Lindy Jazz

02/06/2026

One of the exercises we will be inviting you to try in this course…. take a look…. https://blog.lindy-jazz.co.uk/?p=1089

21/05/2026

Nothing makes us happier than seeing people walk into class feeling nervous… then a few weeks later dancing with smiles, laughter and growing confidence.

We want to get more people dancing!

Most of our Lindy Jazz members had never danced Lindy Hop before joining us. In fact, around 90% started completely from scratch. Step by step, they discovered that social dancing can be joyful, welcoming and genuinely fun.

If you know someone who keeps saying:
“I’d love to try dancing one day…”
but feels shy, unsure or thinks they have two left feet, please share this with them.

You do not need experience.
You do not need a partner.
You just need the willingness to give it a go.

And who knows? This could become the highlight of their week too 💃🎶🕺



https://www.lindy-jazz.co.uk/beginner-dance-class-durham/

16/05/2026

Worried about everything feeling rushed, crowded or confusing?

At Lindy Jazz, you can expect…

✨ Clear, step-by-step teaching
✨ Time and space to practise properly
✨ Friendly classes without cliques or pressure
✨ A welcoming atmosphere where beginners feel comfortable
✨ Confidence built week by week✨ Dancing for fun, connection and joy

You do not need experience, a partner or “natural talent.”
Just comfy shoes and a willingness to give it a go

06/05/2026

Excited to be involved with Durham Jazz Festival 🎶

We are excited to announce our full performance line up for the Durham Jazz Festival.

We have some amazing shows for you, with something for everyone.

Full details of timing and venues will be up on the website soon.

Ticket sales will be on sale from 5th May.

05/05/2026

Leaders’ Rock Step Variation
In this video, we explore a simple but powerful variation for the leader’s rock step that helps create more stretch and connection in your dancing.

Most of us learn the classic rock step as:
➡️ Back, forward

But if you’d like to create more stretch with your partner, try this variation:
➡️ Back, back (or back together)

This subtle change keeps your body moving away for longer, which:

Increases stretch in your connection
Gives your partner a clearer lead
Adds a smoother, more elastic feel to your dancing

We demonstrate:

The traditional back-forward rock step
The variation: back-back / back-together
How it feels from both front and back views

It’s a small change that can make a big difference to your flow and connection on the dance floor.

Take it slowly, feel the stretch, and see how it transforms your movement.

02/05/2026

We’ve got something special to share!

Our brand new Lindy Jazz website is now live, perfectly timed with the announcement of:

Swing Into Sunday: Dance with Lindy Jazz
Part of the Durham Jazz Festival 2026, a wonderful weekend celebrating live music, rhythm and community across the city.

📅 Sunday 25 October
🕒 14:30 – 16:30
📍 St Oswald’s Institute

Step into the joy of swing with a friendly taster dance session.
Whether you’re a jazz lover or simply curious, come along and enjoy the music, the movement, and the atmosphere of this fantastic festival.

A heartfelt thank you to Trace Swindale of SuperDivine Web & Tech for creating a website that truly reflects what we do. We’re so pleased with how it showcases Lindy Jazz and the joy of dancing together.

Take a look, explore, and we hope to see you there 💃🎶🕺

Since 2007 Lindy Jazz have provided fun Swing Dance and Lindy Hop classes in Durham as well as online programmes

30/04/2026

From first steps to full-on socials… this is what Lindy Jazz is all about ✨

Learning, laughing, connecting — and finding your rhythm along the way.

No pressure. No partner needed. Just great music, friendly faces, and that moment when it all starts to click 🩷

If you’ve been thinking, “I’d love to try dancing… but I’m not sure I can” — this is your sign.

Our next Lindy Jazz course starts Tuesday 3 June.
Perfect for complete beginners and those who want to build confidence in a fun, relaxed way.

Come and join us… your future dancing self will thank you.

👉 Book your place now and start your journey - https://www.lindy-jazz.co.uk/classes/

30/04/2026

Last night’s class was so much fun!

There was a real shift in the room… a new level of confidence, more relaxed movement, and some lovely clear leading starting to shine through.

We explored pass-bys, worked on our sugar pushes, and added more swing into our dancing… and you could really feel the difference. Everything started to flow just that little bit more.

It’s always amazing to see how quickly things click when we keep it simple, stay relaxed, and trust the process.

Well done everyone… you made it a joy to teach!

27/04/2026

You’ve probably seen those dramatic Lindy Hop video clips. Dancers flying through the air, legs overhead, everything fast and full of tricks. It can look exciting, but it can also feel a bit intimidating.

At Lindy Jazz, you won’t walk into a room where everyone seems to know what they’re doing, dancing at full speed and launching into spectacularly impressive. moves. Instead, you’ll find a warm, welcoming space where we dance for fun, not to entertain anyone in particular.

We guide you step by step, so everything feels clear, natural, and doable. You’ll learn moves that make sense, build your confidence gradually, and actually enjoy the process of learning, practising, and dancing with others.

This is social dancing. Feet on the floor. Music you can enjoy. People you can connect with.

So when you come along to a Lindy Jazz class or social, you won’t feel like you have to perform. You’ll simply join in, relax into the music, and have a lovely time dancing with friends.

Give it a try! New course starts 6 June. https://www.lindy-jazz.co.uk/classes/

25/04/2026

From first steps to full-on socials… this is what Lindy Jazz is all about.
Learning, laughing, connecting and finding your rhythm along the way.

No pressure. No partner needed. Just great music, friendly faces, and that feeling when it all starts to click!

Come and join us… your future dancing self will thank you.