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Hello Welcome to Swing Pop!😊

🔶 Who are we?
We are SwingPop, a vibrant swing dance community in Seoul where foreigners and Koreans come together through dance. With more than 10 years of history, we blend tradition and innovation, hosting weekly social dances, open classes, and special events that bring people from all walks of life together.

Our community values the spirit of mutual support and service, we work together to nurture a warm, inclusive environment where everyone can share their love for swing dancing, regardless of experience level.

Swing dance is a way of life that unites us in joy and self-expression. Join us and be part of this growing community where dancing, music, and friendship come together to create unforgettable memories.

🔶 What is Lindyhop?
Lindyhop is a type of swing dance born in 1928 in New York, Harlem. This improvisational, free and social dance is distinguished by a high mood and a gushing retro spirit. You will recognize the Lindyhop dancer from a smile! Lindyhop dance can be both active and calm, depending on the stylistic choices of the dancers. Currently, lindyhop is booming again and is being danced all over the world. The Lindyhop came to Korea in 1999 in Seoul, and currently has very active communities in Seoul. Learn to dance with us, and you will be able to move very quickly in the swing rhythm with any Lindyhoper you meet both in Seoul and anywhere in the world!

🔶 I want to Learn Swing Dance! Where to register for lessons?
🙂 Newest Registration can be found here!
https://forms.gle/anfvvwqndGmcoCnC6

Join the lindyhop beginner group! New Semester opens every 4 weeks! Classes will take place on Saturday in our cozy dance hall at 서울 강남구 학동로 166.

Here is Schedule

Monday

  • 8:00pm - 10:00pm Advanced Lindyhop Regular Practice

Wednesday [Dialogue] - (Bi-weekly party - check our Meetup for the schedule)

  • 7:30pm – 8:00pm Lindyhop Taster Class
  • 8:00pm - 10:00pm Social Dance

Saturday [KP Dance hall]

  • 5:00Pm – 6:30pm Lindyhop Level 2, Level 4
  • 6:30Pm – 8:00pm Lindyhop Level 1, Level 3

Please Follow us on Facebook! And ask us anything via Facebook Message or Kakaotalk
[FACEBOOK] https://www.facebook.com/swingpop0701
[Instagram] https://www.instagram.com/swingpopseoul
[Kakao] pethromuse

🔶 Q&A
❔ Do you need a dance partner for your lessons?
✅ 90% of students come alone. During the lessons we learn to dance with different partners, so it is not necessary to bring your own partner.

❔ If I miss class or start date has already passed. can I join? can i catch up?
✅ Even if you miss class, you can still catch up.
There is time to come and practice before the beginner class, and there is also practice time during social time after the beginner class.
Teacher will be alwayas at the dance hall. You can practice with your teacher and classmates about the parts you missed.

❔ I am an introvert by nature. Will I be able to fit in at a dance club?
✅ Swing dancing can suit both introverts and extroverts.
Swing dancing is a playful and wholesome dance.
Newcomers are always welcome, and if you dance and play to exciting swing jazz music, you will soon become friends.

❔ I have never danced before. Will it be okay?
✅ Level 1 class is for those who are new to dancing. Since most students are new to dance, you can grow together with your classmates.

❔ Are there many people who swing dance?
✅ Seoul is the city with the most active swing dancing, so that it is called the capital of swing dancing.
There are classes/social dances/parties all week long. Some communities are large enough for 200 to 300 people to participate in a single social dance.
There is a swing dance community in almost every country around the world, and once you learn swing dance, you can enjoy dancing anywhere in the world.

❔ Can I do a swing dance performance later?
✅ Yes, we offer performance classes 3-4 times a year, including performance classes for beginners.
(If this is your first time, this course is for those who have taken the Level 1 class)

❔ I don’t have dancing shoes, is that okay?
✅ You don’t necessarily have to buy swing dancing shoes. But you can bring extra comfortable shoes, such as sneakers, when entering the dance hall.
You can start swing dancing first and purchase swing dancing shoes later.

❔ At what age and what physical ability do I need to be to attend lindyhop lessons?
✅Everyone can dance Lindyhope! Regardless of age, body composition and so on. When dancing a lindyhop, the same movements can be performed both energetically and calmly. Everyone chooses their own style of dance and whether they want to relax while dancing, or actively move.

❔ Is it necessary to exchange partners during lessons? Can I come with my other half and always dance together?
✅During the lessons, we nurture the ability to dance with different partners, because it improves faster and it is easy to dance at social parties. So we recommend exchanging partners for everyone, but the final decision is still up to you!

❔ How should you dress when coming to class?
✅You need to bring shoes to change before going to the dance hall. Everything else doesn’t matter, just make sure the clothes are comfortable to move around and you feel good about.

