This track is ideal for dancers who have completed at least one semester of Lindy Hop classes. You’re familiar with core 6- and 8-count moves like the tuck turn, send out/in, pass by, circle, and promenades for both leaders and followers. You're comfortable dancing these at slow to mid-tempo swing music.

If Swing The Abbey 2025 is your first international festival, this is a great place to start. Our teachers will keep the pace gentle and supportive—helping you solidify your basics while introducing you to new steps, rhythms, and concepts to inspire your dancing.

Your registration includes:

5 hours of Lindy Hop classes,
a cultural talk with Karl,
access to all evening parties

Please note: This is not a beginner-level track. If you’re just starting out with Lindy Hop, please sign up for the Sunday Beginners Class instead.

This track is for dancers who are ready to be challenged and inspired. You’ve been dancing Lindy Hop for at least two years, know your basics well, and feel confident on the social dance floor. You’re taking regular classes and might have attended a few international events already.

Our teachers will guide you through thoughtful and well-paced classes to help deepen your technique, creativity, and connection. You’ll strengthen your fundamentals while discovering new ideas that push your dancing forward—without the pressure of a fast pace.

Your registration includes:

5 hours of Lindy Hop classes,
a cultural talk with Karl,
access to all evening parties

Please note: This is not a beginner track. If you're just starting out with Lindy Hop, please join the Sunday Beginners Class instead.

This track is for experienced dancers who thrive on a challenge. You’ve been dancing Lindy Hop for at least five years, take advanced-level classes in your local scene, and regularly attend international workshops. You're confident dancing to everything from slow and groovy to fast and fiery tempos. You've spent time refining your rhythms, musicality, and technique—and you may even be teaching locally.

In this track, things move fast. Our teachers will push your dancing to new heights with complex material, deeper concepts, and plenty of surprises. Be ready to dig in, experiment, and stretch yourself—this is where solid dancers grow stronger.

Your registration includes:
 5 hours of Lindy Hop classes,
 a cultural talk with Karl,
 access to all evening parties

Please note: This is an advanced track and not suitable for beginners or casual dancers.

This track is all about Solo Jazz, with no partner required! It’s designed for dancers who have prior Solo Jazz experience and are comfortable with classic solo vocabulary. You should be familiar with moves like Suzie Q, Apple Jacks, Fishtails, Boogie Backs/Forwards, Box Steps, Knee Slaps, Tacky Annies, and more. You're ready to start experimenting with improvisation.

In this track, you’ll focus on expanding your Solo Jazz vocabulary, honing your technique, and getting creative with rhythm and style.

Your registration includes:
 5 hours of Solo Jazz classes,
 a cultural talk with Karl,
 access to all evening parties

Please note: This track is for dancers with prior Solo Jazz experience.

These classes are open to all levels.  Please check the schedule and/or the special class descriptions for possible combinations of tracks and special classes.

Signing up for these classes alone does not give access to parties. Add either a track, or a party pass to that effect.

For an energetic start into the weekend, join Tebby and his musicians for Friday special African dance class and dive into African rhythms and moves. This class is open to everyone, with or without prior dancing experience.

Signing up for this class does not give access to parties. Add either a full pass or a party pass to that effect.

This class is compatible with ALL tracks.

Musicality class - experience your individual groove, and range of motion and learn how to apply it to couple dancing

Unlock your unique rhythm and movement style in this musicality class designed for dancers of all levels. You’ll explore your personal groove, learn to recognize your natural range of motion, and discover how these elements influence your connection to music. Then, we’ll bridge the gap between solo expression and partner dance. Teaching you how to apply your individual musicality to enhance connection, timing, and creativity in couple dancing. Whether you’re new to dance or looking to deepen your artistry, this class will help you move with more authenticity, clarity, and joy.

This class is compatible with RED, ORANGE, BLUE and PURPLE tracks.

Join Rasmus for a deep dive into the rich, groovy sounds of Rhythm & Blues as it meets the world of swing dancing. In this special class, you’ll explore how Rhythm and Blues influenced swing-era music and how its soulful rhythms and expressive energy can inspire your dancing. You'll focus on movement quality, musicality, and playful variations that bring out the bluesy character in swing tunes. Expect grounded grooves, smooth transitions, and a whole lot of feeling—all tailored to swing music lovers.

This class is compatible with RED, ORANGE, BLUE and PURPLE tracks.

Step into the groove with this high-energy House dance class, designed especially for swing and jazz dancers! House is all about rhythm, flow, and footwork—making it a perfect complement to solo jazz and vernacular styles. In this session, we’ll explore foundational house steps, focus on bounce, fluidity, and musical connection, and show you how to blend these elements seamlessly into your swing or jazz dancing. Whether you're looking to level up your improvisation or add new textures to your movement, this class will open the door to a whole new groove.

This class is compatible with GREEN, ORANGE, BLUE & SILVER tracks.

Get 15% off your second, third and fourth special class or any special class you add to your track.

This course is for you if you want to have a first glance into the world of Swing dances. Stay with our teachers for a full Sunday afternoon and discover Lindy Hop, its origins and culture. No prior dance experience required, everyone is more than welcome! This class is also a great practice session for our new beginner students!

This course is 2h30 long (2x1h15)

After your class, practice your new dancing skills at our Sunday closing dance.

Your registration includes:

2h30 of Lindy Hop classes,
entrance to the Sunday party