Swing Beginner Adults
Beginner Swing.
at SouthBank Club, Bristol · 4.6★ (302 Google reviews)
Next class
Wed 21 Oct, 20:30
Wednesdays 20:30–22:00
Ask first: Call +441179399999 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 3 days ago
About this class
A 90-minute beginner swing class for adults, on Wednesdays at 20:30, at SouthBank Club, Dean Ln. The studio lists 18 classes a week: Salsa (5), Tango (3), Bachata (2), Balboa (2), Ballet (2), and Swing (2), and 5 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“includes 30 minutes practice time”
DanceHow data
Swing classes in Bristol
Every swing class we track in Bristol, read from studio timetables.
11
swing classes a week
6
studios teach it
100%
start at 18:00 or later
27%
are beginner level
Swing classes by day
Thursday is the busiest day for swing in Bristol (4 of 6 dated classes). This is the only Wednesday swing class we track here. 100% start at 18:00 or later. No swing class here publishes a drop-in price, so ask when you book.
This week at SouthBank Club
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Wed 21 Oct
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
Dean Ln, Southville, Bristol BS3 1DB Events Venue · Art gallery · Dance hall
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 southbankbristol.biz or call +441179399999.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner adult classes in Bristol typically cost £9–£12 per class (median £10, from 33 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner for adults.
When does it run?
Every Wednesday, 20:30–22:00.
Where is it?
SouthBank Club, Dean Ln, Southville, Bristol BS3 1DB.
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: southbankbristol.biz/regular-clubs-classes-1
- First listed on DanceHow 16 October 2026; last checked 3 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 4.6★ from 302 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.