🌺 Afrekete 2026 Workshop Timetable – Coming Soon
Our full workshop timetable is currently being finalised and will be released soon. We are thoughtfully shaping a program that honours lineage, cultural context, and embodied learning while creating an inclusive and inspiring experience for all participants.
✨ Workshops Designed for All Levels
All workshops led by our esteemed Cuban dance and music masters are accessible to participants of all experience levels. Where appropriate, classes will be divided into Open and Advanced streams, ensuring that everyone receives both support and challenge in their learning journey.
🌍 Why Afro-Cuban Dance Matters
Afro-Cuban dances are the root foundation of Salsa and many Latin dance traditions. Exploring these ancestral movement forms allows dancers to:
• Deepen their connection to rhythm and musicality
• Gain cultural understanding and historical context
• Improve body awareness, coordination and flow
• Expand artistic expression and movement versatility
Professional dancers often find this training enriches their performance quality, musical interpretation, and stylistic depth. Those newer to dance are frequently surprised by how naturally their body begins to move with greater confidence, grace, and connection.
Stay tuned — the full Afrekete 2026 timetable will be announced soon.
GENERAL EVENT PROGRAM (subject to change)
TUESDAY 26th MAY
9am-1pm Free time to explore Maggie
Evening program TBA
WEDNESDAY 27th MAY
9am-1pm Free time to explore Maggie
Evening program TBA
THURSDAY 28th MAY
9am-1pm Free time to explore Maggie
Evening program TBA
FRIDAY 29th MAY
9am-1pm Free time to explore Maggie
1pm Weekend Registrations Open
3.30pm Official Opening Ceremony at Nelly Bay Esplanade – ALL Welcome
5pm Community Night Markets – Artisan Stalls, Cuban Food available to purchase
8pm Welcome to Cuba on Maggie and Intro to Afrekete
SATURDAY 30th MAY
9.30am Registrations Open
9.30am-5pm Workshops (Timetable coming)
7.30pm HOT Havana Night Party with Live Cuban Band Kekoson & the Cuban Sound
(Dinner available to purchase from 6.30pm)
SUNDAY 31st MAY
9.30am Registrations Open
9.30am-5pm Workshops (Timetable coming)
5pm-7pm Intercultural Rhythm & Roots Showcase & Interactive experiences
7pm Closing Ceremony
(Dinner available to purchase from 7pm)
