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Join the vibrant monthly edition of Kizombada in Sarasota for a complete immersion into Angolan and Caribbean dance culture!
Held as a recurring monthly community gathering (verify specific dates with organizers each month), this full-day experience features intensive workshops, home-cooked Angolan cuisine, and open social dancing. No partner and no prior experience in Kizomba or Konpa are needed to participate.
- Event: Kizombada Sarasota (October Edition)
- Next Scheduled Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Hours: 3:30 PM - 1:00 AM (Rain or Shine)
- Workshops (3:30 PM - 7:30 PM): Kizomba (Saída variations) & Konpa Gouyad
- Dinner (7:30 PM - 9:30 PM): Authentic Angolan dinner
- Social Dance (9:30 PM - 1:00 AM): Kizomba, Zouk, Tarraxinha, Semba, and Konpa with DJ Nova
- Venue: Private studio / location in Sarasota, FL (call or text 941-915-0430 for address)
Program Schedule
- 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Kizomba (Saída Variations): Led by Kutonoka Chile. Master authentic connection, ground technique, and dynamic saida variations.
- 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Konpa Gouyad: Led by Nova Konpa. Focus on Haitian Konpa fundamentals, body movement, and smooth gouyad partner flow.
- 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Authentic Angolan Dinner: Sit down with the community and enjoy traditional Angolan food and drinks.
- 9:30 PM - 1:00 AM | Social Dancing: DJ Nova spins an authentic mix of African and Haitian rhythms, including Kizomba, Semba, Zouk, Tarraxinha, and Konpa.
Passes & Payment Methods
- One Workshop: $25 (Early bird until Oct 16)
- Two Workshops: $35 (Early bird until Oct 16)
- Dinner & Social Only: $20
- Full Pass (All Workshops, Dinner & Social): $55 (Early bird until Oct 16)
Note: Door prices will be higher. Secure your early-bird pass in advance using the options below:
- Zelle: (941) 915-0430
- Cash App: $Alicia-Mercado-Harvey
- Venmo: @Alicia-Mercado-Harvey
Location & Arrival Details
To reserve passes, confirm exact street address details, or ask questions about upcoming monthly dates, call or text Alicia directly at (941) 915-0430.
* Note: This page is curated with AI assistance to support our local social dance community. This info is actual as of 10/12/26 based on the following source: Facebook Event Page. Specific workshop programming, meal service, and admission rates are managed directly by Kutonoka Chile and event hosts.