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HOW TO GET A FREE SWING DANCE CLASS!
Want to grab some free classes or make some cash? We are always looking for more crew members to put up posters to support our venues. How it works: We work out an area that is easy for you, and send you a batch of posters to be put up in cafes, on poles, and […]
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What to wear?
WONDERING WHAT TO WEAR TO TO MEET THE SCENE BALL? For the men, a note from David: Since the revival of interest in swing dancing in the 1980s, men’s fashion has gone through a number of shifts. Many early adopters saw swing dancing as something of a sport and wore shorts and T-shirts accordingly. But […]
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Swing Patrol Boat
THE DAY WE RAISED $6,000.00 In 2004, the Boxing Day Tsunami had a devastating effect on thousands of lives in many Asian countries. Claudia and Scott decided to conduct a fundraiser Lindy Hop workshop for victims. There was a minimum charge, merchandise was available for sale with all proceeds going to the fundraiser. The outpouring of support […]
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What Is A Swing Den?
WHAT? A Swing Den is a certain style of social dancing evening that caters specifically for new dancers. WHY? We noticed that there is a period for a dancer where the step from taking classes to going social dancing seems large and intimidating. We have tried to find ways to assist with this exciting leap! […]
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Safe Spaces – what do I do?
Procedure for Teachers, DJs, Managers and Door Volunteers There are so many different scenarios and we’ve had a lot of “interesting” incidences at our events and classes. Some are amusing (random drunks dancing in the centre of a class) and some are very serious. This is an outline of some possible scenarios that you […]
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Swing Patrol London Code of Conduct
Statement of Intent We love dancing. Every dancer, of every level of experience, should feel absolutely comfortable and safe at any of our events. Harassment or bullying won’t be tolerated and by attending any of our events in any capacity (whether you are an international teacher, a DJ or a first time dancer) you agree […]
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Scott Cupit in the Media
Check out some of the video and radio highlights from Scott’s media appearances over the years: