DANCE doesn’t know an age limit & it’s never too late to explore something new! That’s why we have a FREE TASTER for LINDY HOP 55+! We will teach the basic of Lindy hop & fun moves — soon you will dancing in no time! Everyone dances with everyone, and you’ll learn BOTH roles – no partner needed!
WHAT: FREE TASTER Lindy Hop 55+
WHEN: 9 Jan; 17.30- 18.30H
WHERE: KZ (KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam)
FREE — just come, bring your friend & enjoy LINDY HOP!
After class, enjoy LIVE jazz music with The Imperial Threads—a perfect way to celebrate your new moves! Further info here.
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For any questions call +31 6 53577930 Or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com us
You want to discover something new in the NEW YEAR?
Lindy Hop is the perfect blend between meeting new friends, getting fitter and having fun! It’s an Afro-American dance full of rich history and amazing music.
In 3,5 hours (with breaks) we will teach you the basics of Lindy Hop and some fun moves which will get you dancing in no time.
Everybody dances with everybody in BOTH roles – no partner needed!
WHAT: Crash Course Lindy Hop – Complete Beginners
WHEN: 10 January / 11:00 – 14:30
WHERE: KZ (KNSM-Laan 311, Amsterdam)
FOOD: The venue offers lunch for purchase – we appreciate you supporting them!
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PRICES: – Come alone: €55 (we make sure you have someone to dance with!) – Come with a friend: €95
For any questions call +31 6 53577930 Or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com us.
LET’s END & START the NEW YEAR RIGHT! A mesmerizing BIG BAND NEW YEAR’s CELEBRATION is awaiting for YOU w/ Swing Workshop, tasty Dinner & Live Music by Lucky Losers Big band!
A beautiful ART-DECO location meets the 1940s BIG BAND MUSIC with a delicious NEW YEARS DINNER!
Whole Program: 18.00H Surprise Lindy Hop WORKSHOP (know you 6&8 count basics) 20.00 – 21.00H TASTY DINNER w/ funky tunes from our DJ! 21.30 LUCKY LOSERS Set 1 23.00 LUCKY LOSERS Set 2 00.00H TOAST w/ Cava & Oliebol … and we party until our feet fall off!
DINNER: For our New Year’s dinner, we’re serving a comforting lentil stew with roasted Brussels sprouts, pumpkin, and creamy mashed potatoes. A homemade cranberry sauce and a fresh chicory, orange, and pecan salad round out the menu.
WHERE: KZ- KNSM- Laan 311
PRICE: Early groover 20€ (until 10 Dec) Early groover 25€ with Cava-Toast & Oliebol (until 10 Dec)
ONE of the most FAMOUS Routines is the Tranky Doo! It’s one of the original swing-era jazz routines created by Frankie Manning — so be ready to learn in.
What to expect: You will learn the famous Tranky Doo routine in an welcoming environment! In no time we will all together dance this fun SWING ROUTINE!
LEVEL: The Tranky Doo is aimed at folks that already dance.
This Workshop is Part of our HOLIDAY SWING WORKSHOP SERIES. The whole PROGRAMME: 1 Dec Crash Course Charleston 19.00 – 21.30h 7 Dec FREE Lindy Hop Taster 12.00 – 13.00h 8 Dec Tranky Doo 19.00 – 21.30h 12 Dec Crash Course Balboa 19.00 – 21.30h 13 Dec Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @KZ 11.00 – 16.00h 19 Dec Christmas 20s Charleston 19.00 – 21.30h 27 Dec Crash Course Blues 19.00 – 21.30h 3 January Crash Course Shag 18.00 – 20.30h 3 January Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @KZ 12.00-17.20 6 January Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @SP CLub – North 19.00- 21.00
COST ONE Workshop EUR 30per (2,5h) TWO Workshops EUR 55 (5h) THREE Workshops EUR 80 (7,5h) FOUR Workshops EUR 100 (10h) FIVE Workshops EUR 115 (12,5h)
Questions? WhatsApp +31653577930 or swingphilosophy@gmail.com
Shag is a fun and quick partner dance, often called „Collegiate Shag“. This dance form originated in the African American Community.
