Afro-Cuban Dance Workshop with Laroye Aña

From Yoruba Roots to Samba Beats: Afro-Cuban & Afro-Brazilian Dance Workshop Super Sonic Samba School and WorldBeat Center invite you to explore the ancestral rhythms and sacred movements that shape modern samba! Join us for a powerful workshop with Indira “Laroye” Leneman (Laroye Aña)—renowned Cuban choreographer, master instructor, and performer born and raised in Havana, now based in Los Angeles. This special session bridges Afro-Cuban Orisha dance, Afro-Brazilian Orixá movement, and Afro-roots Samba choreography, tracing how Yoruba spiritual and cultural traditions crossed the Atlantic to become the heart and soul of today’s samba. About Indira “Laroye” Leneman Laroye Aña brings an extraordinary depth of cultural knowledge paired with elite professional experience. In addition to performing as a lead dancer with the world-renowned Afro-Brazilian dance company Viver Brasil, her captivating energy has graced global stages: Super Bowl Halftime Show: Featured dancer alongside Bad Bunny The Hollywood Bowl: Performing Rio-style samba with legendary Brazilian icon Sergio Mendes Television & Iconic Venues: Featured performances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Late Late Show with James Corden, The Ford Theatre, Disney California Adventure, and Grand Performance Educator: Guest lecturer and instructor at UCLA, USC, CSU Fullerton, UC Riverside, and international dance festivals worldwide Whether you are traveling down from Los Angeles or bringing your San Diego samba energy, come ready to connect with the roots, elevate your technique, and experience the sacred synergy of Cuban and Brazilian rhythms! Event Details Date: Sunday, October 25 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: WorldBeat Cultural Center 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 Registration: $20 per person