http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/ents.php This is a summary of events occuring in the next 21 days. For full details of all listed events please go to the Dance Related Events page on the South West Swing web site. Copyright 2010 South West Swing http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification South West Swing Web Site zoot@southwestswing.org.uk (Paul Thornton) zoot@southwestswing.org.uk (Paul Thornton) en-gb Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:50:07 +0100 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:50:07 +0100 Time: 7:45pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: St Thomas Cricket Club, Grace Road, Marsh Barton, Exeter (venue map)
Cost: £6 standard entry, £5 students, £8 new members
Contact: 07564 291918 or contact@cerocdevon.com

Ceroc Devon's Friday night freestyle. Beautiful, sprung dance floor, licensed bar and plenty of free, safe on street parking.
]]> Fri, 03 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0121184926 Time: 7:30pm-midnight
Event Type: Live Band
Dance Style: Jive, Swing and Rock 'n' Roll
Location: Exmouth Pavilion, The Esplanade, Exmouth (venue map)
Cost: £12 in advanced, £14 on the door
Contact: 01395 222477

A big jive event with live music from The Jive Aces and support from North Devon based band The Atlantics. Swing, jive and rock 'n' roll altogether in one night - some limited seating available, but plenty of room for dancing!
]]> Sun, 29 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0820151232 Time: 2pm-5:25pm (doors 1:45pm)
Event Type: Class / Workshop
Dance Style: Swing and Lindy Hop
Location: Clyst St George Parish Hall, Woodbury Road, Clyst St George (venue map)
Cost: £5 per person (booking in advance essential)
Contact: 07792 211032 or learnlindy.sws@gmail.com

Beginners / improvers Lindy Hop workshop with Lynn and Paul. Come and learn the basics of this great swing dance in a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Tea, coffee, soft drinks and chocolate biscuits included! Booking in advance essential.
]]> Sun, 29 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0703154520 Time: 11am-5pm
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: Sparkford Inn, High Street, Sparkford, Yeovil (venue map)
Cost: £13.50
Contact: 07821 071251 or info@dancelebeat.net

Dance Le Beat Jango workshop part 1 - suitable for improvers / intermediates. Lunch will be between 1-2pm. Between 4-5pm there will be cream tea and a freestyle included in the workshop price. Free DVD with all the moves and information.
]]> Sun, 29 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0624172942 Time: 7:30pm-late
Event Type: Class and Freestyle
Dance Style: Swing and Lindy Hop
Location: Upper Hall, St Matthias Church Hall, North Hill, Plymouth (venue map)
Cost: Early bird price £8.50, otherwise £10
Contact: 01752 892575, 07855 722512 or duncanandlouise@madaboutswing.com

Mad About Swing's Big Third Birthday. Another memorable night of swingin' tunes. Alcoholic and soft drinks provided free until 11pm.
]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0620171831 Time: 8pm-11pm
Event Type: Dance
Dance Style: Ballroom
Location: Longdown Village Hall, (on the Exeter to Moretonhampstead Road) Longdown Road, Longdown, Nr Exeter (venue map)
Cost: £5
Contact: 01392 499491 or 01392 811523

Longdown Ballroom Dancing Club evening dance with ballroom, latin and popular sequence dancing to CD music. Entry includes tea and biscuits. Licensed bar available.
]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0412172338 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive, Swing, Lindy Hop and Rock 'n' Roll
Location: The Marine Theatre, Church Street, Lyme Regis (venue map)
Cost: £7 before 9pm, £8 thereafter
Contact: 07967 282585 or russell@redhotrhythm.co.uk

Red Hot Rhythm's freestyle night with DJ Russell Payne. Fantastic character venue with a good sized dance floor. Stunning sea views, licensed bar and friendly atmosphere. This is an immensely popular venue, so early arrival is highly recommended.
]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0325170946 Time: 8pm-11:30pm (doors 7:15pm)
Event Type: Evening Dance
Dance Style: Ballroom Mixed Social
Location: City College, Kings Road, Devonport, Plymouth (venue map)
Cost: £6
Contact: 01626 335123 or jimfur@btopenworld.com

