Here you will find a tiny selection of our past events.
Check our Facebook page for a more complete history and media!
February 21 & 22 - Fiesta Lafrique
10 years ago, on December 8th 2014, Lafrique opened its doors for the very first time. Now, 10 years later, it is time to celebrate our 10th anniversary with our very own Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba festival - Fiesta Lafrique!
December 15th - Bootcamp Bachata Sensual
BOOTCAMP ALERT
Bachata Sensual time! Looking to improve your Bachata skills? Join us for our Bachata Sensual Bootcamp, where you’ll get to know this modern take on Bachata, known for its flowy movements.
During this bootcamp, you’ll work on:
Those super smooth techniques such as body rolls, hip rolls, head rolls— all the rolls!
Partner work technique to lead and follow these sensual movements
Since this is a partner work bootcamp, signing up with a partner is encouraged. No partner? That’s okay too! If you can, just try to coordinate with someone taking the opposite role to help us keep the group balanced.
October 13th - Latin styling & musicality bootcamp with Irene
Get ready to elevate your salsa and bachata game! Join us for an exciting bootcamp where you'll learn to express yourself through styling and deepen your connection to the music.
When: Sunday October 13th
Time: 15:00-17:00
Where: EasyActive, Wageningen
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, Irene will make sure this bootcamp is perfect for anyone looking to add flair and musicality to their dance moves. You'll work on techniques, styling tips and how to interpret the music in your dance on your own level.
21st of August Lafrique at Wageningen AID 2024
Lafrique is present at AID 2024. Join our workshops, come to our information stand and find out why you need to join us.
August 21st - AID info market from 12:00 till 16:00 at Campus.
July 10th - End of Season Lafrique BBQ (moved from the 9th)
We’re almost at the end of yet another great dance season. Let's end it with a Lafrique End of Season BBQ with drinks, music, dancing and of course your lovely LAfrique family!
American BBQ
This is an American BBQ so bring your own food, plate, cutlery and drinking cup to keep the price down. We will take care of the rest: BBQs, drinks, music, tables, chairs, etc.
Lafrique family and relatives
This is a Lafrique family and relatives event. Bring your partner and/or kids as well.
June 21st - Lafrique XXL SBK party
On Friday June 21st we start our Rueda Exchange Festival with a HUGE 3 dance area Salsa, Bachata Kizomba pre party at the AMAZING venue Akoesticum in Ede. This historic building even has a comfortable enclosed garden outdoor area to chill and socialize. If you want more than just party, join our Friday workshops! Check our Friday workshop schedule at the event page.
3 Dance floors
Area 1: 100% Salsa Cubana with dj Wim "El Guapo" - show around 24:00
Area 2: Salsa and Bachata with dj Virgil and dj Shamir - show around 23:30
Area 3: Urban/Kizomba/Semba with dj Ellen and dj Waeil
Location
Akoesticum
Nieuwe Kazernelaan 2 – D42
6711 JC Ede
RUEDA EXCHANGE FESTIVAL - June 21-23 2024
LAfrique is proud to host the International Rueda Exchange Festival from June 21 to Sunday 23 2024!
Find out more here.
June 7-10 - Lafrique goes to Kizombada
Monique and Pentcho went to Kizombada (Semba no Pé) together with a group of their Kizomba students for yet another unforgettable weekend.
Want to join next time? Contact us for more info.
April 7 - Salsa Cubana Bootcamp
Join our Salsa Cubana bootcamp with Michel and Nadya
In this three hours intermediate and up bootcamp Michel and Nadya will teach
- Salsa Cubana Con Sabor (with flavor)
- Salsaton
- Rueda a lo Cubano
Date & Time
April 7th from 14:00 - 17:30 (including breaks)
Registration starts at 13:30 (with coffee and tea)
Location
Wijkhuis de Nude
Kortestraat 2 Wageningen
Level
This event is for Intermediate and up Salsa Cubana dancers (finished an Improver course).
Teachers
Michel Vigo (Cuba)
Nadya Toncheva (Bulgaria)
September 9 - LAfrique Start of Season BBQ
Let's start this dance season with a BBQ, drinks, music, dancing and your lovely LAfrique family and friends!
American BBQ
Bring your own food, plate, cutlery and drinking cup! We'll take care of the rest: BBQs, drinks, music, dance floor, baby pool 😀
Date & time
Saturday September 9
18:00 till 1:00 (ish)
Location
Near Achterberg (15 min by bike, 5 min by car from Wageningen)
The exact location will be sent in a confirmation email.
Music
dj Spotify
June 24-25 - Rueda Exchange Festival (international event)
LAfrique is proud to host the 2023 Rueda Exchange Festival on June 24 and 25 2023!
