Classes and Events

Next Freestyles/Socials:

NOT TO BE MISSED BANDS/EVENTS FOR 2026

Saturday 30th May: Celebrate Frankie Manning's Birthday (he would've been 112 years old on 26 May), by dancing to Marv's Big Fat Band. Marvin Muonuke. 'The young man with the old soul'. For the first time in the heart of the South West, South West Lindy Hoppers are proud to announce this new and exciting 18 piece Big Band, led by Marvin Muoneke. With Marvin on vocals and top musicians in his band you will just want to dance all night long to classical swinging tunes played in a new way.

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).

Times: 8-11.30pm

Theme (optional): 1940's style

Saturday 27th June: Fine Whines.

PLUS: Weekender with Bic and Simone. Lindy Hop and Jazz.

Venue: Saturday 27th June. Alphington Village Hall, Ide Lane Alphington EXETER EX2 8UP

Venue: Sunday 28th June. Alphington Village Hall, Ide Lane, Alphington EXETER EX2 8UP

Plenty of parking behind hall.

July T.B.C.

Saturday 24 October: The Drat Pack starring Mama Tokus.

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:

Wednesdays. Venue. Berry Pomeroy Village Hall, Berry Pomeroy. Totnes Rd. TQ9 6LH (just a couple of minutes from Totnes next to the Primary School).

Large car park park behind the hall and school. As you drive through Berry Pomeroy from Totnes (off the A 385) there is a mini-roundabout, a short distance from the Hall and School. Take the left hand turning. After a very short distance take the second right to the car park (the first right is parking for the houses).

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

Next 4 week course starts Weds 20 May. No experience necessary, just bring your own magic.

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.

Exeter:

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

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

Thursdays. Next 6 week course starts May 28th. 7.15/7.30 - 10pm. No experience necessary, just bring your own magic.

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

Class 2: Improvers/Intermediates: 8.45 - 9.45. Times may vary. No need to bring a partner. Student discounts.

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.

KEEP THE RHYTHM GOING, YOU CAN'T STOP THE LINDY HOP, KEEP THE RHYTHM GOING, YOU CAN'T STOP THE LINDY HOP