About this Event

Meet new people and learn easy dance steps at Mingle and Kiz The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is one the most beautiful spots in the DC area at night. Free intro to Kizomba class and Kiz/Kizomba social 6:30pm Introduction to Kizomba With Ocho 7:30pm Kiz Dance Social featuring mixes by top International Kiz and Kizomba DJs Music: Kizomba, Urban Kiz, Tarraxinha, Kompa, Zouk Learn a new dance, no experience is needed, very easy moves for beginners LOCATION: We will be close to the steps. See map in discussion Steps @ Lincoln Memorial Who is Ocho? Ocho is an organizer, dance instructor, and DJ who has taught Kizomba and Brazilian Zouk in the DC area. For 7 years Ocho organized Sunset for Dancers at the Georgetown Waterfront. Him and his team welcomed everyone each Sunday weather permitting to come learn and dance Kizomba, Brazilian Zouk and Bachata. After dancing both Kizomba and Brazilian Zouk for over 7 years and training with the top instructors in Europe and US, Ocho has developed a deep understanding of partner dance connection, body movement, unique figures, and how to combine and enhance dance through fusion. Ocho's Mission 1. To bring people together 2. Share music, dance, and help others experience the joys of partner dance 3. Have fun and feel bliss as much as possible 4. Create and maintain a dance community that has a welcoming and safe culture, both physically and emotionally. What is Kizomba? Kizomba is a dance and musical genre that originated in Angola in 1984.

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Sunset for Dancers