Lindy Hop, Charleston and Solo Jazz at Fabrika Kultura, 3rd floor. You start from zero: no experience and no partner. Twice a week, from September to the end of June.
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.
| Day | Time | Class | For whom | Sign up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 18:15 | Lindy Hop · beginnersgroup since 5 Oct 2026 | no experience, no partner | Sign up → |
| Tuesday | 18:15 | Solo Jazz · groupgroup since 1 Sep 2026 · with Radina | for continuing dancers | Sign up → |
| Tuesday | 18:15–19:15 | Solo Jazz · beginnersnew group · 3 Nov – 29 Dec 2026 · with Radina | from zero, no partner | Sign up → |
| Wednesday | 18:15 | Lindy Hop · beginnerssecond class of the week | no experience, no partner | Sign up → |
| Friday (as announced) | 20:00 | Dance Shot + Social Swing Nightat Fabrika Kultura, 3rd floor | Dance Shot: 3+ months' experience · the social is for everyone | Events → |
The follow-on group has trained since September 2026. From the 2026/27 season Ivan Kostadinov adds air steps for the most dedicated dancers.
Day and time are arranged with the group: message us on Viber
Graduates' form ↗A short class with fresh ideas, a new move, a bit of technique and inspiration. Then music, dancing and social until the end of the night.
Dance Shot: 3+ months' experience · the social is for everyone
See the calendarCourses last 3 to 4 months. The season runs from September to the end of June, and socials and parties wait for you at every level.
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.
Tue, 3 November 2026 – Tue, 29 December 2026 · every Tuesday 18:15–19:15
For Lindy Hop group prices and entry to the social nights, message or call us: we'll tell you the current prices and how to pay.
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.
No. Come on your own: partners rotate in class. We are especially looking for men to lead. Solo Jazz needs no partner at all.
Yes. Beginners' groups start from zero. “Everyone who dances freely today was once a beginner.”
Lindy Hop for beginners is 2 hours a week: Monday and Wednesday from 18:15. Solo Jazz for beginners is on Tuesday 18:15–19:15.
The Solo Jazz beginners' course (3 Nov – 29 Dec) is €30. For Lindy Hop group prices, message us on Viber or call +359 88 740 5074 and we'll tell you everything.
A short class at the start of every Social Swing Night, for dancers with at least 3 months' experience. The social afterwards is for everyone.
At Fabrika Kultura, 28 Aleksandrovska St., 3rd floor, Ruse.
We've heard “Loli Pop”, “Lindy Trop” and “Hop Trop”: it's Lindy Hop. The name goes back to 1927 and Charles Lindbergh's (“Lindy”) flight across the Atlantic.
