WEEKLY FORRÓ CLASSES IN NYC
Weekly forró dance classes in New York City. This is a recurring weekly class series open every week. No partner or experience is required.
Forró New York hosts weekly forró dance classes in New York City for all levels, from complete beginners to more experienced dancers.
Classes are focused on:
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technique and fundamentals
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partner connection and leading and following
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repertoire, including turns, walks, and variations
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rhythm and musicality
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social dance practice
Join anytime. Classes run every week as part of an ongoing series, and new dates are updated regularly in the schedule below.
LOCATION, SCHEDULE & TICKETS
Weekly forró classes take place in Manhattan, New York City. This is a recurring weekly dance class series, and the exact venue is listed in each event below.
Membership OfferApril 22 (Wednesday, 7–9 PM)Clemente Cultural Center (ROOM 203), 107 Suffolk St, New York, NY 10002, USAWeekly forró dance classes in New York City with instructor Rafael. All levels, beginners to advanced. No partner needed. Wednesdays: 7–8pm beginners, 8–9pm intermediate/advanced. Ongoing series.
PREPARE FOR YOUR CLASSES
We have created a series of educational resources to help you get ready for your first forró class and feel more confident when you arrive.
You will find blog posts and videos covering topics such as:
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how to prepare for class (clothing, footwear, hygiene, and comfort)
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what to expect in your first class
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basic forró steps you can practice at home
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tips to feel more confident dancing in a social environment
These materials are designed to support complete beginners and make your first experience as smooth as possible.
Explore additional preparation resources here:
ABOUT FORRÓ NEW YORK
We are a community focused on teaching and sharing forró in NYC through classes, socials, and workshops.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
DO I NEED EXPERIENCE?
No. Classes are open to all levels, including complete beginners. Every fundamentals class includes a short forró basics review at the beginning.
DO I NEED A PARTNER?
No. You will dance with other participants during class, and partners are rotated regularly so everyone gets to dance with different people.
CAN I JOIN ANYTIME?
Yes. Our classes are drop-in. You can start at any time. However, we recommend attending regularly to get the most out of the learning process.