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Escola de Samba Adelaide is a dedicated school of Brazilian Dance in Adelaide.

As a branch of Australia’s foremost Brazilian dance school, Escola de Samba Sydney, we are committed to delivering an authentic calibre of Brazilian dance education. Escola de Samba Adelaide offers classes in Brazilian Samba.

We celebrate not just the movement and the music, but the joy we share. Vou festejar — for the community we’ve built together ❤️🖤🧡

Thank you @_kiminha_ for another wonderful passista class 🥰

We celebrate not just the movement and the music, but the joy we share. Vou festejar — for the community we’ve built together ❤️🖤🧡

Thank you @_kiminha_ for another wonderful passista class 🥰

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Introducing Ebonie Donato‑Jones – professional samba dancer and valued instructor at @escoladesamba_adelaide

From a young age, Ebonie fell in love with rhythm—training in gymnastics, aerobics, and later Latin dance. In her early 20s, she began learning salsa in the Latin community, studying Cuban, LA, and Cali styles before discovering samba in 2019 under the guidance of @janita_periquita_samba and later @__erin.skye__ and the Escola de Samba syllabus.

She quickly immersed herself in samba training and performance, joining the Escola de Samba Adelaide Sambinhas team in 2021, progressing to Sambistas in 2023, and now performing professionally.

Ebonie has been selected as a Passista in Rio’s Carnaval for 2026 with two esteemed samba schools:
• Passista – Samba Império Serrano (2026)
• Passista – Unidos da Ponte (2026)

As part of the Escola de Samba Adelaide teaching team, Ebonie brings musicality, precision, and warmth to her classes. She shares samba and salsa technique and rhythm in a way that builds love and confidence.

Under her leadership, @escoladesambaadelaide offers classes, workshops, and even the chance to parade in Rio—thanks to a strong connection with @escoladesamba_sydney and @escolacarnaval

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Introducing Ebonie Donato‑Jones – professional samba dancer and valued instructor at @escoladesamba_adelaide

From a young age, Ebonie fell in love with rhythm—training in gymnastics, aerobics, and later Latin dance. In her early 20s, she began learning salsa in the Latin community, studying Cuban, LA, and Cali styles before discovering samba in 2019 under the guidance of @janita_periquita_samba and later @__erin.skye__ and the Escola de Samba syllabus.

She quickly immersed herself in samba training and performance, joining the Escola de Samba Adelaide Sambinhas team in 2021, progressing to Sambistas in 2023, and now performing professionally.

Ebonie has been selected as a Passista in Rio’s Carnaval for 2026 with two esteemed samba schools:
• Passista – Samba Império Serrano (2026)
• Passista – Unidos da Ponte (2026)

As part of the Escola de Samba Adelaide teaching team, Ebonie brings musicality, precision, and warmth to her classes. She shares samba and salsa technique and rhythm in a way that builds love and confidence.

Under her leadership, @escoladesambaadelaide offers classes, workshops, and even the chance to parade in Rio—thanks to a strong connection with @escoladesamba_sydney and @escolacarnaval

We are celebrating Ebonie and Claire today after auditioning and being selected to be passistas for not one but two schools each in the 2026 Rio Carnaval. What a huge achievement, we are beyond thrilled.
❤️💙💚

Ebonie @dancarinadonata our intermediate Samba instructor, will be parading with @imperioserrano and @unidosdaponteoficial

@thatclairekid our newest @thesambinhas__adelaide member will be parading with @unidosdaponteoficial and @unidosdebanguoficial

Going through the process of auditioning is an achievement in itself. Being hand picked by passista directors means that you can hold your head up high knowing you earned your place. When local passistas know that your position has been earned, it helps to show that we are ‘gringas’ who have huge respect for the art of samba and work hard to earn our positions, showing respect and integrity.

Thank you to @escolacarnaval @sashyajay for facilitating these opportunities for our students and instructors.

To Claire and Ebonie, we are looking forward to seeing your evolution and growth in this process. We are so proud of you and seeing all your hard work pay off.

