About us
Learn Brazilian Zouk — a smooth, connected partner dance — right here in Philly.
We run beginner series, socials, and community events in Center City. Whether you've never danced before or you're coming from another style, you're welcome here. No partner needed - most people come solo and meet their dance friends through us.
What we offer:
- Beginner and progressive class series (content builds week to week)
- Weekly social dancing (open to all levels)
- A warm, low-pressure community that's genuinely fun to be part of
What is Brazilian Zouk?
It's a flowing partner dance set to a wide range of music — R&B, pop, acoustic, electronic. Think smooth movement, real connection with your partner, and a style that feels good to dance even as a beginner. It's one of the fastest-growing social dances in the world, and Philly has a growing community of dancers.
Next Series: April/May 2026 Beginner Series
- 4 Thursdays — Apr 23, 30, May 7 & 14
- 8:30–9:30 PM class + social dancing until midnight
- $100 for the full series
- Sign up here: https://forms.gle/us6cZRJ2kJQAdLABA
After this series wraps, Level 2 follows in May/June, where you can join our March cohort and continue progressing together as a group.
📍 1719 Chestnut St, Suite 401 (Center City)
📩 DM @kimberlaidancing on Instagram with any questions
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💃🕺 ZOUK BEGINNER SERIES - Partner Dance Classes + Social
Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pe, USLearn to dance. Meet new people. Have a great time. No experience or partner needed!
Brazilian Zouk is a smooth, connected partner dance with flowing movement and feel-good music. You don't need a partner or any dance background to join - most people come solo and start from zero.
We're running a 4-week beginner series this April/May. Each week builds on the last, so you'll actually retain what you learn and build real confidence, rather than starting fresh every class. You'll rotate partners throughout, so you'll naturally meet everyone in the room.
After class, we keep the music going until midnight for a social dance - free with your registration! It's a great way to practice what you learned and hang out with the broader community.
- "I was hesitant to join but the community welcomed me in entirely. I would recommend this class to any beginner who wants to give zouk a try." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- "Warm, welcoming and most of all, fun. I truly felt I had joined a loving community." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- "I was able to fully integrate my new skills into my dancing immediately." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- "You taught us dance in the most unconventional way, using everyday language and examples from all kinds of fields, and somehow it all clicked." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
THE DETAILS:
📅 4 Thursdays — April 23, 30, May 7, & 14
⏰ 8:30–9:30 PM class + social dancing until midnight
📍 1719 Chestnut St, Suite 401 (Center City)
💰 $100 for the full 4-week seriesTaught by Kimberly Lai and Noah Grossman.
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/us6cZRJ2kJQAdLABA
Curious what zouk looks like? Click here
Demo from Rau & IsaQuestions? DM @noah.gross.man or @kimberlaidancing on Instagram.
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