Class Xchange #3 (final!): Caporales Bolivian Dance & Street/Club Dance

Join us for FREE dance classes taught by the 2025 Queensboro Dance Festival choreographers at Modega Studio in Long Island City.
About this Event

Join us for dance classes taught by the 2025 Queensboro Dance Festival choreographers at Modega Studio in Long Island City.

*Free RSVP for an e-mail reminder, but not required to attend; walk-ins welcome!

Location: Modega Studio

11-05 44th Ave, Queens, NY 11101

Transportation: 7 Train to Court Square Station, E train to Court Sq 23rd St, F train to 21st St Queensbridge Station. Limited street parking.

See ADA accessible stations here

Proficient dancers trained in a different technique are welcome to take class. We invite you to try a new dance technique! Free to attend, professional open level.

3:00 - 4:00 pm: Caporales with San Simon Sucre New York

The Caporales is a lively traditional Bolivan Dance the originated in La Paz, Bolivia by the Estrada Brothers. All are invited to learn the Caporales dance steps for large groups!  The main purpose of our dance group is for others to learn about Bolivia but most importantly Caporales. We represent the city of Sucre, Bolivia with the dance of Caporales.

San Simon Sucre New York is a non-profit organization that aims to spread Bolivian culture and folklore through the dance of Caporales. They were founded in the year 2000 and have members from Bolivia and all over the world. San Simon Sucre New York prides themselves in being open to anyone who loves dancing.

4:00 - 5:00 pm: Street/Club Dance with Umami Playground

Discover the vibrant world of Street and Club Dance, rooted in the rich cultural history of NYC. From House and Hip Hop, born in the heart of the city, to electrifying styles like Waacking and Popping, these dances are more than just moves—they are expressions of culture, emotion, memory, and love from Black, Latino, and LGBTQ+ communities. Join us to celebrate life, community, and music through powerful movement and joyful energy. Let’s dance, connect, and groove together!

Umami Playground Dance Inc. NYC is a collective of movers who come together to play, explore, make mistakes, and grow. Our dancers, skilled in House, Popping, Tutting, Breaking, Floorwork and Contemporary, fusing styles to create fun work.