Kizomba Bay Area

Intensive Thursday Kizomba Mini Workshops
2023-05-11 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-05-18 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Future Fitness Studio, 10833 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA, United States
THURSDAYS – MAY & JUNE 1st ONLY!
Don’t miss this unique opportunity – MINI WORKSHOPS!
Focused 90 minute classes on specific topics.
An opportunity to dive deep on specific topics! Focused opportunities for growth & practice.

THURSDAYS
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Future Fitness, El Cerrito, CA

5/4 The Essence of Semba
5/11 Semba – Circular Combinations & Rotations
5/18 Semba – Playfulness & Tempo
5/25 Body Movement & Tarraxinha Intro
6/1 Body Movement – Kizomba, Semba, Tarraxinha

Sign up for one, sign up for all (ALL is the answer!).
LIMITED prepay pricing available until 5/2 – don’t miss it!
DM me with questions, or which classes you’d like to take. Venmo me, and BAM – you are in.
Let’s enjoy this time together before I leave in June

Kizomba w Ashby Laine
2023-05-16 20:00 - 23:00, 2023-05-23 20:00 - 23:00 | Future Fitness Studio, 10833 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA, United States
BAY AREA!
You asked for regular kizomba classes – here we go!
**MAY ONLY**
Ashby Laine will be offering weekly classes, practice opportunities & private lessons.

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There are so many talented dancers, the goal is to give you space to grow, to practice, and to enjoy this wonderful dance together.
For these two short months, join me in committing to learning, growing and sharing! I want to give a lot of information – are you ready?
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*I will be working together with other instructors in the area to support the community needs and goals the best I can while I am in town. Please let me know in what ways YOU need support, or what you are ready to learn!*

GOALS:
– provide dancers w/ solid kizomba foundations
– demonstrate useful leading & following techniques
– help dancers embody the complexity of movement, steps and musicality of kizomba
– distinguish between kizomba & urban kiz, in movement, music, history

SPECIFICS:
Day: Tuesdays, April & May
Time: 7-10 or 8-11
Location: East Bay, TBA
1 hr: Beginner Class
1 hr: Improvers Class
1 hr: Open Practice
*I am finalizing the studio, and need to gauge student commitments in order to choose the studio I’d like to. Both studios in East Bay, both close to BART.*
*How can you help? Book your ticket or series now!*
*Please share the event w/ anyone who may be interested*
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Classes are on sale NOW – BOOK AHEAD OR BUNDLE TO SAVE!
Message me for pricing, questions, and confirmation of interest.
ALL are welcome!
NO PARTNER NEEDED.
See you soon, lovelies.

Kizomba Lesson @ Bissap Baobab
2023-05-21 15:00 - 16:15, 2023-06-18 15:00 - 16:15, 2023-07-16 15:00 - 16:15, 2023-08-20 15:00 - 16:15, 2023-09-17 15:00 - 16:15, 2023-10-15 15:00 - 16:15, 2023-11-19 15:00 - 16:15, 2023-12-17 15:00 - 16:15 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
~ KIZOMBAY UNITED ~

EVERY 3RD SUNDAY

3PM Doors Open
3:15PM Dance Lesson
Christina Lesego or Guest Instructor
Come for class and get a free drink (while supplies last)!
4PM Music & Dancing Until 8pm
Resident DJs: BIGMEANIE & SLAVA

*Kizomba ends at 8pm but Baobab will remain open for dinner & music!
Bar Beverages & Yummy African Food Available for Sale!

$10 Entry
FREE Entry B4 5pm with Eventbrite RSVP
(MUST ARRIVE BEFORE 5)
KIZOMBAMIXUP.EVENTBRITE.COM
Special event pricing may differ.

This is an ALL AGES, FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT!
Bring your parents, grandparents, children and the like!
Even if you don’t dance Kizomba, enjoy the music and the food.

Low on funds?? Learn how you can save at the door by volunteering & helping with promotion!

CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY or SPECIAL OCCASION?? LET US KNOW! Reserve a special table!
Questions: Kizombayunited@gmail.com

Kizomba Sunday Mix Up
2023-05-21 15:00 - 19:00 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
KIZOMBA SUNDAY MIX UP at Bissap Baobab aka BIG BAOBAB!

