Camp Jitterbug

What Camp Jitterbug does

Camp Jitterbug LLC is a Seattle, Washington-based for-profit LLC founded in 2000 that produces an annual Memorial Day weekend Lindy Hop and Jazz dance festival in the city's Capitol Hill neighborhood. The festival serves the global swing dance community through a four-day immersive event featuring workshops across beginner-through-advanced tracks, live music from multiple jazz bands, history lectures, social dances, and the Northwest Lindy Hop Championships competition program. The core product portfolio spans the main festival event, the Beginner Swing Pass add-on, the Savoy 100 Celebration sub-product, the competition program, and a free livestream produced in partnership with Pauldances.tv.

The underlying technology stack is modest: ticketing and pass management run through the dancecamps.org registration platform, and remote audience access is delivered via a third-party live streaming service on Twitch. There are no proprietary software products, AI features, or APIs disclosed. The business relies on a staff of approximately 30+ volunteers and organizers led by Event Director Tonya Morris and Creative Director Chester Whitmore, supported by a board of safety directors, venue managers, competition coordinators, and registration staff.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through individual consumer ticket sales using a tiered pricing model. The Full Weekend Pass escalates from $269 (early-bird, sold out) through $309 at-door, with separate pricing for Competitor/Dancer Passes ($209), Beginner Day Passes ($99), individual classes ($30), evening dances ($30-$50), lectures ($15), and competition entry fees ($25 per person or $50 per couple). Discounts are offered for international dancers and Savoy Swing Club members, and payment plans are available via PayPal. Supplementary non-ticket revenue comes from public-sector arts grants (4Culture King County, City of Seattle Arts) and a fiscal sponsorship with Northwest Film Forum that enables tax-deductible donations.

Name

Camp Jitterbug

Legal name

Camp Jitterbug LLC

Website

https://campjitterbug.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Camp Jitterbug LLC is a Seattle-based for-profit company that produces an annual Memorial Day weekend Lindy Hop and Jazz dance festival in Capitol Hill, serving the global swing dance community through workshops, competitions, live music, and community programming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dance Event Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

Keywords

• Swing dance festivals
• Lindy hop workshops
• Dance competition events
• Live music performances
• Jazz dance education

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Full Weekend Pass Sales: Tiered pricing based on registration timing (Early Bird $269, escalating to $309 at door). Includes all workshops, dances, and lectures.
2. Competitor/Dancer Pass: $209 pass for dancers who want dances and competitions without daytime workshops.
3. Competition Entry Fees: $25 per person per competition (Balboa Social, Amateur/Advanced Lindy Hop Social, Switch Social, Solo Challenge); $50 per couple for Lindy Hop Couples.
4. Single Day/Piece Parts: Beginner Day Pass $99, individual classes $30 (or 4 for $99), evening dances $30-50, lectures $15, competition viewing $10.
5. Door/At-the-Door Sales: Walk-up sales for evening dances, individual classes, and passes when capacity allows.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Camp Jitterbug organizes an annual multi-day Lindy Hop and Jazz dance festival in Seattle, WA (May 22-25, 2026). The festival features dance workshops across multiple skill levels (Beginner through Advanced), live jazz music performances, evening social dances, history lectures, and the Northwest Lindy Hop Championships competition program. The event celebrates Black vernacular Jazz and Swing dance traditions and draws attendees from around the world.

