Zouk Style Lab - Phoenix Edition
Schedule
Sun Mar 09 2025 at 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place (SNAP) | Scottsdale, AZ
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🌻 Marissa Rivera is back in Phoenix and we are excited to host the Phoenix Edition of her very own Zouk Style Lab! Assisted by Phoenix's swag superstar, Woody 🔥Zouk Style Lab: Experimenting with Choreographic Elements
✨ Unlock your creativity and take your Brazilian Zouk dancing to the next level! ✨
Join us for a 2-hour workshop where we’ll dive into the art of choreography for Brazilian Zouk. This unique experience will explore how to integrate new movements, musicality, and self-expression into your dance vocabulary.
What to Expect:
🌟 Experiment with choreographic elements tailored for Zouk.
🌟 Discover tools to create dynamic, awe-inspiring routines.
🌟 Enhance your connection to movement and musicality.
**To Note: You will NOT be learning a specific choreography, but rather creating one using elements of Brazilian Zouk in real time. If you find yourself repeating the same mechanical patterns while social dancing, this is a great way to bring out the creativity and confidence while in the moment.
Who Should Join?
👉 This workshop is perfect for dancers with a solid understanding of Zouk basics and partner work fundamentals. It’s also an excellent opportunity for dancers preparing for Brazilian Zouk Worlds! Learn to create your own routines and refine your performance quality for Jack and Jill competitions or any stage setting. Whether you’re a Zouk enthusiast or a competitive dancer, this session will fuel your passion and elevate your skills.
📅 Date: Sunday, March 9th, 2025
⏰ Time: 3pm - 5pm Workshop / 5pm - 6pm Practica
📍 Location: Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place
4425 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
🎟️ Pre-Sale: $35 (ends Saturday, March 8th at 11pm)
🎟️ Door: $40
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Zelle: 623 418 0858
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Brazilian Zouk and discover new ways to express yourself on the dance floor. Let’s create magic together!
- 🌊✨ Mar
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Marissa is also available for private lessons!
***Scheduling link coming soon***
✨✨✨ Marissa Rivera Bio: ✨✨✨
Marissa Rivera is a highly accomplished dance instructor and entrepreneur based in Anaheim, CA, with over 20 years of experience in various dance styles, including Contemporary, Jazz,
Salsa, Bachata, and Brazilian Zouk. She earned her Dance Teaching Certification from Mt. San Antonio College and has since become a prominent figure in the dance community. Marissa has
achieved numerous accolades, including winning the 1st place Semi-Pro division title at the 2017 US Zouk Open and multiple 1st place titles in Brazilian Zouk Jack and Jill competitions
both in the United States and Brazil. Notably, she was the first Brazilian Zouk dancer to win the prestigious New Face of GFranco sponsorship.
Marissa co-founded Zouk Vibes of Orange County, where she and her former partner Rinaldo Melo played a pivotal role in expanding the Brazilian Zouk dance community. From 2017 to
2020, they led classes, organized socials, and hosted events that connected dancers across Salsa, Bachata, and Zouk communities. Her efforts were instrumental in establishing Zouk rooms at popular Orange County dance events, significantly contributing to the growth of the local Zouk scene. Additionally, as the organizer of the Zouk and Urban Kiz Experience at the Reno Latin Dance Fest from 2018 to 2020, Marissa helped the festival grow to attract 3,000 attendees.
Currently, Marissa is a dance instructor at The School of Arts and Enterprise in Pomona, CA, while also pursuing a CTE certification in Arts, Media, and Entertainment. She directs Marés Dance Company, where she specializes in Brazilian Zouk fusion choreographies for adult dancers. Beyond her professional life, she enjoys practicing yoga, meditating, and spending
time with her dog, Frida.
Marissa is dedicated to fostering growth, diversity, and community within the dance world. As a
leader, she is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for her students, encouraging lifelong learning, and continually developing her skills as an instructor and mentor.
Her ultimate goal is to nurture confident and authentic dancers who will contribute to the vibrancy and growth of the dance community she holds dear.
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Where is it happening?
Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place (SNAP), 4425 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-2834, United States,Scottsdale, ArizonaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
