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INSTRUCTORS
INSTRUCTORS
Learn about our amazing instructors from all over the globe!
(find out more about our workshops HERE)
Nils & Bianca
Bianca Locatelli and Nils Andrén are Lindy Hop and Boogie Woogie dancers, choreographers, instructors and performers with a passion for driving the art form forward and have devoted the last decade to teaching, performing, and choreographing. Their true passion lies in Lindy Hop and Boogie Woogie, two vibrant dance styles that have deep roots in African American culture.
They have won numerous competitions worldwide, holding titles at ILHC, Camp Hollywood, and the European Swing Dance Championships. We are so happy to have them here for the first time!
Skye & Frida
This year we welcome once again, the great Skye & Frida, stalwarts of the Uptown Swingout experience. These two have been teaching and competing together for decades, winning countless titles along the way and influencing countless dancers with their seemingly effortless energy, connection, and style.
These two are always looking to push the dance while never disconnecting from the heart of what makes Lindy Hop so special. Come enjoy one of the very rare chances to learn from them in the USA at the Uptown Swingout this year!
Felipe & Dee
Dee is returning once again to the Uptown Swingout and this time she joined by the great Felip Braga. Felipe has embodied the Lindy Hop spirit since before he knew it existed. It is hard to find someone who doesn’t like Felipe. His warm personality charms every dancer he meets, and his ability to connect with people in conversation carries over onto the dance floor.
And as always Dee brings charisma, her years of teaching expertise and most of all her joy of dancing. We are so excited to have them this year!
Peter & Naomi
Peter Strom and Naomi Uyama are world-renowned Lindy Hop dancers and instructors. They have dedicated over 25 years to the Lindy Hop and vernacular jazz dances, winning champion titles at the International Lindy Hop Championships and the US Open Swing Dance Championships. Naomi also leads the band "Naomi & Her Handsome Devils", our house band for the weekend!
Together, Peter and Naomi are known for their strong partnership, dedication to teaching, and passion for Lindy Hop as a living dance with a rich history. They are also your co-event directors for the weekend and they are so happy to share their vision with you!
Remy Kouakou Kouame
Remy Kouakou Kouame is an internationally respected movement artist and creative. He has established himself as a gifted choreographer, performer, DJ, and dancer.
He'll be returning to the Uptown Swingout once again this year but this time, he'll be teaching Solo Jazz!. We are so excited to have Remy share his originality, joy, and unique approach to Jazz dancing at the Uptown Swingout this year!
Event Passes
Full Pass
$220
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Saturday & Sunday Workshops
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Friday, Saturday, & Sunday Dances & Pizza Party
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All Culture Sessions
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(Friday Classes NOT Included)
Dance Pass
$120
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Friday, Saturday, & Sunday Dances
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Line Dance Pizza Party
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All Culture Sessions
Add-On Class
$40
Friday
$20
Saturday
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2 hour Friday night Class
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(NOT part of weekend pass)
Event Passes
Blake & Sylvia
Partnering the great Sylvia Sykes this year is Blake Thiessen, an amazingly smooth and connected dancer whose Lindy Hop and Balboa are equally amazing. Sylvia and Blake will be teaching a special Balboa add-on class on Friday as well as some Lindy Hop over the weekend. With proud roots learning to dance in Southern California, Blake is deeply inspired by historic dancers Dean Collins, Maxie Dorf, Hal Takier, John Mills, Lennie Smith, and more and Sylvia was lucky enough to learn directly from and dance with many of those very masters. More on Sylvia on our Legends page.
