Maracatu dance master class for beginners 

Our 3 hour maracatu dance master class for beginners covers the basics of Maracatu movements for this traditional form of carnival dance that has deep roots in Afro-Brazilian traditions, and is a major form of carnival in Recife, Brazil.

The classes are taught by Gladys is from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She is a professional Brazilian, ballroom, and Latin dancer, teacher, choreographer and producer. She has performed all over Europe, Middle Eastern, Africa, and Asia, and has a wealth of experience teaching Brazilian and Latin dances for all ages and nationalities.

Beginners and experienced dancers welcome, no previous experience required.

Dates
📅 2025 dates coming soon

Language
The course will be held in English with Portuguese translation available on request.

Register your interest using the form below

Choreography for the Orixas dance course

Missed the first week? There is still time to join us for the following 3 classes at a reduced rate.

This 4 week course – aimed at dancers with experience of Maracatu and professional dancers – will teach the steps and their meaning for each of the Orixas for the song Cobalarue: Exú, Oxum, Oxóssi, Nanã, Ogum, Yemanjá, Xangô, Iansã, Oxalá.

Brought to you by Gladys Cavalcante, the course includes participation in a collaborative project with Nação do Maracatu Porto Rico, and the opportunity to perform at Baque de Axé End of Year Party in December.

SOLD OUT FOR 2024.

Open dance classes

On pause for beginners over the Autumn.

Weekly open dance classes taught by Gladys Cavalcante, alongside our percussion classes every Monday at Maxilla. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome, no previous experience required.

Details will follow for classes starting in the spring of 2025. Please cack back for more details later this year.

Private Classes

We collaborate with a network of talented performers and teachers across the UK. We can organise individual or courses of classes on a one-to-one basis, or for your group, organisation or company. Please email us to register your interest.