FB EVENT: CLICK HERE
TICKETS: KIZOMBAMIXUP.EVENTBRITE.COM
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KIZOMBAY UNITED

KIZOMBA MIX UP at Bissap Baobab aka BIG BAOBAB!
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SUNDAY, MAY 21ST 2023
COLLAB CLASS at the KIZOMBA MIX UP
~ ASHBY LAINE & CHRISTINA LESEGO ~

3PM Doors Open
3:15PM Dance Lesson (Kizomba with guest teacher Ashby Laine & Christina Lesego)
4PM Music & Dancing Until 8pm
Bigmeanie
Special guest DJ – Debut Appearance!
Come for class and get a free drink!

TICKETS

KIZOMBAMIXUP.EVENTBRITE.COM
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ONCE A MONTH SUNDAY
May 21 | JUNE 18
3PM Doors Open (Grab a drink)
3:15PM Dance Lesson (Kizomba/Semba/Afro/Caribbean Dance)
4PM Music & Dancing Until 8pm with BIGMEANIE
*Kizomba ends at 8pm but Baobab will remain open for dinner

Bar Beverages & Yummy African Food Available for Sale!

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Join us for the KIZOMBA SUNDAY MIX UP at the Legendary Bissap Baobab in SF!
Come eat good food, learn some Kizomba and dance to good music.

A big part of African culture is coming together with family and friends, eating, laughing, dancing and celebrating Life! And what better way than doing that then with Kizomba at Bissap Baobab!
The original meaning of “Kizomba”, is party/gathering, in Kimbundu (a Bantu language in Angola). It was when people got together in the backyard and listened to music, ate and danced. Kizomba Sunday at Baobab is bringing back that feeling, with an event that is unlike any in the Bay.

So come meet new friendly faces, fill your belly and your heart!
MUSIC TASTES WILL INCLUDE: Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Konpa, Urban, Afrobeats, Afro-Caribbean Latin vibes…All music to keep you moving and grooving!

This is an ALL AGES, FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! Bring your parents, grandparents, children and the like! Even if you don’t dance Kizomba, enjoy the music and the food.
PRICING:
$10 EARLY BIRD

Low on funds?? Learn how you can save at the door by volunteering & helping with promotion!
CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY or SPECIAL OCCASION?? LET US KNOW! Reserve a special table!

Questions: Kizombayunited@gmail.com
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𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐁𝐚𝐲 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝’𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚, 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

KIZOMBA DAYLONG W/ JOSEAL, ASHBY LAINE & CHRISTINA LESEGO
2023-06-04 11:30 - 22:00 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
KIZOMBA DAYLONG W/ JOSEAL (TX), ASHBY LAINE (V.A. BEACH) & CHRISTINA LESEGO (SF BAY AREA)
Join us June 4th, 2023 for a special event that has a little bit of everything!
>> Kizomba Workshops
>> Family Dinner
>> and a Party to close a perfect day!
We are excited to welcome guest instructor Joseal, along with our honorary Bayarian Ashby Laine, along with your resident expert Christina Lesego, for a day you won’t forget.
– 4 hours of juicy instruction!
– Sitting down to a meal together to enjoy the fine food Bissap Baobab has to offer
– Party, dance, socialize & chill until 10pm
Ashby Laine will take some time to offer follows some love, by focusing on following technique and expression. Leads are encouraged to join!
Joseal and Christina Lesego will offer a fun, informative kizomba workshop that will challenge and delight!
If you love Salsa, bachata or any partner dancing, or you’ve been wanting to try then you will love to try Kizomba! This workshop will even be great for all you urbankiz and tarraxo lovers!
PRICING:
Get your early bird tickets now, while they last!
TINYURL.COM/KIZOMBADAYLONG
EARLY BIRD TICKETS END MONDAY 5/5, MIDNIGHT
LOCATION:
Bissap Baobab
2243 Mission St, San Francisco
Near 16th ST BART
NO REFUNDS. TRANSFER OK ($5 FEE).
MORE INFO TO COME

Kizomba Day Party
2023-08-20 15:00 - 20:00, 2023-09-17 15:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-15 15:00 - 20:00 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
KIZOMBA DAY PARTY at Bissap Baobab aka BIG BAOBAB!

