All posts under: Inspiration & Reflection
Can We Dance Freely Without Gender Roles?
For many, Brazilian Zouk has become a journey of self-discovery and freedom of expression. Over the past few decades, the way we view roles in partner dancing has evolved significantly, and Zouk, with its fluid and … Read More »
The 10 fundamentals of Zouk, beyond the movements
I have been dancing for half of my life, Tango, Salsa, and Bachata… but I never encountered a dance with a culture similar to Brazilian Zouk. I fell in love with the way the dance looks, … Read More »
Jack and Jills are Unfair
The JnJ is a competition of those who can tread the waters of unfair obstacles. People who do it often, and well enough, are those who are in good terms with the definition and mechanics of … Read More »
Are Strictlys Jack&Jills?
By Niko SalgadoDiscloser: I’m coordinating the comps at YoZouk NYC Congress and wanted to talk about Stricktlys Have you ever been in a jack and jill and wanted to draw someone and compete with someone you … Read More »
1st North America Zouk Teacher
In 1996, or 24 years ago Aochan Nagamoto was the first Zouk (lamba) teacher in North America giving regular classes in New York City. His dance school in NYC was known as “Tropical New York”. He … Read More »