Studio Hop
Toulouse's swing dance school and venue with live bands, festivals and social…
Studio Hop is the home of swing dance in Toulouse.
Before your first class
Soft Shoe and Meet the Music are listed as entry points; registrations for 2026–2027 include introductory courses.
Vélib bike station 500m away; metro line B (Saint-Agne station) 5 mins' walk; bus routes 34 and 44.
About this studio
Studio Hop is the home of swing dance in Toulouse. The school operates from two dance floors across two levels: a large 260m² ground-floor space with 130m² of sprung parquet, a stage for live orchestras, a bar and lounge area, changing rooms, showers and toilets; and an 80m² dance floor on the first floor. The venue sits at 4 avenue de Rangueil, near metro station Saint-Agne (line B, five minutes' walk) with Vélib bike stations 500m away and bus routes 34 and 44 stopping nearby.
Classes cover the full range of swing styles. Beginners can start with Soft Shoe, Meet the Music, and Boogie Session. Intermediate students progress to Swing Cocktail, Temps Fort Balboa, Rhythm in Motion, and Boosters. Advanced classes include Balboa with Sue & Louis, Percussions Corporelles (body percussion) and Bal Connexion. The school also teaches Jazz Roots and blues. Registrations for the 2026–2027 schedule opened in summer, with open-door events held 5–6 September 2026 and introductory courses 7–11 September 2026.
Studio Hop is known for its festivals and competitive events. The school organises the European Balboa Festival, The Battle, and Dipping Blues, each with presentations, competitions, and accommodation information. Summer camps run dedicated Balboa Week, Lindy Week, and Blues Week modules. The Bridge – City Exchange (9–11 October 2026) connects dancers internationally. The studio also hosted the first Balboa festival in Europe in March 2002.
Social dancing is central to the programme. Regular Swing & Blues parties include DJ nights (€6 entry), live orchestra nights with variable pricing depending on band size, Swing Party, Apéro Blues, Balboa Brunch events. DJs include Jean-Philippe Delort, Sandrine Gressier, Susana Bernal Sanchez, Maka, Luc Prunet, Jonatan Hedberg, Mago (Gontran Galinier), and Ailsa Croy. A dedicated app lets you track upcoming events and avoid missing anything.
The school publishes detailed historical notes on swing, Balboa, Lindy Hop, Charleston, Jazz Roots, Blues and Collegiate Shag, tracing their origins and cultural significance. It curates music playlists by speed (slow, medium, fast swing) for home practice and social dancing.
What to expect
Your first visit
A professional two-floor venue with a large sprung parquet dance floor, stage, bar and full facilities. Classes are structured by level from soft shoe fundamentals through to advanced balancing and improvisation. Social nights happen regularly with live DJs and live orchestras.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
Soft Shoe and Meet the Music are listed as entry points; registrations for 2026–2027 include introductory courses.
Studio history
Studio Hop organised the first Balboa festival in Europe, held in Toulouse in March 2002, and remains a leading centre for swing dance education and community.
Styles offered
17 dance styles taught here
Gallery
The people, the parties and the dancing here
Amenities
Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Studio Hop
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Studio Hop teach?
Studio Hop teaches Swing, Soft Shoe, Meet the Music, Boogie Session, Swing Cocktail, Temps Fort Balboa and 11 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Studio Hop located?
Studio Hop is located in Toulouse. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Studio Hop offer private lessons?
Contact Studio Hop directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Studio Hop teach kids and adults?
Studio Hop welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Studio Hop?
The fastest path is to visit Studio Hop via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.
Is there parking at Studio Hop?
Vélib bike station 500m away; metro line B (Saint-Agne station) 5 mins' walk; bus routes 34 and 44.