Red Gum Swing
We are living and dancing on Kaurna Country and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.
What to expect:
(A weekend of fun!)
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Social dancing with live and DJ’d music
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Intermediate+ Lindy Hop and solo jazz workshops with Claudia Fonte (Spain) and Coleen Avril (France)
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Showcase and community performances
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Teacher chat
Who is this for?
Red Gum Swing is a weekend Lindy Hop and solo jazz event, featuring international teachers Claudia Fonte (Spain) and Coline Avril (France). The weekend workshops will focus on intermediate to advanced* Lindy Hop and solo jazz. For newer dancers, there is a beginner-friendly solo and partnered workshop taught by the Adelaide Hoppers. The social events across the weekend are open to all levels.
This event is run in partnership between the Adelaide Hoppers and Swing Dance Adelaide.
*If you have any questions about your experience, please get in touch.
Why ‘Red Gum Swing’?
The River Torrens/Karrawirra Parri runs through Kaurna country. The name also translates to ‘Red Gum Forest River’. We are borrowing this name in acknowledgement of the of the deep cultural connection Kaurna people have to the land that we dance on. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.
Tickets
Ticket types:
- Full weekend pass: $245 full price / $220 concession, includes entry to all workshops and socials across the weekend (Friday – Sunday).
- Individual day tickets:
- Friday: $25, includes beginners class with the Adelaide Hoppers and DJ’d social.
- Saturday: $160, includes Intermediate/Advanced Lindy Hop workshop with Claudia and Coline and evening social with live music [ft teacher chat].
- Sunday: $80, includes intermediate Solo Jazz workshops with Claudia and Coline and DJ’d afternoon social dance.
- Social only pass: $60, includes all socials across the weekend (Friday – Sunday)
- Individual social passes available from 2nd October
Concession, payment plans and financial hardship: Concession prices are available for all tickets. We want to make sure everybody who wants to dance with us over the weekend is able to – if finances are a challenge, please get in touch via theadelaidehoppers@gmail.com for a chat about how we can support you to attend.
What’s the schedule?
FRIDAY 16TH OCTOBER
- Optional daytime outing
For those in town early, join us for a relaxed lunch/afternoon activity (TBC). - Evening social: Beginner-friendly solo and partnered workshop by the Adelaide Hoppers & DJ’d social dance.
- Time: Class at 6:30pm, social from 7:30 – 10:30pm
- Venue: North Adelaide Community Centre
- Level: All levels
SATURDAY 17TH OCTOBER
- Workshops
Intermediate/Advanced Lindy Hop workshops with Claudia and Coline.- Time: 10am – 3:15pm (3 x 75 min classes and breaks!)
- Venue: St Mary’s Hall, 19 High Street, Glenelg
- Level: Intermediate/Advanced
- Evening social
Evening event featuring teacher chat with Claudia and Coline, and social dance with live jazz quartet (feat. teacher and community performances – more on that below!).- Time: 7:30pm – 11pm
- Venue: Torrens Rowing Club, Adelaide CBD
- Level: All levels
SUNDAY 18TH OCTOBER
- Workshops
Intermediate solo jazz workshops with Claudia and Coline.- Time: 10am – 12:45pm (2 x 75 min classes)
- Venue: Mellor Park Community Hall, 361 Henley Beach Rd Lockleys
- Levels: Intermediate
- Family-friendly afternoon social & picnic
Relaxed DJ’d afternoon social dance at Mellor Park Community Hall (& picnic at the adjoining Mellor Park Reserve)- Time: 1 – 3pm
- Venue: Mellor Park Community Hall, 361 Henley Beach Rd Lockleys
- Levels: All levels
DJs and live music
We’re very excited to be showcasing talented DJs and musicians from within SA, interstate AND overseas across the weekend. Keep an eye out for band and DJ announcements coming soon.
I want to perform!
Yay! On the Saturday night social, there will be an opportunity for community members to share a routine/spotlight/something they’ve been working on (max 90 seconds). These performances are not a competition – they’re an opportunity to shine while being supported by the community. Everybody and anybody is welcome to join in; if you are interested please reach out to theadelaidehoppers@gmail.com for more information and guidelines.
I want to volunteer!
RGS is organised by a dedicated team of volunteers and we would love as many helping hands as possible to help the weekend run smoothly. If you are interested in helping us throughout the weekend (whether that’s on the door, event setup/pack-up, or something else), please complete the form below. Volunteers will be compensated for their time (through a token financial reimbursement provided after the event). A huge THANK YOU in advance! <3
Code of conduct and complaints/feedback
We are committed to providing a safe space, free from discrimination and harassment. All attendees of Red Gum Swing are expected to respect and abide by our Code of Conduct (https://swingdanceadelaide.com/code-of-conduct/) at all times. If you feel unsafe or are in need of assistance at any point during the event, please speak to an Adelaide Hoppers or Swing Dance Adelaide representative or volunteer, or via the form on our Complaints and Feedback page.
Cancellation policy
If you have purchased a ticket to the event and can no longer attend, please contact us via swingdanceadelaide@gmail.com to discuss. If you have purchased a ticket and would like to transfer it to a friend, there will be no fee (just let us know so we can update our records). For cancellations prior to 1 September 2026, we can offer a full refund (less booking costs). If you need to cancel after this date, we can offer a 50% refund if your pass is cancelled between 1 September and 30 September 2026. Refunds will not be available after 30 September 2026, except in exceptional circumstances.