All About Swing

All About Swing — Dance Classes In Halesowen

All About Swing is a dance school in Halesowen specialising in vintage and swing dancing, run by teachers Rob and Sarah. It is aimed at adults who fancy something sociable and characterful rather than a formal studio setting. Taster sessions make it easy to try before committing.

About All About Swing

Dancers describe Rob and Sarah as patient, approachable and genuinely good company, with a knack for finding the small details that make moves work. The mood is unpressured and sociable, and several people note how welcome they felt as complete beginners, local humour included.

Classes & Dance Styles

The focus is swing and vintage styles, taught with clear analysis so learners understand not just the steps but how to make them look and feel right. As one of the friendlier options for dance classes in Halesowen and adult dance classes in Halesowen, sessions suit couples and singles alike, with help always on hand if you are finding a move tricky. If you are weighing up salsa classes, ballet classes or line dancing in Halesowen elsewhere, it is worth trying a swing taster here first to see whether the style clicks.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Expect a warm, low-pressure welcome and plenty of encouragement, with no assumption that you have danced before. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes you can move and pivot in, and simply bring a willingness to give it a go.

Location & Contact

The school operates in the Halesowen area and is reachable by the usual local roads and transport; ask about the venue and parking when you get in touch.

• Address: 37 Acorn Rd, Halesowen B62 8LN
• Phone: +44 7807 033385
• Website: https://allaboutswing.co.uk/
• Opening hours:
  • Tuesday: 7-9:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 7:30-9:30 pm
  • Thursday: 7-10 pm
  • Friday: 8-11:30 pm
  • Saturday: 9:30 am-6 pm

What Dancers Say About All About Swing

4.9/5 from 15 Google reviews.

Two years ago I saw a demonstration of vintage dancing in the centre of Evesham. A friendly lady handed me a leaflet. I went home and ask my wife if she wanted to go. We tried the taster session and were hooked! Rob and Sarah are wonderful and patient with new starters. They gave easy to follow instructions and got us throwing shapes we would never have thought we could do.
Now two years on we have never missed a class and would be lost without them. It is one of the most social and happy things we have ever had the pleasure to do.
Lindy hop always puts smiles on anyone's face who tries it.
Go— Marcus Allcock

All about swing classes are a great way to make new friends and there is no pressure as they will help you if you are struggling. Rob and Sarah are the teachers, they are both lovely and approachable people to ask any questions that you may have. I've been going to classes for nearly 2 years now and it's great fun.— Lorraine Allcock

Excellent analysis and communication of dance moves, finding the detail that makes the difference. Rob and Sarah's classes are great fun and the black country patois and double entendres are an added bonus 😉 They're genuinely good people.— Fiona Henderson

Sarah and Rob are great teachers and lovely people to boot. A great bunch of people too, and the various events we've been to as part of this group are fantastic. Get yourself there.— Glen Pearson

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa takes a little practice to feel the timing, but a good beginners' class breaks it down so most people pick up the basics within a few sessions.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes. Complete beginners with no dance background learn salsa all the time, starting from the very first step.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

It is, though this school focuses on swing and vintage dance; for ballet you would need to look to a specialist provider.

What age is too late to start ballet?

There is no age at which it is too late to begin; ballet can be adapted to suit older starters.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Line dancing typically uses moves such as the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle, though the swing focus here is a different discipline.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Beginner line dances tend to repeat grapevines and step-touches; for swing, though, the teachers will start you on the simplest basic first.

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