AUGUST 20TH 2023

3PM Doors Open
3:15PM Dance Lesson (Kizomba with Christina Lesego & Slava)
*All Levels. First Timers Welcome. No Partner Needed! Split Level Class option (Beginners & Intermediate)
4:15PM Music & Dancing Until 8pm+ with BIGMEANIE & SLAVA
*Kizomba ends at 8pm but Baobab will remain open for dinner

Bar Beverages & Yummy African Food Available for Sale!
ALL AGES

Pricing:
$10 General Admission
~ KIZOMBAY UNITED ~
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EVERY 3RD SUNDAY
AUG 20 | SEPT 17 | OCT 22

3PM Doors Open
3:15PM Dance Lesson
Christina Lesego or Guest Instructor
Come for class and get a free drink!
4:15PM Music & Dancing Until 8pm
Resident DJs: BIGMEANIE & SLAVA

*Kizomba ends at 8pm but Baobab will remain open for dinner
Bar Beverages & Yummy African Food Available for Sale!

$10 Entry
FREE Entry B4 5pm with Eventbrite RSVP
(MUST ARRIVE BEFORE 5)
*please note price difference for special events!
KIZOMBAMIXUP.EVENTBRITE.COM

FB EVENT: CLICK HERE

…………………………………………
Join us for the KIZOMBA DAY PARTY at the Legendary Bissap Baobab in SF!
Come eat good food, learn some Kizomba and dance to good music.

A big part of African culture is coming together with family and friends, eating, laughing, dancing and celebrating Life! And what better way than doing that then with Kizomba at Bissap Baobab!
The original meaning of “Kizomba”, is party/gathering, in Kimbundu (a Bantu language in Angola). It was when people got together in the backyard and listened to music, ate and danced. Kizomba Sunday at Baobab is bringing back that feeling, with an event that is unlike any in the Bay.

So come meet new friendly faces, fill your belly and your heart!
MUSIC TASTES WILL INCLUDE: Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Konpa, Urban, Afrobeats, Afro-Caribbean Latin vibes…All music to keep you moving and grooving!

This is an ALL AGES, FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! Bring your parents, grandparents, children and the like! Even if you don’t dance Kizomba, enjoy the music and the food.
PRICING:
$10 EARLY BIRD

Low on funds?? Learn how you can save at the door by volunteering & helping with promotion!
CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY or SPECIAL OCCASION?? LET US KNOW! Reserve a special table!

Questions: Kizombayunited@gmail.com
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𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐁𝐚𝐲 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝’𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚, 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Kizomba Day Party
2023-11-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-19 15:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-17 15:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-21 15:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-18 15:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-17 15:00 - 19:00 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
KIZOMBA DAY PARTY at Bissap Baobab aka BIG BAOBAB!

EVERY 3RD SUNDAY
NOV 19 | DEC 17 | JAN 21

3PM Doors Open
3:15PM Dance Lesson (Kizomba/Semba)
Christina Lesego, Slava or Guest Instructor
4:15PM Music & Dancing Until 7pm
Rotating DJs: SLAVA & BIGMEANIE

*Kizomba ends at 7pm but Baobab will remain open for dinner and Balkan Sundays
Bar Beverages & Yummy African Food Available for Sale!

$10 Entry
FREE Entry B4 5pm with Eventbrite RSVP
(MUST ARRIVE BEFORE 5)
*please note price difference for special events!
KIZOMBAMIXUP.EVENTBRITE.COM

FB EVENT: CLICK HERE

…………………………………………
Join us for the KIZOMBA DAY PARTY at the Legendary Bissap Baobab in SF!
Come eat good food, learn some Kizomba and dance to good music.

A big part of African culture is coming together with family and friends, eating, laughing, dancing and celebrating Life! And what better way than doing that then with Kizomba at Bissap Baobab!
The original meaning of “Kizomba”, is party/gathering, in Kimbundu (a Bantu language in Angola). It was when people got together in the backyard and listened to music, ate and danced. Kizomba Sunday at Baobab is bringing back that feeling, with an event that is unlike any in the Bay.

So come meet new friendly faces, fill your belly and your heart!
MUSIC TASTES WILL INCLUDE: Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Konpa, Urban, Afrobeats, Afro-Caribbean Latin vibes…All music to keep you moving and grooving!

This is an ALL AGES, FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! Bring your parents, grandparents, children and the like! Even if you don’t dance Kizomba, enjoy the music and the food.
PRICING:
$10 EARLY BIRD

Low on funds?? Learn how you can save at the door by volunteering & helping with promotion!
CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY or SPECIAL OCCASION?? LET US KNOW! Reserve a special table!

