Afro Dance Styles is a combination of energetic dance styles that originate in Africa. The style derives from Kuduro, an Angolan dance style that evolved during a period of war, making it quite a ‘hard’ dance style. Besides elements of Kuduro, Afro House also has a softer, more cheerful side, inspired by - among other styles - Pantsula, a dance style developed in South Africa and discovered by Angolan youth on their travels. They were the ones who developed the mixed dance style into the form we now know as Afro House.
During these lessons you will get to know various African styles, such as ndombolo, afrohouse, kuduro, azonto etc. You will learn various basic steps which will also be applied in choreographies. Everything is danced on African pop music and you will imagine yourself to be on the African continent for a while.
Schedule & enrolment
Teachers
Charlene Simaika
Charlene is a professional dancer from South Africa, currently living in the Netherlands. She is passionate about dancing and spreading good vibes. When she is not teaching, she performs at shows as backup dancer for various artist or performs with her group, FROM AFRICA WITH LOVE. Her classes will take you on a warm journey to Africa with vibrant Afro beats and energetic movements. Her motto is dance unites people and opens the door for social development. Dancing is freedom.
Rates
Category 1 - Student
Category 2 - TU Delft employee
Category 3 - Other
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Practical Information
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily. The same goes for your shoes, although you can dance barefoot if you prefer.