Jim's Candlelight Dancing - a lovely mix of Ballroom, Rock and Roll, Latin, Popular Sequence, Jive, Line, Old Tyme, Barn and Party Mixers, all blended together in one evening. The spotlight is on Dancing for fun, rather than on strict technique. These dances are very attractive for singles aged 35+. Many happy relationships flourish today for people who first met at Jim's. Dress - smart casual with tie.
]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0121192032 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: Exeter Corn Exchange, Market Street, Exeter (venue map)
Cost: £5 before 8:30pm on the night, £6 thereafter
Contact: 01404 850077, 07966 289995 or info@floorplayjive.co.uk

Exeter Jive's 'Big Night Out' freestyle from FloorPlay. Great DJ's and guest cabaret subject to availability.
]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0121183529 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: Royal British Legion, Mary Street, Taunton (venue map)
Cost: £7 on the door
Contact: 07887 995849 or gary@rivieraleroc.co.uk

Riviera LeRoc freestyle party night.
]]> Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0121181832 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: Moorhayes Community Centre, Lea Road, Tiverton (venue map)
Cost: £5 before 9pm, £6 thereafter
Contact: 01884 252544 or 07723 602059

Tiverton Jive freestyle party night. Fantastic wooden dancefloor, great atmosphere, large range of fab music from smooth to boppy, huge free car park and a fully licensed bar. Come join the fun and smiles.
]]> Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0104124316 Time: 7:15pm-9:45pm
Event Type: Class / Workshop
Dance Style: Lindy Hop
Location: Upper Hall, The Mansion House, 36 Fore Street, Totnes (venue map)
Cost: FREE
Contact: 01392 490022, 07821 721043 or janeswlindyhoppers@yahoo.com

The South West Lindy Hoppers FREE introductory Lindy Hop class. To be followed by a 6 week beginner's / improver's Lindy Hop course running on Tuesday evenings at the same venue (click here for further details).
]]> Tue, 24 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0820155214 Time: 7:45pm-10pm
Event Type: Class / Workshop
Dance Style: Lindy Hop
Location: Alphington Community Centre, Church Road, Alphington, Exeter (venue map)
Cost: FREE
Contact: 01392 490022, 07821 721043 or janeswlindyhoppers@yahoo.com

The South West Lindy Hoppers FREE introductory Lindy Hop class. To be followed by a 6 week beginner's / improver's Lindy Hop course running on Monday evenings at the same venue (click here for further details).
]]> Mon, 23 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0820154900 Time: 10am-2pm
Event Type: Dance
Dance Style: Various
Location: Nuffield Health Exeter Hospital, Wonford Road, Exeter (venue map)
Cost: £5 registration (with a minimum of £25 sponsorship raised) - includes a special event t-shirt
Contact: Helen on 01392 262131 for further info and to order your registration pack

Sponsored Dance-A-Thon: Dig out your dancing shoes and come join the fun for 4 hours of disco, bollywood, zumba, latin and street dance to raise money for Cancer Research UK. No previous experience necessary, all the routines will be led by professional dance teachers starting right from the basics, but minimum age is 12 years old. Cream teas, drink and BBQ food available for dancers and spectators + break time performances from local dance troupes. The individual dancer who raises the most sponsorship will be awarded a voucher to receive a free standard breast screening package worth £599.
]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0819180459 Time: 8pm-11pm
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: Upper Hall, St Matthias Church Hall, North Hill, Plymouth (venue map)
Cost: £5 on the door
Contact: 07966 757318 or mike@mikehaywoodart.co.uk

'Party 'till you drop' Jive Dance with DJ Mike Haywood - fantastic music and a fun night out. Free ice creams, tea and coffee or bring your own drinks and glasses.
]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0729115733 Time: 8pm-11:30pm (doors 7:15pm)
Event Type: Evening Dance
Dance Style: Ballroom Mixed Social
Location: Exeter Corn Exchange, Market Street, Exeter (venue map)
Cost: £6 on the door
Contact: 01626 335123 or jimfur@btopenworld.com

