Classes

  • 4 levels of lindy hop classes (beginner, inter, inter-advanced and advanced)
  • 4 international teacher couples
  • additional classes of Balboa, Solo Jazz, Boogie and Blues for intermediate, advanced level dansers 

Comp & Show

  • open Mix & Match
  • Solo Jazz Contest

Kouign’Amann

  • A little bit of butter (salty of course)
  • a little bit of sugar
  • and caramel for your well-being at our tasty festival!

Parties

  • 2 parties with live music and DJ sets
  • 2 late-night after-parties
  • 1 tea-party

Venue

  • An astonishing circus dome with mirrors, red hangings, wooden parquet – welcome to Magic Mirrors

Classes

  • 4 levels of lindy hop classes (beginner, inter, inter-advanced and advanced)
  • 4 international teacher couples
  • additional classes of Balboa, Solo Jazz, Boogie and Blues for intermediate, advanced level dansers 

Parties

  • 2 parties with live music and DJ sets
  • 2 late-night after-parties
  • 1 tea-party

Comp & Show

  • open Mix & Match
  • Cabaret

Venue

  • An astonishing circus dome with mirrors, red hangings, wooden parquet – welcome to Magic Mirrors

Kouign’Amann

  • A little bit of butter (salty of course)
  • a little bit of sugar
  • and caramel for your well-being at our tasty festival!

15. – 17. Nov 2024

Registration opens on Sunday 14th July at 12 a.m.

SwinG’Amann is back for it’s fourth edition!!!

From the 15th to 17th November 2023 we are going to spend an exciting weekend in our beloved town of Rennes. The name of the event comes right from one of the most delicious pastries in Brittany: the Kouign’Amann. Haven’t tasted it yet? Now is the time!

And you can be sure, that our festival will offer you a program just as tasty.

 

No 4

The registration to SwinG’Amann 2024 is now open!

Teachers

Henric & Joanna

Henric and Joanna Stillman both started dancing since they were kids. Dances like Lindy Hop, Bugg, Rock´n Roll, Double Bugg, Modern Dance, Jazz and ballet are just some of their repertoire.

In 1997 they coupled up to dance and compete in Boogie Woogie. In 1999 they became members of the Swedish national team and have since then entered and placed in many competitions.

Nowadays they are dancing and teaching all around the world in both Boggie Woogie and Lindy hop like Shanghai, Buenos Aires, Perth, Paris, Milano, Hong kong  etc. They are head coaches for the Swedish National Team in Boogie Woogie and are working hard for the whole team.

So impressive, isn’t it? And now we will have an incredible chance to welcome them in Rennes!

Vincenzo & Hyunjung

Vincenzo Fesi is a worldwide recognised dancer, teacher and choreographer. As a real globetrotter, he teaches and performs at the most prestigious swing dance events around the world. 

He was born at Lake Como, but Roma adopted him three years ago. Inspired by the incomparable Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly and Frankie Manning Vincenzo Fesi dances the Lindy Hop, the Balboa, the tap dance and many other jazz styles.

Vincenzo organizes intensive workshops for beginners and professional dancers alike both in Como and in Roma. He has a specific teaching method that he developed throughout his years of experience in the fields. When he teaches and when he performs, Vincenzo gives off a contagious energy that drives his audience crazy.

Vincenzo is not only a dancer. He choreographs, sings, presents radio shows and he is also a capable story teller of the history of jazz dance. In 2014 he wrote the preface of the Italian edition of the book “Frankie Manning: ambasciatore dello swing”.

Hyunjung Choi is a swing dancer, instructor and choreographer. Having majored in Korean traditional dance and enjoyed various dances such as dance sport and ballet, she came across swing dance in 2005, and instantly became fascinated by the dance.

Since 2006, she has been teaching various lindy hop classes with new ideas, aiming for the growth of Korean swing dance scene, as well as competing internationally to acquire various titles. Especially her name became known to others by winning the 1st place in “Hellzapoppin contest, Frankie 100” 

She continues to show her unique character in workshops and events all around the world. She is a passionate dancer who strives to better express herself, and her delightful dancing gives positive energy to everyone who watches her dance.

Vincenzo & Hyunjung

Vincenzo Fesi is a worldwide recognised dancer, teacher and choreographer. As a real globetrotter, he teaches and performs at the most prestigious swing dance events around the world. 

He was born at Lake Como, but Roma adopted him three years ago. Inspired by the incomparable Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly and Frankie Manning Vincenzo Fesi dances the Lindy Hop, the Balboa, the tap dance and many other jazz styles.

