AfroCaribe
AfroCaribe Dance Technique is the process of discovering your individual freedom inside the structure of limitations. The intelligence of the dance is the methodology of being both relaxed and natural while being extremely intentional and controlled to Time. It's the process of action and reaction and how to pair that to time
The intention of the dance classes is to celebrate world music, song, and dance by offering ongoing classes that strive to uplift the spirit, encourage universal awareness, and inspire positive community contributions. Each class is designed to teach fundamental AfroCaribbean and AfroBrazilian dance techniques by exploring polyrhythmic body isolations. Participants will not only explore the unique relationship between the various dance steps and drum rhythms but will also learn the cultural, political, historical, and social content of the dances as well. All skill levels are welcome in this non-competitive dance classroom environment. A highly trained percussion ensemble provides live music accompaniment.
About Kimberly
Kimberly Miguel Mullen, an internationally acclaimed dancer and choreographer for over 17 years, has performed in the USA, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, Cuba and Hong Kong. As a solo artist, she was one
of a chosen few to perform with the late legendary Cuban percussionist
Francisco Aguabella. The Los Angles Times has described her movement, a well-crafted mixture of traditional techniques from the African diaspora and Silvestre contemporary dance, as “spectacularly supple.” Mullen, who earned a Masters of Arts degree from UCLA’s Department of World Arts and Cultures, actively pursues her interests in dance ethnography, traveling throughout the world while creating links among cultures through the expression of dance. Since 2005, Mullen has also been recognized as a popular dance and fitness DVD personality and choreographer renowned for infusing traditional dance forms into mainstream markets. Her debut dance workout DVD, "Dance and Be Fit: Brazilian Body," was awarded “Best Dance DVD 2009” by Health Magazine.
"Pure Joy. Mullen doesn’t stop smiling and encouraging the group with every step, making sure everyone is having a blast. We finished the class completely soaked but bursting with energy." - Jaime Kiffel-Alcheh, Vital Juice LA
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