@passistasunidosdebangu
@up_passistasunidosdaponte
@passistasdoimperioserrano

We are celebrating Ebonie and Claire today after auditioning and being selected to be passistas for not one but two schools each in the 2026 Rio Carnaval. What a huge achievement, we are beyond thrilled.
❤️💙💚

Ebonie @dancarinadonata our intermediate Samba instructor, will be parading with @imperioserrano and @unidosdaponteoficial

@thatclairekid our newest @thesambinhas__adelaide member will be parading with @unidosdaponteoficial and @unidosdebanguoficial

Going through the process of auditioning is an achievement in itself. Being hand picked by passista directors means that you can hold your head up high knowing you earned your place. When local passistas know that your position has been earned, it helps to show that we are ‘gringas’ who have huge respect for the art of samba and work hard to earn our positions, showing respect and integrity.

Thank you to @escolacarnaval @sashyajay for facilitating these opportunities for our students and instructors.

To Claire and Ebonie, we are looking forward to seeing your evolution and growth in this process. We are so proud of you and seeing all your hard work pay off.

@passistasunidosdebangu
@up_passistasunidosdaponte
@passistasdoimperioserrano

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Introducing Erin Ludbey – professional samba dancer and instructor at @escoladesambaadelaide.

Erin’s dance journey began at age 6 with competitive gymnastics, and by age 8, she expanded into ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, and hip-hop—training intensively throughout her youth and into early adulthood. After a break to pursue a career in nursing, she rediscovered her love for dance in 2012 when she was introduced to samba.

Erin is now a professional samba performer, known for her strong technique, musicality, and expressive style having performed and competed around Australia.

She does ongoing training with @escoladesamba_sydney online and has travelled to Brazil four times, training extensively on each trip for 6–7 weeks with top samba professionals such as @gelouzadaoficial and @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial who have influenced her style, deepening both her technique and cultural understanding of samba no pé.

She has paraded in Rio’s Carnaval with several renowned samba schools:

• Sambista – Unidos do Porto da Pedra (2020)
• Passista – Belford Roxo - international Ala lead by Carlinhos Salgueiro (2023, 2024)
• Passista – Unidos de Bangu (2020, 2023, 2024)
• Passista – Unidos do Porto da Pedra (2024, 2025)
• Passista – Unidos de Padre Miguel (2025)

As an instructor at Escola de Samba Adelaide, Erin brings precision and fun to her classes. She uses her strong technical foundation to help students understand the mechanics behind movement, and her ever-expanding knowledge of samba to guide students in their ongoing development. Her teaching supports growth in both skill and cultural appreciation, making samba accessible, evolving, and deeply enriching.

Under her leadership, @escoladesambaadelaide offers classes, workshops, and even the chance to parade in Rio—thanks to a strong connection with @escoladesamba_sydney and @escolacarnaval

@unidosdebanguoficial
@passistasdotigreoficial
@unidosdepadremiguel

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Introducing Erin Ludbey – professional samba dancer and instructor at @escoladesambaadelaide.

Erin’s dance journey began at age 6 with competitive gymnastics, and by age 8, she expanded into ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, and hip-hop—training intensively throughout her youth and into early adulthood. After a break to pursue a career in nursing, she rediscovered her love for dance in 2012 when she was introduced to samba.

Erin is now a professional samba performer, known for her strong technique, musicality, and expressive style having performed and competed around Australia.

She does ongoing training with @escoladesamba_sydney online and has travelled to Brazil four times, training extensively on each trip for 6–7 weeks with top samba professionals such as @gelouzadaoficial and @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial who have influenced her style, deepening both her technique and cultural understanding of samba no pé.

She has paraded in Rio’s Carnaval with several renowned samba schools:

• Sambista – Unidos do Porto da Pedra (2020)
• Passista – Belford Roxo - international Ala lead by Carlinhos Salgueiro (2023, 2024)
• Passista – Unidos de Bangu (2020, 2023, 2024)
• Passista – Unidos do Porto da Pedra (2024, 2025)
• Passista – Unidos de Padre Miguel (2025)

As an instructor at Escola de Samba Adelaide, Erin brings precision and fun to her classes. She uses her strong technical foundation to help students understand the mechanics behind movement, and her ever-expanding knowledge of samba to guide students in their ongoing development. Her teaching supports growth in both skill and cultural appreciation, making samba accessible, evolving, and deeply enriching.

