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SUMMARY:Guided Practice - SP Club North
DESCRIPTION:Want to practice what you’ve learned but feel sometimes overwhelmed or stuck? We can help with that! Every Thursday we offer a Guided Practice session — you can practice at your own pace\, and whenever you’d like feedback or tips\, we’re there for you. Come dance\, connect\, and grow in an open and welcoming space!  \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursdays\, 21:00–22:30Dates:July 17\, 24\, 31August 7\, 28September 4 \n\n\n\n Where:SP Club NORTHPapaverweg 29G\, Amsterdam \n\n\n\nFREE entrance! \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.
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SUMMARY:KZ Opening LIVE Music Season
DESCRIPTION:DONATIONS\n\n\n\n\nDid you miss our LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY NIGHTS? \n\n\n\nWe have good news — we are back! This year’s season will be opened by our beloved De Jong Inc!We can’t wait to dance & enjoy the NICEST MUSIC again with YOU! \n\n\n\nWHEN: 5 September\, 21.00- 24.00HWHERE: KZ – KNSM-Laan 311\, AmsterdamTICKETS: Pay what you can (suggested donation for live music 15€) \n\n\n\nFor any questions call\, WhatsApp +31 6 53577930 or email info.vintagejazzevents@gmail.com us
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/kz-opening-live-music-season/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Explorer Day KZ - FREE Taster
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION\n\n\n\n\nWant to explore which dance form fits you the best within the Swing & Jazz dances? \n\n\n\nWe are offering TWO FREE EXPLORER DAYS at our two different locations\, where you can taste SIX Swing & Jazz Dance Styles:Blues\, Shag\, Tap\, Lindy Hop\, Solo Jazz & Balboa!  \n\n\n\nOn Monday 26th of August at SWING PHILOSOPHY CLUB NORTH (Papaverweg 29G) — tap here for further infos. \n\n\n\nOn Saturday 6th September at KOMPASZAAL. \n\n\n\nEach 40-minutes class gives you a taste of the foundation\, feeling & music of the dance form — on which you can decide what suits you the best! No experience & no partner needed — just bring your curiosity! \n\n\n\nPROGRAMM: 6 SEPTEMBER (KOMPASZAAL)11.30 – 14.00 LUNCH (please reserve your spot\, the view is stunning)12.00 – 12.40 Blues Beg12.50 – 13.30 Shag Beg13.40 – 14.20 Tap Beg14.30 – 15.10 Lindy Hop Beg15.20 – 16.00 Solo Jazz Beg16.10 – 16.50 Balboa Beg \n\n\n\nWHEN: 6 September\, 11.30- 17.00HWHERE: Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, AmsterdamFREE ENTRANCE! REGISTER HERE. \n\n\n\nNext block of classes starts right after the explorer day: schedule here. \n\n\n\nSwing Dance is all about making friends\, silliness and history. An Afro-American dance that will enrich your life and a music culture that will make you feel alive! We love our silly and knowledgeable team and they love to dance with old & new friends! \n\n\n\nNew to Swing?Check this out:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks:The venue offers great food\, so please support the venue and buy lunch and drinks. We have a delicious soup\, toastie\, coffees & smoothies!  \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/explorer-day-kz-free-taster/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Tandem CHARLESTON Workshop - Party afterwards
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nAre you ready to learn some technique and tandem variations of Charleston? \n\n\n\nIn this Outdoor Workshop we will focus half an hour on the precious technique of Charleston after that we dig into tandem variations to expand our Charleston dancing! \n\n\n\nPlease note: You should already be familiar with the basic 8 count step of Charleston to get the most out of this session. \n\n\n\nWe PARTY with LIVE MUSIC by Spirit of St Louis after WORKSHOP: klick here! \n\n\n\nWHEN: 7 September\, 15.00 – 16.30HWHERE: OOSTERPARK (in the Gazebo)Donation suggestion: 15 EUR or what you can miss \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/outdoor-charleston-workshop-party-afterwards/
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SUMMARY:OOSTERPARK HOP w/ LIVE Music by Spirit of St Louis – Outdoor Dance