Vincenzo organizes intensive workshops for beginners and professional dancers alike both in Como and in Roma. He has a specific teaching method that he developed throughout his years of experience in the fields. When he teaches and when he performs, Vincenzo gives off a contagious energy that drives his audience crazy.

Vincenzo is not only a dancer. He choreographs, sings, presents radio shows and he is also a capable story teller of the history of jazz dance. In 2014 he wrote the preface of the Italian edition of the book “Frankie Manning: ambasciatore dello swing”.

Hyunjung Choi is a swing dancer, instructor and choreographer. Having majored in Korean traditional dance and enjoyed various dances such as dance sport and ballet, she came across swing dance in 2005, and instantly became fascinated by the dance.

Since 2006, she has been teaching various lindy hop classes with new ideas, aiming for the growth of Korean swing dance scene, as well as competing internationally to acquire various titles. Especially her name became known to others by winning the 1st place in “Hellzapoppin contest, Frankie 100” 

She continues to show her unique character in workshops and events all around the world. She is a passionate dancer who strives to better express herself, and her delightful dancing gives positive energy to everyone who watches her dance.

Simon & Ari

Ari and Simon are swing dance teachers, performers and choreographers. They are passionate about Lindy Hop and Authentic Jazz, especially in the context of their cultural traditions, their values and their place as an artform. Working together since 2016, they are now based in Madrid working globally as well as growing their online platform through Patreon. They are an energetic and rhythmical couple who love the interplay between the individual, the music and the partner during a dance and how it can develop into a beautiful conversation.

They hold titles from the International Lindy Hop Championships, The Savoy Cup and The Korean Lindy Hop Championships, among others. Their passion for the dance and the culture of swing has grown with them and is something they constantly strive to develop and express, whether in classes, on stage or in competition.

https://ariandsimon.com/

Nicolas & Alina

And the last detail, the pinch of salt in the mixture of butter and caramel – the third couple of teachers: Nicolas and Alina. Classes with them – a fascinating blend of French charm and Slavic austerity – are ultimately a joyful encounter, where everyone laughs and feels free to express themselves. Smiles and passion are always there, they like to share their knowledge in a relaxed and good mood.

We can count on Alina and her love of rigor to keep the cours serious, and on the historical digressions of Nico (graduate in history) to travel and learn while having fun! They had the opportunity to teach together “at home” (in France and Belarus), but also abroad, where they both won prizes in competitions, separately and as a couple. Many years of experience across Europe and the discovery of different visions, techniques and teaching methods strengthen their partnership, enrich it, and constantly inspire them for new projects.

 

 

Nicolas & Alina

And the last detail, the pinch of salt in the mixture of butter and caramel – the third couple of teachers: Nicolas and Alina. Classes with them – a fascinating blend of French charm and Slavic austerity – are ultimately a joyful encounter, where everyone laughs and feels free to express themselves. Smiles and passion are always there, they like to share their knowledge in a relaxed and good mood.

We can count on Alina and her love of rigor to keep the cours serious, and on the historical digressions of Nico (graduate in history) to travel and learn while having fun! They had the opportunity to teach together “at home” (in France and Belarus), but also abroad, where they both won prizes in competitions, separately and as a couple. Many years of experience across Europe and the discovery of different visions, techniques and teaching methods strengthen their partnership, enrich it, and constantly inspire them for new projects.

 

Venues

MeM

An astonishing circus dome with mirrors, red hangings, wooden parquet and disco balls – the Magic Mirrors welcomes the SwinG’amann for its fourth crazy edition! We will have the chance and above all the pleasure of enjoying this magical place throughout the festival: It will be the venue for classes, for our parties on Friday, Saturday and also the Farewell-party on Sunday. A truly special place for a very tasty occasion…

Route de Sainte Foix La Piverdière
35000 Rennes, France

Parquet de Bal
MeM

Cadran

Here we will have a pleasure to have part of classes during saturday and sunday

11 Av. André Mussat, 35000 Rennes

Maison Bleue

This “Blue House” is where we will hold part of our classes.

123 Bd de Verdun
35000 Rennes, France

Maison Bleu
Dance Addict

Dance Addict

Welcome to our cozy Dance Addict studio. Within these walls, where we give most of our weekly classes during the year, you will enjoy part of classes and late night After-parties.

16 Rue de Brest
35000 Rennes, France

Schedule

Provisional schedule of the weekend, some changes may come later !

Friday 15.11.

19:00 Registration for level 2

"MEM" Magic Mirrors
19:15 - 20:15Level 2 N&A
20:15 Solo Jazz Prelims
22:00 Solo Jazz Finals

20:45 – 00:00 Party at Magic Mirrors
01:00 – 03:00 After-Party at Dance Addict

Saturday 16.11.