Under her leadership, @escoladesambaadelaide offers classes, workshops, and even the chance to parade in Rio—thanks to a strong connection with @escoladesamba_sydney and @escolacarnaval

@unidosdebanguoficial
@passistasdotigreoficial
@unidosdepadremiguel

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Next up, Kerri Stratton – samba dancer, performer, and instructor at @escoladesambaadelaide.

Kerri began dancing at age 9, training in ballet, jazz, contemporary, and more—but it was in 2018, after taking her first beginner samba class with @janita_periquita_samba that she found her true passion. With the ongoing guidance of Jane and later @__erin.skye__ and the Escola de Samba syllabus, Kerri developed her skills through consistent training, unwavering dedication, and hard work. She progressed from performing with the Sambinhas team in 2022 to joining the semi-pro team, and now performs professionally.

Kerri travelled to Rio in 2023 and 2025 for intensive training, where she paraded with:

• (2023) Sambista – Unidos de Bangu, Belford Roxo (@carlinhossalgueiro_oficial international wing)
• (2025) Passista – Porto da Pedra

Kerri joined the Escola de Samba Adelaide teaching team in 2023. She brings a calm, attentive, and precise energy to her classes, helping students build strong technique and body awareness while developing confidence in their movement.

Under her leadership, @escoladesambaadelaide offers classes, workshops, and the chance to parade in Rio—thanks to @escolacarnaval @escoladesamba_sydney

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Next up, Kerri Stratton – samba dancer, performer, and instructor at @escoladesambaadelaide.

Kerri began dancing at age 9, training in ballet, jazz, contemporary, and more—but it was in 2018, after taking her first beginner samba class with @janita_periquita_samba that she found her true passion. With the ongoing guidance of Jane and later @__erin.skye__ and the Escola de Samba syllabus, Kerri developed her skills through consistent training, unwavering dedication, and hard work. She progressed from performing with the Sambinhas team in 2022 to joining the semi-pro team, and now performs professionally.

Kerri travelled to Rio in 2023 and 2025 for intensive training, where she paraded with:

• (2023) Sambista – Unidos de Bangu, Belford Roxo (@carlinhossalgueiro_oficial international wing)
• (2025) Passista – Porto da Pedra

Kerri joined the Escola de Samba Adelaide teaching team in 2023. She brings a calm, attentive, and precise energy to her classes, helping students build strong technique and body awareness while developing confidence in their movement.

Under her leadership, @escoladesambaadelaide offers classes, workshops, and the chance to parade in Rio—thanks to @escolacarnaval @escoladesamba_sydney

GET EXCITED — Dandan Firmo is coming Adelaide 🔥✨

@dandanfirmo is a powerhouse in the Brazilian Funk and Samba world. She’s choreographed for stars like Anitta, Iza, Ivete Sangalo, Pabllo Vittar, and Ludmilla, and has performed on major shows like The Voice Brasil and Prêmio Multishow. She was the first ever Rainha (Queen) of passistas for Salgueiro.

She brings not just technique, but pure energia brasileira — straight from Rio! She’s also a fierce advocate for Afro-Brazilian culture and representation, and her movement is rich with expression, history, and joy.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn directly from an artist who’s shaping Brazil’s contemporary dance scene on a global stage.

*EARLY BIRD TICKETS*
We are offering $20 off the first 10 full passes sold. These are only available until the 1st June so get in before they sell out or they expire!!

August 16 Dandan will be teaching an Afro Brazilian workshop 10.30am-12pm
And a Samba Funk workshop 12.30-2pm

Privates will also be available. DM to enquire.

Thank you to @sashyajay and @escoladesamba_sydney for this amazing opportunity ❤️✨

GET EXCITED — Dandan Firmo is coming Adelaide 🔥✨

@dandanfirmo is a powerhouse in the Brazilian Funk and Samba world. She’s choreographed for stars like Anitta, Iza, Ivete Sangalo, Pabllo Vittar, and Ludmilla, and has performed on major shows like The Voice Brasil and Prêmio Multishow. She was the first ever Rainha (Queen) of passistas for Salgueiro.

