Hereford Jive & Swing was founded in December 2009 by a group of local dancers (not teachers) frustrated at the lack of local dances. During 2010 we organised a series of dances in Hereford, mainly 'record hops' but some bands also. In January 2011 Susan took over the solo running and organisation of the group and, after a year of several sell-out band nights alongside regular 'record hops', 2012 sees an expanded programme (see below). The Group is non-profitmaking with any proceeds going to cover investment in equipment and music, and to subsidise an increasing programme of live bands. The more support the dances get, the more we can organise - so come along and have some fun! And please give feedback!

Dancers of all styles are welcome, as are non-dancing partners who want to listen and watch. If you're a beginner or rusty, the dances are a great place to gain confidence and practise moves - especially the 'record hops' which are more relaxed than 'band nights'. If you have no partner, don't worry - we're a friendly lot and there are plenty of 'singles', so you won't be left out.

Monday 1 August 2011

A couple of inspirational video clips for you ...

The first is of Ginger Rogers (who I'm embarrassed to say I thought was long dead) dancing the salsa (I know, this is a jive site, but it's still dancing!). She's 92 year's old and is dancing with her 29 year old great grandson. The first few minutes are just a warm-up, so persevere and watch the whole thing. I'll be happy just to be able to walk if I get to 92, never mind what she's doing!


The 2nd is a clip of a group of London jivers who are trying to get to do something at the Olympics next year. See http://www.planetjive.freeuk.com/news9.html for a jiving video!

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