Wednesday 21 November 2012

Christmas Party - Weds 12 Dec


7.45pm Charleston class (suitable for ALL levels), 
Drinks and Christmas treats,
AND over 2 hours of dancing (Lindy, Balboa & Charleston)
St Michaels Church Hall, Portland Road, Summertown, OX2 7EZ


Thursday 25 October 2012

Classes & Course dates to Jan 2013

LINDY CLASSES & COURSES
Weds 12 Dec - Last class before Christmas Break and
Charleston Christmas party night ...for all classes! 
(See our separate post for details)

Weds 9 Jan - Classes resume and
next Basics & Intermediate 1 courses start  

BALBOA CLASSES & COURSES
Mon 10 Dec - Last class before Christmas Break
Weds 12 Dec - Charleston Christmas party (see above)

Mon 14 Jan - Classes resume and
next Beginners' Course starts


PRIVATE SESSIONS (Lindy & Balboa)
Please contact us if the dates below are not suitable - we'll do our best to arrange something else for you.
To book - email us at oxfordswingdance@googlemail.com
Venue  - The Coach House, Quarry Road, Headington, OX3 8NZ
Time   - 6pm
Dates . . .  Sunday,
13 Jan
27 Jan
3 Feb
17 Feb
10 March
24 March

Sunday 23 September 2012

Don't miss our next social dance !



Back Beat Boogie!

Sat 13 October 2012

Come and Boogie to the Back Beat with

Oxford Swing Dance

and one of our favourite DJs

Gary "the Duke" Boon

The Empress Ballroom, Rover Sports & Social Club
Roman Way, Horspath Road (behind BMW complex)
Oxford OX4  6NL 

8.15pm - 11.45pm
Entrance: £8 on the door
Large dance floor, bar AND on-site parking !


Directions (postcode OX4 6NL) . . .

Google Maps:   http://goo.gl/maps/fcr0w   
(not quite accurate but obvious from the map!)
Local buses:     http://www.oxfordbus.co.uk

From A34 south
Exit A34 at Hinksey Hill Interchange to join Oxford Ring Road (A423) eastbound.  Stay on Ring Road for approx 3 miles following signs for London/M40/Cowley.  Turn right at lights just past exit for Oxford Business Park/Cowley into Horspath Road - between BMW & Yellow Storage.  Take the first right into Roman Way (behind BMW complex).  The entrance to the RS&SC is on the left.  The Empress Ballroom is through the front entrance.  Extra parking at the rear of the building. 
From North Oxford or M40/A40
From the junction of A40 & A4142 (Headington Roundabout) follow the Oxford Ring Road south towards A34, Abingdon & Newbury.  At the 3rd set of traffic lights, turn left into Horspath Road (by Big Yellow Storage).  Take the first right into Roman Way (behind BMW complex).  The entrance to the RS&SC is on the left.  The Empress Ballroom is through the front entrance.  Extra parking at the rear of the building.

Thursday 23 August 2012

Classes & course dates - Sept to Dec 2012

LINDY
Weds 5 Sept - New term starts and next Basics & Intermediate 1 courses start
Weds 17 Oct - Extra social dancing for one week only 
9.15pm-10.30pm - after the Basics & Intermediate 1 classes.  
Dont' forget to book the babysitter!
Weds 24 Oct - Next Basics & Intermediate 1 courses start

BALBOA
Mon 10 Sept - New term and next Beginners' Course starts
Mon 29 Oct - Next Beginners' Course starts.  Intermediate class continues as normal.

PRIVATE SESSIONS (Lindy & Balboa)
Please contact us if the dates below are not suitable - we'll do our best to arrange something else for you.
To book - email us at oxfordswingdance@googlemail.com

Venue  - The Coach House, Quarry Road, Headington, OX3 8NZ
Time   - 6pm
Dates . . .
Sunday 23 Sept - FULLY BOOKED
Sunday 7 Oct - FULLY BOOKED
Sunday 14 Oct - FULLY BOOKED
Sunday 4 Nov - FULLY BOOKED
Sunday 18 Nov - one place available
Sunday 2 Dec - one place available
Sunday 9 Dec - FULLY BOOKED
Future dates from January 2013 onwards tba ...


Thursday 12 July 2012

Practice / Social Night - Weds 15 August

Join us for a mid-break Practice Night (Lindy & Balboa) to keep your dance shoes warm until classes start again in September.  There won't be a formal class but we'll be on hand to help out if you've any questions (only about dancing!) and the music will be playing all evening so there'll be lots of time to practise and catch up with everyone.

Time:     7.30pm - 10.30pm
Date:     Weds 15 August 2012
Venue:   St Michael's Church Hall, Portland Road, Summertown OX2 7EZ


Guests are welcome, so if you've any family or friends who'd like to see what you get up to on a Wednesday night bring them along.  Look forward to seeing you all there!