She brings not just technique, but pure energia brasileira — straight from Rio! She’s also a fierce advocate for Afro-Brazilian culture and representation, and her movement is rich with expression, history, and joy.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn directly from an artist who’s shaping Brazil’s contemporary dance scene on a global stage.

*EARLY BIRD TICKETS*
We are offering $20 off the first 10 full passes sold. These are only available until the 1st June so get in before they sell out or they expire!!

August 16 Dandan will be teaching an Afro Brazilian workshop 10.30am-12pm
And a Samba Funk workshop 12.30-2pm

Privates will also be available. DM to enquire.

Thank you to @sashyajay and @escoladesamba_sydney for this amazing opportunity ❤️✨

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS…

Starting with Jane Nunes – Brazilian samba dancer, instructor, and director of @escoladesamba_adelaide

Jane began her samba journey in 2011, performing professionally by 2015—sharing stages with Aussie icons like Rob Mills and Todd McKenney, and dancing live at the Rio Olympics qualifiers.

She’s trained extensively with top Brazilian artists such as @olipe.1 @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial @mdellawegah to name a few and continues her training with @escoladesamba_sydney and has travelled to Brazil three times for intensive training—spending 5–6 weeks each trip fully immersed in samba culture and technique.

Her Carnaval experience includes:
• Sambista – Porto da Pedra (2020)
• Passista – Unidos de Bangu (2023), Belford Roxo (Carlinhos’s international wing)
• Passista – Porto da Pedra (2025)
• Musa – Unidos de Ponte (2025)

Beyond the stage and Carnaval —Jane is a passionate teacher. Since 2017, she has been dedicated to teaching samba, aiming to instill confidence and cultural appreciation in her students. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the history and culture behind samba no pé, ensuring her teaching respects its roots. Jane is known for her ability to break down complex moves, making them accessible to learners of all levels.

@unidosdaponteoficial
@unidosdebanguoficial
@gresuportodapedra

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS…

Starting with Jane Nunes – Brazilian samba dancer, instructor, and director of @escoladesamba_adelaide

Jane began her samba journey in 2011, performing professionally by 2015—sharing stages with Aussie icons like Rob Mills and Todd McKenney, and dancing live at the Rio Olympics qualifiers.

She’s trained extensively with top Brazilian artists such as @olipe.1 @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial @mdellawegah to name a few and continues her training with @escoladesamba_sydney and has travelled to Brazil three times for intensive training—spending 5–6 weeks each trip fully immersed in samba culture and technique.

Her Carnaval experience includes:
• Sambista – Porto da Pedra (2020)
• Passista – Unidos de Bangu (2023), Belford Roxo (Carlinhos’s international wing)
• Passista – Porto da Pedra (2025)
• Musa – Unidos de Ponte (2025)

Beyond the stage and Carnaval —Jane is a passionate teacher. Since 2017, she has been dedicated to teaching samba, aiming to instill confidence and cultural appreciation in her students. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the history and culture behind samba no pé, ensuring her teaching respects its roots. Jane is known for her ability to break down complex moves, making them accessible to learners of all levels.

@unidosdaponteoficial
@unidosdebanguoficial
@gresuportodapedra

Still riding the high from our workshops with the incredible Evelyn Bastos!
Deep thanks to the Adelaide samba community for showing up with open hearts, eagerness to learn and so much energy. We honour everyone who chose to invest in their growth, support an incredible Brazilian artist and learn directly from the source.
This is how we keep the culture alive in Adelaide —together ❤️🫶

A big thank you to @sashyajay for all the work behind the scenes brining @evelynbastosoficial to our shores ❤️❤️❤️

@mangueira_oficial

Still riding the high from our workshops with the incredible Evelyn Bastos!
Deep thanks to the Adelaide samba community for showing up with open hearts, eagerness to learn and so much energy. We honour everyone who chose to invest in their growth, support an incredible Brazilian artist and learn directly from the source.
This is how we keep the culture alive in Adelaide —together ❤️🫶

A big thank you to @sashyajay for all the work behind the scenes brining @evelynbastosoficial to our shores ❤️❤️❤️

@mangueira_oficial

The magic happens when we move as one ✨ Feeling the rhythm, sharing the energy, and vibing together as a squad. Thanks @_kiminha_ for challenging us in working formations with this fun piece. SAMBA🎉

The magic happens when we move as one ✨ Feeling the rhythm, sharing the energy, and vibing together as a squad. Thanks @_kiminha_ for challenging us in working formations with this fun piece. SAMBA🎉

Samba royalty is coming to Adelaide! 👑🔥

Don’t miss the chance to train with Evelyn Bastos, the legendary Rainha de Bateria from Mangueira! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sambista, this is your moment to learn from one of the best.

