June 19-21, 2020
Sørmarka, Enebakkveien 625, 1404 Siggerud
Oslo, Norway
About Sol Swing
Come celebrate summer solstice dancing with the hottest professionals in WEST COAST SWING history. Different styles of wcs, all mixed at one event with workshops tailored to your level. You will greet friends and meet new ones, you will experience midnight sun and dance until dawn. We have chosen the sweetest spot, you will be surrounded by nature and a beautiful lake ... you can even bring a tent and sleep outside. You'll be glad you came!
Stephen White
John Festa
Blake Hobby
Mary Ann Nunez
Alyssa Glanville
How do WCS communities grow? 🤔
They succeed when inspired by skilled and passionate teachers.
You can become such a teacher!🦸♀️
If you already teach west coast swing or are just thinking of it - our extra class with Certified Golden State Dance Teacher is for you!
TEACHERS INTENSIVE with
⭐️Mary Ann Nunez⭐️
⏰3 hours split into 2 sessions
Friday 17:00 - 18:30
Saturday 10:00 - 11:30
💡Covers key aspects of being that dance teacher who excels in training dancers and competitors.
💳 Cost: 750 NOK
To sign up, check "Teachers Training" in additional options of your #SOLSWING2020 registration on Danceconvention.
Learn from a Legendary Dancer, multi Champion, International Judge and become that leader who drives change!
Teacher Training
Registration is Open
Tickets
1400 nok
Sunrise Pass
Dec 20 to Jan 31
1300 nok
Student / Internationals
Daylight Pass
Until March 15th
1600 nok
Student / Internationals
1500 nok
Sunset Pass
Until May 15th
1800 nok
Student / Internationals
1700 nok
2000 nok
Student / Internationals
1900 nok
Midnight Pass
from May 16 / @ door
Sørmarka
A beautiful conference hotel
surrounded by nature 20 min from
Oslo center!
Enebakkveien 625, 1404 Siggerud
About Sørmarka
Syverudtjernet lake – swim, hike, rent canoes
Fitness room, a sauna, tanning beds and more!
Barbecue site at Gapahuken
Free parking, charging possibilities for electric cars
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
FULL PENSION
Hotel room + all meals
Single Room
1410 NOK / person/ night
Double Room
1075 NOK / person
BED & BREAKFAST
Hotel room + Breakfast
SNGL NOK 870 / person/ night
DBL 1070 NOK /room/night
CLOSE-2-NATURE
Tent & Dinner Friday
NOK 270.00
Tent & All Meals Saturday
NOK 690.00
Tent & All Meals Sunday
NOK 690.00
Tent & Breakfast Saturday
NOK 160.00
Tent & Breakfast Sunday
NOK 160.00
Shower facilities will be offered
at hotel premises
Single Room
NOK 1410 / person/ night
Triple & Quad Room
964 NOK /person
TRPL 1270 NOK/room/night
QUADR 1479 NOK/room/pr night
(on request)
PRO BIOS & VIDEOS
Stephen White is a teacher/performer/judge/coach/choreographer predominantly in WCS dancing, though also proficient in International Latin, Theater Arts, Country Western, Hustle, Salsa, and many more. Stephen has actually got his start as a Ballroom instructor and competitor in American Rhythm before transitioning over to West Coast Swing. His diverse background, and passion for getting into people’s heads, lends itself to providing the education his students need. Stephen has been invited to teach, judge, choreograph, and perform in over 20 different countries, and is now making his home in the Clearwater area, at District Dance Academy (DDA). He's excited to become a part of this community in various capacities, and looks forward to dancing with you all!
Stephen White
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John Festa was born into a New York family where swing dancing was vital. He was taught the Lindy Hop at an early age and after a career in ballet, John rediscovered Lindy Hop in the burgeoning swing scene of NYC in the late 80's. It was at his first swing weekend that John was introduced to West Coast Swing. He quickly became a pivotal figure in the national WCS world, especially due to his devoted service to the community: John is Co-Founder of Gotham Swing Club, 1st and foremost WCS Club in the Northeast; Co-Founder of Liberty Swing Dance Championships; hosted the longest-running weekly WCS party in NYC. A renowned instructor, DJ, dance stylist, Judge and competitor, teaching since 1991 in venues across the USA and known to influence dancers and DJ's equally, he is now dedicated to "Classic Style Swing". Festa’s been the recipient of the DJ of the Year award, is a Living Legend of Dance, and been inducted into the Kenny Wetzel DJ Hall of Fame and the World Swing Dance Council Hall of Fame.
John Festa
Blake Hobby Dowling is a two time US Open Champion and a Living Legends of Dance Hall of Fame inductee. She has been competing, teaching, and judging on the National Swing Circuit for over 20 years. Previous to entering the Swing world, Blake danced in ballet companies in Atlanta and Boston. She additionally holds a Master’s degree in teaching which is evident in her planning and implementation of dance instruction. Her teaching style is clear, direct, easy and focuses on technique and execution.
Blake Hobby
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Mary Ann Nunez
Mary Ann Nuñez is totally hip, and is rated as one of the best swing dance professionals in the USA. She’s an energetic presence on the workshop and on the dance floor at major dance events across the county. Her trademark is her detailed and impressive musical interpretations down to the most miniscule flurry or background beat. Whatever the music is doing, you’ll see her feet, body and motion interrupt it in perfect timing. Two Time winner of the US OPEN Showcase Division, Mary Ann has been inducted into the World Swing Dance Hall of Fame, the California Swing Dance Hall of Fame, the National Living Legends and the USOPEN Walk of Fame Legends of Swing. Received a Three Time Feather Award for Most Outstanding Female Dancer and a Three Time Dancers Choice Award for Favorite Female Dancer. Has placed first in many Champion Level Jack & Jill Swing competitions nationwide and has accumulated one of the highest female Jack & Jill contestant points in the WSDC Competitors Registry before retiring from competition. She is a Certified Golden State Dance Teacher. Teaches Workshops, and judges internationally. Loves to share the knowledge so every dance enthusiasts can become a good follower or leader and have fun doing it.