Dive deep into the world of Zouk with our 60-hour intensive social dance training, designed for those eager to refine their skills and immerse themselves in this dynamic dance style. Over the course of this focused program, you’ll master the fundamental techniques, advanced moves, and musicality that make Zouk unique, all while building your confidence in social dance settings. Whether you're a beginner or looking to elevate your current practice, this immersive experience will help you develop precision, fluidity, and connection with your dance partners. Join us for an unforgettable journey that blends technique, artistry, and fun in a supportive, community-driven environment.
This program walks participants step-by-step through practices of Discovery, Discipline, Dedication, and Devotion by promoting a regular lifestyle routine of Embodiment, Gratitude & Connection in several practical ways:
Connection with Nature
Through utilizing our outdoor fitness trail for forest bathing, walking, or running. This 20-35 minute self-led fitness track through the forest gives you quiet, meditative time among the tall, majestic trees and fresh mountain air.
Connection with Yourself
Through participating in Lunar Art Journaling which involves writing prompts for you to identify, hear, & process your thoughts, feelings, and experiences using text and image.
Through optional daily morning yoga, tribal dance, & more, these mentor-led fitness classes help you embody your morning intentions through guided movement.
Through enjoying our steam sauna & hot/plunge pools for thermal therapy that challenges your mind, improves circulation, after workout muscle repair, and cleanses the skin.
Through exercises and workshops we learn to improve and strengthen our intuition so that we can have the confidence to trust it.
Connection with Others (one-on-one)
Through the daily study and practice of social dancing 3-4 hours daily we learn (beyond refined movement technique) relational skills for listening, communicating clearly, offering constructive feedback in a non-violent manner, healing touch, and expressing respectful appreciation for one another.
Connection with Your Community
Through participating in the shared living tasks of gardening, food preparation, and organization we bless & serve one another while developing a skill of doing what needs to be done when we see a need, offering us the opportunity to be valued and appreciated within the group.
Through our Gratitude practice we learn to see through a lens of appreciation that helps us build a positive mindset.
Through learning to live a waste-free lifestyle we contribute to not only our own health but the health of our community and planet.
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Iago & Ninna
Iago & Ninna are Brazilians, from Vitória-ES. They are Brazilian Zouk teachers, dancers and DJs, as well as event organizers such as IN Zouk Festival, in Vitória-ES, and Portugal Brazilian Zouk Festival, in Lisbon-PT. Both are official Jack and Jill judges from the Brazilian Zouk Dance Council (BZDC) and also competitors. Iago began his dance journey at the age of 14 (2011) and in 2013 he became a teacher, starting his career. Ninna began her journey in 2015 and in 2018 she also started her career as a teacher. They studied with great professionals, improving dance and teaching techniques. In 2022, Iago & Ninna made the partnership official and together they develop work around the world, teaching Brazilian Zouk through workshops and congress. They have already traveled to 16 countries carrying this art and have been present at major events in Europe, the United States and Brazil.