📅 April 14th
🩷 6.30pm Samba Fundamentais
💚 7.45 Samba Queen Drills
📍 The Dance Gallery, 210 Henley Beach Road Torrensville (enter via Hayward Avenue)
💃🏽 All levels welcome!

@evelynbastosoficial @mangueira_oficial @escoladesamba_sydney

#SambaQueen #EvelynBastos #SambaWorkshop #AdelaideSamba

Samba royalty is coming to Adelaide! 👑🔥

Don’t miss the chance to train with Evelyn Bastos, the legendary Rainha de Bateria from Mangueira! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sambista, this is your moment to learn from one of the best.

📅 April 14th
🩷 6.30pm Samba Fundamentais
💚 7.45 Samba Queen Drills
📍 The Dance Gallery, 210 Henley Beach Road Torrensville (enter via Hayward Avenue)
💃🏽 All levels welcome!

@evelynbastosoficial @mangueira_oficial @escoladesamba_sydney

#SambaQueen #EvelynBastos #SambaWorkshop #AdelaideSamba

🩷 Evelyn Bastos, the esteemed Rainha de Bateria (Queen of the Drums) 👑 of Rio de Janeiro’s Mangueira Samba School, is coming to Adelaide to teach exclusive samba workshops.

Known for her powerful performances and deep connection to Brazilian culture, Evelyn has been a key figure in Rio’s Carnaval, having been first crowned Queen of Mangueira in 2013 at the age of 19.

Her workshops in Adelaide will offer dancers a rare opportunity to learn from one of the most influential figures in samba, focusing on technique, expression, and the cultural roots of the dance. This is a unique chance for samba enthusiasts to train with a true icon and experience the energy of Rio’s Carnaval firsthand.

Book your spot now, link in our bio 🩷💚🩷💚

🩷 Evelyn Bastos, the esteemed Rainha de Bateria (Queen of the Drums) 👑 of Rio de Janeiro’s Mangueira Samba School, is coming to Adelaide to teach exclusive samba workshops.

Known for her powerful performances and deep connection to Brazilian culture, Evelyn has been a key figure in Rio’s Carnaval, having been first crowned Queen of Mangueira in 2013 at the age of 19.

Her workshops in Adelaide will offer dancers a rare opportunity to learn from one of the most influential figures in samba, focusing on technique, expression, and the cultural roots of the dance. This is a unique chance for samba enthusiasts to train with a true icon and experience the energy of Rio’s Carnaval firsthand.

Book your spot now, link in our bio 🩷💚🩷💚

New timetable 🎉 WE NOW OFFER 6 SAMBA CLASSES!!

Our instructors are making their way back from Rio ready to share their knowledge with you.

Join @janita_periquita_samba for beginners and improvers
@___ebonie for intermediate
@kerri_samba for upon intermediate
And @__erin.skye__ for L5 drills
Plus train with all of our instructors including @_kiminha_ on rotation for our passista class.

New timetable 🎉 WE NOW OFFER 6 SAMBA CLASSES!!

Our instructors are making their way back from Rio ready to share their knowledge with you.

Join @janita_periquita_samba for beginners and improvers
@___ebonie for intermediate
@kerri_samba for upon intermediate
And @__erin.skye__ for L5 drills
Plus train with all of our instructors including @_kiminha_ on rotation for our passista class.

Photos from our performances at @escoladesamba_sydney End of Year Show ❤️

It was wonderful to be able to share in the energy of the night with our greater Escola community and also have representation of the greater Adelaide community having @antoniasalala from @labomba_latindance join us for a special choreography by @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial

We are gearing up for a huge year of Samba and experiences with the Samba community

@sasambaband Encontro in April
@australasiansambacompetition in August
@escoladesamba_sydney and our own EOY Shows in November, just to name a few!!

