Authentic Brazilian Dance Classes For All Levels

Authentic Brazilian Dance Classes featuring Samba

Rio Carnival 2022 has been pushed to April, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait to experience the spirit of Brazil. Our Escola De Samba teaches Brazilian dance classes with authenticity and respect for the roots of the culture.  

More than anything, Samba is fun! We should all live life like a Samba parade. But, until then, our Samba classes will keep you sharp. Classes feature the latest techniques and artistic styles of Brazil in our Escola De Samba Denver.

Progressive Brazilian Dance Classes

Authentic Brazilian Dance Classes in Denver
The teaching staff at Bella Diva is uniquely accredited to teach Sashya Jay’s technique, including our artistic director, Caitlin Brozna-Smith (featured).

Our Samba classes are based on the techniques and syllabus created by renowned international performing artist and instructor Sashya Jay. We combine respect for the culture with the latest and evolving dance techniques and styles in Brazil.

The King of Samba

The teaching staff at Bella Diva is uniquely accredited to teach Sashya Jay’s technique, including our artistic director, Caitlin Brozna-Smith. The technique is built on the teachings from “The Kind of Samba,” Carlinhos do Salgueiro.

Carlinhos Saguiero revolutionized the art of Samba in Brazil and internationally. He choreographs and directs the Rio Carnaval’s number one Passista.

Become a Samba Diva

If you want to learn how to be a true Samba Diva, the Carlinhos Saguiero and Sasha Jay techniques are for you! This technique celebrates the traditions of Brazil and Samba at its core while bringing out the true Samba Diva in all of us. 

Samba is a breathtaking dance to watch, full of life, love, drama, and a fierce attitude when performed correctly. 

Sign Up For Authentic Brazilian Dance Classes

Samba will take over the streets with colorful performances full of passion, energy, and artistry. But, it is also a popular competitive dance style. Everyone has a personal reason for taking Brazilian dance classes, and our teaching staff is here to help you achieve your goals and fulfill your Samba Diva dreams. 

We run our classes on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and there are classes for all levels, from absolute beginners to a professional level.

Sign up for Escola De Samba today!

What to Expect From Your First Belly Dance Class

Your First Belly Dance Class

The first step is always the hardest, and it’s no different for belly dancing. If you’re curious about belly dance class but nervous about what to expect, let’s relieve you of those nerves and give you an overview of our classes’ structure and what you should wear to your first class.

How Are Dance Classes Structured

Before we get to belly dancing specifically, let’s talk about how our classes are structured. Knowing what to expect will help you relax and prepare yourself for the day. We know it can feel overwhelming. We all share a curriculum but recognize everyone is different and has different abilities. 

Class structure:

  • Full-body warm-ups
  • Lesson plans following a shared curriculum
  • Authentic choreography
  • Cool-downs
Belly Dancing Classes
A hip scarf is recommended for Belly dance classes but is not required.

Fundamental to Bella Diva is our inclusive environment. Everyone is welcome. Our community and teaching staff are centered around trust, support, encouragement, and a commitment to every dancer’s growth and personal journey to becoming a well-rounded global citizen. 

Your First Belly Dance Class

Expect to learn a unique blend of modern Egyptian, Oriental, and Lebanese style dance techniques. We focus on body awareness, proper alignment, and clean movement execution from the first class, as these are foundational to your progress and mastery of the dance.

To ensure every student thrives, we promise no more than 18 people in one class. A low student-to-teacher ratio is fundamental to growth and progress. 

What to Wear

We dance barefoot in dance or athletic clothing designed for support, comfort, and maximum reach and movement. Leggings, athletic pants, tank tops, and t-shirts should be form-fitting. 

Loose-fitting clothing, while comfortable, prevents teachers from seeing your movements and won’t give you proper corrections and instructions. 

If you want to wear something to protect and support your feet, please wear dance slippers or sneakers that have not been outside. Indoor shoes only. 

Finally, because hip movements are emphasized in belly dancing, a hip scarf is recommended but optional. The scarf helps frame your hip’s movements and gives your fabulous shimmies a little extra.

Sign Up for Your First Belly Dance Class in Denver

We love to welcome new people to our world dance community. If you’re interested in belly dance classes taught by authentic professional dance instructors, Bella Diva is the place for you. 

Sign up for belly dance classes and join our community.