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BEGINNER SAMBA
SATURDAY, JUNE 6 | 1-2:30PM
Join me for a beginner samba class rooted in rhythm, expression, and Afro-Brazilian dance traditions. In this 1.5-hour group class, you'll learn the foundations of samba no pé, work through short movement sequences, and practice a dynamic samba routine.
Samba no pé is the joyful Afro-Brazilian solo dance style at the heart of Rio's Carnaval parades.
PAYMENT:
$20 in advance | $25 at door.
Accepted: Venmo, Zelle, and Apple Pay. Cash at door also works.
Limited spots — advance payment suggested.
LOCATION:
Calo Gitano Flamenco Studio
1963 Hosea L Williams Dr NE, Atlanta, GA
Questions? Contact me
My Approach
Hi, I’m Hamida, a dance maker and teaching artist exploring movement and cultural exchange through dance, music, and community.
I invite curious movers to step out of their comfort zones, reconnect with their bodies, and experience dance as something social, alive, and profoundly freeing.
My teaching style is high-energy, nonjudgmental, and centered around participation over perfection.
Explore classes, workshops, and cultural experiences below.
GROUP & PRIVATE CLASSES
Samba Starters
BEGINNERS
Samba is life! Samba is joy! If you're new to samba dance, this class is for you. Learn the basic footwork, arm movements, and hip rotations at a beginner's pace. I'll break down each move step-by-step, and we'll drill them together. I’ll also teach you a short samba sequence that includes a walk, turn, scissor, box step, and more, and we will take time to practice it.
This class focuses on samba no pé, the most popular form of samba dance.
Samba Improvers
Intermediate
If you are already confident with samba basics and eager to level up your skills, this is the class for you. We’ll focus on form, technique, stamina, and creativity. In each class, we'll drill improvements to arms, footwork, and hips. I’ll also show you how to insert several moves into your samba, such as travel, balanço, afunda, and tranca. And we'll practice an intermediate routine.
This class focuses on samba no pé, the most popular form of samba dance.
Samba Reggae
ALL LEVELS
Samba reggae is a vibrant, high-energy music and dance style from Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, with an empowering history for Afro-Brazilians. In this class, you'll immerse yourself in popular steps inspired by iconic groups like Olodum and Ilê Aiyê. Together, we'll explore dynamic moves and dance sequences while enjoying the physical benefits of this energetic form.
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Afrodance Fusion
INTERMEDIATE | ADVANCED
Afrobeats music and dance have exploded onto the world stage, thanks to artists like Burna Boy, Asake, Ayra Starr, Wizkid, and more. In this fusion class, you'll master a routine that blends contemporary moves from Nigeria and Ghana with other genres, like amapiano, dancehall, soca, and hip hop. We'll start by practicing sequences together then shift into a high-powered routine.
Samba: Echoes of Resistance
ALL LEVELS
This interactive lecture-demonstration explores samba as a past and present form of resistance for Afro-Brazilians. The event starts with a visual presentation on a select topic (ex: The Roots of Samba Reggae). Then, I'll demonstrate the dances, inviting participation. The format of this class can be tailored to your group's needs, with the option to emphasize either movement or lecture more heavily.
NEW! Dance Teambuilding
For companies, nonprofits, & industry groups
Drawing on my skills as a dance instructor, language teacher, and communications expert, I'll guide your group through an adventure in camaraderie, creative collaboration, and rhythmic fun.
The workshop kicks off with icebreakers and a movement warm-up to help team members get fully engaged. Then, I'll guide the group through an energetic, harmonized dance routine, culminating with a chance for the group to showcase their skills in small groups or together as a class.