Classes and Events

In the light of the COVID Pandemic (the virus is still out there), what we have learnt about the spread of the virus and in order to protect the health and safety of all our dancers, teachers, guest teachers, band members, hall staff as much as we can and minimize the spread, we would like you to keep to the Govt advice (which may change) and stay at home if you:

1. Have had a recent positive Rapid Lateral Flow test or a positive PCR test

2. Have symptoms of COVID i.e a high temperature; a new continuous cough; a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste and have been tested positive.

3. Have recently come into contact with someone who has COVID but have not yet taken a coronavirus test

Remember to wash or sanitize hands regularly. Hand sanitizer is always provided by SWLH and the venue operators at all classes/events. Feel free to bring your own personal hand sanitizer.

Due to the current, uncertain nature of the Omicron variant we strongly advise dancers to our future events and classes to have a negative Rapid Lateral Flow Test within 24hrs before the activity.

Face coverings are a personal choice at our events/classes. However, in areas where there is limited space eg toilets, or where queues or groups of people congregate indoors we recommend the wearing of a face covering.

Help to minimise the risk. Think about your own personal health and safety, family and friends, the Lindy Hop community and the local community you live in.

Our venue in Exeter for classes and social events is well ventilated with doors leading to a large outdoor grassy area (doors will be left open during classes and events). Our venue for classes in Follaton is also well ventilated.

Next Freestyles/Socials/Events (Exeter):

Saturday 29 January. The Big R Band. Start the year with this amazing 16 piece big band playing classic Big Band swing music.

Venue: America Hall, De La Rue Way, Pinhoe, EXETER EX4 8PX. Lots of space for dancing. Great floor. No bar. Bring plenty of water. On site parking.

Booking: Contact us on Facebook: South West Lindy Hoppers or email: janeswlindyhoppers@yahoo.com

Price: £15. In advance.

Time: 8-11.30pm

Theme: Round the World

EXETER CLASSES

VENUE: St. James' Church Hall, Mount Pleasant Road, EXETER EX4 7AH. On site parking. Lots of space for dancing. Great floor.

DATES: Thursdays. Next 6 week course starts Thursday 13 January 2022. Beginners welcome.

Lesson details/times:

Doors open 7.15pm. Beginners class starts 7.30-8.30pm. Intermediates start 8.45-9.45pm. Times may vary.

Price: £36 for 6 week course. Numbers are limited. Booking and payment in advance is essential.

Contact: janeswlindyhoppers@yahoo.com for full details and booking.

TOTNES: New venue in Totnes: Follaton Community Centre, Whiteley Avenue, Follaton, TOTNES TQ9 5FQ (opposite LONDIS store)

On-site parking. Great new floor for dancers.

DATES: Next 6 week course starts Wednesday 12 January 2022.

TIMES: Doors open 7.15pm. Evening starts 7.30 - 8.30pm with a Beginner's class. 15min break for practice. Second class is for Improvers. Finish 9.45pm. Booking and payment in advance is essential. Times may vary.

PRICE: 6 week course £40. Numbers are limited. Booking and payment in advance is essential.

CONTACT: janeswlindyhoppers@yahoo.com for full details and booking.

Guest teachers have included:

Graeme and Ann (Hoppin' Mad), Ryan Francois and Jenny Thomas, Gary and Sarah Boon, Andy and Tor from Rock Bottoms, Mel and Jo Calanglang, Russell and Delores from the Jiving Lindy Hoppers, Paul and Fae and Christine from Rug-Cutters Lindy Hop. David Zilkha from Swing Dance Bristol. Velody from Manchester. Trisha Sewell from Savoy Hop Hertfordshire. Martyn Nelson from Manchester. Tristan Brightman from Bristol Blues Dancing. Ichtiandras Veliulis & Florence based in Andover and London. Bic and Simone. Jane & Josef Dance Club Balboa, Bristol. Becky and Jeroen Swing Out Maastricht. Rob and Diane van Haaren. Swing Junction. Texas.

No need to bring a partner.