African Dance classes with Domani Keïta (with live percussion)

Learn how to dance traditional African dances in a 1h lesson (Mondays) or 1,5h lesson (Tuesdays) with Guinean dance teacher Domani Keïta - with live percussion (djembé & bass drums).

In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere I teach and practice with my students the various dance steps of many traditional dances of the Mandinga region (Jankadi, Makuru, Dununba, Soli, Mandiani, Djolé, Maane etc.).

I explain the context of each dance, teach their simple and more developed steps together with little traditional songs and help the dancers get acquainted with the sounds and patterns of the accompanying instruments (djembes and bass drums).

At the end of the year (June), we usually organise a party where the group displays what they learned to the public (friends and family). This aims to re-create the atmosphere of the famous West-African "Ballets" where I danced before I moved to Europe and which were very popular until the end of the 1990ies. This year, it will be on the 15th of June...

* Our venue is suitable for up to 15 dancers. You are registered on a first come first served basis. Contact me !