Dear dancers,
Now that restrictions are easing up we are in a position to think about how and when we are restarting dancing classes.
Before we can start dancing again there is lots to think about and plan including finding a new venue for classes, teaching preparation and working out new safety policies.
We’ve created a survey to gauge everyone’s comfort levels regarding dancing and coronavirus precautions. Your answers will help us shape future Highland Swing dancing classes' policies.
Thank you for your time and hopefully see you all on the dance floor soon!
We run weekly swing dancing classes in Inverness on a Tuesday night and blues dancing classes once a month on a Tuesday night after improvers Lindy class.
Swing dancing
- Weekly classes -Tuesday nights
- Improvers class - 19.00 - 20.00
- Beginners class - 20.00 - 21.00
- Social dancing - 21.00 - 21.30
Our Improvers class is aimed at people who have been to a couple of blocks of 6 count and 8 count Lindy Hop and Charleston, and are comfortable social dancing all three.
Every beginners class is accessible both to people who have been coming to our classes and for first time Lindy Hoppers.
Blues dancing
- Monthly classes - Tuesday nights - next class TBC.
- All level class 20.00 - 21.00. Beginners welcome.
We are always on the look out for opportunities to dance to live music, where these are available we will head out after class for further dancing and socialising.
Now that restrictions are easing up we are in a position to think about how and when we are restarting dancing classes.
Before we can start dancing again there is lots to think about and plan including finding a new venue for classes, teaching preparation and working out new safety policies.
We’ve created a survey to gauge everyone’s comfort levels regarding dancing and coronavirus precautions. Your answers will help us shape future Highland Swing dancing classes' policies.
Thank you for your time and hopefully see you all on the dance floor soon!
We run weekly swing dancing classes in Inverness on a Tuesday night and blues dancing classes once a month on a Tuesday night after improvers Lindy class.
Swing dancing
- Weekly classes -Tuesday nights
- Improvers class - 19.00 - 20.00
- Beginners class - 20.00 - 21.00
- Social dancing - 21.00 - 21.30
Our Improvers class is aimed at people who have been to a couple of blocks of 6 count and 8 count Lindy Hop and Charleston, and are comfortable social dancing all three.
Every beginners class is accessible both to people who have been coming to our classes and for first time Lindy Hoppers.
Blues dancing
- Monthly classes - Tuesday nights - next class TBC.
- All level class 20.00 - 21.00. Beginners welcome.
We are always on the look out for opportunities to dance to live music, where these are available we will head out after class for further dancing and socialising.
cost
Class + social = £5 (£3 conc)
Do I qualify as a concession?
Highland Swing is a community-run group and we want to make Lindy Hop as accessible to as many people as possible on an 'honesty'-type basis. As a result, we are happy to give a concession price to anyone who feels they need it. This may include people with disabilities, old age pensioners, students or people on low-incomes.
Do I qualify as a concession?
Highland Swing is a community-run group and we want to make Lindy Hop as accessible to as many people as possible on an 'honesty'-type basis. As a result, we are happy to give a concession price to anyone who feels they need it. This may include people with disabilities, old age pensioners, students or people on low-incomes.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a partner? No! Swing and Blues dancing are social dances - that means we dance with lots of different people, and encourage dancers to rotate partners in class to reflect the heritage of the dance. Lots of people come on their own, and we're a friendly bunch!
What should I wear? Clothes you can move in, teamed with sensible shoes that don't have too much grip and are comfortable enough to hop around in for a couple of hours! Plimsoll type shoes, or something smooth leather soled is ideal.
What should I bring? Bring your own water bottle and perhaps a change of shirt in case you get sticky. This swing thing can be hard work!
Our Venue
The Old High Hall
Academy Street, Inverness
Accessible parking: on Church St (limited)
Parking: Rose Street Car Parks
Accessible parking: on Church St (limited)
Parking: Rose Street Car Parks
