A premium West Coast Swing programme — three days of workshops, competitions, and social dancing, set in the magic of a Swiss Christmas.
Workshops·Social Dancing·WSDC Competitions·Christmas in Geneva
A Winter Celebration of Dance
Swiss Open is a brand-new West Coast Swing event in Geneva, Switzerland, bringing together world-class workshops, inspiring social dancing and exciting WSDC competitions for an elegant and festive weekend.
Set at the Hilton Geneva Airport, just minutes from the international airport, it welcomes dancers from every corner of the world for an unforgettable celebration under the lights of a Swiss Christmas.
Our Geneva West Coast Swing community is proud to welcome you and looks forward to sharing its passion, hospitality and love of dance with dancers from Switzerland, Europe and beyond.
Five couples, one stage
"The dance floor is where strangers become a community — and a weekend becomes a memory."
Compete. Improve. Be inspired.
Jack & Jill
No partner required. Dance with randomly drawn partners and let your connection and musicality shine — a division for every level, with official WSDC points on the line.
Strictly Swing
Bring your partner of choice and dance the whole competition together. For Swiss Open the Strictly carries a festive twist — every couple takes the floor in a Christmas-themed outfit.
Three days, one celebration
Provisional schedule — subject to change
Find your level
Workshops run across five levels. Levels 2 and 3 are open by dance experience; Levels 4 to 6 are reserved for dancers holding the corresponding WSDC points.
For dancers who have been learning West Coast Swing for approximately 1 year and are comfortable social dancing with a variety of partners.
For dancers who have been learning West Coast Swing for approximately 2.5 to 3 years and have developed strong fundamentals, musical awareness, adaptability, and confidence on the social dance floor.
Open to dancers holding a minimum of 1 WSDC Novice point.
Open to dancers holding a minimum of 1 WSDC Intermediate point.
Open to dancers holding a minimum of 1 WSDC Advanced point.
If you are unsure which level is right for you, please contact the Swiss Open team before registering.
Choose your pass
Secure your spot — prices rise as the event approaches. International pays in EUR · Swiss residents (with a Swiss address) pay in CHF.
Full Pass
1 level of workshops (5 hours per level) + all competitions + the three parties (Friday, Saturday & Sunday).
Party Pass
All competitions + the three parties (Friday, Saturday & Sunday). Social dancing all weekend.
All passes include access to social dancing, parties and shows. Passes are non-refundable.
Hilton Geneva Hotel & Conference Centre
- —10–15 minutes on foot from Geneva Airport
- —Free Hilton airport shuttle every 20 minutes
- —Ballroom, workshop rooms, restaurants & rooms under one roof
- —Free Geneva Transport Card for hotel guests
- —Special Swiss Open room rates
Getting to the venue
One of the most convenient locations in Geneva for international travelers — just minutes from the airport.
From Geneva Airport (GVA)
Just minutes from Geneva International Airport — reachable on foot in about 10–15 minutes. Many dancers walk directly from the terminal.
Free Airport Shuttle
A complimentary Hilton shuttle connects the airport and the hotel every 20 minutes, from 4:20 AM to 11:40 PM, departing from arrivals.
Public Transport
Hotel guests receive a free Geneva Transport Card for unlimited travel on Geneva's public network during their stay.
Arriving by Car
On-site parking is available; we recommend the Palexpo Parking, directly connected to the hotel. A few minutes from the motorway and the French border.
Official Hotels
We have secured special rates with three hotels located just steps from the venue. We strongly recommend booking early — December is a busy period in Geneva and availability is limited.
Hilton Geneva Hotel & Conference Centre
Stay right in the heart of the event — workshops, competitions, social dancing, restaurants and your room all under one roof.
- CHF 160 / night · single occupancy
- CHF 190 / night · double occupancy
- Breakfast included
Ibis Styles Genève Palexpo Aéroport
Just across the Palexpo underground parking, a comfortable, modern stay only a few minutes' walk from the Hilton.
- −15% on the public rate at time of booking
Ibis Budget Genève Palexpo Aéroport
The most budget-friendly option — connected to the Ibis Styles building, with simple, modern rooms a short walk from the venue.
- −15% on the public rate at time of booking
We strongly recommend booking early — December is a busy period in Geneva and hotel availability may become limited.
Frequently asked
Not for the Jack & Jill — you'll dance with randomly drawn partners. Only the Strictly Swing requires a pre-registered partner of your choice. Workshops and social dancing are open to everyone.
There's something for every level. The Full Pass includes one level of workshops adapted to your experience, taught by our international faculty.
Accommodation is not included in the passes, but the Hilton Geneva Hotel & Conference Centre offers a special rate for Swiss Open guests, with the Ibis Styles and Ibis Budget nearby. Staying close means you're steps from every workshop, competition and party.
Swiss Open is a WSDC Trial Event, which means official WSDC points are awarded in all eligible Jack & Jill divisions — counting towards your worldwide ranking.
Passes are non-refundable. If you have any questions before purchasing, please reach out and we'll be glad to help you choose the right pass.