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Classes & TalksSunday, November 29

West African Dance Class with Joh Camara

Sunday, November 29 · 3-4:30 p.m. · Studio 6

3-4:30 p.m.
When
  • Sunday, November 29 · 3-4:30 p.m.
Where
Studio 6
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Family friendly

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About this event

Learning the movement, song and history of West African dance. Release stress and return home happy. Increase versatility in coordination and rhythmic movement. Exercise, socialize, learn, joy and happiness.

Cost: $25 Single Class

REGISTRATION: Email jumpingjoh@gmail.com

Accepted Payments: Cash, Venmo, CashApp

What is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?

Teaching dances from Mali, Guinea, Senegal and the Ivory Coast. West African incorporates traditional Mande culture, music and dance.

What background, training, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?

More than 30 plus years of teaching and choreographing West African dance. One of the funkiest African dance teachers in Boston.

Finish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…

I would like to share the gift I have from the motherland.

Accompanists, Assistants, or Regular Substitutes:

Abdoulaye Diallo, Sory Diabate, Akili Jamal Haynes, Harolyn Bowden, Charles Murrell

How can students learn more about this offering?

Instagram: instagram.com/jumping_joh

Website: johonline.com

Facebook: Joh Camara

Contact Information

Contact Joh:

jumpingjoh@gmail.com

From Joh Camara (he/him/his)

Listed by The Dance Complex, gathered by the Boston events calendar.