Andreas Olsson
Andreas Olsson grew up on the wrestling mat, fighting other little boys in leotards -
he won most of the time since he's always given 100% in everything that he does!
He also played the violin in an orchestra during his childhood. You might not think classical music
and wrestling has much in common with Swing dancing, but it has definitely contributed to the unpredictable,
creative, musical and interesting dancer he is today.
He was introduced to Lindy Hop in 2001 and a few years later to Balboa. Andreas teaches dance
because he loves to see students learn and improve. As Andreas sees it, teaching is inspiring since
it offers a possibility to contribute to the ever-changing dance style and scene.
Andreas claims to be the unchallenged record holder (so far!) of the most hours spent on social
Swing dance floors in Stockholm. He has a recoiled spring of potential energy and only takes a break
when dancing to change into another colourful t-shirt with funny print!
He has been placed in a number of prestigious competitions in both Lindy Hop and Balboa around the
world with his dance partner Joana Ekeström. (And a number of other well-known Swing dancers.)
He is also a history lover and one of the very few marine archaeologists in the world, currently the
Head of the Archaeological Unit at the Swedish Maritime Museum. Ask him about the 'Vasaship'....