What to expect: We will learn the famous basics, deepen the technique & will enjoy dancing together in no timer!
Your teachers will be Loes & Assil two of the grooviest teachers you will meet!
LEVEL: This is aimed for beginners, however, some dance experience will make it easier to get more out of the course, OR you feel ready for an inspiring challenge.
WHEN: 3 Jan, 18.00 – 20.30 WHERE: KZ- Kompaszaal 311 (Amsterdam) 3 January Crash Course Shag 18.00 – 20.30h 3 January Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @KZ 12.00-17.20 6 January Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @SP CLub – North 19.00- 21.00
COST ONE Workshop EUR 30per (2,5h)
Questions? WhatsApp +31653577930 or swingphilosophy@gmail.com
As the legendary Lindy Hopper Sugar Sullivan once described, Blues is a fluid, smooth dance — an improvisational partner dance rooted in African American traditions, known for its grounded, athletic posture, rich rhythmic play, and deep partner connection.
What to expect: We will learn some of the core basics, deepen the technique & focus on the connection to BLUES music & your partner!
LEVEL: This is aimed for beginners, however, some dance experience will make it easier to get more out of the course, OR you feel ready for an inspiring challenge.
This Workshop is Part of our HOLIDAY SWING WORKSHOP SERIES. The whole PROGRAMME: 1 Dec Crash Course Charleston 19.00 – 21.30h 7 Dec FREE Lindy Hop Taster 12.00 – 13.00h 8 Dec Tranky Doo 19.00 – 21.30h 12 Dec Crash Course Balboa 19.00 – 21.30h 13 Dec Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @KZ 11.00 – 16.00h 19 Dec Christmas 20s Charleston 19.00 – 21.30h 27 Dec Crash Course Blues 19.00 – 21.30h 3 January Crash Course Shag 18.00 – 20.30h 3 January Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @KZ 12.00-17.20 6 January Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @SP CLub – North 19.00- 21.00
COST ONE Workshop EUR 30per (2,5h) TWO Workshops EUR 55 (5h) THREE Workshops EUR 80 (7,5h) FOUR Workshops EUR 100 (10h) FIVE Workshops EUR 115 (12,5h)
Questions? WhatsApp +31653577930 or swingphilosophy@gmail.com
Do you know Charleston? It’s a fun dance from the 1920s. It’s known for the playful kicks & swinging Rhythmus.
What to expect: We will learn some of the core basics like the twist, cow tail and drops. We will make sure that you learn the technique & feel comfortable & chill while dancing!
LEVEL: The Christmas 20s Charleston Workshop is aimed at folks that already dance.
This Workshop is Part of our HOLIDAY SWING WORKSHOP SERIES. The whole PROGRAMME: 1 Dec Crash Course Charleston 19.00 – 21.30h 7 Dec FREE Lindy Hop Taster 12.00 – 13.00h 8 Dec Tranky Doo 19.00 – 21.30h 12 Dec Crash Course Balboa 19.00 – 21.30h 13 Dec Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @KZ 11.00 – 16.00h 19 Dec Christmas 20s Charleston 19.00 – 21.30h 27 Dec Crash Course Blues 19.00 – 21.30h 3 January Crash Course Shag 18.00 – 20.30h 3 January Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @KZ 12.00-17.20 6 January Explorer Day FREE Taster Classes @SP CLub – North 19.00- 21.00
COST ONE Workshop EUR 30per (2,5h) TWO Workshops EUR 55 (5h) THREE Workshops EUR 80 (7,5h) FOUR Workshops EUR 100 (10h) FIVE Workshops EUR 115 (12,5h)
Questions? WhatsApp +31653577930 or swingphilosophy@gmail.com
