Cuban folk dance workshop with Gissel Ortiz

Immersive weekend of Cuban folklorical dances

Cuban Dance Workshop with Gissel Ortiz

Immerse yourself in Cuban culture during this exceptional weekend, led by Gissel Ortiz. A dancer and teacher, Gissel was trained at the prestigious Escuela Nacional de Arte in Havana and has performed with the Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba.

Enjoy two unique days exploring the richness, energy and diversity of popular and traditional Cuban dances in a warm, lively and friendly atmosphere.

Friday 1 May: Cuban rumba workshop

A deep immersion into the essence of rumba, combining physical work, musicality, and expression.

Programme:

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• 11:00–13:00: Physical preparation.

13:00–14:30: Friendly break and shared meal. Bring your simple, tasty dishes for a moment of exchange and conviviality.

• 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.: Rumba.

• Question and answer session at the end of the workshop.

This workshop will enable you to improve your posture, develop body awareness, and experience the true essence and expressive power of rumba.

Saturday, 2 May: Popular and Traditional Cuban Dances

Join us for a festive and dynamic day of discovering Cuba's iconic dances, blending tradition and modernity.

Programme:

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Learn popular and traditional Cuban dances such as the mambo and pilón.

• 13:00–14:30: Friendly break and shared meal. Bring along some simple, tasty dishes to share and enjoy a convivial atmosphere.

• 2:30–4:30 p.m.: Salsa fusion workshop.

– Question and answer session at the end of the workshop.

Explore Cuban folk roots and contemporary influences to enrich your dance, musicality and body awareness.

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Gissel's teaching style combines rigour, generosity and cultural transmission. She shares much more than just steps; she conveys the soul and history of Afro-Cuban and popular dances.

We look forward to seeing many of you at this joyful weekend celebrating Cuba's rhythm and passion.