Shire Swing Society Christmas Party, Saturday 5 December, Como School of Arts. A beginner lesson at 7:30, then a DJ and social dancing until 10:30. Right next to Como station. $20 online or on the door, or free if you did this term’s course. Plus a first look at what’s coming in 2027.
Easy to find and quick to get there!
Only 27 minutes from Central
Como is on the T4 line direct from Bondi Junction & Central.
Train to the door
Como School of Arts is three minutes from Como Station.
What happens on Friday 5th December?
Come on your own if you like – most people do. Already dance? Then just come for the social from 8:30.
| 7:30 | Doors open. Someone takes your name at the table by the door. Warm up. |
| 7:45 | Lesson. Built for people who’ve never danced, so bring a friend. |
| 8:30 | Social dancing to a DJ. Partners rotate, so ask anyone. |
| 9:30 | A first look at 2027: the February course dates, and an early-bird price only for people in the room. |
| 10:30 | Last dance. Trains home leave Como just after. |
Questions people are actually asking…
| Do I need a partner? | No. Partners rotate all night and you’ll dance with everyone in the room. |
| Do I need any experience? | There will be people with a range of experience so come and join in. We all started with none! |
| What do I wear? | What you’d wear to the pub or make it a special Christmas costume. Your choice! I suggest flat shoes you can turn in. |
| Can I come on my own? | Yes, and most people do. |
| How old is everyone? | All ages. It’s a social dance, not a young person’s sport. |
| Do I have to perform? | Never. Nobody is watching anybody. |
| Is there parking? | Yes, limit on site but plenty of street parking. |
| What does it cost? | The Christmas Party is $20 and free if you did this term’s course. |
| I’ve never danced, can I come? | Yes, the 7:45 lesson is exactly for you. |
Who’s teaching?
I’m Brian. I’ve been dancing Lindy Hop for fifteen years, I live in Como, and I got tired of driving forty-five minutes to do it. So I’m starting something here.
Who’s going to be there?
This was our introduction to Swing at Oyster Bay – over 50 people from novices to experiences joined us and 15 joined the classes. And on the 5th, I’m inviting people from all over Sydney!
What’s next: 2027
New beginners’ course: launch night Monday 15 February, then six Mondays in Como.
First Fridays: social dancing at Como School of Arts from Friday 5 March. Lesson at 7:45, dancing 8:30–10:30.
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