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Bomba Folklore Class: Dive into Afro-Puerto Rican Dance and Music History
4.6
11 Ratings
San Juan
Immerse yourself in Puerto Rican culture with the Bomba Folklore class. Learn about the rich heritage of Bomba dance and music from experienced instructors and connect with the local community.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Playa El Último Trolley - Bomba is a traditional music and dance genre from Puerto Rico with African roots. It features a dynamic exchange between drummers and dancers, where dancers set the rhythm with their movements, and drummers respond. This vibrant art form is a powerful expression of cultural identity and heritage, often performed at community celebrations.
Instructors:
Jose Angel Catala: A passionate Bomba dancer and musician with over two decades of experience in Puerto Rican folklore.
Charlotte Serrano: A professional dancer from Puerto Rico, skilled in various dance genres.
Our classes provide a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and dance of Puerto Rican Bomba. Whether you’re a curious beginner or have prior experience, you’re welcomed into a friendly and inviting environment to learn and enjoy this traditional art form.
Secure your spot today and join us for an authentic cultural experience. We look forward to seeing you on the dance floor!
What's Included
- Live speaker or music
Additional Information
What makes this activity unique is its authentic immersion into the rich cultural heritage of Puerto Rican Bomba. Led by passionate instructors with extensive experience in Puerto Rican folklore, participants have the opportunity to learn and experience Bomba in its traditional setting, accompanied by live music. The classes take place at the statue in Parque Jose Celso Barbosa, Ocean Park Beach, providing a picturesque and culturally significant backdrop. Additionally, the classes cater to individuals of all skill levels, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy and learn this traditional art form. With the option for private group bookings and flexibility in case of inclement weather, this experience offers a dynamic and memorable way to connect with Puerto Rican culture through dance and music.
Location
Playa El Último Trolley
Calle Soldado Serrano
Participants will meet at the statue and then walk to the beach for the class. Latecomers should stand with their backs to the statue, and walk right to the roundabout by the beach with palm trees and shade. There, they'll find us.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(11 Ratings)
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Almetra_a
Jul 5, 2024
Amazing - Amazing!!! Definitely a workout but so empowering! And the instructor was amazing. The setting was perfect!
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Denise_f
Jun 13, 2024
Very much fun - I absolutely loved the dancing the music. The instructor was phenomenal. It’s a beautiful experience and fun.
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Claudecs1619yb
Jun 12, 2024
A taste of Bomba - This an excellent dancing class for Beginners. The teacher was an expert at teaching Bomba to beginners. The drummer was also an expert at his craft and also an excellent dancer. I was amazed at how fast we were able to learn 4 dances. The skirts were a great addition. This is not an anthology class, but it will pick your interest into finding more about the meaning of each dance. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and for looking out for me while I was waiting for my Uber.
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Hollywoodm513
May 15, 2024
An Awesome Dancing Experience! - I had so much fun learning about the dance of my ancestors. I learned the basic 5 motions and the more popular mainstream dance using your legs, hips and arms. By the time the lesson was over, I felt stronger inside! It was like a little family dancing around. If you are male, don't worry about , you can do it too. This dance is for everyone.The instructor was so nice and the drummer was amazing as well.
They are both professional dancers and its on the beach under the palm trees! It's a must do. Bring a friend!
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Linda_m
Apr 29, 2024
Fun and energetic - The dancing with music and drums. The colored skirts. The history of the Afro Puerto Rico educational background regarding the dance.
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Cornise_h
Apr 5, 2024
Get your Bomba on baby!! - OMG! H
This is a must, if you want to learn some beautifully cultural dance moves, then this is for you! They were terrific teachers and the vibes was absolutely the best! Check them out you won't be disappointed
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Anais_r
Feb 4, 2024
Dance - Learning the different dance steps and the history. I took this class with my cousin and we both enjoyed it very much.
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Erica
Sep 14, 2023
Charlotte is an awesome instructor - Love it! Great for people that likes to learn about other cultures and dance.
Charlotte was compassionate and made everyone feel welcome. It's a lot of fun.
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Cynthia_m
Aug 19, 2023
An Incredible Experience - Such a cool experience! We got to learn about the history and culture of African Bomba. It is a beautiful art and we had the BEST time.
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Louella_c
Oct 25, 2023
Horrible location. Horrible details. - I didn't receive my tickets that had details about the location meeting spot ( the blue bench) . I went to the ADDRESS that was in the details of the BOOKING site. When I arrived to the location I thought that there had to be a mistake! It was a horrible area and to be quite frank looked very unsafe for a tourist. I called the booking company and let the know that I was at the address that was on the booking site but I didn't see any group there. They asked if I got my ticket with the details about the BLUE BENCH. I said no and he emailed me the ticket with the BLUE BENCH details.... needless to say there were more than one BLUE BENCH in the parking lot of the project. By the time that I got the ticket details it was about 15 minutes after the meeting time.
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