Join us for a truly special anniversary celebration!
Welcome to the most all-inclusive, international Afro-Cuban Dance Festival you will ever experience today, Immersing yourself in a genuine event where you can be training 50 hours with Live Music.
Dive deep into an authentic, international experience, offering over 50 hours of intensive training, all with Live Music. This year, we’re proud to bring you directly to the source, with classes specifically designed to utilize the vibrant energy and history of Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba.
Luanda Pau and the legendary Maestro Domingo Pau meticulously select our extraordinary team of teachers, musicians, and assistants. Their choices are based on a profound dedication to Afro-Cuban culture and extensive professional experience. Our artists hail from prestigious Havana institutions such as Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba, Academia de Danza Carlos Acosta, Cabaret Tropicana de Cuba, ENA, and Teatro América. Many bring over 50 years of professional expertise, while others are at the pinnacle of their careers in Afro-Cuban dance and music.
“This is an opportunity that will forever remain in the memory of all the participants"
Why our Afro-Cuban Dance event
is unique and special?
Our classes are entirely focused on your individual growth and enjoyment. We’re dedicated to helping you improve in every component that makes Afro-Cuban culture a true art form: singing, musicality, and dance. All within a safe, pleasant, and welcoming environment.
Our masters, teachers, and assistants have dedicated their lives to learning, practicing, and teaching. They are deeply passionate about sharing and developing this vibrant culture. Here, it’s about your personal journey. We foster a supportive atmosphere where you can realize your current level and understand exactly what’s needed for your next steps in progression. You’ll move at your own pace, without competition, purely for your own growth and enjoyment. It’s about uncovering your inner dancer, having fun, and making new friends in the process.
Book your experience
We want to see you enjoy the Afro-Cuban essence, reserve your spot
and prepare to live unforgettable moments
Please fill out the form to let us know which week you'll be joining us. Complete the form here
10-Day plan
From April 03 to 07, 2026
From April 10 to 14, 2026
£ 975
- Welcome Pack
- 50 hours of training with live music in all classes
- Afro-Cuban dance exhibitions
- Unique Cuban experience "Tambor a Oshún"
- Live folkloric dance show.
- Closing party with a show, DJ, food, and drinks
- Optional: A very popular trip to Matanzas (additional cost, not included)
5-Day plan
£ 575
- Welcome Pack
- 25 hours of training with live music in all classes
- Afro-Cuban dance exhibitions
- Unique Cuban experience "Tambor a Oshún"
- Live folkloric dance show.
- A closing party with a show, DJ, food, and drinks
- "Depending on the week you choose"
- Optional: A very popular trip to Matanzas (additional cost, not included)
Quality and safety are everywhere with no compromises.
Meet the #AfroCubanDanceFestival team.
Domingo Pau
Luanda Pau
Luanda Pau is a dynamic force with over 30 years of experience as a teacher, dancer, and choreographer. Her international presence effortlessly bridges the gap between Cuban and European cultures. Multilingual and deeply passionate, Luanda continually develops projects that contribute to global cultural exchange and development.
Simon Atkinson
As one of the first Capoeira Masters outside of Brazil, His exploration of Afro-Cuban dance has been pivotal in developing Rhythmic Rope Flow and gaining profound insights into the foundational ways we move. Beyond his passion for movement, Simon is a 2009 graduate of the School of Social Entrepreneurs and a devoted father.
