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NOT TO BE MISSED BANDS/EVENTS FOR 2026

 

 

Sunday 11 Oct: SWLH. In memory of Alf Bolt and helping the local community with our Annual Fundraiser for North Tawton Royal British Legion with our 1940's Vintage Charity Tea Dance. Dance to the classic hits of 1930/50's with FINE WHINES VINTAGE DUO.

Lindy Hop lesson/performances/Raffle prizes. Tea and cake.

Venue: North Tawton Town Hall, The Square, North Tawton

Time: 2-5pm

Dress code (optional): Vintage.

Price: Advance - £8. On the door - £10

Saturday 24 October: The Drat Pack starring Mama Tokus.

Venue: St James' Church Hall, Mount Pleasant Road, EXETER EX4 7AH. On-site parking (no double parking please). Extra parking at the Mount Pleasant Health Centre. Mount Pleasant Rd. EX4 7BW, just 2 mins from the venue (no charges).

Saturday November 21: T.B.C.

December. Venue and date T.B.C.

CLASSES FOR 2026

In our classes you will learn Classic Vernacular Jazz moves, 1930's Charleston, Connection, Musicality, your own magic and lots more from the very first lesson. Let your worries drain down through your feet into the floor and the floor will respond by refreshing you, giving you energy and fun.

Miles of smiles.

Totnes: No experience necessary, just bring your own magic.

Wednesdays. New classes start Weds 16 Sept.

Venue. Royal 7 Stars Hotel, Ballroom, Totnes.

Car parks and free on-street parking nearby (after 6pm)

Come along and meet the team do a few moves and see what it's all about.

 

EXETER

New classes start September. No experience necessary, just bring your own magic.

FREE EVENING Thursday 10 Sept. 7.30-9pm. Come along, meet the team, do a few moves and start getting into the swing groove.

Exeter:

Sept 17. Start of 6 week course.

Class 1: 7.30-8.30. For all levels. Whether you are a complete beginner or more experienced. Join at any time. Practice 8.30-8.45.

Class 2: Improvers/Intermediates 8.45-9.45. Times may vary. Student discounts.

Thursdays. Venue: St James' Church Hall Mount Pleasant Rd Exeter EX4 7AH. On-site parking. Doors open 7.15

Contact: janeswlindyhoppers@yahoo.com for up to date 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 & Aggie based in Pembrokeshire. Bic and Simone. Jane & Josef Dance Club Balboa, Bristol. Becky and Jeroen Swing Out Maastricht. Rob and Diane van Haaren. Swing Junction. Texas. Ailsa (Studiohop Toulouse).

No need to bring a partner.