Welcome to the first Light Town Swing Festival, taking place on November 6-7, 2026 at Strijp-S in Eindhoven! Organised by the local Lindy Hop community, the festival will feature two evenings of dancing with a live band and DJ, as well as Lindy Hop workshops for various levels taught by inspiring teachers.
Come dance, learn, connect, and celebrate Lindy Hop with us in Eindhoven!
Teachers
Nerea and Miguel started their dance journey together in 2018 and have been sharing their love for Swing ever since. They bring an energetic and joyful approach to movement, with a strong focus on connection, musicality and, above all, having fun while dancing.
Since they started teaching together, they have developed their own shared approach to dance and founded Baila Swing, the Swing school they currently run in Vigo, Spain.
Their passion for Swing dance and music has taken them on a journey through different Swing styles, their history and their roots. They are especially interested in understanding where these dances come from and how their influence can still be felt today. This is something they bring into their classes, while sharing the joy, energy and creativity that make Swing so special to them.
Andrea discovered Lindy Hop in 2015 in Genoa, after years of exploring European folk dances. With a background in theatre and guitar, he brings enthusiasm, technical depth and historical context to his teaching.
Benedetta discovered Lindy Hop in 2018, after growing up with classical piano and later exploring drums and different musical styles. She brings clarity, strong musicality and creativity to her classes, while always leaving room for personal expression.
Together, Andrea and Benedetta create an engaging learning environment where technique meets playfulness and musicality meets personal expression. For them, dancing is about connection, community, discovery and of course, a lot of joy.
They all can’t wait to bring their energy to Light Town Swing in Eindhoven!
Band
Based in Utrecht, Netherlands, and comprised of talented musicians from diverse corners of the globe, the Swing Rhythm Club embodies vintage glamour and infuses every performance with the infectious energy of Jazz and Swing music.
With roots deeply embedded in the golden era of Big Band Swing and the spirited rhythms of New Orleans Jazz, The Swing Rhythm Club’s repertoire spans the decades from the roaring 1920s to the Jitterbugging 1940s.
Catch them live for an unforgettable experience, where every note resonates with the spirit of an era gone by, inviting you to tap your foot and even dance your worries away. The Swing Rhythm Club guarantees to transform any gathering into a lively celebration, leaving audiences electrified and longing for more.
Light Town Swing — Lindy Hop Levels
✦ SPARK
You’re just starting to light up the dance floor!
Typically 0-12 months of Lindy Hop experience
You are getting comfortable with the fundamentals. You know your basic rhythms and steps and can dance simple 6- and 8-count patterns.
You’re familiar with moves such as the Lindy Circles, Pass-bys, Tuck Turns and basic Charleston, and you’re starting to discover how to connect these movements with your partner. You may have started going to socials, but you’re still building confidence on the dance floor.
This level is for you if: you know the basics and want to become more comfortable dancing socially.
✦ GLOW
You’re no longer finding your way around Light Town — you’re starting to
glow!
Typically 1-3 years of Lindy Hop experience
The fundamental moves feel familiar, and you can comfortably dance circles, passes, turns, Charleston and Swing Outs. You regularly enjoy social dancing.
You’re ready to build on your movement vocabulary and explore connection, rhythm, musicality, variations and styling. You can adapt to different partners and tempos, and you’re looking to make your social dancing smoother, more confident and more expressive.
This level is for you if: the Swing Out is part of your social-dance vocabulary and you’re ready to take your dancing beyond the basics.
✦ STARLIGHT
You bring your own light to the dance floor.
Typically +3 years of Lindy Hop experience
Social dancing has become a regular part of your life. You have a broad vocabulary of Lindy Hop movements, feel comfortable mixing 6- and 8-count rhythms, and can dance confidently across a wide range of tempos. You feel at ease dancing with different partners and navigating the social dance floor.
At this level, the focus shifts from learning new material to deepening musicality, creativity and personal expression. Expect to explore improvisation, rhythm variations, styling, connection, dynamics and your own personal voice.
This level is for you if: you feel at home on the social dance floor, enjoy improvising and want to develop your individual style and musical expression.
At Lindy Hop Eindhoven we strive to create a safe, open and welcoming space in line with our code of conduct.
If you want to register find the level which fits you most from the descriptions and include it on the registration form.