Here we come 2025!!!

📸 @steve_fry_photography @delirious_imagery

Photos from our performances at @escoladesamba_sydney End of Year Show ❤️

It was wonderful to be able to share in the energy of the night with our greater Escola community and also have representation of the greater Adelaide community having @antoniasalala from @labomba_latindance join us for a special choreography by @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial

We are gearing up for a huge year of Samba and experiences with the Samba community

@sasambaband Encontro in April
@australasiansambacompetition in August
@escoladesamba_sydney and our own EOY Shows in November, just to name a few!!

Here we come 2025!!!

📸 @steve_fry_photography @delirious_imagery

BRAZILIAN FUNK FOR BEGINNERS
TRIAL A CLASS FOR JUST $5!!
Brazilian Funk is now topping charts globally and you can learn how to move your body to Funks infectious beats!!
Beginners Funk Every Wednesday 6.30pm
New course running every 4 weeks! Tuesdays
6.30pm
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
JAN 15 - MAR 5
MAR 12 - APR 30
MAY 7- JUN 25
210 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville. (enter via
Hayward Ave)
https://www.escoladesambaadelaide.com

BRAZILIAN FUNK FOR BEGINNERS
TRIAL A CLASS FOR JUST $5!!
Brazilian Funk is now topping charts globally and you can learn how to move your body to Funks infectious beats!!
Beginners Funk Every Wednesday 6.30pm
New course running every 4 weeks! Tuesdays
6.30pm
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
JAN 15 - MAR 5
MAR 12 - APR 30
MAY 7- JUN 25
210 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville. (enter via
Hayward Ave)
https://www.escoladesambaadelaide.com

BRAZILIAN SAMBA FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
4 week short course ✨⭐️ The chance to try Samba and get a feel for the basics and vibe in a relaxed and inclusive class atmosphere!
Come and experience the joy, confidence, community and countless benefits that Samba can bring to your life
New course running every 4 weeks! Tuesdays
6.30pm
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
JAN 14- FEB 4
FEB 11 - MAR 4
MAR 11 - APR 1
APR 8 - APR 29
MAY 6 - MAY 27
JUN 3 - JUN 24
210 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville. (enter via
Hayward Ave)
https://www.escoladesambaadelaide.com

BRAZILIAN SAMBA FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
4 week short course ✨⭐️ The chance to try Samba and get a feel for the basics and vibe in a relaxed and inclusive class atmosphere!
Come and experience the joy, confidence, community and countless benefits that Samba can bring to your life
New course running every 4 weeks! Tuesdays
6.30pm
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
JAN 14- FEB 4
FEB 11 - MAR 4
MAR 11 - APR 1
APR 8 - APR 29
MAY 6 - MAY 27
JUN 3 - JUN 24
210 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville. (enter via
Hayward Ave)
https://www.escoladesambaadelaide.com

🌟 Our Christmas classes were the perfect way to end our third year—full of samba, funk, energy, and good vibes.

To our amazing students, instructors and supporters: thank you for being part of our community. Your passion and love for dance make everything possible! 🙏🏼❤️

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a New Year filled with happiness, rhythm, and endless samba vibes. Lets go 2025! 🇧🇷🎶

🌟 Our Christmas classes were the perfect way to end our third year—full of samba, funk, energy, and good vibes.

To our amazing students, instructors and supporters: thank you for being part of our community. Your passion and love for dance make everything possible! 🙏🏼❤️

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a New Year filled with happiness, rhythm, and endless samba vibes. Lets go 2025! 🇧🇷🎶

Thank you to @lscarnaval_artes for our beautiful @thesambinhas__adelaide team costumes.
Inspired by the Samba Schools in Rio 🇧🇷 They were everything we wanted and are so so shiny ✨❤️

Thank you to @lscarnaval_artes for our beautiful @thesambinhas__adelaide team costumes.
Inspired by the Samba Schools in Rio 🇧🇷 They were everything we wanted and are so so shiny ✨❤️