"MeM" Magic Mirrors
10:00 - 11:30Level 3* H&J
11:30 - 13:00 Level 3* A&S
13:15 - 14:15Level 4 N&A
14:30 - 16:00Level 4 V&H
16:30- 18:30Solo A&S
Cadran
10:00 - 11:30Level 3 A&S
11:45 - 13:15Level 3 V&H
14:30 - 16:00Level 2 H&J
16:30 - 17:30Boogie H&J
Dance Addict
11:45 - 13:15 Level 1 H&J
13:45 - 15:15 Level 1 A&S

20:00 Open Mix&Match Prelims
20:30 – 00:30 Party at Magic Mirrors
22:00 Open Mix & Match Finals
01:00 – 04:00 After Party at Dance Addict

 

Sunday 17.11.

"MeM" Magic Mirrors
10:00 - 11:00Level 3 N&A
11:15 - 12:45 Level 3 H&J
12:45 - 14:15Level 4 H&J
14:30 - 16:00Balboa V&H
Cadran
10:00 - 11:30Level 4 A&S
11:45 - 13:15Level 3* V&H
13:15 - 14:15Level 3* N&A
14:30 - 16:00Blues N&A
Maison Bleue
10:00 - 11:30Level 2 V&H
11:45 - 13:15Level 2 A&S

16:00 – 18:00 Farewell party at “MeM” Magic Mirrors

 

Levels

Beginner – Caramel

You’ve just started discovering lindy hop, you attend regular classes or making regular workhors as a beginner and you have already made your first basic steps. This level is for you!

Intermediate – Kouignette

You have behind you minimum one year of experience in Lindy hop with classes, workshops, practices, etc… You already know the basic rhythms like the triple step, kick step and you lead/follow the classic variations in a couple in a relaxed way! Now you are ready to expand your vocabulary to set the track on fire!

Intermediate-Advanced – Kouign’Amann

You can now easily mix Lindy hop and Charleston moves and you already have enough vocabulary to feel confident about slow, medium and fast tempos. You practice regularly and you go out social dancing on a weekly basis.
What you are looking for while taking classes at festivals and workshops, is to explore the subtleties of connection, musicality, creativity and style! Be welcome in level “kouing’amman”!

IMPORTANT:  The are going to be two groups of level 3 “Kouign’amann”. This groups will have no difference in level but will be formed according to the date of your registration. First registered go to group 3 (“level 3” at the schedule). Once it is full, other registrations go to group 3* (“level 3*” at the schedule)

Advanced – Swing’Amann

It’s been several years since you practiced lindy hop. Attending festivals or workshops is now your habit, and you are most of the time placed in the highest levels. You are very comfortable with leading & following, improvisation, dancing at 230+ bpm and 120bpm or slower. You might be teaching locally or nationally.

 

Attention: When registering for the advanced level, you will be asked to mention a trusted person who can confirm your level if needed.

We are not organizing level auditions, but we wish for all participants to feel comfortable in their group, where they will have classes. Therefore, we kindly ask you to read the description carefully and choose the one that most closely matches your actual level.

Adds -on

IMPORTANT: additional classes are not taster classes where you discover basic step of a new dance for you.
Attending additional classes supposes that you are an experienced dancer (in this particular dance or other swing dance) and you wish to learn more about it.

Passes

Lindy Pass

5 1/2 hours of classes

(for levels: Intermediate, Intermediate-Advanced and Advanced)

  • Friday and Saturday parties with live music and DJ sets
  • After-Party on Friday and Saturday night
  • Farewell-Party on Sunday
170 €

Beginner Lindy Pass

3 hours of classes

(for level Beginner only)

  • Friday and Saturday parties with live music and DJ sets
  • After-Parties on Friday and Saturday night
  • Farewell-Party on Sunday
100 €

Party Pass

  • Friday Party with live music and Solo Jazz Contest
  • Saturday Party with live music, Open Mix & Match competition 
  • After-Party on Friday and Saturday
  • Farewell-Party on Sunday
60 €

Adds-on*

1h and 1/2 hours of classes

additional classes for intermediate and advanced levels

  • Balboa with Vincenzo and Hyunjung
  • Solo Jazz with Ari and Simon
  • Boogie with Henric and Joanna
  • Blues with Nicolas and Alina
20 € x1

* Additional classes can be added to the Party Pass, to the Lindy Pass (levels Intermediate-Advanced or Advanced) or can be taken separately.