Corner Pocket Swing 36 Austin Street, Newstead, Queensland 4006
About the Business
Welcome to Corner Pocket Swing, located at 36 Austin Street, Newstead, Australia! As an establishment and point of interest, we are dedicated to bringing the joy of swing dancing to Brisbane and beyond.
If you're new to swing dancing, don't worry! We offer monthly 3-hour beginner workshops on Saturday mornings. Our next workshop, "Intro to Balboa Swing," will be held on September 9th at 10 am. It's a fantastic opportunity to get started and learn the basics.
Alternatively, you can join any of our weekly level 1 evening classes. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, our classes cater to all levels. Check out our timetable and store for more details.
At Corner Pocket Swing, we believe that swing dancing is for everyone. We welcome individuals of all ages, colors, genders, and orientations. Swing is a dance form that unites enthusiastic human beings from all walks of life. Come and join our vibrant community!
You don't need a partner to attend our beginner swing dancing classes. We provide a fun and inclusive environment where you can learn and enjoy the dance. However, due to limited class sizes, we recommend booking in advance to secure your spot.
Curious about our class schedule or upcoming events? Visit our website to explore the class timetable and event calendar. You can also find more information about our store, where you can purchase swing dance-related items.
In addition to regular Lindy Hop and Balboa swing classes, we offer special classes in various vintage dances such as Collegiate Shag, 1920s Charleston, Tap, and Solo Jazz. Beginners can start any week, so there's no need to wait!
At Corner Pocket Swing, we love to celebrate the joy of swing dancing. That's why we host a monthly "Pocket Social" where you can showcase the awesome moves and steps you've learned in class. Dance the night away to some of the greatest swing dance music around, and who knows, we might even have live bands from time to time!
We also organize a range of workshops with local, interstate, and international instructors. These workshops provide an opportunity for dancers to expand their skills and learn from experts in the field.
If you're looking for personalized instruction, we offer one-on-one or small group sessions. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the intricacies of swing dancing, helping you to refine your technique and style.
At Corner Pocket Swing, we value and respect the Indigenous cultures and histories of the Yuggera people and the Turrbal people, who are the traditional owners of the lands where we live, learn, and work. We acknowledge their ongoing connection to the lands, water, and communities.
We also acknowledge that swing dancing originated from Black American culture. We pay our deepest respects to the original Black musicians and dancers who shared their incredible creativity and talent during a time when they faced routine disrespect and mistreatment. We recognize the importance of preserving and honoring this cultural heritage.
So, whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, we invite you to join us at Corner Pocket Swing for a journey into the world of swing dancing. Experience the joy, rhythm, and connection that comes with this vibrant dance form. Come and be a part of our welcoming and inclusive community!
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Location & Phone number
36 Austin Street, Newstead, Queensland 4006, Australia
Hours open
Monday:
18:30 - 21:30
Tuesday:
18:30 - 21:45
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
18:30 - 21:30
Friday:
Closed
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"If you want to learn Swing Dancing (Lindy Hop and Balboa) then this is the place! Not only are the Owners (Emma and Rob) and their Teachers all lovely people, they are very skilled, passionate about dance and truly wish to share this with their students. As well as attending the group classes on on Mon/Tues/Thurs night, I have also had private classes for the past year and it has been a wonderful experience. Corner Pocket Swing have created a very welcoming Swing Dance Community. If you are a beginner then one of their Crash Dance Workshops (held regularly on Saturday mornings) is the place to start. You don’t need a partner btw :)"
"Great teachers and an excellent environment. And the best thing is they'll get you ready to dance to all the great jazz music out there if that is what you want to do. Corner Pocket Swing encourages you to have fun and they'll support you in reaching whatever level you want to take your dancing to; whether that is beginner, exceptional or somewhere in between, plus you'll have so much fun along the way."
"Great value, good folks, super duper fun. Teachers are knowledgeable, approachable, and passionate. Fellow students are enthusiastic and kind. New content all the time, all levels welcome, various styles offered. 7/5 would attend any class!"
"Having been to two different swing dancing classes in Brisbane, Corner Pocket is in my opinion, the better of the two. Rob and Emma run the business very well and having the various teachers swap over the teaching means that they all describe techniques slightly differently, so you're always learning something new, or getting a slightly new explanation on how to improve. Swapping through the partners each lesson you really do get a chance to meet new people and make some friends. Unfortunately with COVID and personal studies my continued swing education has been put on hold but I look forward to returning to Corner Pocket and the wonderful community they have fostered there."
"If you are any way interested in learning how to dance to swing music then Corner Pocket Swing is the place to go. Rob and Emma have been learning and competing in various styles of swing dance round the world for years (prior to Covid of course). Whether it is Lindy Hop, Charleston or Balboa they know their stuff! They have also passed their expertise and passion into the up and coming crop of new teachers encouraging them to explore their own expressions and nuances to the classes they take. It is a very inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged be themselves and feel safe. Couldn't recommend the whole team highly enough."
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