Swing&Soda
Lindy Hop, Charleston, Shag and Swing in Rome's Garbatella since 2008
A swing dance studio offering instruction in East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, and related swing styles.
Photo: Valentina Raimondi via Google
Before your first class
The school offers dedicated beginner classes alongside intermediate, advanced and invitational levels.
About this studio
Swing&Soda is a cultural association and swing dance school based in Rome's Garbatella neighbourhood since 2008. They teach Lindy Hop, Charleston, Shag, Vintage Jazz, Slow Lindy, and Ladies Project (technique & style) across multiple levels: beginner classes, intermediate (levels 1–2–3), advanced, and invitational classes.
The school is directed by Danilo and Valentina, who began collaborating in 2010 as teachers, choreographers and artistic directors. The teaching team also includes Mike, Claudia, Donatella and Giada. The school's philosophy, drawn from the Savoy era, emphasizes that dance ability matters above all else — the question was always "Can you dance?", never about who you were.
Swing&Soda hosts regular themed events including exhibitions, workshops, seminars, social dances and cultural events. They run both in-person classes at their venue and online courses. The school's performance group, Happy Hoppers, was formed in 2017 under the artistic direction of Danilo and Valentina and represents the school at events.
The school regularly hosts international guest teachers and multi-day workshop weekends. Past workshops have featured instructors including Fabien and Lisa, Ben Cook and Trisha Sewell, Michael and Evita, Jamin Jackson, Nathan Bugh, and others. The Swing Triad series has run multiple seasons, offering 8-hour weekend intensives in Lindy Hop, Lift & Drops & Aerials, and Slow Dance (Blues).
Swing dances themselves are rooted in African-American culture from Harlem, New York in the 1920s, with Lindy Hop reaching peak popularity in the 1930s–1940s. Swing&Soda's mission is to teach swing as an expressive, energetic and passionate dance form while spreading the rich cultural heritage that accompanies it.
What to expect
Your first visit
Classes are offered at various levels from beginner through invitational, with instruction in Lindy Hop, Charleston, Shag, Vintage Jazz, Slow Lindy and Ladies Project technique & style. You can attend in-person at their Garbatella venue or take online courses.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Danilo and Valentina are the artistic directors and principal teachers. The wider teaching team includes Mike, Claudia, Donatella and Giada.
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What beginners can expect
The school offers dedicated beginner classes alongside intermediate, advanced and invitational levels.
Studio history
Swing&Soda was founded in Rome in 2008 after a period of planning and development. Danilo and Valentina began their collaboration as teachers, choreographers and artistic directors in 2010. The school's performance group, Happy Hoppers, was established in 2017.
Styles offered
10 dance styles taught here
Gallery
The people, the parties and the dancing here
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
Swing&Sodahasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
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Frequently asked about Swing&Soda
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Swing&Soda teach?
Swing&Soda teaches Swing, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Charleston, Shag and 4 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Swing&Soda located?
Swing&Soda is located in Roma. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Swing&Soda offer private lessons?
Contact Swing&Soda directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Swing&Soda teach kids and adults?
Swing&Soda welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Swing&Soda?
The fastest path is to visit Swing&Soda via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.