Lindy Hop, Charleston and Solo Jazz at Fabrika Kultura. No experience, no partner needed: just music, steps and people.
„And who said you're not made for dancing? Come, hear the music, try a few steps…“ Radina Kostadinova
No partner. Just you, the music and authentic jazz steps.
Fabrika Kultura, 28 Aleksandrovska St., 3rd floor, Ruse 7000, Bulgaria · taught by Radina Kostadinova
Lindy Hop for beginners started on 5 October (Mon & Wed, 18:15). Want to join? Message us on Viber and we'll tell you how.
Lindy Hop Ruse is the first branch of Lindy Hop Bulgaria. It began as Radina Kostadinova's “personal cause and dream come true”, and 2026/27 is our tenth season: “10 years of history, music, dance, people and a dream of a livelier, happier Ruse”.
We teach the dance together with its music and history: Harlem, the Savoy Ballroom, the big bands. And we dance all over the city: at Fabrika Kultura, on Ruse Stage, at Dohodno Zdanie.
A dance that builds a community around it.
Lindy Hop is freedom, music and improvisation.
Respect for the dance, its roots and your partner.
You come for the steps, you stay for the people.
The team: Radina Kostadinova, Ivan Tachev, Rosen Todorov, Ivelin Chalov and, from the 2026/27 season, Ivan Kostadinov with air steps.
Three styles born in Harlem in the 1920s and 30s. Here you learn them step by step, together with the music and the story behind them.
The partnered swing dance born in Harlem. Leading, following and lots of improvisation. We teach it from zero, no experience or partner needed.
The energy of the 1920s, solo and with a partner. Part of our swing programme: great for warming up and for courage.
Authentic jazz steps you dance on your own, no partner. Routines like the Tranky Doo and the Shim Sham. Taught by Radina.
Start from zero: Lindy Hop (from 5 Oct) or Solo Jazz (from 3 Nov).
no experience, no partnerA short class at the start of every Social Swing Night, then dancing for everyone.
3+ months' experienceThe follow-on group. From 2026/27, air steps with Ivan Kostadinov too.
Choreographies and show programme: Big Band Ruse, Swing Dixie Week in Gabrovo, charity concerts.
Every event links to its Facebook event. One click for “Going” or straight into your calendar.
Legends of the night: samodivi, dragons, karakondzhuli, Bigfoot, Mothman… Fabrika Kultura becomes a mystical stage. Special guests Pinlandia.bg and Viliana Makeup Artist. Prizes for the boldest and most creative costumes.
Start from zero with Radina Kostadinova. Every Tuesday 18:15–19:15, until 29 December. €30.
| Class | When |
|---|---|
| Lindy Hop · beginnerssince 5 Oct · no experience, no partner | Mon, Wed 18:15 |
| Solo Jazz · groupwith Radina · since 1 Sep | Tue 18:15 |
| Solo Jazz · beginners3 Nov – 29 Dec · from zero · €30 | Tue 18:15 |
| Dance Shot + SocialDance Shot: 3+ months' experience · the social is for everyone | Fri 20:00* |
* Social Swing Night is on Fridays as announced, usually twice a month. Everything is at Fabrika Kultura, 28 Aleksandrovska St., 3rd floor. Full timetable →
Photos and video from our parties and performances. For those who were there, and for those who want to see what they're missing.
We dance with Big Band Ruse, at Swing Dixie Week in Gabrovo and at city festivals. We bring the swing atmosphere: from a short show to dancing with your guests.
Choreographies and improvisation to a live band or DJ, as with Big Band Ruse.
A mini lesson and social dancing that get your guests on the floor.
As at Swing Dixie Week in Gabrovo: we show and we teach.
A jam circle after a concert, as with Gunhild Carling at Dohodno Zdanie.
A surprise on the square, for a cause or a celebration.
We dance for good causes: Hearts Without Borders, Christmas in the Heart.
„Lindy Hop is freedom, music, attitude and a lot of joy.“Radina Kostadinova · founder of Lindy Hop Ruse
Pick a group and fill in the short sign-up form. Not sure which group is right for you? Message us on Viber and we'll help you choose.
Or call: +359 88 740 5074 · ruse.lindyhopbg@gmail.com
Socials and parties are open to all our alumni. Follow Facebook and Instagram for the dates or see the community page.
