C Jam - Times etc.

C Jam is Swingland's weekly Tuesday night swing dance and music club at renowned venue The Bedford in Balham, South London - learn with experienced professional teachers, and dance to top swing DJs and monthly live bands.

Class at C Jam.

What happens at C Jam?

C Jam runs on Tuesday evenings

Doors open from 6.30pm

We open 15 minutes before the beginners class starts (but there is no need to arrive early). The bar is open downstairs if you get there before doors - and they serve great food if you'd like to eat before or after the classes. There are plenty of local restaurants and cafés too, on and around Bedford Hill.

Starting out - beginners class - 6.45pm-7.45pm

If you're new to swing dancing or still learning the basics, the evening starts with weekly drop-in classes aimed to make those first steps as straightforward and enjoyable as possible. Covering all the basic steps and rhythms of Lindy hop - different material is taught each week and the classes are designed so that you can join any time and you can progress without needing to be there every week. No previous experience is required, and you don't need a partner. Our classes are fun and friendly, with manageable numbers so that we can give you individual attention as needed.

Practice time/social

Between the classes there is time to practise - please do take advantage of this if you want to progress faster!

Intermediates/advanced class - 8.15pm-9pm*

Challenge yourself and move your dancing to the next level! You need to be familiar with the Lindy hop basics including swing out, Lindy turn and partnered Lindy hop Charleston to take this class. These steps are covered regularly in our beginners classes and in our workshops.

Social dancing - from 9pm*

After the classes it's dancing time - swing out to the very best recorded music from the 1930s, 40s & 50s. Newer recordings are also played - provided that they really do swing!

*On live music nights the intermediates class sometimes starts at 8pm to give more time for the band and dancing. Please check the dates/booking tab.

Live music at C Jam

Once a month - or thereabouts - we have live music at C Jam. These nights are definitely not to be missed - so check the calendar and save the dates!

Prices, booking, and schedule

Please see the dates/booking tab for more details, including prices. Pre-booking is optional unless stated, but can save you money on the door price.

Private classes also available

Martin is available for private classes for couples or small groups from 5.30pm (before the evening starts). Please enquire.

A typical class at C Jam.
Social dancing at C Jam.
Learning to dance at C Jam.
Martin Ellis and Lisa Clarke at C Jam in the early 2000s.

Classes start and finish promptly at the advertised times. If you're running a bit late, please do join in and do your best to catch up. No children or pets. 16/17 year-olds must be accompanied.

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