About this Event
π TECHNIQUE & TRENDY STYLING π
8-Week Brazilian Zouk Followers Online Course
π» Live Online Classes + Lifetime Recordings
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Starts: September 9, 2025
We are starting this new season STRONG! πͺβ¨
For over 5 years, our Empowered Follows courses have brought together more than 400 followers from around the world. Many of you have grown with us, class after class β and this new season is designed to take you even further.
This course is for followers who want to:
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Strengthen their technique
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Master trendy, modern styling seen on todayβs dance floors
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Dance with more confidence, flow, and self-expression
We begin with one of the most powerful tools in life & dance: breath. Then weβll dive into hips, arms, turns, spins, head movements, and creative footwork β everything you need to feel fluid, connected, and empowered in your following.
π₯ Our followers know firsthand how much solo technique and styling can transform a dance. Now itβs your turn to stay on this journey β or to join us for the first time β and become part of the Empowered Follows community.
Join us live for personalized feedback or train anytime with lifetime recordings.
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8-Week Journey β Technique & Trendy Styling
Starts: Tuesday, 9 September | Live on Zoom | 8 PM CET
Join us for 8 weeks of powerful movement, creative expression, and signature styling β led by four inspiring instructors from around the world.
π Week 1 β Sept 9
β¨ The Power of Breath in Dance β with Joanna
Enhance your presence, fluidity, and connection through conscious breath.
π£ Week 2 β Sept 16
π Creative Footwork Variations β with Joanna
Break out of the basics and explore playful, musical footwork.
π« Week 3 β Sept 23
π― Turns with Head Movements β with Jessica
Build control and confidence while adding expressive head motion to your turns.
πΈ Week 4 β Sept 30
πΊ Beautiful Arm Styling β with Jessica
Bring elegance and intentionality to your upper body and arms.
π Week 5 β Oct 7
π₯ Spins & Head Movements β with Sara
Refine your spin technique and explore dynamic head movement combinations.
π¨ Week 6 β Oct 14
π€ Modern Stylings β with Sara
Incorporate current styling trends into your own unique flow.
π Week 7 β Oct 21
π₯ Trendy Hip Variations β with Melyssa
Learn sleek and sassy hip styling thatβs all over the socials right now.
π Week 8 β Oct 28
π« CambrΓ© Technique & Variations β with Melyssa
Explore depth, fluidity, and control in cambrΓ©-based movements.
β οΈ Minor changes possible
π Schedule
Central Europe: 8 PM
UK: 7 PM (GMT+1)
NY: 2 PM
π° Investment
βοΈ 60-minute classes
βοΈ Lifetime access to recordings
π 4-Class Pass β β¬72
π 8-Class Pass β β¬128
π Single Class β β¬20
π Discounts
πΉ TED Members: 20% off
πΉ Returning followers: β¬10 off
π Register here π https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ddb9C0XzSQ-QPGYq5TCoDA
Payment Options
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π© Questions? [email protected]
π Meet Your Instructors:
β¨ Joanna ZwierzyΕska
Founder of The Empowered Dancers, professional dancer, international coach, judge, choreographer, and actress. Joanna has taught in 30+ countries and has been a key figure in shaping Zouk across Europe. Known for her expressive solo follower classes and playful, high-level technique, she has inspired hundreds of follows worldwide.
πΈ Instagram @joanna_zwierzynska
β¨ Melyssa Tamada
From SΓ£o Paulo, Brazil, Melyssa is part of the new generation of Zouk & Lambada instructors taking the world by storm. Together with Marck Silva, sheβs known worldwide for creativity, versatility, and shaping modern Zouk trends. Her dance videos inspire thousands daily.
πΈ Instagram @mel_tamada
β¨ Jessica Lamdon ("Unicorn")
A lifelong dancer from the US with a background in competitive ballroom, Jessica discovered Zouk in 2012 and never looked back. Certified by Kim Rottier and trained under Ryβel Velandia, she has taught and performed internationally, representing ZenZouk. Her classes mix technique, playfulness, and unique artistic expression.
πΈ Instagram @jesslamz
β¨ Sara Bezerra
Dancer, teacher, and choreographer from SΓ£o Paulo, with a background in ballet, jazz, and Brazilian country dance. Now dedicated to Zouk & Lambada, Sara is known for her dynamic style, refined musicality, and deep focus on connection. She teaches and performs worldwide alongside her partner OtΓ‘vio Kanashiro.
πΈ Instagram @sbezerra_
π We are starting this season STRONG.
For our loyal followers β this is your next step.
For new ones β this is your chance to join a community of over 400 empowered follows who have transformed their dance with us.
π Register Now & Save Your Spot!
Dance Styles
Zouk (100%)
Pricing
Single Class:β¬20.00
4-Class Pass:β¬72.00
8-Class Pass:β¬128.00
Organizer
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Joanna ZwierzyΕska
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