🎵 Lindy Roots Weekend – Afro Swing Edition 2025

From November 7–9, 2025, the city of Freiburg, Germany, comes alive with rhythm, roots, and connection at the Lindy Roots Weekend – Afro Swing Edition.

This special edition celebrates the African origins of swing dance and jazz, offering a deep dive into Afro Swing, traditional Mozambican dance, Lindy Hop, drumming, and singing — all guided by the extraordinary Smile Trio Mozambique.

It’s a weekend of learning, feeling, and celebrating the true spirit of dance and music.

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📅 Dates & Registration

  • Dates: November 7 – 9, 2025
  • Country: Germany 🇩🇪
  • Town: Freiburg
  • Website: thelindycorner.com/lindy-roots-weekend
  • Organised by: The Lindy Corner Freiburg
  • Passes:
    • Full Pass: all workshops, live music classes, and parties
    • Party Pass: evening socials only
  • Registration: open via the official website

💃 Dance Styles

Jazz, Lindy Hop

📍 What & Where

  • Location: The Lindy Corner dance spaces and cultural venues in Freiburg.
  • Vibe: educational, musical, and soulful — a true exploration of swing’s deep cultural heritage.

🎭 Activities & Highlights

  • Afro Swing & traditional Mozambican dance workshops with live drumming and singing.
  • Lindy Hop & Solo Jazz classes inspired by African rhythm and movement.
  • Live music in every class and during evening parties.
  • Sessions on rhythm, voice, and cultural context led by the Smile Trio.
  • Parties with live Afro Swing music — full of energy, heart, and connection.
  • Local Freiburg teachers supporting and co-leading the classes.
A weekend to feel the roots, move with intention, and reconnect with the true spirit of swing.

👣 Teachers

Smile Trio Mozambique 🇲🇿

  • Augusto Manhiça
  • Elias Manhiça
  • Eugénio Macuvel

Supported by local Freiburg teachers from The Lindy Corner community.

Renowned for their energy, authenticity, and deep connection to African movement and rhythm, the Smile Trio brings a one-of-a-kind experience to every class and performance.

🎟 Why You Should Come

The Lindy Roots Weekend – Afro Swing Edition is not just about steps — it’s about rhythm, history, and soul.

Dance to live music, connect through culture, and rediscover the origins of swing through African expression, storytelling, and movement.

🪩 Quick Overview

When: November 7–9, 2025
Where: Freiburg, Germany
Styles: Jazz, Lindy Hop
Highlights: Afro Swing focus · Mozambican dance & drumming · live music · Smile Trio Mozambique