Wednesday 4 July 2012

Lindy & Balboa Party Night - Weds 11 July

To celebrate a great year of Lindy & Balboa classes, join us for a Party Night on Weds 11 July before we break for the summer (don't worry, there's plenty going on during the break - see our Classes and Course Dates entry).  Everyone's welcome from all our classes - Lindy and Balboa.  There'll be extra social dancing so don't forget to book the babysitter!


*  Bring a guest if you've got friends or family who are interested in starting classes in September or who just want to see what it's all about, bring them along too!
*  Venue - our Summertown venue, St Michael's Church Hall, Portland Road, OX2 7EZ
*  7.45pm  Ryan's Swing Stroll - learn this fun, easy stroll, danced to Nina Simone's classic "My baby just cares for me".  This is suitable for all levels to join in.
*  8.45-10.30pm  - Lots of music, fun, dancing, drinks and snacks.
*  Shoes for sale - if there's enough demand, we're hoping that the Dance Locker will be able to come along with that perfect pair of shoes for you to dance the night away.  If you'd like to see what's available or to order some to be delivered on 11 July, go to www.thedancelocker.com  
*  Half price entry - for anyone who attends the Balboa class on Mon 9 July (bargain!) 

Classes & course dates - July-Sept 2012

BALBOA
Mon 9 July - last class before summer break
Weds 11 July - Lindy & Balboa Party Night!  (for details see Party Night!)
August - Mid-break Practice Night (date and details coming soon)
Mon 10 Sept - New term and next Beginners' Course starts


LINDY
Weds 11 July - last class before summer break and Lindy & Balboa Party Night!  (see separate entry for details)
August - Mid-break Practice Night (date and details coming soon)
Weds 5 Sept - New term starts and next Basics & Intermediate 1 courses start


PRIVATE SESSIONS
We're arranging some extra private sessions during the summer break.  Contact us for details.

Saturday 16 June 2012

Beginners / Improvers workshop - Sun 17 June

Your fast track to the dance floor ...

Have you just started Lindy classes but haven't quite made it to the dance floor yet?  Sign up for our Beginners / Improvers workshop - this Sunday.  Suitable for anyone who's attended our Basics course or a few Lindy classes elsewhere, this workshop will help improve your technique, styling and confidence on the dance floor.


Time:  3pm-6pm (doors open 2.45pm)
Venue:  Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal St, Oxford OX2 6BQ
Cost:  £15 (payment in advance only).  Tea, coffee & cakes included!
Booking & Payment: email oxfordswingdance@googlemail.com 

Monday 4 June 2012

Classes update

No Balboa classes tonight (4 June) due to the extended Bank Holiday, but we'll continue as normal next week - 11 June.  


Lindy classes will continue as normal this Wednesday (6 June).





Saturday 28 April 2012

Next social dance - Sat 9 June 2012

(Don't forget to check our Facebook page for chat and lots of photos!)

Back Beat Boogie!
Sat 9 June 2012

Come and boogie to the back beat
with
Oxford Swing Dance
and one of our favourite DJs
Gary "the Duke" Boon

8.15pm - 11.45pm
Kennington Village Centre, Kennington, Oxford
OX1  5 PG (directions & links below)
Entrance: £8 on the door

***  Large dance floor  ***  Air-conditioned hall  ***
***  On-site parking  ***


Directions (postcode OX1  5PG) . . .

Google Maps:   http://g.co/maps/8ehpw
Local buses:     http://www.oxfordbus.co.uk
From A34 (north or south)

Exit A34 at Hinksey Hill Interchange to join Oxford Ring Road (A423) eastbound.  At the roundabout at the top of the slip road, follow signs for London/M40/Cowley.  Within a few hundred metres of the roundabout, take the slip road towards Kennington.  Take the next right.  Follow Directions through the village (see below). 
From North Oxford & M40/A40
Join the Oxford Ring Road heading south (A4142) towards A34 (Abingdon/Newbury).  Continue on the Ring Road past BMW and Sainsbury until you reach the traffic lights at Kennington roundabout (near Redbridge Park & Ride).  Stay on the Ring Road (now A423) but soon after the traffic lights take the slip road to Kennington.  Turn left at the T-junction and follow Directions through the village (see below).
Directions through the village
From A423 continue into the village for approx 0.75 mile until you see The Tandem pub on the left.  Kennington Village Centre is directly opposite (large blue doors).  The entrance to the car park is a few metres further on the right, alongside the Social Club next door.

Saturday 14 April 2012

Newsletter - April 2012

(Scroll down for archived news and don't forget to check our Facebook page for chat and lots of photos!)


