From Uai to Moin

Forró.Come dance.

Brazilian partner dance in Hamburg. With Diandra.
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Diandra, forró teacher
Founder & Teacher
Your Teacher
DiandraBelo Horizonte · Hamburg

Diandra was born in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, and walked into Pé Descalço, the largest forró school in the world, at sixteen. Two years later she'd earned the red necklace, the school's highest level. She started teaching right away.

Four international tours and workshops across Brazil and Europe followed. Then Hamburg, three years ago. New city, new language, but something was missing. For Diandra, forró is not just dance. It's one of the most important pieces of Brazilian culture. Expression, connection, joy. She started teaching here because that piece was too important to keep to herself.

Red necklace (highest level) at Pé Descalço since 2013
4 international tours · workshops across Brazil and Europe
Teaches in English
Diandra in Action
This is how we dance Forró.
From Pé Descalço to Hamburg. Every movement tells a story.
How is a class day at Pé Descalço
How is a class day at Pé Descalço
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Diandra last red exam
Diandra last red exam
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Three levels.
One feeling.
Level 01
Beginner I
No experience needed. Basic step, posture, and your first feel for the forró rhythm.
Level 02
Intermediate I
You know the basics. Turns, direction changes, and leading & following in motion.
Required movements to participate →
Turning behind, basic five-step movements (e.g. manivela), variation going forward from the basic opening (strange opening 1), basic turn together, facão, back to back. If you're unsure about your level, reach out to us.
Level 03
Intermediate II
Flowing connections, more complex figures, and musicality. Feel the rhythm, don't just count it.
Required movements to participate →
Repique, basketball, strange opening two and four, inverted turn together, at least one movement with turning-behind base, body movements (e.g. xique-xique). If you're unsure about your level, reach out to us.
When & Where.
Monday
Tanzfabrik Hamburg · Boschstraße 15, Haus F · 22761 Hamburg
Intermediate Class II
18:30 — 19:30
Intermediate Class I
19:30 — 20:30
Beginner Class I
20:30 — 21:30
Practice for all
21:30 — 22:00
Wednesday
Altona Nachbarschaftstreff · Schnellstraße 34 · 22765 Hamburg
Free Social Dance
20:30 — 22:00 · Open to all levels
✦ Included in every course
140 €
for 2 months · 9 sessions
Your 9 Mondays
4. Mai 11. Mai 18. Mai 25. Mai 1. Juni 8. Juni 15. Juni 22. Juni 29. Juni
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Common questions.
Do I need any experience?
Not at all. Beginner I starts from zero. No rhythm, no experience, no partner needed. We start together.
Do I need to bring a partner?
No. We rotate partners regularly in class, and that's intentional because it helps you learn faster. You're also welcome to come as a pair.
What actually is Forró?
Forró is a Brazilian partner dance. Close, rhythmic, alive. Once you feel it, you won't want to stop.
What do Leader and Follower mean?
In forró there's a leading and a following role. It has nothing to do with gender. Anyone can dance either role.
How much does it cost?
140 € for 2 months. 9 sessions plus the free social dance every Wednesday.
What happens after I sign up?
We'll get back to you within 48 hours by email with all the details on the course start, location, and payment info.
What if I want to dance as both Leader and Follower?
For each course level you'll need to choose one role and stick with it. However, it's possible to take two courses if you have the required dance level. Contact us for more information.
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IBAN DE93 2005 0550 1505 8010 41
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