DESCRIPTION:DONATION\n\n\n\n\nSummer is here and we are dancing and parting at the Oosterpark. Want to join our Classes outdoor\, enjoy good music and share a dance with us\, than this is exactly where you have to be. We have a SPECIAL! Spirit of St Louis will play LIVE in the PARK and make you feet dance in the Sun! So better don’t miss this! \n\n\n\nProgramm:15.00-16.00H Classes tba.16.00- 19.00H Partytime w/ LIVE MUSIC by Spirit of St Louis \n\n\n\nWhere: Oosterpark\, at the Gazebo – in case of rain\, we will move the Party to Kompaszaal. \n\n\n\nCost: we appreciate donations for the LIVE BAND. \n\n\n\nTell your friends and bring a picnic blanket\, food\, water and sunscreen! \n\n\n\nFor questions contact us at +31653577930 or swingphilosophy@gmail.com
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/oosterpark-hop-w-live-music-by-spirit-of-st-louis-outdoor-dance/
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SUMMARY:Guided Practice - SP Club North
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAYS are for Training  — that’s why offer Every Thursday a Guided Practice session\, where you can practice at your own pace\, and whenever you’d like feedback or tips\, we’re there for you. Come dance\, connect and grow in an open and welcoming space!  \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursdays\, 21:00–22:30Dates:September 11\, 18\, 25October 2\, 16\, 23\, 30November 13\, 20\, 27 \n\n\n\nWhere:SP Club NORTHPapaverweg 29G\, Amsterdam \n\n\n\nFREE entrance! \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/guided-practice-sp-club-north-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250912T210000
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SUMMARY:BREAK
DESCRIPTION:We are on a BREAK – No Classes & No Party! \n\n\n\nClasses start on 19 September in the Lobby!Next PARTY is on 20 September – our Blues Burner! Klick here! \n\n\n\nWe can not wait to see you!
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/break/
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SUMMARY:SWING MUSIC Dance Course
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION\n\n\n\n\nDance is music!Learning to listen to music and understanding how to play with it is the most fun and fundamental skill for a dancer that is looking to level up. So get ready for a transformation. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect: We will work with various music structures\, discover what separates swing from other styles\, derive inspiration from the greats (Duke Ellington\, Fats Waller\, Jelly Roll Morton and many many more)\, work on furthering our rhythm skills and play with how those various elements makes us a lot better dancers! \n\n\n\nLevel: It is useful for you to have taken some swing dance classes as we will be using also movement during the classes. This course is specially good for dancers that feel stuck in their dancing or want to improvise more freely in their dancing. \n\n\n\nPs. This course is from a dancers perspective! The musicians view on the topics may differ slightly\, but mainly in terminology. \n\n\n\nWhen: 10 Sundays at 12 to 13h\, starting as of 14th of September \n\n\n\nCost: a drop-in class EUR 18\, the full course EUR 165Registration: klick here. \n\n\n\nWhere: KZ (KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam) \n\n\n\nFor questions email: swingphilosophy@gmail.com or Whatsapp: 0031653577930
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/swing-music-dance-course/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250918T210000
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SUMMARY:Guided Practice - SP Club North
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAYS are for Training  — that’s why offer Every Thursday a Guided Practice session\, where you can practice at your own pace\, and whenever you’d like feedback or tips\, we’re there for you. Come dance\, connect and grow in an open and welcoming space!  \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursdays\, 21:00–22:30Dates:September 11\, 18\, 25October 2\, 16\, 23\, 30November 13\, 20\, 27 \n\n\n\nWhere:SP Club NORTHPapaverweg 29G\, Amsterdam \n\n\n\nFREE entrance! \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/guided-practice-sp-club-north-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250919T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250919T233000
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SUMMARY:No Party - Classes happening
DESCRIPTION:No Party – Classes still happening
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250920T200000
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SUMMARY:BLUES DANCING - Free Taster