Time to dust of the dance shoes and get back to classes after the Easter break, so here's the latest news.  In brief ...


Balboa - new beginners course, term and class dates
Lindy - Term and class dates, workshop
Private classes - Sunday dates available for Lindy & Balboa

Saturday 24 March 2012

Classes & course dates: March - May 2012

(Scroll down for archived news and don't forget to check our Facebook page for chat and lots of photos!)

Lindy classes in Summertown
Our last class of this term will be on Weds 28 March.  We'll then take a short break over Easter and start the new term on Weds 18 April.  
The next Basics and Intermediate 1 courses will also start on Weds 18 April.


Balboa classes in New Marston
Our last class of this term will be on Mon 26 March.  We'll be taking the same short break over Easter and will start the new term on Mon 16 April.  
NEW for April !   An introductory course for beginners / improvers to give you an easy transition into Balboa.  Details to be announced shortly so . . . 


keep checking this page - or sign up for our newsletter so you don't miss out on the latest info.



Thursday 8 March 2012

Beginners workshop - Sun 11 Mar

(For info on classes and other news, scroll down and click on the relevant section - and don't forget to check our Facebook page for lots of photos!)

THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULL!  If you're interested in future workshops, you can go on our mailing list to receive up to date info in advance.  Email us to register.


For those who've already booked, read on for details of Sunday's workshop ... 

Thursday 23 February 2012

Next social dance - Sat 25 Feb

(For info on classes and other news, scroll down and click on the relevant title - and don't forget to check our Facebook page for lots of great photos!)

Back Beat Boogie!

Come and boogie to the back beat 
with
Oxford Swing Dance
Sat 25 February 2012
8pm - 11.45pm
at
Kennington Village Centre, Kennington, Oxford
OX1 5 PG  (directions & link below)
Entrance:  £8 on the door

*  Large dance floor  *  Air-conditioned hall  *  Easy, on-site parking  *
*  Directions and buses below  *


Link to Google Maps:  http://g.co/maps/8ehpw  
Local buses:  http://www.oxfordbus.co.uk  
Directions to Kennington Village Centre, OX1 5PG . . .

From A34 (north or south)
Exit A34 at Hinksey Hill interchange to join Oxford Ring Road (A423) eastbound.  At roundabout at top of slip road follow signs for London/M40/Cowley.  Within a few hundred metres of leaving the roundabout take the slip road towards Kennington.  Take the next turning right.  Follow Directions through the village (see below).
  
From North Oxford & M40/A40
Join the Oxford Ring Road heading south (A4142) towards A34 (Abingdon/ Newbury).  Continue on the Ring Road past BMW and Sainsbury until you reach the traffic lights at Kennington roundabout (near Redbridge Park & Ride).  Stay on the Ring Road (now A423) but soon after the traffic lights take the slip road left to Kennington.  Turn left at the T-junction and follow Directions through the village (see below).

Directions through the village
From A423 drive into Kennington village for approx 3/4 mile until you see The Tandem pub on the left.  Kennington Village Centre is directly opposite (blue front doors).  The entrance to the car park is a few metres further along on the right, alongside the social club next door.





Sunday 19 February 2012

Newsletter - Feb 2012

Wow, it's February already - and the new Summertown venue seems to have been a good move for our Lindy classes with its large dance floor and lots of new members - the tea & coffee are particularly popular!  So, here are some important dates for your diary  (and btw, the wierd spacing & font sizes on this page aren't our fault - sorry!) . . .


1)  BACK BEAT BOOGIE !  Sat 25 Feb.  Don't miss the next OSD dance!
2)  Lindy classes:  Course & Term dates from Feb - April 2012
3)  Sun 11 March:  Lindy Fast Beginners workshop - fast-track onto the dance floor!
4)  Mel & Jo at Balboa:  Mon 27 Feb!
5)  Private classes with OSD teachers - availability . . .


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Sunday 5 February 2012

In case of snow ...

Scroll down for class dates, dances and other news.
And don't forget to visit our Facebook page for lots of photos! (click on link from Home page) 
 
Despite snow in some areas, all classes will be running as usual this week - but make sure you check this page before you leave home if more is forecast.

Keep warm!

Monday 30 January 2012

Don't miss the dance on Sat 25 Feb!

For previous news, classes & dates scroll down and click on the relevant date & title.
See our Facebook page for lots of photos! (click on link from Home page) 


Back Beat Boogie !
 
join us on
 
Sat 25 February 2012
 
at
Kennington Village Centre, Kennington, Oxford OX1 5PG
 8 pm - 11.45 pm
Entrance:  £8.00 on the door

* Excellent dance floor and AIR-CONDITIONED hall *
* Plenty of parking - directions below *
* Soft drinks available or bring your own - for alcoholic tipples, the Tandem pub is only across the road *
 Make a note in your diary ! 
 

