes a week: Swing (7), Improvers Jive, Intermediate Jive, Jazz, and Jive Essentials, and 3 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“Suitable for beginners”
DanceHow data
Swing classes in Reading
Every swing class we track in Reading, read from studio timetables.
25
swing classes a week
6
studios teach it
100%
start at 18:00 or later
36%
are beginner level
Swing classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for swing in Reading (13 of 19 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 Reading Jitterbugs
Showing swing only. All 11 classes at Reading Jitterbugs →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Tue 20 Oct
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
Reading Jitterbugs Dance school · Dance club · 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?
The studio doesn't say. Ask before you go: on berkshireswingdance.co.uk or call +447515614500.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner adult classes in Reading typically cost £10–£25 per class (median £12, from 40 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as absolute beginner for adults.
When does it run?
Every Tuesday, 20:00–20:45.
Where is it?
Reading Jitterbugs.
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: berkshireswingdance.co.uk/dance-classes/reading-swing-dance
- First listed on DanceHow 17 October 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.