Jim's Candlelight Dancing - a lovely mix of Ballroom, Rock and Roll, Latin, Popular Sequence, Jive, Line, Old Tyme, Barn and Party Mixers, all blended together in one evening. The spotlight is on Dancing for fun, rather than on strict technique. These dances are very attractive for singles aged 35+. Many happy relationships flourish today for people who first met at Jim's. Dress - smart casual with tie.
]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0121192946 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Evening Dance
Dance Style: Swing and Lindy Hop
Location: Lydney Town Hall, Church Road, Lydney (venue map)
Cost: £5 on the door
Contact: 01594 833765 (organiser) or 01594 842234 (venue)

Forest of Dean Jive and Swing present the Lydney Hop dance with DJ Gary 'The Duke' Boon of Gloster Jive and Swing Dance. Bar and food available. 'Come and bop @ the Lydney Hop'.
]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0925162740 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: Blakes Dance Hall, St Saviours Avenue, Bridgwater (venue map)
Cost: £7
Contact: 07821 071251 or info@dancelebeat.net

Dance Le Beat freestyle. Short class between 8-8:30pm and free coffee and food at 10:30pm. Wonderful venue with a superb dance floor and seating all around. Parking outside and 2 car parks in easy walking distance.
]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0528213836 Time: 7:30pm-11pm
Event Type: Dance
Dance Style: Swing and Lindy Hop
Location: Upper Hall, St Matthias Church Hall, North Hill, Plymouth (venue map)
Cost: £5 on the door
Contact: 01752 491739, 07882 531712 or duncan@madaboutswing.com

Mad About Swing's 'Sugar Foot Stomp' - the new monthly social. Bring your own drinks... we'll provide the glasses. Evening begins with a beginner Lindy Hop class at 7:30pm.
]]> Sat, 14 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0620171149 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: Indian Queens Social Club, St Francis Road, Indian Queens, Cornwall (venue map)
Cost: £5
Contact: 01326 374174, 01726 861020 or 07811 696275

Newquay Jive freestyle dance with guest DJ Nick Stephens.
]]> Sat, 14 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0510175529 Time: 8pm-11:30pm (doors 7:15pm)
Event Type: Evening Dance
Dance Style: Ballroom Mixed Social
Location: City College, Kings Road, Devonport, Plymouth (venue map)
Cost: £6
Contact: 01626 335123 or jimfur@btopenworld.com

Jim's Candlelight Dancing - a lovely mix of Ballroom, Rock and Roll, Latin, Popular Sequence, Jive, Line, Old Tyme, Barn and Party Mixers, all blended together in one evening. The spotlight is on Dancing for fun, rather than on strict technique. These dances are very attractive for singles aged 35+. Many happy relationships flourish today for people who first met at Jim's. Dress - smart casual with tie.
]]> Sat, 14 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0121192011 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: The Moose Hall, Spinning Path, Blackboy Road, Exeter (venue map)
Cost: £5.50 before 8:30pm, £6 thereafter
Contact: 01404 850077, 07966 289995 or info@floorplayjive.co.uk

Exeter Jive's freestyle night - 2 dance floors.
]]> Sat, 14 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0121184308 Time: 8pm-midnight
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive and Swing
Location: Ex-Services and Social Club, St Georges Road, Yeo Vale, Barnstaple (venue map)
Cost: £5 before 9pm, £6 thereafter
Contact: 07817 144292 or info@letsdancejive.co.uk

Let's Dance Jive freestyle night with great music, friendly atmosphere, excellent venue, free parking. Dress theme: black and white.
]]> Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0121185851 Time: 8pm-1am
Event Type: Freestyle
Dance Style: Jive
Location: Edgar Hall, Somerton Business Park, Somerton (venue map)
Cost: Advance ticket only £8
Contact: 07821 071251 or info@dancelebeat.net

Dance Le Beat new venue opening freestyle night with Leroc class at 8:30pm with Merseysides 'Johnny LeRoc', one of best teaches around. Outstanding venue with a huge sprung dancefloor, fully air conditioned, low cost full bar, loads of parking. Free coffee and food at 10.30pm and lots of it. Not one to miss and tickets only.
]]> Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.southwestswing.org.uk/tw.php?i=0624173254