Flowing Connection
Brazilian Zouk
Brazilian Zouk is one of the most visually mesmerising partner dances — a flowing, sensual style known for its dramatic head movements, body waves and close partner connection.
Brazilian Zouk is one of the most visually mesmerising partner dances — a flowing, sensual style known for its dramatic head movements, body waves and close partner connection.
Brazilian Zouk developed in Brazil in the 1980s from the lambada and Caribbean zouk traditions. It is characterised by a flowing, wave-like quality, with the follower's distinctive head and hair movements creating the style's most iconic visual signature.
The dance is performed in close connection with a strong emphasis on body movement, weight sharing and musical interpretation. Modern Zouk has evolved into several sub-styles including Lamba-Zouk, Lyrical Zouk and Neo-Zouk.
Brazilian Zouk has a growing and enthusiastic community in London, with regular classes and monthly social events. The scene benefits from London's large international population, which includes many experienced Zouk dancers.
Workshops with visiting Brazilian and international instructors are a regular feature of the London Zouk calendar.
Brazilian Zouk classes in London are available for all levels from beginner to advanced. Beginners learn the characteristic weight transfer, basic patterns and the close connection before developing the flowing upper body movement.
The style is deeply musical and rewards ongoing practice and social dancing.
The following dance studios and academies in London offer Brazilian Zouk classes.
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