❔ How can I pay for dance lessons?
✅You can pay on site, or by transfer to a bank account (Kakao Bank 7979-57-99761 김현우)

❔ Is it necessary to go to social parties?
✅Lindyhop is a dance of freedom, and there is nothing necessary in it. However, we strongly encourage participation in social, it helps you practice what you learned during lessons. And also helps you dance with different styles Lindyhopper. There are a large number of dancers in the world, and everyone has different dance styles! and It’s best way to enjoy Lindyhop!

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  • [Swing Dance] Saturday Class in GangNam

    [Swing Dance] Saturday Class in GangNam

    KP Dance Studio, Gangnam-gu, 학동로, 166,, Seoul, KR

    Hello Welcome to Swing Pop!😊
    New dance class application has just opened!
    Registration :
    https://forms.gle/anfvvwqndGmcoCnC6

    🔶 Schedule/Tuition :
    Saturday
    Level 3 : 4:00 ~ 5:30pm(80,000₩ for 1 month)
    Level 2 : 5:30 ~ 7:00pm(70,000₩ for 1 month)
    Level 1 (Beginner) Class : 7:00 ~ 8:00pm (60,000 ₩ 1 month)
    Socal dance : 8:00pm ~ 10:00pm (8,000 ₩ for entrance fee)

    [Not sure if swing dance is your thing? Come try it out for the first week]
    Level 1 One-day class : 28,000₩ (Only available for first week)
    (Please contact below for inquiry regarding One-day class)

    (Do you have question? Please contact here)
    스윙팝 운영진 / Swing Pop Organizers
    카카오톡 (Kakaotalk):
    sanson19 (한국어 / Korean)
    maelahreeh (영어 / English)

    🔶 Location :
    Classes will take place on Saturday in our cozy dance hall at 서울 강남구 학동로 166

    🔶 How can I pay?
    Please Send here : Kakao Bank 7979-57-99761 김현우
    here are some promotion for you!

    🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 Promotion Event 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶

    1. Bring a Friend: If your friend join for a Level 1 class, you'll receive dance hall entry tickets for both you and your friend.
      (When filling out the Google Form, please enter your friend's name or nickname in the event section.)
    2. Multi-Class Discount : If you register for multiple regular classes at the same time, you’ll receive a 50% discount on the higher-level class.
      ※ Special workshops are not eligible for this discount.

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    🔶 Who are we?
    We are SwingPop, a vibrant swing dance community in Seoul where foreigners and Koreans come together through dance. With more than 10 years of history, we blend tradition and innovation, hosting weekly social dances, open classes, and special events that bring people from all walks of life together.
    Our community values the spirit of mutual support and service, we work together to nurture a warm, inclusive environment where everyone can share their love for swing dancing, regardless of experience level.
    Swing dance is a way of life that unites us in joy and self-expression. Join us and be part of this growing community where dancing, music, and friendship come together to create unforgettable memories.

    🔶 What is Lindyhop?
    Lindyhop is a type of swing dance born in 1928 in New York, Harlem. This improvisational, free and social dance is distinguished by a high mood and a gushing retro spirit. You will recognize the Swing dancer from a smile! Lindyhop dance can be both active and calm, depending on the stylistic choices of the dancer. Currently, lindyhop is booming again and is being danced all over the world. In the 1980s, Lindyhop was revived by enthusiasts from the US, the UK and Sweden who learned dance steps from surviving videos. They also found and invited the best dancers of swing dance era, including Frankie Manning, who quit his job at the post office at the time and started dancing again, traveling around the world and sharing his experience and knowledge with all the enthusiasts. The Lindyhop came to Korea in 1999 in Seoul, and currently has very active communities in Seoul. Learn to dance with us, and you will be able to move very quickly in the swing rhythm with any Lindyhoper you meet both in Seoul and anywhere in the world!

    Please Follow us on Facebook! And ask us anything on Facebook Message or Kakaotalk
    [FACEBOOK] https://www.facebook.com/swingpop0701
    [Kakao] pethromuse
    [Kakao group chat for News] https://open.kakao.com/o/gdODdZIe
    (password : swingpop)

    🔶 Q&A

    ❔ Do you need a dance partner for your lessons?
    ✅ During the lessons we learn to dance with different partners, so it is not necessary to bring your own partner.

    ❔ At what age and what physical ability do I need to be to attend lindyhop lessons?
    ✅Everyone can dance Lindyhop! Regardless of age, body composition and so on. When dancing a lindyhop, the same movements can be performed both energetically and calmly. Everyone chooses their own style of dance and whether they want to relax while dancing, or actively move.

