Welcome to SwingdanceUK – where vintage roots meet modern times.
Hi, I’m Simon Selmon, one of the pioneers of the UK Swing dance revival. I’ve spent over 40 years learning from the legends of Lindy Hop, dancing around the world, and helping thousands of people fall in love with the joy of Swing — from total beginners to seasoned pros.
I’ve danced in Harlem, been filmed in the movies and taught on TV - but what excites me most? Seeing someone light up on the dance floor for the first time.
At SwingdanceUK, we don’t just teach steps - we pass on a cultural legacy. Whether you want to master the Swing Out, glide through Balboa, jam in Solo Jazz, or just feel confident at your next party, our classes are welcoming, clearly structured and built with you in mind.
We believe Swing is more than a dance. It’s a language of rhythm, style and freedom and it’s open to everyone.
🖤 Come for the vintage vibes.
🔥 Stay for the music, movement & magic.
Founder of the London Swing Dance Society & SwingdanceUK, Simon Selmon
Award winning SwingdanceUK (formerly the London Swing Dance Society) is one of the world’s longest running swing dance companies, established in 1986, offering fun and friendly Swing dance tuition, parties and special events and dance performance. Specialising in vintage dances from the 1900s to the 1960s including Cakewalk, Ragtime, early Foxtrot, Charleston, Big Apple, Shim Sham, Lindy Hop, Shag, Balboa and Jive. Led by original founder Simon Selmon and his partner Anna Selmon.
Meet the SwingdanceUK teams:
Simon & Anna
SwingdanceUK's Professional Dancers & Teachers
Simon Selmon and Anna Selmon are the UK’s favourite Jitterbugs. The experts in getting you on the dance floor and looking and feeling as though you are dancing in a vintage movie.
The Sugarfoot Stompers
SwingdanceUK's Professional Dancers
From atmosphere dancing to a full-on show, a formal dance class to one-on-one teaching, the Sugarfoot Stompers are the perfect ingredient to make your event one to remember. They perform, teach and add a fun vintage touch everywhere they go, as a single couple or a small troupe.
The Diamond Girls
SwingdanceUK's Chorus Girl Troupe
Add some sparkle and glamour to your event with SwingdanceUK's cheekiest girls. From a duet to a Chorus Line they will dazzle you with their Gatsby Charleston, Vintage Kickline, Broadway Jazz and Showgirl numbers.
The Lindy Crew
SwingdanceUK's Semi-Professional and Amateur Performance Team
Composed of trainee teachers and enthusiastic students, the Lindy crew loves going out and spreading the joy of Swing dancing. Whether at a charity event or a family festival, they will go around with a big smile, add atmosphere, taxi dance and encourage others on the dance floor! The ideal option to bring extra pizzazz to your event whilst keeping within your budget.
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*Best Swing Dance School 2024* Greater London Enterprise Awards 2024
*Dance School of the Year 2024* Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024
*Swing Dance School of the Year 2024* UK Enterprise Awards 2024
*Best Swing Dance Course Company 2024* Southern Enterprise Awards 2024
*Best Swing Dance Tuition Company 2024 - London* Business Excellence Awards 2024
*Best Online Swing Dance Course Company - London* Southern Enterprise Awards 2023
*Best Swing Tuition Provider* Greater London Enterprise Awards 2022
*Best Swing Dance Entertainment Provider - UK* Annual Hospitality Awards 2021
*Best Swing Dance Studio* Northern Enterprise Awards 2021