Questions: Kizombayunited@gmail.com
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𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐁𝐚𝐲 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝’𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚, 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

2hr Kizomba Course
2023-11-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
The goal of this course is to give high quality kizomba/Semba instruction for dancers of all levels, while also coming together as a community.

Our commitment, is to provide top quality instruction that focuses on a strong understanding of fundamentals, concepts of movements, body mechanics (and how to work with you move naturally), musicality, fostering personal creativity, and developing your dance personality.

We also believe in well rounded instruction to include cultural references, history, learning about music, as well other dance & cultural influences, that will ultimately deepen your understanding and mastery of the dance!

ABOUT THE COURSE:
LEVEL 2: IMPROVER ESSENTIALS
This class is for those that have been dancing a while and are familiar and comfortable with kizomba basics and some intermediate movements. This class will be crafted around students enrolled.

Must Be Comfortable With:
Virgula, retrocesso, openings, saidas (exits)
**NOTE: You do not need to be “perfect” at these movements but at least familiar, as class will not focus on teaching these movement but rather how to sharpen and enhance them.

ARE YOU A BEGINNER? Contact Kizombayunited@gmail.com for the Beginner/Fundamentals option!

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
How to play with music
How to build more complex movement combinations
Tricks & fun ways to add styling
Refinement of movement and different ways to lead or follow.
Connecting your dance to the music
Interesting rotations and openings
And of course more…

COURSE DATE:
Sunday, November 26, 3:00-5:00PM

PRICING:
Drop-in $25

COURSE LOCATION:
Bissap Baobab // 2243 Mission St, SF
**STAY TUNED FOR EAST BAY WEEK DAY CLASSES AND LOCATION

2 Workshops with Ashby Laine
2024-04-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
SAVE THE DATE!
Special workshop with Ashby Laine!
1PM, April 21st, 2024, right before the Kizomba Day Party!

EVENT DETAILS:
1hr Body Mechanics (Movement & Expression)
1hr Semba Cadenciada (Slower Semba with a Groove!)

The workshops will start at 1pm at Bissap Baobab followed by the Kizomba Day Party at 3PM.
*Please not that this workshop and the Kizomba Day Party are separate events. Pre-registered workshop attendees will get a discount for the Kizomba Day Party.

EARLY BIRD PRICING:
$35 Workshop Combo
$20 Single Workshop

Register below for payments info.
https://forms.gle/qTobgTdeDAhvNQ61A

Walk ins OK – Payment at door with increase.

Interested in a Private lesson? Let us know!

Kizomba Day Party - 3rd Sundays
2024-04-21 15:00 - 19:00, 2024-05-19 15:00 - 19:00 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
KIZOMBA DAY PARTY at Bissap Baobab aka BIG BAOBAB!

EVERY 3RD SUNDAY
May 19, June 16, July 14, Aug 18

3PM Doors Open
3:15PM Dance Lesson (Kizomba/Semba)
Christina Lesego, Slava or Guest Instructor
4:15PM Music & Dancing Until 7pm
Rotating DJs: SLAVA & BIGMEANIE (or guest)

*Kizomba ends at 7pm but Baobab will remain open for dinner and Balkan Sundays
Bar Beverages & Yummy African Food Available for Sale!

$10 Entry
FREE Entry B4 5pm with Eventbrite RSVP
(MUST ARRIVE BEFORE 5)
*please note price difference for special events!
KIZOMBAMIXUP.EVENTBRITE.COM

FB EVENT: CLICK HERE

…………………………………………
Join us for the KIZOMBA DAY PARTY at the Legendary Bissap Baobab in SF!
Come eat good food, learn some Kizomba and dance to good music.

A big part of African culture is coming together with family and friends, eating, laughing, dancing and celebrating Life! And what better way than doing that then with Kizomba at Bissap Baobab!
The original meaning of “Kizomba”, is party/gathering, in Kimbundu (a Bantu language in Angola). It was when people got together in the backyard and listened to music, ate and danced. Kizomba Sunday at Baobab is bringing back that feeling, with an event that is unlike any in the Bay.

