Swing Dance Leipzig
Swing era dances in Leipzig: Balboa, Lindy Hop, Solo Jazz with Anna-Maria & Ralf
A swing dance studio offering instruction in East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, and related swing styles.
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Before your first class
Basics-level classes are offered across all three main styles, designed as a starting point for newcomers.
About this studio
Swing Dance Leipzig is a specialist school teaching the dances of the swing era. Founded and run by Anna-Maria and Ralf Bernhard, the studio offers classes in Balboa, Lindy Hop, and Solo Jazz/Charleston in small groups with personal attention.
Weekly courses run at two levels. Solo Jazz Basics and Intermediate classes meet Monday and Thursday evenings from 17:30–18:45. Balboa Basics runs 18:45–20:00, with Intermediate sessions at 20:00–21:15 and a second Intermediate slot at 21:15–22:30. Lindy Hop Basics (18:45–20:00) covers 6count Groovewalk, while Intermediate Lindy Hop classes at 20:00–21:15 and 21:15–22:30 focus on Lindy Hop/Jazz Routine. Course blocks typically span 6–8 sessions over several weeks.
Beyond weekly classes, the school runs monthly weekend workshops in Balboa and Lindy Hop at Basics and Intermediate levels, each 2.5 hours long. The Leipziger Balboa Wochenende is a signature annual event combining 8 hours of workshops with a social dance party. Private lessons are available, and regular Swing Dance Nights (alternating Lindy Hop and Balboa themes) give students a chance to practice socially.
Anna-Maria and Ralf are active competitors and teachers on the international swing circuit, attending and teaching at events across Europe including Balboa festivals in Switzerland, France, and the UK. They also organize traveling workshops and intensives for advanced dancers.
The school closes for summer break from late July to late August each year.
What to expect
Your first visit
Classes are small and welcoming, structured by level from Basics through Intermediate. You'll learn in a relaxed atmosphere focused on the fundamentals and history of swing-era dances. Workshops run as intensive 2.5-hour sessions, often split between Basics and Intermediate, and the school hosts regular evening social dance parties.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Anna-Maria and Ralf Bernhard run the studio and teach all classes. Both are active on the international swing competition and workshop circuit, regularly traveling to teach and compete at events across Europe.
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What beginners can expect
Basics-level classes are offered across all three main styles, designed as a starting point for newcomers.
Styles offered
5 dance styles taught here
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Class schedule
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Frequently asked about Swing Dance Leipzig
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Swing Dance Leipzig teach?
Swing Dance Leipzig teaches Balboa, Lindy Hop, Solo Jazz, Charleston, Swing.
Where is Swing Dance Leipzig located?
Swing Dance Leipzig is located in Leipzig. The exact address and one-tap directions are in the Location section further down this page.
Does Swing Dance Leipzig offer private lessons?
Yes. Swing Dance Leipzig offers private dance lessons. Contact the studio directly to schedule a private lesson or trial session.
Does Swing Dance Leipzig teach kids and adults?
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