Jazz has deep roots in African culture, but the mix of cultures is what makes jazz so special! During BAZZ the Latin Tinge we will be exploring the Latin Roots of Jazz that were seeded back in the days in New Orleans.

We are super excited to welcome Breonna, Tyedric, Suela and Tomasa to Amsterdam for this exploration!

Registration: here.

Where: Kompaszaal (KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam)
What: 3 days of workshops and full on inspiration
When: 10 – 12 October 2025

Bad Ass Jazz Festival is a place of sharing, learning, inspiring each other and celebrating human expression through dance. BAZZ celebrates the legacy of Jazz by bridging dance communities like Swing, its descendant Street dances or other Afro-Diasporic dances together. With a goal of softening the borders between these styles while acknowledging their evolution and differences.

This is both dance & music festival, so equal importance is on live music. So rather than music being here for dancers, we share the space equally with musicians and fuel each other with energy and inspiration!
With an intention to celebrate and acknowledge Jazz and it’s legacy, at BAZZ you can also hear and party to variety of live & DJ music that falls into that spectrum, however, we will always centre Black American Old School Jazz!
Throughout the weekend you can learn from Bad Ass teachers and get down with amazing people to LIVE music by musicians who really know how to get people moving! In a charming city of Amsterdam, a monumental art nouveau building Kompaszaal will provide us with a space to learn during the day, and in the evening Kompaszaal will turn into a sweaty nightclub where you can enjoy live music covering the wide spectrum of genres from Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Hip Hop, Funk all the way to Amapiano, Afrohouse, and much more – Basically everything that makes us pump the chest and shake that butt.

Questions? Email: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp: +31653577930

Want to explore which dance form fits you the best within the Swing & Jazz dances?

We 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!

On Monday 26th of August at SWING PHILOSOPHY CLUB NORTH (Papaverweg 29G) — tap here for further infos.

On Saturday 6th September at KOMPASZAAL.

Each 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!

PROGRAMM: 6 SEPTEMBER (KOMPASZAAL)
11.30 – 14.00 LUNCH (please reserve your spot, the view is stunning)
12.00 – 12.40 Blues Beg
12.50 – 13.30 Shag Beg
13.40 – 14.20 Tap Beg
14.30 – 15.10 Lindy Hop Beg
15.20 – 16.00 Solo Jazz Beg
16.10 – 16.50 Balboa Beg

WHEN: 6 September, 11.30- 17.00H
WHERE: Kompaszaal, KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam
FREE ENTRANCE!
REGISTER HERE.

Next block of classes starts right after the explorer day: schedule here.

Swing 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!

New to Swing?
Check this out:

Food & Drinks:
The venue offers great food, so please support the venue and buy lunch and drinks. We have a delicious soup, toastie, coffees & smoothies!

For any questions, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com

Want to explore which dance form fits you the best within the Swing & Jazz dances?

We 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!

On Monday 26th of August at SWING PHILOSOPHY CLUB NORTH (Papaverweg 29G).
On Saturday 6th September at KOMPASZAAL — tap here for further infos.

Each 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!

PROGRAMM: 26 AUGUST (SP CLUB NORTH )
19.00 – 19.40 Solo Jazz Beginners
19.50 – 20.30 Lindy Hop Beginners
20.40 – 21.20 Balboa Beginners

WHEN: 26 August, 19.00- 21.20H
WHERE: SP Club North – Papaverweg 29 G
FREE ENTRANCE!
REGISTER HERE.

Next block of classes starts right after the explorer day: schedule here.

Swing 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!

New to Swing?
Check this out:

For any questions, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com

Lose your blues during our FREE Blues dancing TASTER !

Loes & 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!

BACKGROUND:
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!

Program:
20.00-21.00 Blues Dancing Free Taster
21.00 – 23.59 Blues Burner Party w/ Lightnin‘ Bug. Klick here for further info!

WHEN: 20 September, 20.00- 21.00H
WHERE: KZ – KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam
FREE entrance!

For any questions, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com

We’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! 

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 blues LIVE Music venues in Amsterdam!!

BLUES BURNER PROGRAM:
20.00 – 21.00 Blues Dancing FREE Taster. Klick here.
21:00 – DJ set to get you moving
21:30 – First live set
22:30 – Second live set

About the band – LIGHTNIN’ BUG
LIGHTNIN’ 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.

WHEN: 20. September, 21.00- 24.00H
WHERE: Kompaszaal, KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam
Tickets: Pay what you can (suggested donation for live music 15€)

For any questions call, WhatsApp  +31 6 53577930 or email info.vintagejazzevents@gmail.com

Come, bring your dance shoes, and let’s make this season opener one to remember.

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! 

When: Thursdays, 21:00–22:30
Dates:
July 17, 24, 31
August 7, 28
September 4

 Where:
SP Club NORTH
Papaverweg 29G, Amsterdam

FREE entrance!

For any questions, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.

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! 

When: Thursdays, 21:00–22:30
Dates:
July 17, 24, 31
August 7, 28
September 4

 Where:
SP Club NORTH
Papaverweg 29G, Amsterdam

FREE entrance!

For any questions, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.

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! 

When: Thursdays, 21:00–22:30
Dates:
July 17, 24, 31
August 7, 28
September 4

 Where:
SP Club NORTH
Papaverweg 29G, Amsterdam

FREE entrance!

For any questions, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.

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! 

When: Thursdays, 21:00–22:30
Dates:
July 17, 24, 31
August 7, 28
September 4

 Where:
SP Club NORTH
Papaverweg 29G, Amsterdam

FREE entrance!

For any questions, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.

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! 

When: Thursdays, 21:00–22:30
Dates:
July 17, 24, 31
August 7, 28
September 4

 Where:
SP Club NORTH
Papaverweg 29G, Amsterdam

FREE entrance!

For any questions, feel free to call or WhatsApp us at +31 6 53577930 or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com.