Description
Hello!
We are Bristol University Swing Society (BUSS)! Swing is a group of dances that originated in the 1920s and 30s within African American communities in Harlem, New York City. We tend to focus on Lindy Hop, a partnered social dance. A six or eight count footwork basic is used as the general idea, but we love how improvisational and relaxed this dance is! Swing is generally danced to jazz music, often to live jazz bands. We run weekly swing dancing sessions including a beginners and intermediate class, so there's something for everyone no dancing background necessary!
We will also be running regular socials, including dance events, cafe trips, and more - so sign up for a good time all year round!
Hope to dance with you soon!
Class information:
Our classes are £2.50, or FREE if you are a member.
Class schedule:
Mondays 19:00-21:00 Beginners and intermediate class with social dancing. Location: Carpenter Room Richmond Building
Wednesdays 19:00-21:00 Alternative dance styles! Location: Room 3.20 Richmond Building
Our classes are super relaxed and friendly, and you'll get to know everyone over the year! You'll have the opportunity to learn both follow and lead roles as you pick up lots of fun moves throughout the terms. Wear whatever is comfortable for you to move in, whether that's sportswear and trainers or vintage style swing clothing! There is no need to bring a partner with you as everyone will rotate and dance with everyone else (unless you'd prefer not to!), but feel free to bring friends along!
Location:
Our Monday lessons are in the Carpenter Room in the Richmond Building (2nd floor)
Our Wednesday lessons are in Room 3.20 in the Richmond Building
(Richmond building, 105 Queens Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1LN)
Memberships:
Our annual memberships are just £15! Just click + Join this group!
Annual membership gets you FREE regular classes, plus discounts on special classes, events, socials, trips and more!
People of all ages, levels and backgrounds are welcome. We pride ourselves on being an open, friendly and down-to-earth society.
Regular events:
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Monthly social dance at the Southbank Bristol - Ain't Misbehavin'
Committee 2026/27:
President: Anna Holliday
Vice President: Ezra Aditya
Secretary: Segen Bedeau
Treasurer: Will Buesnel
Equality Officer and Wellbeing Champion: Ruby Atkinson
Newbie Rep: Izzy Bennett
Teaching Coordinator: George Wiltshire
Teaching Coordinator: Anna Douglas
Follow us on social media to stay updated on all things Swing:
Instagram: @uobswingsoc
To sign up to our weekly emails, click here for weekly updates
Facebook: Bristol University Swing Society
Email:
If you have any questions, please email uobswingsoc@gmail.com or message us on Instagram.
Calendar:
Check out our calendar for all the regular classes, socials, and big events we have going on.
Terms and conditions
Click here to view terms and conditions
Membership Fee Inclusions
Prior to signing up to a Club or Society speak to the Committee to find out what your membership includes and if there are any further expenses throughout the year.
Service Standards
All Club or Society members can expect to receive:
- The opportunity to attend regular meetings, events, activities, trips and socials as arranged.
- The opportunity to stand for a committee position or vote in their elections (Bristol students only).
- For Sports Club – to attend regular training sessions and have the opportunity to be selected for the teams.
Code of Conduct
When joining a club or society you are agreeing to abide by the constitution, general rules, regulations and policies of University of Bristol Students’ Union and also the Club or Society Code of Conduct which sets out the level of behaviour & discipline expected of all Club & Society members.
Refund Policy
Any customer who pays for a membership subscription to a Bristol SU Society, Sports Club, Student Media and initiatives has a 14 day cooling off period from the time and date of purchase during which they have the right to cancel the subscription and receive a full refund. If you do decide to cancel within the 14 days, Bristol SU will refund your payment within a further 30 days of the cancellation. To request a refund please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk
Data sharing (Sports Club members only)
Please be aware that Bristol SU may share data relating to the members of its sports clubs with the Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health (a department of the University). This information may be used for the purposes of communicating direct with these members and/or to cross-reference against SEH's Sports Pass membership records.
As part of Bristol SU's membership of British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Bristol SU may have to share data on to its sports clubs members so BUCS can, from time to time, communicate with these members.
Data sharing (Societies members only)
If you're joining one of the societies listed below please be aware that your name and email address will be shared with Bristol Hub for the purpose of keeping you up to date with their activities through their email “The Week”:
AIESEC Bristol, AMICUS Bristol, Anti-Slavery Society, Bristol Feminists, Bristol Friends of MSF, Bristol Marrow, Bristol Social Enterprise Society, Bristol Student Action for Refugees, Bristol University Amnesty International, Conservation Group, Bristol University Oxfam Group, Bristol University Sustainability Team, Bristol Volunteers for Development Abroad, Engineers Without Borders, Howard League for Penal Reform Student Society, International Affairs Society, Medsin Bristol, Model United Nations, and Vegetarian and Vegan Society.
For more information on Bristol Hub visit: http://www.bristolhub.org.
If you do not want your details shared with the Hub please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk.
These terms shall be governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. Nothing in these terms shall exclude liability for fraudulent misrepresentation.
