Colombian Dances | Tapestry Class Series

Name: Colombian Dances | Tapestry Class Series
Start: 2025-08-13T20:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-08-13T21:00:00-05:00
Location: 3748 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55406

Schedule

Wed Aug 13 2025 at 08:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

3748 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States, Minnesota 55406 | Minneapolis, MN

Colombian Dances with Colombia Live MN | August 6, 13, 20 & 27
Join Colombia Live in collaboration with Tapestry for a vibrant four-week dance series exploring the rich cultural traditions of Colombia through movement, music, and rhythm. Each session focuses on a different region of the country, offering participants an immersive experience into Colombia’s diverse folkloric styles. No prior experience needed—just come ready to move and connect! Register here: https://www.tapestryfolkdance.org/classseries
Weekly Breakdown:
August 6 – Caribbean Region: Cumbia
Learn the elegant, flowing steps of Cumbia, one of Colombia’s most iconic rhythms, born from a blend of Indigenous, African, and Spanish traditions.
August 13 – Andean Region
Discover the intricate footwork and lyrical movements of Andean dances, celebrating the mountainous heart of Colombia and its deep-rooted cultural expressions.
August 20 – Pacific Region
Experience the energetic, percussive styles of Colombia’s Pacific coast, where African heritage is honored through powerful rhythms and dynamic choreography.
August 27 – Caribbean Region: Mapalé
Close the series with Mapalé, an Afro-Colombian dance known for its fast tempo, explosive movements, and vibrant energy—guaranteed to get your heart pumping!