This 2-day festival is for Salsa Cubana dancers, Rueda enthusiasts and Rueda dance groups. The purpose of this event is to mingle with other Rueda dancers, learn new figures, exchange patterns, participate in workshops from known Rueda instructors and just have fun.
After a full day of workshops and socializing we end with a party with DJ Rafi, demo's and animations.
On Sunday we continue the fun with 3 rounds of workshops and end with a matinee with demos, dj Rafi, live music by Septeto Trio Los Dos and a BBQ!
Demos and shows
Join with your Rueda group and give a demo or show! On Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon you can take the spotlight and dazzle the audience with your cool moves! Contact us for more details.
March 19 - Kizomba Beginner Bootcamp
Kizomba is a beautiful addictive partner dance that originated in Angola and has gained massive popularity all over the world. Kizomba should be on everyone's bucket list.
This bootcamp is designed for beginners who have never danced before.
In just 3 hours you will learn the basic steps and movements of Kizomba, as well as the cultural and historical significance behind the dance. You'll be amazed at how quickly you can pick up the rhythm and feel confident on the dance floor!
Our Kizomba bootcamp is taught by experienced and passionate instructors who will guide you every step of the way. You'll learn in a supportive and welcoming environment, surrounded by other dance enthusiasts who are just as excited as you are to learn this amazing dance style.
So why not try something new? Join us for our Kizomba bootcamp and discover the joy of dancing!
After this bootcamp you are able to dance Kizomba at parties and also step into our running Kizomba Beginner course for a reduced price.
DATE & TIME
Sunday March 19th
14:00 - 17:00 (check in from 13:30)
LOCATION
Wijkhuis de Nude, Kortestraat 2, Wageningen
Free parking
LEVEL
Beginner, no dance experience needed!
TEACHERS
Monique & Pentcho
Two great dancers and professional Kizomba teachers.
PRICE
€ 35,- pp. (30,- students)
Pay before the March 18th and get a 5 Euro discount (till March 18).
Go to our webshop and get your discount now!
REGISTRATION
You can subscribe without a dance partner. We will try to balance the group. Couples are guaranteed access to the bootcamp up to the maximum number of participants.
Please use our online registration form.
PAYMENT
You can pay using our bank details or at the venue on the 19th.
Account holder: LAfrique Dance Company
IBAN code : NL05 RABO 0305 9691 02
BIC: RABONL2U
October 14 - Social XL
This event is FREE and open to everyone who likes to dance Salsa, Bachata & Kizomba. Bring your friends and have fun!
*2 Dance floors*
Ground floor - Salsa Bachata
Upstairs - Kizomba Heaven (only if there are enough people
*Program*
20:00 Bachata workshop by LAfrique
21:00 - 24:00 Chat, Drink, Dance
*Location*
Wijkhuis de Nude
Kortestraat 2 Wageningen
*Prices*
Drinks 1,5 euro each (no alcohol)
Parking free
Entrance free
Workshop free
Fun priceless!
June 25 - Rueda Exchange Festival
LAfrique is proud to host the 2022 Rueda Exchange Festival on June 25th 2022!
The purpose of the festival is to meet other Rueda enthusiasts and groups.
During the festival you can participate in workshops from known (Rueda) teachers and exchange figures & patterns with each other.
28 April - Free Practice Evening
1 May - Salsa in 1 Day!
Join our Salsa in 1 day bootcamp. In just three hours Adrienne and Pentcho will teach you the Salsa basic steps and techniques.
24 April - Salsa & Bachata Styling Bootcamp
Sunday April 24th
19:00 - 20:00 Bachata styling
20:00 - 21:00 Salsa LA styling
21:00 - 22:00 Salsa Partner work with styling
22 April - Social XXL - Spring Edition
Ground floor - Salsa Bachata
Upstairs - Kizomba Heaven (only if there are enough people)
20:00 Rueda workshop by LAfrique
21:00 - 24:00 Chat, Drink, Dance with dj Waeil and Pentcho
Bachata Beginner Bootcamp
Join our 3 hour Bachata bootcamp. A great way to have fun, learn how to dance Bachata and make new friends.
When? Thursday February 24th 2022 from 19:30 till 22:30
Where? Huis van de wijk De Nude, Kortestraat 2 Wageningen
Level? Beginners, no dance experience needed!
Teachers? Our awesome duo Michelle and Berthon
March Thursday 10th - Social XL - Glow in the Dark
Latin Percussion mini course
Become a musical dancer. Learn the basics of Latin Percussion!