So come meet new friendly faces, fill your belly and your heart!
MUSIC TASTES WILL INCLUDE: Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Konpa, Urban, Afrobeats, Afro-Caribbean Latin vibes…All music to keep you moving and grooving!

This is an ALL AGES, FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! Bring your parents, grandparents, children and the like! Even if you don’t dance Kizomba, enjoy the music and the food.
PRICING:
$10 EARLY BIRD

Low on funds?? Learn how you can save at the door by volunteering & helping with promotion!
CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY or SPECIAL OCCASION?? LET US KNOW! Reserve a special table!

Questions: Kizombayunited@gmail.com
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𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐁𝐚𝐲 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝’𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚, 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

The Social Wednesdays- Kizomba & Urbankiz @ Zanzi!
2024-05-15 20:00 - 2024-05-16 00:30, 2024-05-22 20:00 - 2024-05-23 00:30 | Zazni Oakland, Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Welcome to “The Social” – your weekly destination for Afro-Latin and African-inspired social dancing in the Bay Area! Brought to you by Kizomba Dance Alliance (KDA), Big Meanie, and KizomBay United, this event promises a vibrant night filled with rhythm, culture, and community.

Event Details:When: Every WednesdayWhere: Zanzi OaklandTime: 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Schedule:8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Dance Classes (Beginner and/or Intermediate level)9:00 PM – 1:00 AM: Social Dancing Party

Highlights:Diverse Dance Styles: Enjoy a mix of Kizomba, Semba, Afrobeat, Ghettozouk, Konpa, Urban kiz and more!

Expert Instructors: Learn from experienced teachers in a friendly and supportive environment.
Special Kizomba Nights: Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for an exclusive Kizomba party hosted by KizomBay United.

Great Music: Dance the night away with our expert DJs spinning the best Afro-Latin beats.
Community Vibes: Meet and mingle with fellow dance enthusiasts in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Singles and Couples are welcome.

Tickets:$10 entry paid at the door

Join us at “The Social” for a night of dance, culture, and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or new to the scene, there’s something for everyone. Let’s make Wednesday nights unforgettable!
For more information and updates, follow us on IG:@KDA_Global@Bigmeanie_artist@Kizombay_United

Kizomba Day Party - 3rd Sundays
2024-06-16 15:00 - 19:00 | Bissap Baobab SF, 2243 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
KIZOMBA DAY PARTY at Bissap Baobab aka BIG BAOBAB!

EVERY 3RD SUNDAY
June 16, July 14, Aug 18

3PM Doors Open
3:15PM Dance Lesson (Kizomba/Semba)
Christina Lesego, Slava or Guest Instructor
4:15PM Music & Dancing Until 7pm
Rotating DJs: SLAVA & BIGMEANIE (or guest)

*Kizomba ends at 7pm but Baobab will remain open for dinner and Balkan Sundays
Bar Beverages & Yummy African Food Available for Sale!

$10 Entry
FREE Entry B4 5pm with Eventbrite RSVP
(MUST ARRIVE BEFORE 5)
*please note price difference for special events!
KIZOMBAMIXUP.EVENTBRITE.COM

FB EVENT: CLICK HERE

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Join us for the KIZOMBA DAY PARTY at the Legendary Bissap Baobab in SF!
Come eat good food, learn some Kizomba and dance to good music.

A big part of African culture is coming together with family and friends, eating, laughing, dancing and celebrating Life! And what better way than doing that then with Kizomba at Bissap Baobab!
The original meaning of “Kizomba”, is party/gathering, in Kimbundu (a Bantu language in Angola). It was when people got together in the backyard and listened to music, ate and danced. Kizomba Sunday at Baobab is bringing back that feeling, with an event that is unlike any in the Bay.

So come meet new friendly faces, fill your belly and your heart!
MUSIC TASTES WILL INCLUDE: Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Konpa, Urban, Afrobeats, Afro-Caribbean Latin vibes…All music to keep you moving and grooving!

This is an ALL AGES, FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! Bring your parents, grandparents, children and the like! Even if you don’t dance Kizomba, enjoy the music and the food.
PRICING:
$10 EARLY BIRD

Low on funds?? Learn how you can save at the door by volunteering & helping with promotion!
CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY or SPECIAL OCCASION?? LET US KNOW! Reserve a special table!

Questions: Kizombayunited@gmail.com
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𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐁𝐚𝐲 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝’𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚, 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
