Ndombolo Afro-Urban Workshop
with Merveille Ya Mado
Classes
Minimum age: 16
Ndombolo Afro-Urban Workshop
- Date: Saturday 12th July 2025
- Level: General
- Time: 14.30-16.30
- Price: £20
Biography
Merveille Ya Mado, also known as Bastos, is a world-renowned dancer and choreographer. With 9 years as the lead choreographer for Fabregas Le Métis Noir, she was named “Best Dancer of Congo” (2019–2020) and continues to inspire as a pioneer of Afro-urban dance, gathering over a million followers across her platforms. Her talent has taken her to prestigious festivals such as the Montreal International Jazz Festival, MURAL Festival, Nuit Blanche, and the OYOFE Afro-urban dance festival in Barcelona. Her workshops—dynamic, educational, and deeply inspiring—attract dancers of all levels to experience the power and joy of Ndombolo.
Description
Get ready to unlock the power of your hips in this high-energy Ndombolo class focused on loketo – the signature hip movement that defines the genre. Rooted in Congolese rhythms and Afro-urban vibes, this class dives deep into isolations, fluidity, and control, helping you connect to the music through expressive and grounded movement.
Expect a warm-up that activates your core and hips, followed by technique drills, musicality, and a fun combo that will make your hips speak!
