Samba Dance

I’ve been attending this class as often as I can for years and I still love it. It is great exercise and great live music. Sometimes we go out together for some food or drinks afterwards. Janelle is a great teacher and I plan to continue with the class as long as she’ll keep teaching it!

If you love Afro Brazilian dances as much as I do, or are just curious about them, come to Janelle’s class at the beautiful Fremont Abbey on Monday evenings.
The class is geared to all levels, so don’t be shy. She is an amazing instructor and a wonderful human being. The class starts with a gentle warm up and then the fun starts. You will learn the steps of samba Rio style or Samba reggae, or other Brazilian rhythms.
And of course, if you want to be part of the Fremont Solstice Parade, this is your chance! Her group of dancers always dazzle in the parade, beautiful costumes, beautiful dances, and a float with live music. There will be plenty of rehearsals so you will nail down the steps, be comfortable and really be able to enjoy the parade, a very unique experience.
Brazilian dances are the uttermost expression of happiness, sexiness and beauty so try Janelle’s class, you will enjoy yourself, dance with a wonderful group of dancers and probably be hooked on samba for ever.

What a joy! I look forward to this class every week, especially as a foil to my sedentary computer job. The music is luscious, and Janelle is poetry in motion to watch and learn from. The music and her infectious energy lift up one’s spirit. I highly recommend this class to everyone who loves to move.

I love this class– I’ve taken dance all over the city and this is my favorite. Samba and Samba Reggae challenge your body in ways that are so different from other forms of dance — it’s beautiful, fluid, natural movement. I agree that Janelle is a gifted and skilled instructor, constantly improving her skills through the study of Feldenkrais and Brazilian dance. The live band brings such energy and flexibility to the class (1 ½ hour long) and the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. The band and dancers participated in the 2013 Fremont Solstice parade (super fun!). Classes are drop in, all levels, Mondays from 6:30−8. I only wish it were offered more often!