How to get to Kennington Village Centre, OX1 5PG ... 

FROM A34 (NORTH OR SOUTH)
Exit A34 at Hinksey Hill Interchange to join Oxford Ring Road (A423) eastbound.  At roundabout at top of slip road follow signs for London/M40/Cowley.  Within a few hundred yards of leaving the roundabout take the slip road towards Kennington.  Take the next turning right.  Follow directions through the village (see below).
 
FROM NORTH OXFORD AND M40/A40
Join the Oxford Ring Road heading south on A4142 towards A34 (Abingdon/ Newbury).  Continue on the Ring Road, past BMW and Sainsbury, until you reach the traffic lights at Kennington roundabout  (near Park & Ride).  Stay on the Ring Road (now A423) but very soon after the traffic lights take the slip road to Kennington.  Turn left at the T-junction and follow directions through the village (see below).
 
DIRECTIONS THROUGH THE VILLAGE
From A423, drive through the village for approx ¾ mile until you see The Tandem pub on the left.  Kennington Village Centre is directly opposite (blue front doors).  The entrance to the car park is a few yards further along on the right, alongside the Social Club next door.

Thursday 12 January 2012

Classes & course dates Jan - April 2012

For archived news, scroll down and click on the relevant date and title.
And visit our Facebook page (link from Home page) for lots of photos!
  
Balboa in New Marston
The new term started on Mon 9 Jan but don't forget, Beginners/Improvers are welcome to start at any time during the term.  Or, if you're new to partner dancing and feel a bit hesitant, you can also book an introductory session to get you started on the dance floor (see Classes page for details).
The last class before the short Easter break will be on Mon 26 March.
Classes will resume after Easter on Mon 16 April.
 
Lindy in Summertown
The new venue in Summertown looks like it's going to be a huge success with over 45 people attending the re-launch night!
The new term and Basics & Intermediate 1 courses started on Weds 11 Jan.  You can join in at any time during the term but if you're a complete beginner and would prefer to start at the beginning of a course, the next one starts on Weds 22 Feb.
The last class before the short Easter break will be on Weds 28 March.
Classes will resume after Easter on Weds 18 April.
 
See you on the dance floor ...
 

Thursday 5 January 2012

Class dates and Lindy Bomb - 7 January!

Happy New Year !!  Hope you all had a fabulous Christmas and are looking forward to dusting off your dance shoes ...


BALBOA CLASSES in New Marston
1)    New term dates

LINDY CLASSES in Summertown
2)    Lindy Bomb on Saturday 7 Jan to promote classes at the
       NEW VENUE IN SUMMERTOWN!
3)    Term & course dates Jan - April 2012
4)    Dates for your diary
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BALBOA CLASSES in New Marston 

1)  New term dates

Classes start again on Mon 9 January.  We'll be starting from scratch with the basics in the first class so if you know anyone who wants to join us, let them know!    Complete beginners always welcome - come early for a private session before the main classes start.  Details on the website.

LINDY CLASSES in Summertown

2)  Lindy Bomb in Summertown - Saturday 7 January

We'd love it you could join us to help promote the new venue in Summertown!  So come & dance your socks off - or just hand out some leaflets.  We'll be meeting at approx 11am outside St Michaels Church Hall, Portland Road, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7EZ (unrestricted parking in the road).  After that, you'll find us somewhere along the main shopping area ... the forecast is for sunny spells and a balmy 10 degrees!!

3)  Term & course dates - Jan to April 2012

Don't forget - Wednesday classes are no longer held in Barton.
New venue - St Michael's Church Hall, Portland Road, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7EZ.
Classes start again on Wed 11 January 2012
Basics & Intermediate 1 courses start on Wed 11 January & Wed 22 Feb.
Easter break - last class on Wed 28 March.
Please see the web site for details of class times and further information.

4)   Dates for your diary

Fri 6 Jan - Hop the Hall.  Oxford's monthly dance at St Margaret's Community Hall, Polstead Road, off Woodstock Road.

Sat 7 Jan - Lindy Bomb in Summertown.  Help us promote the new classes in Summertown.  Meeting at 11am / 11.30am Details above.

Mon 9 Jan - Balboa classes resume in New Marston.

Weds 11 Jan - Lindy classes start at new venue in Summertown.

Sat 28 Jan - Jump Session.  Oxford Classic Jazz Band at Sandhills Primary School, OX3 8FN.  8pm - midnight.  Tickets: £10 if reserved in advance or £12 on the door. 
  
AND FINALLY
Many thanks for your continued support - we really appreciate it.   Keep warm and dry and see you on the dance floor ...

Pam, Les, Nicky, Richard & Tamsin