Hoppin' - Wednesday 23 December 2026
About Hoppin'
Learn to Swing & Jive - classes every Wednesday!
Hoppin' is Swingland's weekly class for beginners and improvers at WERFA Pavilion in Isleworth, TW7.
You'll learn all the basics of Lindy hop - the original swing/jive dance! There's time for practice after the class too.
You don't need any previous dance experience, and you can start any week. Come on your own, with a partner (but you don't need one), or with friends.
The classes are taught by Martin and Ruth Ellis. Martin founded Swingland back in 1998, and lives locally to WERFA with Ruth and family.
Class levels and times
Please see the times etc tab for start & finish times, and more information on what happens at Hoppin'.
Prices and booking
Please see the dates/booking tab for prices and booking. Advance booking is optional and you can just turn up and pay in the class.
Times etc.
Hoppin' runs on Wednesday evenings
Doors open from 7.15pm
We open 15 minutes before the class.
Class - 7.30pm
Covering all the basic steps and rhythms of Lindy hop (the original swing/jive style from the 1930s, 40s & 50s) - 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.
Practice time
The class runs for an hour - after the class there is time to practise what you've learnt.
Finish time - 8.45pm
Prices, booking, and schedule
Please see the dates/booking tab for more details, including prices. Pre-booking is optional unless stated.
How to get to Hoppin'
WERFA Pavilion, Isleworth
WERFA is located in the centre of The Woodlands Estate, London TW7 (see map below).
WERFA (The Woodlands Estate Resident Freeholders Association) is a community association in the heart of Isleworth - and is a registered charity. WERFA hosts many regular events open to both members and non-members - films, quiz nights, live music, and more. Our workshops are held in the main hall.
By tube - Piccadilly Line to Hounslow East, 15-20 minutes walk.
By rail - Isleworth Station, 10-15 minutes walk.
By bus - any bus to Isleworth Station, 10-15 minutes walk, or to Isleworth Memorial, 15-20 minutes walk - the closest stop to the venue is Woodlands Road, on St. John's Road near the Woodlands Tavern, which is served by the H37 and 117 buses.
Having got to Hounslow East or Isleworth please use this map -
By car - There is a small car park, first-come, first-served, adjacent to the hall - there is also free parking in the local roads around the venue - please be respectful of residents and take care not to block driveways etc.
Facebook Page - Facebook - Swingland TW7
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Useful links
Venue website www.werfa.org.uk
London Underground & Buses
AA Route Planner
Parkopedia (tip - click on "Street" at the bottom and zoom out; also set the time and day appropriately as prices vary considerably)
Wednesday 23 December - Hoppin'
See other dates for Hoppin' (the next Hoppin' is on Wednesday 7 October 2026)
Hoppin' @ WERFA
Weekly beginners/improvers class and practice at WERFA Pavilion, Isleworth. No previous experience required. Start any week. No partner needed.
Swingland Swing Dance Classes & Events, TW7
Swingland @ WERFA Pavilion, WERFA Park, Ten Foot Way, Woodlands, Isleworth TW7
7.30pm - Beginners class
Learn all the basics of Lindy hop - the original swing/jive style from the 1930s, 40s & 50s! No previous experience required. No partner needed. Start any week.
8.30pm-8.45pm - Practice time/social
Time to practise what you've learnt!
See the times etc tab for more details.
£14 (£11 concessions*) in advance or £15 (£12 concessions) on the door.
We accept - credit/debit card or cash.
Save money with a Swingland Class Card.
Booking in advance is entirely optional - you can just turn up and pay on the door. There is no need to book if you'll be using class vouchers.
Sorry, booking is not open yet for this date.
*Concession prices are valid for current NUS (National Union of Students UK), Equity/Musicians' Union members, WERFA members, and for under-25s (16+) - please show your membership card or ID in the class.
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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