THE HOP BANGKOK
Let the art be defined by you.
MAY & june COURSES
Courses typically open every 2 months. With each course at The Hop lasting about 5 weeks, with a duration of 1.15 hours per class, with a 10 - 15 min gap after class for Q&A and practice sessions.
Dance styles
Swing Dance comprises of many styles of dance, mostly popular from the 1920s to late 1940s.
We offer Lindy Hop, Charleston, Blues, Tap, Balboa, and Solo Jazz Dances.
Lindy Hop
Recommended for beginners
Lindy Hop was very popular during the Swing era of the late 1930s and early 1940s, mainly based on a combination of authentic jazz, tap, breakaway, and Charleston moves.
Solo
Jazz
You will learn the fundamentals of musicality and creating moves that matches your emotional responses to the music!
Charleston
A fast paced style of dance that can be danced as a solo, partner or group dance. It's flexible steps make it easy for improvisation and musicality!
Blues
A soulful historic dance with deep and meaningful illustrations through solo and couple dance with blues music.
MEET OUR TEACHERS!
Oat
Dean
Oat first discovered the art of Lindy Hop while he was at University and saw a poster of man throwing a woman over his head!
He has now been teaching for more than 10 years both in Bangkok and internationally.
Tune
Instructor
Tune is dancer, instructor, and choreographer of partner swing dance and authentic solo jazz. He regularly teaches at the Hop.
He believes that swing dancing is a happy dance. It makes you feel good.
Principle
Hailing all the way from Korea and bring with her over 10 years of swing dancing experience! Together with Oat they've claimed numerous awards throughout Asia
Her smile brings out and energy that is immensely contagious!
Mod
Instructor
Ever since childhood, Mod has had a special interest in dancing. In 2015 she discovered the Lindy Hop and in 2017 she started teaching.
Keep an eye out for her musicality and movements on the dance floor!
Pang
Instructor
Pang stumbled into The Hop one day and started taking classes!
Her unexpected journey has taken her across the globe in search of endless dance filled adventures!
Ik
Instructor
Ik loves to learn and to continuously improve.
She believes one of the best feelings is to be able to express oneself authentically. You will often see her expand her comfort zone through different branches of dance.
Young Ji
Donut
Instructor
Donut is a versatile dancer whose passion in Tap Dance and Boogie-Woogie shines in every show.
He often jams with local live bands to improvise rhythm and steps.
Donut is also an regular DJ at The Hop.
Yukie
Instructor
Yukie started dancing in 2017 and has never stopped since!
Drawing inspiration from old film clips and history books, her passion lies in trying to spread joy through rhythm tap and old-school swing dancing.
Chobi
Instructor
Chobi is known for experimenting with eclectic dance moves. She believes that a good learning experience is more than just understanding techniques, but also developing one’s own unique style through playfulness and improvisation.
She enjoys helping students choregraph their performances.
Cin
Instructor
Cin fell in love with swing jazz music and dance since she was 19.
Five years later, her passion led her to become a dance instructor at The Hop.
She believes that music connects people and allow them to fully express themselves as they get into the flow.
Zen
Instructor
When Zen is not busy taking on responsibility of being a scholar, a musician, a teacher, and a professor, he indulges in his passion for swing dancing.
Ever since discovering The Hop, he is fascinated by the experience of being “fleet-footed “and would love to pass on the joy to anyone who would like to discover the magic of dance and jazz music.
A STUDIO FOR ART
The Hop officially opened on October 27, 2012 by Oat Naviroj, a swing dance teacher who wanted to establish a home for the Bangkok Swing community.
The vision of The Hop ultimately evolved to be a place where art can thrive without boundaries. The vintage studio warmly welcomes anyone to hold exhibitions, workshops, classes, or other activities related to the spirit of The Hop.
At the same time, art workshops, classes, and social events are held regularly at the studio for anyone to pursue some form of art as a hobby. We hope you will come to explore, develop, and share your passion at The Hop with us!
“Let the art be defined by you”
F.A.Q
Do I need a partner to sign up?
- Nope, we usually switch and rotate partners for each song. You'll meet a bunch of new people in the process!
Do I need experience?
- Nope, we were all beginners once as well. As long as you can walk, you can dance!
What should I wear?
- Wear something comfortable. Sneakers and flats are the best options for shoe. Stay away from slippers or high heals.
CONTACT US
The Hop Bangkok
Silom Soi 18-20
Classes:
Please refer to semester schedule
Social Dances:
Tuesday: 8pm - 11pm
Saturday: 8pm - 11pm
30 mins open class for beginners included!
Want to rent a space?
Please contact us via Line Official Account or Facebook page.
We can tailor our space to your needs (dance practice, video shooting, interviews, organize your own classes, etc.