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South American Workshops – A Taste of the Future!

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013

With the Brazil 2014 world cup fast approaching and the Olympics in 2016 looking to outdo the London 2012 Olympics, the South America carnival spirit is going to be prevalent in the global arena in the next few years. The Brazilian carnival atmosphere, vibrant colours, Capoeira dancing and samba rhythms could be brought to life in your class room through one of Trap Media’s South American Workshops.

Trap Media’s South American Workshops incorporates a widely varied, educational and highly entreating range of opportunities to take advantage of. Bored of your standard P.E. lesson? Trying to brighten up your Art lessons? Motivate workers? Stimulate a bored workforce? Mix it up, a South American Workshop could be exactly what you’re looking for, here is an example of what we could offer you:-

- Samba Percussion
- Afro Brazilian Dance
- Carnival Mask Making
- Zumba Dance
- Afro Cuban Percussion Workshop
- Samba Dance
- Latin Dance
- Brazilian Capoeira
- Carnival Costume Making.

The wide range of South American Workshops allows you to pick and choose what you want and tailor the workshops your specific corporate event, lesson or whatever you decide. The variety of workshops allows participants to engage, have fun and learn something new all at the same time. Get ready for the Brazilian take over with one of our South American Workshops.

To find out more about our South American Workshops or Trap Media please contact us on 0800 689 9909 or email info@trapmedia.com

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Samba Dance Workshops – At The Heart Of Brazil

Tuesday, October 11th, 2011

This history of Samba Dance dates back to 19th century Brazil, the Samba is considered the dance of celebration and joy at Carnival celebrations in Rio. Lively and rhythmical, there are many types of Samba dances, just like there are many types of Samba music. We offer Samba Dance Workshops to give you a taste of Brazil. So what makes Samba Dance unique? Well it has some very distinct actions and steps that set it apart from other forms of dance.

Samba Action

The major action of Samba, the “Samba Bounce Action,” gives the dance its unique look and feel. The Samba Bounce Action is a gentle, rhythmic action felt through the knees and ankles. Samba dancers must strive to make this action appear effortless and carefree…it should never be exaggerated. This bounce action is quite difficult to master, but really adds to the overall character of the Samba.

Distinctive Samba Steps

The basic footwork of the Samba includes fast, three-step weight changes with a slight knee lift, led with alternating feet. The basic rhythm is “quick, quick, slow, and.” Distinctive Samba steps include the following:

  • Voltas
  • Bota Fogos
  • Kick Change
  • Samba Side Steps
  • Samba Strut

The Samba also has a distinctive, dramatic climax, it concludes with dancers throwing back their heads and extending their arms out to the sides.

Samba Rhythm and Music

Samba music, with its distinctive rhythm, is highlighted by original Brazilian musical instruments, including the tamborim, chocalho, reco-reco and cabaca. Samba is danced to music with a tempo of about 100 beats per minute. The fast and energetic rhythm of Samba music encourages spontaneous dancing, such as in the streets during a Carnival celebration.

If you are looking for a truly authentic Samba Dance Workshop then we can certainly for fill your needs. Learn the basic move and history of Samba Dance, one of our authentic facilitators. Participant to explore the physical elements of the ancient art while uncovering its cultural South American routes.

To book a Samba Dance Workshop please contact us on 0800 689 9909 or email info@trapmedia.com.

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