6th Street Swing

6th Street Swing — Dance Classes In Darlington

6th Street Swing is a specialist swing dance school in Darlington, bringing the joyful energy of vintage swing styles to the North East. Run with warmth and patience, it welcomes nervous first-timers and returning dancers alike. If you have ever wanted to try Lindy Hop, solo jazz or the Charleston, this is a friendly place to start.

About 6th Street Swing

Newcomers describe a genuinely warm welcome from teachers and fellow dancers, with classes that are fun, social and never make you feel out of your depth. It suits people who want a sociable, feel-good hobby and leave each session with a smile.

Classes & Dance Styles

While the focus is swing, the school also fits within the wider world of dance classes in Darlington, offering structured courses that take you from your very first steps to confident social dancing. Solo courses covering routines like the Tranky Doo run alongside partnered work, and catch-up videos help you practise at home between sessions. Whether you are exploring adult dance classes in Darlington or looking for one-to-one dance lessons in Darlington, the teaching is patient, motivating and easy to follow.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

It is completely normal to feel nervous before your first class, but you will be met with a friendly welcome and steps broken down so anyone can join in. Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes you can move and pivot in, and simply bring a willingness to have a go.

Location & Contact

The school is based on North Road in Darlington, convenient for dancers across the town and nearby areas.

• Address: 249 North Rd, Darlington DL1 2PU
• Phone: +44 7968 689947
• Website: http://6thstreetswing.co.uk/

What Dancers Say About 6th Street Swing

5/5 from 7 Google reviews.

Like anyone starting something new, I was nervous about trying out these classes.
Would I look stupid? Could I learn some steps ( or even one)? What if I turned up alone?
From my first session, I received a really warm welcome from all the class participants who were at different stages of their dance journey and also from the teacher, Angeline.
Everything was broken down into small steps and when I couldn’t get something , everyone helped.
Angeline was amazing – kind, funny and a great teacher – and now a great friend.
Angeline and 6th Street Swing started me on my love of swing dancing a— Lindsay Evans

Really enjoy Angeline’s classes. I attended the six week solo class to learn the Tranky Doo and it was great. Classes were fun and social – I always came away with a smile – and the catch up videos were really helpful for practising at home. Looking forward to the next solo course and hoping to attend partnered classes as soon as we’re able to rotate partners again 🙂— Lucy Clapham

I had two lessons with Angeline and I got SO MUCH out of it! She is a great teacher, really, patient, lovely, motivating and makes it really fun. I had to learn a dance quickly for an audition back in london and it was just a pleasure to learn in a short amount of time. Thankyou— Luke McArthur

I am a complete beginner – old man with two left feet – joined the group and felt very welcome – got moving and after six week can string a few ‘ moves’ together – great fun !— David P

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

You start by joining a beginners' class where the basics of posture, hold and timing are introduced gently. This school specialises in swing, so if ballroom is your goal it is worth asking what best suits you.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz is a common first ballroom dance because its steady timing is easy to feel. If you prefer something more upbeat, a swing style like Lindy Hop is a lively alternative to explore.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Yes, adults can absolutely take up ballet, usually through classes designed specifically for grown-up beginners. It is valued for building strength, posture and control.

What age is too late to start ballet?

No age is too late to begin. Adults start ballet throughout their lives, and the important thing is finding a suitably pitched beginners' class.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Typical line-dance basics include the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle. These recur across many beginner routines once you have them down.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Short, repeating four-wall dances are the easiest way in. A teacher can suggest a simple routine to build your confidence.

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