Our Dance Partners

Swing dance is the collective name for various African-American jazz dances from the 1920s–40s. The best known are Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa, Collegiate Shag and Solo Jazz. Swing dance is the best way to meet people, stay active and have fun!

Swing is more than just a dance, it’s a lifestyle! Sharing special moments together and daring to show your true self on the dance floor gives such a rush! Swing Philosophy wants to share this with as many people as possible. They do this by offering weekly classes, parties (with live music) and workshops. At Kompaszaal, classes take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. And you can often just join in with a drop-in ticket.

At Gel you learn the real rock ‘n’ roll dancing from the fifties. The association (since 1984!) is known in Amsterdam and far out. Gel gives courses at different levels so that anyone can learn. After class there is a social dance where you can put your moves to practice or just have a drink. Each course period is concluded with a dazzling party in style with a live rock ‘n’roll band. Gel dances on Tuesday evenings, come and have a look!

On Wednesdays, Kompaszaal welcomes Lumos Latin Dance School. Lumos offers salsa (On1) and bachata classes for beginners and advanced dancers alike, in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where you learn quickly and have a great time.

Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or looking to sharpen your technique: at Lumos it’s all about connection, fun and growth. Trial lesson always welcome.