Ari and Simon are swing dance teachers, performers and choreographers. Primarily focused on Lindy Hop and Authentic Jazz. They are passionate about these dance forms, 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.

Meet Swing Kitchen, a Ghent-based band that mixes traditional ingredients in its own unique way! They serve up powerful vocals on a bed of driving rhythm and crazy piano jumps, seasoned with popping sax lines and a pinch of humor. You'll discover famous tunes in fresh arrangements and forgotten gems. The energy they bring will have everyone dancing and tapping their feet uncontrollably! Enjoy the stew of classics and forgotten vegetables they serve up!

Emilie Leysen: vocals

Heleen Andriessen: piano

Sam Opstaele: guitar

Joachim Thys: sax

Lara Rosseel: double bass

Jan Van Steenbrugge: drums