Online Private Lessons with Simon
Simon is your coach, trainer or mentor - your partner in learning to Swing dance!
Offering all styles of Swing/Lindy Hop, Jive, Balboa, 20s Charleston, Authentic Jazz, Early Foxtrot and Blues.
Plus - Send in a video of your dancing beforehand and get personalised feedback on your social dancing or competition routine at your next lesson!
Suitable for solo or couples! Ideal for social dancers, competitors or your first dance!
Private lessons are a great way to learn, either on your own, with a partner or in a small group
Suitable for all levels from absolute beginners to professional dancers.
Benefits of private lessons include:
Learn to social dance or learn a routine
Great exercise
You have the undivided attention of your teacher
Go at your own pace
Work on what you want to learn or be guided by our experience
Relaxed & friendly environment.
Develop a solid foundation to get more out of social dancing or group classes.
Looking for an unusual present for a special friend? Treat them to a private class and give them the gift of dance - click here for details
Wedding Survival!
Nervous about your “first dance”?
Surprise your guests with a magical and memorable dance routine.
Our experience can help you from learning the basics to choreographing a simple (or not so simple!) routine for your first dance!
How many lessons will I need?
That really depends on you!
In one lesson you’ll usually learn at least 3 basic movess and a flashy ending.
In at least 3/4 lessons (which we recommend for most people) you’ll get to look more comfortable on the dance floor plus you will have learnt a skill for life.
In 6/12 or more lessons you can learn a polished choreography.
The Practical Stuff
Where:
In our studio at 266 Long Drive, Ruislip, Middx. HA4 0HY.
There is plenty of free street parking. Closest tubes South Ruislip (Central) or Eastcote (Metropolitan & Piccadilly).
Or from anywhere in the world online via Zoom.
If you want to do the lessons at other locations, rent your own studio or if you have space in your home, we can come to you.
Please note, if we have to travel to you there may be a minimum booking of 2 hours plus travel.
Email us for a list of recommended studios in central London.
Cost:
In person from £60 for 1 hour (Discount for multiple lessons)
For small groups up to 6 dancers from £75
Zoom prices start at £45 for 1 hour
Please note: Minimum of 48 hours notice if you need to cancel in order to avoid paying for the lesson
Please Email Simon for prices, availability & bookings at mail@swingdanceuk.com or call 07932 775 886.
Please include:
Dancer/s names:
Styles you are interested in: Swing (Lindy Hop) / Blues / Balboa / Charleston / Solo Jazz / Other
In one or two words please describe your dance experience:
Purpose of class/objective:
Preferred timings (UK time)Weekday (Mornings / Afternoons / Evenings) or Weekend
What people say…
Neither of us have had a one to one lesson before and it was really incredibly insightful and helpful. Simons teaching style is one of encouragement bringing out our strengths and individuality whilst working on our weaknesses to improve our overall dance style and technique.
I wanted to improve my Balboa following for social dancing so I booked a private lesson with Simon. I had taken some group classes before the lesson, but I wanted to focus on technique and make sure I wasn’t developing any bad habits. Simon did a fantastic job of running through all of the basics and he gave me lots of really good advice on frame, weight and positioning. He was excellent at quickly spotting where I was making mistakes and explaining how I could improve. The things he taught me were really helpful and I would highly recommend Simon’s lessons to any dancer looking to improve.
I took a private lesson with Simon in order to improve my connection as a follower in Lindy. During the 1-hour lesson we went through the most relevant connection points and techniques and thanks to some really connection-tailored exercises I felt that I made immediate progress.