    ❔ Is it necessary to exchange partners during lessons? Can I come with my other half and always dance together?
    ✅During the lessons, we nurture the ability to dance with different partners, because it improves faster and it is easy to dance at social parties. So we recommend exchanging partners for everyone, but the final decision is still up to you!

    ❔ How should you dress when coming to class?
    ✅You need to bring shoes to change before going to the dance hall. Everything else doesn’t matter, just make sure the clothes are comfortable to move around and you feel good about.

    ❔ Is it necessary to go to social parties?
    ✅Lindyhop is a dance of freedom, and there is nothing necessary in it. However, we strongly encourage participation in social, it helps you practice what you learned during lessons. And also helps you dance with different styles Lindyhopper. There are a large number of dancers in the world, and everyone has different dance styles! and It’s best way to enjoy Lindyhop!

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  • ⭐️ Swing Dance Taster Class & Socializing at an Bar⭐️

    ⭐️ Swing Dance Taster Class & Socializing at an Bar⭐️

    Dialogue, 서울특별시 용산구 신흥로 31 , B1, Seoul, KR

    [📢Swingpop & Dialogue: Swing Dance Night at an Itaewon Bar]

    Registration :
    https://forms.gle/oxoNdB6dt5rM2oZL8

    ※ Admission is 15,000 KRW, which includes a cocktail that you can exchange at the bar(one-day class is free)
    ※ Filling out the sign-up form is not required, but it would greatly help us in preparing for the class if you do so in advance.

    Swingpop and Dialogue invite you to an exciting, vintage-themed event! 🙂
    Whether you love jazz music, are curious about swing dancing, or simply enjoy a refreshing drink while watching others dance, this event is perfect for you.
    The Swingpop instructors will offer a 30-minute "Open Class," a beginner-friendly introduction to swing dancing. This class is open to anyone who wants to experience swing dancing. During the Open Class, you'll learn authentic jazz and lindy hop moves, which you can continue practicing during the social dance that follows.

    ✅ Who are we?
    We are SwingPop, a vibrant swing dance community in Seoul where foreigners and Koreans come together through dance. With more than 10 years of history, we blend tradition and innovation, hosting weekly social dances, open classes, and special events that bring people from all walks of life together.
    Our community values the spirit of mutual support and service, we work together to nurture a warm, inclusive environment where everyone can share their love for swing dancing, regardless of experience level.
    Swing dance is a way of life that unites us in joy and self-expression. Join us and be part of this growing community where dancing, music, and friendship come together to create unforgettable memories.

    ✅ Event Details:

    • [Free One-Day Class] for those new to swing dancing.
    • [Social Dance] to lively jazz music from the 1920s to 1940s.

    ✅ How to Participate:

    • Registration: Open Participation (Please fill out the Google form in advance if you plan to join the one-day class)
    • Date & Time: starting at 4:00pm
    • Cost: 15,000 KRW (includes one cocktail that you can exchange at the bar, and the one-day class is free)
    • Location: B1, 31 Shinhung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (Dialogue) [https://naver.me/5hJiXyJC]

    ✅ Schedule:

    • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Open Class (Free)
    • 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Social Dance Party

    ✅ Notes:

    • For any inquiries, feel free to contact us:

    📱 Kakaotalk: pethromuse
    📱 Instagram: @swingpopseoul
    💻 We look forward to seeing all those interested in swing dancing!

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  • [Swing Dance] Saturday Class in GangNam

    [Swing Dance] Saturday Class in GangNam

    KP Dance Studio, Gangnam-gu, 학동로, 166,, Seoul, KR

    Hello Welcome to Swing Pop!😊
    New dance class application has just opened!
    Registration :
    https://forms.gle/anfvvwqndGmcoCnC6

    🔶 Schedule/Tuition :
    Saturday
    Level 3 : 4:00 ~ 5:30pm(80,000₩ for 1 month)
    Level 2 : 5:30 ~ 7:00pm(70,000₩ for 1 month)
    Level 1 (Beginner) Class : 7:00 ~ 8:00pm (60,000 ₩ 1 month)
    Socal dance : 8:00pm ~ 10:00pm (8,000 ₩ for entrance fee)

    [Not sure if swing dance is your thing? Come try it out for the first week]
    Level 1 One-day class : 28,000₩ (Only available for first week)
    (Please contact below for inquiry regarding One-day class)

    (Do you have question? Please contact here)
    스윙팝 운영진 / Swing Pop Organizers
    카카오톡 (Kakaotalk):
    sanson19 (한국어 / Korean)
    maelahreeh (영어 / English)

    🔶 Location :
    Classes will take place on Saturday in our cozy dance hall at 서울 강남구 학동로 166

    🔶 How can I pay?
    Please Send here : Kakao Bank 7979-57-99761 김현우
    here are some promotion for you!

    🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 Promotion Event 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶

    1. Bring a Friend: If your friend join for a Level 1 class, you'll receive dance hall entry tickets for both you and your friend.
      (When filling out the Google Form, please enter your friend's name or nickname in the event section.)
    2. Multi-Class Discount : If you register for multiple regular classes at the same time, you’ll receive a 50% discount on the higher-level class.
      ※ Special workshops are not eligible for this discount.

    🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶 🔶
    🔶 Who are we?
    We are SwingPop, a vibrant swing dance community in Seoul where foreigners and Koreans come together through dance. With more than 10 years of history, we blend tradition and innovation, hosting weekly social dances, open classes, and special events that bring people from all walks of life together.
    Our community values the spirit of mutual support and service, we work together to nurture a warm, inclusive environment where everyone can share their love for swing dancing, regardless of experience level.
    Swing dance is a way of life that unites us in joy and self-expression. Join us and be part of this growing community where dancing, music, and friendship come together to create unforgettable memories.

    🔶 What is Lindyhop?
    Lindyhop is a type of swing dance born in 1928 in New York, Harlem. This improvisational, free and social dance is distinguished by a high mood and a gushing retro spirit. You will recognize the Swing dancer from a smile! Lindyhop dance can be both active and calm, depending on the stylistic choices of the dancer. Currently, lindyhop is booming again and is being danced all over the world. In the 1980s, Lindyhop was revived by enthusiasts from the US, the UK and Sweden who learned dance steps from surviving videos. They also found and invited the best dancers of swing dance era, including Frankie Manning, who quit his job at the post office at the time and started dancing again, traveling around the world and sharing his experience and knowledge with all the enthusiasts. The Lindyhop came to Korea in 1999 in Seoul, and currently has very active communities in Seoul. Learn to dance with us, and you will be able to move very quickly in the swing rhythm with any Lindyhoper you meet both in Seoul and anywhere in the world!

    Please Follow us on Facebook! And ask us anything on Facebook Message or Kakaotalk
    [FACEBOOK] https://www.facebook.com/swingpop0701
    [Kakao] pethromuse
    [Kakao group chat for News] https://open.kakao.com/o/gdODdZIe
    (password : swingpop)

    🔶 Q&A

    ❔ Do you need a dance partner for your lessons?
    ✅ During the lessons we learn to dance with different partners, so it is not necessary to bring your own partner.

    ❔ At what age and what physical ability do I need to be to attend lindyhop lessons?
    ✅Everyone can dance Lindyhop! Regardless of age, body composition and so on. When dancing a lindyhop, the same movements can be performed both energetically and calmly. Everyone chooses their own style of dance and whether they want to relax while dancing, or actively move.

    ❔ Is it necessary to exchange partners during lessons? Can I come with my other half and always dance together?
    ✅During the lessons, we nurture the ability to dance with different partners, because it improves faster and it is easy to dance at social parties. So we recommend exchanging partners for everyone, but the final decision is still up to you!

    ❔ How should you dress when coming to class?
    ✅You need to bring shoes to change before going to the dance hall. Everything else doesn’t matter, just make sure the clothes are comfortable to move around and you feel good about.

    ❔ Is it necessary to go to social parties?
    ✅Lindyhop is a dance of freedom, and there is nothing necessary in it. However, we strongly encourage participation in social, it helps you practice what you learned during lessons. And also helps you dance with different styles Lindyhopper. There are a large number of dancers in the world, and everyone has different dance styles! and It’s best way to enjoy Lindyhop!

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  • ⭐️ Christmas 🎄 Year-End Party ⭐️

    ⭐️ Christmas 🎄 Year-End Party ⭐️

    KP Dance Studio, Gangnam-gu, 학동로 166,, Seoul, KR

    🎄 Swing Pop Christmas & New Year Party

    Sign-Up here!
    https://forms.gle/xxicKVq43rjn8TrcA

    ✨ Celebrate the end of the year with swing dance
    On the last Saturday of 2025, join Swing Pop
    for a cozy Christmas & New Year celebration filled with music and dance.

    🕺 First time dancing? You’re welcome
    Join our Open Class from 7:00–8:00 PM to learn the basics.
    From 8:00–10:00 PM, enjoy social dancing in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

    📅 Date
    Saturday, December 27

    ⏰ Time
    7:00–8:00 PM Open Class
    8:00–10:00 PM Social Dance

    📍 Location
    KP Dance Studio
    B1, 166 Hakdong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
    (Please use the back door)

    💰 Entry Fee
    10,000 KRW

    📩 Contact
    Kakao: maelahreeh (English), sanson19 (Korean)

    Close the year with music, movement, and connection.
    Celebrate Christmas and welcome the New Year with Swing Pop.

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