Hello!
We are the Bristol University Swing Society (BUSS)! Swing dancing is a type of social partnered dance that originated in African American communities during the 1920s and 30s and encompasses a group of different dances including Lindy hop, Charleston and Balboa. A six or eight count footwork basic is used as the general idea, but we love how improvisational and relaxed this dance is! Swing is generally danced to jazz music, often to live jazz bands. We run weekly swing dancing sessions including a beginners and intermediate class, so there's something for everyone no dancing background necessary!
We will also be running regular socials, including nights out, cafe trips, formals, and family socials, so sign up for a good time all year round!
Hope to dance with you soon!
Class information:
Classes are FREE for members and £2.50 for non-members
Our classes will usually be held on a Monday, but due to changes in room bookings, we may hold our classes on a different day of the week after the Easter break. Stay tuned!
7:00 – 7:45pm Beginner class
7:45 - 8:00 - Social Dancing
8:00 – 8:45 Intermediate class
8:45 – 9:00 Social Dancing
Classes will have a different theme each week and a new event link will be created for each with all the details you need to know! Our classes are very relaxed and friendly and you will get to know everyone over the year and be able to dance both the follow and lead roles. You can wear whatever is comfortable for you, whether that's sportswear and trainers or vintage style swing clothing. There is no need to bring a partner with you as everyone will rotate and dance with everyone else (unless you don't want to), but feel free to bring a friend if you want!
Location:
Most of our lessons will be held in The Carpenter Room in the Bristol SU building (2nd floor)
Find the link to join the mailing list at the bottom of the page for weekly updates.
(Richmond building, 105 Queens Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1LN)
Memberships:
Full year membership is £15 and includes discounted classes and socials for the whole year.
People of all ages,levels and backgrounds are welcome. We pride ourselves on being an open, non-judgemental and down-to-earth society.
Regular events:
Monthly social at the Southbank Bristol - Ain't Misbehavin'
We go to swing dancing weekends occurring at other universities for world-class lessons and socials. Last year’s include ‘Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Hop' at the University of York and Sheffield Shuffle.
Also, seeing as classes are oh so conveniently close to the pub we are drawn there every Monday after a lesson. Join us to chatter, regardless of whether you came to classes!
Committee 2024/25:
President: Lotty Bennett
Treasurer: Anna Holliday
Secretary: Grace Robinson
Equality Officer: Anna Douglas
Social sec: Gabriella Engineer
Alumni Committee Member: Ruby Simpson
Follow us on social media to stay updated on all things Swing:
Instagram: @uobswingsoc
To sign up to our emails, click here
Facebook: Bristol University Swing Society
Email:
If you have any questions, please email uobswingsoc@gmail.com or message us on Facebook or Instagram.
Calendar:
Check out our calenar for all the regular classes, socials, and big events we have going on.
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