Welcome to Co-op Jive

Co-op Jive is unique. Based on co-operative principles it exists to link, help and support jive dancers.

Co-op Jive is also a free information service.

About Us

Co-operatives exist to make a positive difference to the lives of people everywhere. When the first co-op store in Britain was opened in 1844 it wasn't open just to sell goods...

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How to Jive

Learning to dance by reading a text is not always the easiest and most straightforward way ! So these guidelines have been kept as simple as possible (it would have been unproductive to go into more comprehensive and technical detail). Below are some basic steps...

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Jive for the youth

Co-op Jive is involved with teaching primary (elementary) age youngsters the dance. If you would like more details, especially if you are a teacher or are considering such a dance project, contact Co-op Jive.

History of Jive

A look at the influence of the american g.i.s and their jitterbug dance craze during war-time Britain...

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