Product overview

Camp Jitterbug is an annual Jazz & Swing Dance Festival celebrating Black vernacular Jazz and Swing dances. The core product is a multi-day festival held in Seattle, WA featuring workshops, live music, lectures, social dances, and competitions. The product portfolio includes the main festival event with multiple dance workshop tracks (Beginner through Advanced, Balboa, and Open Track Electives), the Northwest Lindy Hop Championships contest program with various competition categories, the specialized Savoy 100 Celebration sub-product commemorating the 100-year anniversary of the Savoy Ballroom, a Beginner Swing Pass add-on for new dancers, and a Free Live Stream module for remote viewing. Additional offerings include live music programming with featured bands and vocalists, and comprehensive venue management across multiple Seattle Capitol Hill locations. Registration is handled through an online booking system with various pass types and payment plan options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Camp Jitterbug Annual Jazz & Swing Dance Festival Annual multi-day jazz and swing dance festival celebrating Black vernacular Jazz and Swing dances. Includes workshops, live music, lectures, social dances, competitions, and performances featuring top instructors, musicians, and lecturers. Scheduled for May 22-25, 2026 in Seattle, WA at Reverie Ballroom venues and other Capitol Hill locations.
• Northwest Lindy Hop Championships Competition program featuring five contest categories: Balboa Social, Amateur Lindy Hop Social, Advanced Lindy Hop Social, Lindy Hop Couples, Switch Social, Solo Challenge, and the Spirit of Lindy Hop award. Cash prizes of $100 for 1st, $75 for 2nd, and $50 for 3rd place. Competitor/Dancer or Full Weekend pass required for entry.
• Beginner Swing Pass Saturday Beginner Day Pass at $99 offering an introduction to Swing/Lindy Hop, Jazz, and Tap. Includes 4 classes, 1 lecture, and admission to Saturday Evening and Late Night Dances. No partner required. Held at Mitchell Activity Center Dance Studio.
• Free Live Stream Complimentary livestream of the festival by Paul Riding (Pauldances.tv) providing remote access for dancers who cannot attend in person. Stream available on Twitch at twitch.tv/pauldances.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2026 marks the 100 year anniversary celebration of the Savoy Ballroom, honoring the historic dance venue.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Northwest Film ForumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFiscal sponsorship with Seattle's Northwest Film Forum (located on Capitol Hill) allows tax-deductible donations and employee matches to support Camp Jitterbug. Donations are made to Northwest Film Forum but delivered to Camp Jitterbug through this arrangement.
• Paul Riding (Pauldances.tv)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLive Stream Sponsor providing free livestream throughout the event so everyone has free access to Camp Jitterbug. Has been live-streaming dance adventures since 2017.
• Camp HollywoodminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrize Pass Sponsor donating passes as prizes for 1st place winners. Cross-promotional partnership with the Los Angeles-based swing dance event.
• Tracktown ThrowdownminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrize Pass Sponsor (Eugene, OR) donating passes to 1st place winners. Cross-promotional partnership with the regional swing dance event.
• Stormy Weather JazzfestminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrize Pass Sponsor (Everett, WA) donating passes to 1st place winners. Cross-promotional partnership with the jazz festival.
• Canadian Swing Dance ChampionshipsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrize Pass Sponsor (Montreal, QB Canada) donating passes to 1st place winners. Cross-promotional partnership with the Canadian championship event.
• Portland Lindy Society (PDX LX)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrize Pass Sponsor donating passes to 1st place winners. Cross-promotional partnership with the Portland Lindy Exchange.
• Victoria Lindy ExchangeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrize Pass Sponsor (Victoria, BC) donating passes to 1st place winners. Cross-promotional partnership with the Canadian Lindy Exchange.
• Lindy On the RocksminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrize Pass Sponsor (Denver) donating passes to 1st place winners. Cross-promotional partnership with the Denver swing dance event.
• Jovon Miller Productions (JMP)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerAdditional Sponsor providing years of support and inspiration to the event.
• Saf ShoesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSpirit of Lindy Hop winner receives a free pair of Saf Shoes as prize. Sponsorship from dance shoe company.
• Silver Cloud HotelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial housing partner offering discounted rates to Camp Jitterbug attendees. Located at 1100 Broadway, Seattle, within walking distance of venues. Provides Single King rooms at $199 and Double Queen at $219 (plus tax) with no extra charges for additional people.
• Savoy Swing ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner$20 Full Weekend Pass discount for Savoy Swing Club members. Cross-promotional partnership with the partner dance organization.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lindy Focus: Asheville, NC-based multi-day Lindy Hop event with similar format (workshops, competitions, live music). One of the largest US swing dance events and a benchmark for Camp Jitterbug's programming scale and competitive positioning.
• Camp Hollywood: Los Angeles-based swing dance event weekend featuring workshops, competitions, and live music in the same Lindy Hop/Swing vernacular tradition. Direct competitor for attendees, talent, and partner cross-promotion.
• Lindy on the Rocks: Denver-based annual Lindy Hop dance event with weekend workshops, social dances, and competitions. Shared prize-pass partnership and competing for the same Western US swing dance attendee base.
• Tracktown Throwdown: Eugene, OR swing dance event with workshops, social dances, and competitions. Active prize-pass partner; directly comparable in format and target market.
• Stormy Weather Jazz Fest: Everett, WA jazz festival focused on live jazz performances overlapping Camp Jitterbug's PNW swing dance ecosystem. Prize-pass cross-promotion partner; comparable regional scale.
• Canadian Swing Dance Championships: Montreal-based Canadian swing dance championship event. Direct competitor in international swing dance circuit; shared prize-pass partnership with Camp Jitterbug.

Emerging players

• Portland Lindy Society (PDX LX): Portland-based Lindy Exchange and society running multi-day swing dance programming. Operates in same PNW market with comparable workshops and socials; prize-pass partner.

Others

• Northwest Film Forum: Seattle-based arts nonprofit providing fiscal sponsorship to Camp Jitterbug. Acts as a 501(c)(3) intermediary enabling tax-deductible donations and employee match programs — an enabler/partner rather than competitor.
• 4Culture (King County): King County's cultural funding agency providing Sustained Support grants to Camp Jitterbug under Doors Open legislation. Comparable arts/ culture funding peer organizations relevant for sponsorship and grant strategy.

Regional players

• Victoria Lindy Exchange: Victoria, BC-based Lindy Exchange running weekend programming in same swing dance tradition. Primarily serves Canadian/Vancouver Island market; prize-pass partner.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/campjitterbug
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/petitetonya
• Facebookfacebook.com/groups/6308368951
• Instagraminstagram.com/campjitterbug

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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