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Afro-Pop / AfroBeats Dance Class

A high-energy Afro Pop session blending Afrobeats, hip-hop, and urban African street styles.

Expect full-body movement, musicality, and powerful grooves that celebrate contemporary African dance culture.

Every Tuesday & Friday from 6:30-8pm

What to Expect in Each 90-Minute Class

  • Warm-Up & Conditioning (15 min) – Dynamic stretches and cardio to set the rhythm.

  • Foundations & Technique (15 min) – Core Afro Pop steps, isolations, and groove drills.

  • Choreography (40 min) – Learn a longer routine with layered rhythms and expressive style.

  • Freestyle & Cypher (10 min) – Explore your own creativity in a supportive circle.

  • Cool-Down & Reflection (10 min) – Stretch, breathe, and recap key moves.

 

Music

  • Afrobeats (West Africa)

Modern Nigerian and Ghanaian pop with layered percussion and catchy hooks.

Afro-Pop / Afro-Fusion

A blend of Afrobeats with R&B, pop, and hip-hop elements.

Amapiano (South Africa)

Deep house and jazz influences, smooth yet danceable.

Afro-House / Kuduro / Coupe-Decalé

High-tempo club sounds from Angola, Ivory Coast, and beyond

 

What to Bring

  • Comfortable sneakers or dance shoes with good support

  • Breathable workout clothes

  • Water bottle and small towel

 

Who’s It For

All levels welcome! Perfect for anyone who loves Afrobeats music, wants an energetic workout, or wishes to sharpen their dance skills in a fun, cultural atmosphere.

The event is finished.

Date

Feb 17 2026
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Time

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
NoMAA Studios

Location

NoMAA Studios
4140 Broadway, New York, NY, USA
Website
https://www.nomaanyc.org/nomaa-studios/

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