"Get in the Swing"     
     


 

  

Get in the Swing is run by Paul & Debbie Jackson who are very enthusiastic Lindy Hoppers that just like to dance, whether it be 1940s hanger dances, traditional jazz clubs, rock'n'roll clubs or of course swing dances. Practically anywhere, especially if there's live bands playing.

They started teaching Lindy Hop in April 2001, after they were approached by a group of locals that saw them dancing, as there is no Lindy Hop in the area it seemed like a good idea. They also wanted a hall to practice new moves, which they learn at Lindy Hop workshops & Steeple Morden village hall was ideal.

Not a money making project they put any profits from the class into going on Lindy Hop workshop weekenders such as "Jumpin at the Woodside","GNSH","Camp Savoy"...ect. That way they can teach all the latest moves they learn, from some of the best Lindy teachers in the world.

Debbie started dancing in 1993 with Ballroom & Latin & took her gold medals in all, also hitting the salsa scene for 3 years, then the modern jive scene & finding Lindy Hop in 1998.

Paul started modern jive in 1993, then Lindy Hop in 1995 & traveled extensively to learn and finding that swing music far more inspiring than modern music, so Lindy Hop soon took over.

Paul & Debbie got married in July 2000 & had a Swing wedding with a swing band (Snake Hip Jake) that even made the wedding march swing! Guests came in 40s clothing, which made for a great atmosphere for a great day.