About This Dance Style
Afro Cubano is more than just a dance – it is a spiritual and cultural journey to the African roots of Cuba. Our Afro Cubano Workshop guides you through these authentic dances, which honor the Orishas (gods of the Yoruba tradition) and tell stories through powerful, expressive movements. Each dance carries its own meaning and connects you with the rich Afro-Cuban spirituality and history.
What You Will Learn
- Orisha Dances: Learn the characteristic movements for various Orishas such as Elegguá, Yemayá, Changó and Oshún.
- Spiritual Significance: Understand the cultural and spiritual meaning of each dance and its movements.
- Body Expression and Energy: Develop powerful, grounded movements and learn to express spiritual energy through dance.
- Rhythm and Percussion: Master the complex Afro-Cuban rhythms and their connection to the dances.
Learning Options
Afro Cubano Workshop - Weekend Intensives
- Intensive sessions on various Orisha dances
- Focus on spiritual significance and cultural context
Private Lessons
- Individual training for a deeper spiritual connection
- Specialization in specific Orisha traditions
Group Training
- Communal ceremonies and dance circles
- Authentic experience of Afro-Cuban spirituality
Level: All levels welcome