DESCRIPTION:Lose your blues during our FREE Blues dancing TASTER ! \n\n\n\nLoes & Assil are two of the grooviest teachers you will meet and they love to share this dance with you.In no time you will be dancing and the best part\, you can show your moves right afterwards at our BLUES BURNER PARTY w/ Lightnin‘ Bug!  \n\n\n\nBACKGROUND:Blues music and blues dance come from a rich Afro-American History\, it was always a way to forget your sorrows and feel alive.BURN your blues away with the best blues music and dancing in one of the finest LIVE Music venues in Amsterdam! \n\n\n\nProgram:20.00-21.00 Blues Dancing Free Taster21.00 – 23.59 Blues Burner Party w/ Lightnin‘ Bug. Klick here for further info! \n\n\n\nWHEN: 20 September\, 20.00- 21.00HWHERE: KZ – KNSM-Laan 311\, AmsterdamFREE entrance! \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/blues-dancing-free-taster/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250920T210000
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SUMMARY:BLUES BURNER - Season Opening w/ Lightnin' BUG
DESCRIPTION:DONATIONS\n\n\n\n\nWe’re BACK — and it’s time to kick off the season with some fine BLUES & dancing all night long ! We’re opening the season with the incredible LIGHTNIN’ BUG!  \n\n\n\nBlues music and blues dance come from a rich Afro-American History\, it was always a way to forget your sorrows and feel alive. BURN your blues away with the best blues music and dancing in one of the finest blues LIVE Music venues in Amsterdam!! \n\n\n\nBLUES BURNER PROGRAM:20.00 – 21.00 Blues Dancing FREE Taster. Klick here.21:00 – DJ set to get you moving21:30 – First live set22:30 – Second live set \n\n\n\nAbout the band – LIGHTNIN’ BUGLIGHTNIN’ BUG is an all-star lineup. Martin and Donné are the drummer and bassist for bands like the well-known band T-99. Danny\, my father\, was the guitarist for many American blues artists who toured here\, such as Louisiana Red and Boyd Small. \n\n\n\nWHEN: 20. September\, 21.00- 24.00HWHERE: Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, AmsterdamTickets: Pay what you can (suggested donation for live music 15€) \n\n\n\nFor any questions call\, WhatsApp  +31 6 53577930 or email info.vintagejazzevents@gmail.com \n\n\n\nCome\, bring your dance shoes\, and let’s make this season opener one to remember.
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/blues-burner-season-opening-w-lightnin-bug/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250925T210000
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SUMMARY:Guided Practice - SP Club North
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAYS are for Training  — that’s why offer Every Thursday a Guided Practice session\, where you can practice at your own pace\, and whenever you’d like feedback or tips\, we’re there for you. Come dance\, connect and grow in an open and welcoming space!  \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursdays\, 21:00–22:30Dates:September 11\, 18\, 25October 2\, 16\, 23\, 30November 13\, 20\, 27 \n\n\n\nWhere:SP Club NORTHPapaverweg 29G\, Amsterdam \n\n\n\nFREE entrance! \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/guided-practice-sp-club-north-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250926T210000
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SUMMARY:Jazz Lobby - Opening Season SPECIAL - A TRIBUTE TO BILLIE HOLIDAY w/ Martí Mitjavila & Laura Dooge
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nOPENING SEASON SPECIAL!Amsterdam’s HOT Jazz Club the Jazz Lobby is BACK after our summer break. We have a SPECIAL for YOU! A TRIBUTE TO Billie Holiday played by MartÍ Mitjavila & Laura Dooge! So better don’t miss! \n\n\n\nIt’s a great opening concert by guest artist(s) followed by an old school jam session. This is where the party is happening\, so come and groove with us. \n\n\n\n-Program:21h Bar open for drinks 😉21h Opening Concert at the Lobby by MartÍ Mitjavila & Laura Dooge!22h Jam session! \n\n\n\n-Costs:*Party: EUR 15 (in cash) at the door OR online here  \n\n\n\nSuited up and elegant is the suggested dress code 🙂 \n\n\n\nVoluntary donations for the band are very much appreciated! \n\n\n\n“The Jazz Lobby” is situated in the unique monumental/art deco Kompaszaal\, that used to be the waiting hall of the Dutch Kings Steam Shipping Company. \n\n\n\nMore info & questions:http://www.vintagejazzevents.com | info.vintagejazzevents@gmail.com
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/jazz-lobby-opening-season-special-a-tribute-to-billie-holiday-w-marti-mitjavila-laura-dooge/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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