Percussion mini course, 5x 1 hour for 35 Euro, starting on Monday, September 27th 2022.
Join the free try out on Monday, September 20th.
Specials
LAfrique Special week
We are organizing a week full of specials that will boost your dancing skills! Take a look at our schedule and plan your personal program.
Social XL - Glow in the Dark Valentine Edition
LAfrique Social XL - Glow in the Dark edition
This event is FREE and open to everyone who likes to dance Salsa, Bachata & Kizomba. Bring your friends and have fun!
*Glow in the Dark*
Whites and neon colors will make you shine!
SALSA IN 1 DAY
Do you want to learn Salsa? Monique and Pentcho will introduce you to the uplifting world of Salsa music and teach you the basic steps and patterns in a friendly and relaxed environment.
SOCIAL XL - GLOW IN THE DARK
LAfrique Social XL - Glow in the Dark edition
This event is FREE and open to everyone who likes to dance Salsa, Bachata & Kizomba. Bring your friends and have fun!
RUEDA EXCHANGE FESTIVAL 2019
Click here for more information on the event
FESTA da LAfrique - Cuban party - January 25th
Prepare to have fun at Festa LAfrique! We like to welcome you again to a fantastic Salsa Cubana party at Cafe Zwembad de Bongerd Wageningen. (No bathing suit required this time, it is NOT a pool party!) To start the year with a BANG, we have invited DJ Rafi, one of our favorite Salsa Cubana DJ's in the Netherlands. He'll make sure you do not want to leave the dance floor all night!
FESTA LAFRIQUE – SALSA AND KIZOMBA PARTY
Prepare to have fun at Festa LAfrique! This time we bring you Salsa and Kizomba at Cafe Zwembad de Bongerd Wageningen. No worries, no bathing suit required! This is NOT a pool party!
DJ Maximelody is one of our favorite DJ’s in the Netherlands. He’ll bring you the best of Salsa, Bachata and Kizomba.
Salsa & kizomba Workshops - One World Week
Come and join our free Salsa and Kizomba workshops on April 10th from 20:00 till 22:00 at the Orion building. In one hour each we will teach you the basics of Salsa Cubana and Kizomba. Fun guaranteed!
Tá fixe kizomba festival 2018
Want to improve your Kizomba skills? Join us to the Tá Fixe Kizomba Festival in Porto, Portugal, on the first weekend of March.
We have a SPECIAL DEAL for you. Just because you're a part of the LAfrique family, you can get a discount on your ticket! Let us know if you want to use this opportunity. Send an e-mail to lafrique.dance@gmail.com and receive your discount code.
Festa lafrique - end of the year party
Prepare to have fun at Festa LAfrique in the city centre of Wageningen. This time we bring you the best of two worlds.
DJ Rafi is one of the best Salsa Cubana DJ's In the Netherlands. Normally he spins a lot in the western part of Holland. This time you won't have to drive so far. Make sure you don't miss out on this experience!
REGGAETON & CUBAN STYLING BOOTCAMP
This bootcamp is all about spicing up your Salsa Cubana.
For starters, we’ll hand you the basic Reggaeton techniques, followed by Cuban Styling (boys & girls).
To top it all off, we’ll put these new moves into practice on hot Cuban Salsa beats!
Start Of Season - LAFRIQUE Special
Are you ready for SOS LAfrique? This time we offer you the opportunity to let your friends experience the power of dancing. After the workshop we bring you one of the best Latin DJ's in Holland to party with you all night!
End of the season | bootcamps - dinner - party
To end yet another great LAfrique dance season we are very proud to present our second LAfrique End of the Season Event! This is for all LAfrique enthusiasts including your friends and family.
FESTA da LAfrique - Salsa and Kizomba party
We bring to you yet another great LAfrique Salsa and Kizomba Party!
RUEDA WORKSHOP DEMO AT FORUM
On the 23rd of February LAfrique will perform a Rueda de Casino workshop/demonstration at the Forum building.
FESTA da LAfrique - Salsa and Kizomba party
We bring to you yet another great LAfrique Salsa and Kizomba Party!
LAfrique - Bachata Bootcamp
LAfrique - End of Season Dinner
To end yet another great LAfrique dance season we are very proud to present to you our very first LAfrique Dinner! This dinner is open to everyone so invite your friends and family as well.
Other events
Next to our own events there are many Afro-Latin events worth mentioning.
Sunday Salsa
We highly recommend ‘Sunday Salsa’ at Cafe Loburg in Wageningen organised by Rick Bloem. A fun dance matinee where dance lovers come together to enjoy the sounds and moves of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Kizomba and other Afro Latin sounds. You will find Team LAfrique there to dance with you.