Swing Absolute beginner Adults
Absolute Beginner Swing.
at Cambridge Swing Dance, Cambridge · 5.0★ (4 Google reviews)
When
Tuesday
The studio hasn’t published a full schedule for this class.
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Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
An absolute beginner swing class for adults, at Cambridge Swing Dance, Hills Rd. The studio lists 11 classes a week: Swing (7), Blues (2), Jazz, and Shall We Dance?, and 3 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“Drop-in class starts from the very beginning each week”
DanceHow data
Swing classes in Cambridge
Every swing class we track in Cambridge, read from studio timetables.
17
swing classes a week
5
studios teach it
100%
start at 18:00 or later
29%
are beginner level
Swing classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for swing in Cambridge (6 of 12 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 Cambridge Swing Dance
Can’t do Tuesdays? Absolute beginner swing also runs here on Wednesdays at 19:30.
Showing swing only. All 11 classes at Cambridge Swing Dance →
Getting there
Hills Rd, Cambridge CB2 1JP Dance school
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 listed as a drop-in class, so you can usually pay on the day. Ask before you go: on cambridgeswingdance.com.
How much is it?
£10 (drop in).
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 19:30.
Where is it?
Cambridge Swing Dance, Hills Rd, Cambridge CB2 1JP.
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: cambridgeswingdance.com/weekly-classes/tuesday-social-dancing
- 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.