Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich
Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa & Blues in Munich — workshops, private lessons…
A swing dance studio offering instruction in East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, and related swing styles.
Photo: Swing and the City - Christine von Scheidt via Google
Before your first class
The school runs Lindy Hop 1 Einsteiger classes for absolute beginners and offers taster courses on request.
Workshops from €50–€180 (taster course 1 hour); private classes available; travel packages €299–€699; corporate events €180–€580; show performance €250–€580 within Munich area.
About this studio
Swing and the City is a swing dance school and event organiser in Munich, teaching Lindy Hop, Charleston, West Coast Swing, Balboa, Shag, Burlesque and Blues. The school runs regular workshops at multiple levels (Lindy Hop 1 Einsteiger for beginners, Lindy Hop 2 Aufsteiger and Lindy Hop 3 Intermediate), private lessons at Orleansstraße 43, and open-level workshops. Most Lindy Hop workshops take place at Vijnana Yoga Studio on Orleansstraße 45a, while Burlesque workshops are held at Boogie Bären.
The school is known for its active social scene and party calendar. It organises regular swing parties and special events, including Wies'n Gaudi (an annual gathering at Oktoberfest in the Löwenbräuzelt), Blues Verschwörung events, and the Flüsterparty (a 1920s–themed event). Swing and the City also runs Lindy Exchanges — multi-day social events focused on dancing, sightseeing and making connections within the swing dance community. From 2004 to 2023, the school organised the Munich Lindy Exchange (MLX), traditionally held on the first Oktoberfest weekend and the first Lindy Exchange in Germany.
Beyond local classes and socials, Swing and the City offers extensive travel experiences. Dance holidays include Balboa in Beautiful Madeira (€399 per person, requiring 2 years of Balboa experience, with instructors Christine von Scheidt, Peter Schulze and Ari Levitt from Seattle), private classes in Valencia (€699 for a week with 5 private lessons and seven nights accommodation at Christine's Villa Rosa, or €299 for a chill-out week without classes), Waltz Week in Vienna, and dance camps in Valencia and Landsberg.
For corporate and private events, the school offers a full service: dance coaching via private lessons, taster courses (Schnupperkurse) lasting 15–40 minutes, and show performances. Prices include a 1-hour taster course at €180, show performances by 1 pair for €250, 2 pairs for €430, or 3 pairs for €580 (within the Munich area; additional travel costs apply elsewhere). The school can also arrange DJs and swing bands. Swing and the City has a 4.8 Google rating based on 51 reviews.
What to expect
Your first visit
Classes are structured by level, from Lindy Hop 1 Einsteiger (beginners) through intermediate. Workshops typically run 3 hours. The school holds parties regularly, including monthly socials and seasonal events. Taster courses on request can introduce you to swing in 15–40 minutes.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Christine von Scheidt and Peter Schulze are named as core instructors and event organisers. Ari Levitt from Seattle teaches alongside them on international trips.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
The school runs Lindy Hop 1 Einsteiger classes for absolute beginners and offers taster courses on request.
Studio history
Swing and the City organised the Munich Lindy Exchange (MLX) annually from 2004 to 2023, making it the first Lindy Exchange in Germany. It was traditionally held on the first Oktoberfest weekend and included sightseeing and Bavarian folk dance workshops as part of its programme.
Styles offered
9 dance styles taught here
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The people, the parties and the dancing here
Amenities
Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich teach?
Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich teaches Swing, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa and 3 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich located?
Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich is located in München. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich offer private lessons?
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Does Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich teach kids and adults?
Swing On Stage - Swing and the City of Munich welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
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