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In 2011 the exploration of the
Afro-Latin world continues, going deeper into the origins & reaching
wider influences. Come & learn new styles, from the most popular
Kizomba & Zouk to the faster Semba and other traditional dance forms
which influence the way you dance today!
With over 45 intensive workshops & classes in many different styles of modern and traditional Afro-Latin & Caribbean dances, BATUKE! is not just a Kizomba festival: Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Kuduro, Stomping, Rebita, Rebita, Afro-Mix, Coladera, Tarraxinha, Afro Fusion, Cumina, Gumbe, Palo Congo, Cumina...
With over 45 intensive workshops & classes in many different styles of modern and traditional Afro-Latin & Caribbean dances, BATUKE! is not just a Kizomba festival: Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Kuduro, Stomping, Rebita, Rebita, Afro-Mix, Coladera, Tarraxinha, Afro Fusion, Cumina, Gumbe, Palo Congo, Cumina...
SEE DETAILED WEEK-END PROGRAMME HERE!
Kizomba - Meaning "Party" in Kimbundu (traditional Angolan language) its a dance that fuses Zouk & Semba. You will have a chance to progress during weekend.
All levels. |  |
 | Semba - Angolan Ballroom dance. Faster version of Kizomba. Large steps are used and Men's fast footwork is expected. Intermediate / Advanced level or very confident Kizomba students. |
Tarraxinha VS Zouk Love - Originating from the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, Haiti, St. Lucia, and Dominica. Zouk has influenced Salsa and Reggae. Angola has its own version! Check this battle of LOVE... |  |
 | Kuduro - Fusion of African beat and house music. Dancers use complex footwork, and various break dance moves.Learn a new"family dance" where everyone joins in on the danceflor as well as some fun moves! |
Rebita - Angolan Ballroom dance. Men are very elegant in their suits. Ladies show off their cloth. A leader calls for the steps, generally a man. Like an African "Rueda!" |  |
 | NEW!! More dances from Cape-Verde Coladera - Lively Dance from Cape Verde. Ballroom dance, danced in pairs. Very popular in all Afro-Latin congresses, try it! |
Coupe Decale - A dance originally from Ivory Coast but that spread all over west Africa. A real workout and mad fun to dance! |  |
 | Samba de Gafieira - Partner dance from Brazil with influences of Samba and Tango. It was very popular with students last year, so give it a go!! |
Tango - Its said to originate from the slums of Argentina. It's less known fact that Tango has an African history too. We can definitly see this in Kizomba. |  |
 | New!! Jamaican dances
Dance Hall - Originally from Jamaica. The moves from this dance style combine a lot of influences from African and Caribbean dances. Kumina - Also from Jamaica its a dance practiced at funerals mainly, but that is now more mainstream and part of the cultural heritage. |
NEW!! Afro Contemporary Afro Fusion - Give it a go if you are prepared to stretch, jump, contract and melt like honey! This will help with your fluidity to dance other dances like Kuduro or Semba. Open Level / Solo dancing |  |
 | Palo - Afro Cuban Dance. A dance which originates from Congolese rhythms and fusioned in Cuba. Be ready to work with your torso, ondulations and jumping some. Don't miss one of the most infectious rhythms you will discover. Open Level / Solo dancing |
NEW!! Gumbe Dance
From Guinea Bissau. Another rarely seen traditional dance from the Luso-African pantheon. Brought directly by the slaves to Guinea Bissau. Open Level / Solo Dancing |  |
 | NEW!! Stomping
The Gumboot Dance has its roots in the goldmines of South Africa. In the mines, workers wore Wellington (or "gum") boots to protect their feet from the infected mine water. The miners developed a means of communication by "slapping their boots." This became known as the Gumboot Dance. The famous STOMP show has brought this dance and added their own original touch. Experience making rhythm with claps, feet, your body and more! Open Level / Solo dancing |
We will also have:
| Don't forget to bring:
* Soft soled shoes, to use in the partner dances. Ladies: heeled shoes are preferred but not compulsory. Men: Avoid wearing trainers with hard rubber sole - Its an injury hazard. * A change of clothes, specially a top/t-shirt for yours and other student's comfort. * Bottle of water. There will be refreshments available also. |
