The Samba music rhythm has been danced in Brazil since its inception in the late 19th century. Samba is a solo dance that is most often danced impromptu when samba music is played. The basic movement involves a straight body and a bending of one knee at a time. The feet move very slightly - only a few inches at a time.

Samba is a great workout, especially around the torso, buttocks and legs. High energy music makes Samba an exciting and fun dance whilst learning sexy moves.

Instructor: Melissa Cristina
Melissa was the co-founder and choreographer of KATUMBA Latin Dance Entertainment company. She performed in the "OLE OLA" Latin Dance Extravaganza with Fabio Robles at Copacabana, Rio's Brazilian Restaurant, Crown Casino and many more venues around Melbourne for the past 5 years. Melissa is a true professional in her field and is very passionate about dance, music, teaching and the continuation of multicultural dance education in Australia.

Wednesday evenings
Open level 8:00pm - 9:00pm - teaching technique and combinations.

• Cost: $17 per class (60 min class)
• 20 students max per class
• Our classes are structured so that you can start at any time throughout the year and you can come & go as you please.
• Ideal footwear for ladies- a medium to high heel.

Please note: From 18th August our Samba class will be run as a course for 8 weeks.
SAMBA Performance course
commencing Wed 18th Aug (8 week course) 8pm-9.30pm $160

In this course you will learn a high energy professional routine that will be performed at our Salsa Spectacular event at Ormond Hall on the 9th October. It is not compulsory to perfom so you can still join in the course and learn to Samba!
(Max 20 students)

Lessons will be held at the MELBOURNE SALSA DANCE STUDIO, level 1/111 Brighton Rd Elwood/St Kilda, corner of Milton street (above the Cable car bottle shop).

For additional information call 95312023