August 2026

Hi everyone,

It’s shaping up to be a proper summer scorcher out there, but don’t let the heat put you off. We’ve got full air conditioning at the Heene Community Centre, so however hot it gets outside, the dance floor stays cool, comfortable, and ready for you.

Our July Freestyle with guest DJ John Holder was a fantastic night; the floor was busy from start to finish, and the feedback was brilliant. We’ll definitely be bringing him back for another guest slot later in the year, so watch this space.

One change to flag: an earlier version of our schedule had a Freestyle pencilled in for Friday 14th August. That one is no longer going ahead; instead, we’re putting all our energy into the Summer Sizzler on Saturday 29th August, and we’d love to see you there (more below!).

Key Dates

Event	Date	Time
Monday Classes	3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th	7:45pm – 10:30pm
Summer Sizzler Freestyle, Heene	Saturday 29th August	7:45pm – 10:30pm
Please note: no class on Monday 31st August, as the centre is closed for the Bank Holiday.

New to Leroc Sussex?

No partner needed, just turn up. Doors 7:45pm · Beginners Class 8pm · Intermediate Class 9pm · Freestyle 9:30–10:30pm · Call/text Mark on 07716 100229.

Mark’s Thoughts: Dancing in the heat…

Modern Jive and a heatwave don’t always go hand in hand, so here are a few tips to keep you comfortable through a warm night of dancing.

Dress for it. Light, breathable fabrics make a huge difference once the room fills up and the energy gets going. Loose cotton, short sleeves, and comfortable shoes will serve you far better than anything heavy or restrictive, you’ll dance longer and enjoy it more.

Stay topped up. Bring some water, and don’t be shy about taking a breather between dances if you need one. There’s no rule that says you have to dance every song.

And don’t forget the deodorant! We keep free deodorant spray on hand at the venue for exactly this reason - a quick refresh between dances keeps things pleasant for you and your partners. No need to bring your own; it’s there for anyone who needs it, no questions asked.

A little bit of planning goes a long way toward a comfortable night, and with the air con running, the room itself will be doing plenty of the work for you.

Community Updates & News

• July Freestyle recap: A brilliant turnout for our night with guest DJ John Holder - thank you to everyone who came along and danced the night away. He’ll be back for another guest slot later this year.

• Schedule update: As above, the previously planned Friday 14th August Freestyle will not be taking place.

What’s Coming Up

Saturday 29th August - Summer Sizzler Bring the sunshine indoors for our Summer Sizzler Freestyle! Bright colours and tropical shirts are very welcome (though never compulsory), Come as you are and help us fill the floor. Expect a sun-drenched mix of tracks alongside all your favourite modern jive floor-fillers, in a cool, air-conditioned room. This is the one to put in your diary for August - we’d love to see you there.

Looking further ahead - Saturday 31st October Yes, it’s a while off yet, but mark your calendars: our legendary Halloween Freestyle returns on Saturday 31st October. Costumes optional but very highly encouraged - more details to follow closer to the time!