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Bude Jazz Festival 2026 – Dance Class Experience

Four Days. Eleven Classes. Endless Joy on the Dance Floor.

Step into the rhythm of the Bude Jazz Festival with Swingsters’ exciting programme of dance classes! Whether you’re brand new, a seasoned social dancer, or a swing‑dance addict, we’ve crafted a line‑up bursting with energy, nostalgia, and pure festival fun.

Join us for solo and partnered classes, iconic vintage styles, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere Swingsters is known for.

Come along with or without a partner – public car parks close to both venues.

Book your tickets below!

1 Class: £10 per person

2 Classes (same day): £15 per person

All‑Day Pass: £20 per person

Swingsters Jazz 2026

Tuesday

Tuesday 1st September 9:30–10:30

Social Foxtrot. Parkhouse Centre. Glide, sway, and smile your way into the festival with this wonderfully smooth partnered dance. The Social Foxtrot is elegant, friendly, and fabulously fun — ideal for absolute beginners and seasoned dancers wanting a warm up that feels like floating across the floor. All Welcome

Tuesday 1st September 10:45–11:45

Cha Cha Cha. Parkhouse Centre. Bring the sunshine! This Latin favourite is cheeky, rhythmic, and impossible not to love. Expect hip action, playful footwork, and music that makes you grin. Perfect for anyone wanting to spice up their festival experience. All Welcome

Tuesday 1st September 18:30–19:30

Balboa. Bude & North Cornwall Golf Club. Smooth, stylish, and effortlessly cool - Balboa is the swing dance that feels like silk. Ideal for fast jazz tempos, this class will have you gliding with grace and connection. All Welcome

Wednesday

Wednesday 2nd September 9:30–10:30

The Majestic (Solo). Parkhouse Centre. Step back into the fabulous 50s with a routine packed full of joyful jazz moves. It’s upbeat, nostalgic, and guaranteed to leave you buzzing. No partner needed — just bring your energy! Beginners / All Welcome

Wednesday 2nd September 10:45–11:45

1920s Charleston. Parkhouse Centre. It’s wild, it’s iconic, and it wins Strictly every time! Learn the kicks, swivels, and vintage flair that made the Charleston the dance of the roaring twenties. Beginners / All Welcome

Wednesday 2nd September 18:30–19:30

Peabody. Bude & North Cornwall Golf Club. Fast, quirky, and full of personality - the Peabody is a joyful partnered dance to Ragtime and Hot Jazz. Expect laughter, speed, and a whole lot of fun. All Welcome

Thursday

Thursday 3rd September 9:30–10:30

The Tush Push (Solo). Parkhouse Centre. A cool jazz routine bursting with rhythm, sass, and attitude. This one’s a crowd pleaser - upbeat, expressive, and perfect for dancers who love a bit of flair. Beginners / All Welcome

Thursday 3rd September 10:45–11:45

Lindy Charleston. Parkhouse Centre. The original jive dance! This improvers level class blends classic Charleston with Lindy Hop technique for dancers ready to level up their swing skills. Improvers

Thursday 3rd September 18:30–19:30

Heel Shag. Bude & North Cornwall Golf Club. Soulful, stylish, and seriously cool - Heel Shag is a partnered dance with attitude. Expect smooth grooves, playful footwork, and a whole lot of character. All Welcome

Friday

Friday 4th September 10:45–11:45

Collegiate Shag. Parkhouse Centre. Fast, bouncy, and ridiculously fun - Collegiate Shag is the swing dance that college kids made famous. High energy, high smiles, and perfect for beginners. Beginners / All Welcome

Friday 4th September 9:30–10:30

Lindy Hop (8 Count), Parkhouse Centre . The king of swing! This improvers class focuses on classic 8 count Lindy Hop footwork, connection, and style. Ideal for dancers with some experience or previous classes. Improvers – Experience Required

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