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 practise 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 travelling 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 travelling 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
7 dance styles taught here
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The people, the parties and the dancing here
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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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 Swing, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Balboa, Solo Jazz and 1 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Swing Dance Leipzig located?
Swing Dance Leipzig is located in Leipzig. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Swing Dance Leipzig offer private lessons?
Contact Swing Dance Leipzig directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Swing Dance Leipzig teach kids and adults?
Swing Dance Leipzig 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 Swing Dance Leipzig?
The fastest path is to visit Swing Dance Leipzig via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.