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PROGRAM —
semi-professional tucheze program
The TUCHEZE program is an intensive training designed to create a collective of semi-professional dancers specializing in Afro-urban dance styles. Over 8 months, participants will explore Afro dance styles Ndombolo, and Coupé Décalé, while deepening their cultural roots and artistic expression, as well as other complementary urban styles.
sharpen your skills
Over the course of the Tucheze program, you will develop essential core skills to elevate your dancing.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
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Mastery of Afro-urban dance techniques: Ndombolo and Coupé Décalé
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Freestyle and improvisation
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Choreography and stage performance
CULTURAL & THEORETICAL SKILLS
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In-depth cultural knowledge of the styles taught (origin, history, and awareness of the cultural and social contexts of Afro-urban dances)
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Development of musical listening skills to identify specific rhythms and accents
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Ability to adapt movements to musical nuances
PERSONAL SKILLS
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Self-confidence and personal expression
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Teamwork and collaboration
the program in three blocks
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Ndombolo : Introduction to fondamental CONCEPTS, techniques, and culture
2
Coupé Décalé : Introduction to fondamental CONCEPTS, techniques, and culture
3
Stage Presence, Cultures & Rehearsals
your teachers
MELO OMAT
Program Lead
& Choreographer
KRANK
Choreographer
& Coach
SERGINHO
Choreographer
& Coach / Assistance
TREY
Choreographer
& Coach
program details
The program includes over 190 hours of in-person classes, workshops, and rehearsals.
DURATION
February 2026 to December 2026 (38 weeks total)
CLASSES SCHEDULE
Fridays from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Sundays from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
SHOWCASE DATE
December 2026
PREREQUISITES
Dancers should ideally have prior experience in Afro-urban dance such as Dancehall, Afrohouse, or Ndombolo or urban styles like hip-hop, house, or freestyle.
Dance and technical skills
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Foundations in Afro or urban dance styles
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Ability to learn and adapt
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Commitment and availability
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Physical and mental endurance
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Teamwork and collaboration
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Appreciation for and willingness to learn cultural contexts