Maputo Celebrates Frankie Month 2018

Hodi Maputo Afro Swing runs since 2011 a youth programme called Hodi Afro Swing Kids. Children from less privileged areas learn how to dance and play traditional music weekly for free. They also learn African American dances such as Lindy Hop and Charleston which has shown to increase their happiness and mutual connection and respect. Hodi Afro Swing Kids is inspired by the ideas and life of Frankie Manning; which can even be seen in the way many children incorporate the dance. Celebration of Frankie Manning and World Lindy Hop Day Yearly Frankie Manning and his legacy is being celebrated in different parts of the world and also here in Mozambique. To maintain and increase the practice of Lindy Hop and the ideas of Frankie Manning, we are hosting an event on May 26th as part of our Youth programme. The event will include around 65 children from 6 different cultural groups based in Maputo. Program Saturday May 26: - Shim Sham Class for all children - Lindy Hop Choreography preparations - Lunch - Videos and talk about Frankie Manning - Public Performance Objectives: • Increase the interest and number of children dancing lindy hop in Mozambique. • Promote Lindy Hop and the Ideas of Frankie Manning in new communities in Mozambique • Make May the month stand out in Maputo as the celebration of African American Dance forms which diverse cultural traditions also reflect the richness of African culture. Expected Results We expect a joyful day of many children dancing, expressing themselves and making new friendships while promoting the values of the life of Frankie Manning in Mozambique. Dont Miss!