Taking inspiration from @escoladesamba_sydney our @thesambinhas__adelaide team worked on a choreography to live drums by @sasambaband this year
Choreographed by @__erin.skye__ & @janita_periquita_samba the girls trained to listen to the cue for the choreographed breaks and freestyle in between.
Such amazing energy watching this live on stage after so much preparation
We are so proud of our students and their growth ❤️🧡🖤

Taking inspiration from @escoladesamba_sydney our @thesambinhas__adelaide team worked on a choreography to live drums by @sasambaband this year
Choreographed by @__erin.skye__ & @janita_periquita_samba the girls trained to listen to the cue for the choreographed breaks and freestyle in between.
Such amazing energy watching this live on stage after so much preparation
We are so proud of our students and their growth ❤️🧡🖤

Our end-of-year shows are more than just a performance; they a celebration of our vibrant community, our growth, the passion we share for Samba and this journey we are on together - Deus abençoe o role 🌟

Thank you to everyone who made this day so special – to our students who gave their all, to the audience who brought the house to life with their cheers, to the teachers @__erin.skye__ @kerri_samba @leela_balin @janita_periquita_samba for their efforts in choreographing and training, @arnoldeus the host with the most, @sasambaband for brining their wonderful music and energy to stage @the_malandragem_project for another impressive performance, to our volunteers who we couldn’t have done without, @realizm_au for the graphic design for our custom awards and @vforvictor_ @instagazzas for the photography

This day was a reflection of what we’ve built together: a space of rhythm, culture, and connection. Here’s to continuing this beautiful journey into the new year.

A huge thank you to @_.adriana for the beautiful recap of an unforgettable day 💃🏻✨

Our end-of-year shows are more than just a performance; they a celebration of our vibrant community, our growth, the passion we share for Samba and this journey we are on together - Deus abençoe o role 🌟

Thank you to everyone who made this day so special – to our students who gave their all, to the audience who brought the house to life with their cheers, to the teachers @__erin.skye__ @kerri_samba @leela_balin @janita_periquita_samba for their efforts in choreographing and training, @arnoldeus the host with the most, @sasambaband for brining their wonderful music and energy to stage @the_malandragem_project for another impressive performance, to our volunteers who we couldn’t have done without, @realizm_au for the graphic design for our custom awards and @vforvictor_ @instagazzas for the photography

This day was a reflection of what we’ve built together: a space of rhythm, culture, and connection. Here’s to continuing this beautiful journey into the new year.

A huge thank you to @_.adriana for the beautiful recap of an unforgettable day 💃🏻✨

TOMORROW - Our final Absolute beginners course for 2024!!
Get a taste of Samba and find out why we are in love with this beautiful dance.
No dance experience? No worries!! We will take the time to guide you through each moment and help you build in skill and confidence.

Book via our bio link or website www.escoladesambaadelaide.com

TOMORROW - Our final Absolute beginners course for 2024!!
Get a taste of Samba and find out why we are in love with this beautiful dance.
No dance experience? No worries!! We will take the time to guide you through each moment and help you build in skill and confidence.

Book via our bio link or website www.escoladesambaadelaide.com

✨ What an unforgettable experience! ✨

We had the incredible honor of learning from the one and only @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial , a true legend in the world of Samba and the heart of @salgueirooriginal ! 🌟 His passion, precision, and energy are unmatched, and we were so lucky to soak up his knowledge during this workshop.

Performing this choreography at @escoladesamba_sydney Gala was incredible, and we are so grateful to have shared this moment with so many amazing people within the Escola Community. Obrigada, Carlinhos and @sashyajay for bringing the spirit of Samba to life and sharing your brilliance with us! ❤️💃

This is a memory we’ll cherish forever. 🥁🔥

For now here’s a teaser and some behind the scenes! Next weekend we get to perform this again at our end of year show with an even bigger group!!

✨ What an unforgettable experience! ✨

We had the incredible honor of learning from the one and only @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial , a true legend in the world of Samba and the heart of @salgueirooriginal ! 🌟 His passion, precision, and energy are unmatched, and we were so lucky to soak up his knowledge during this workshop.

Performing this choreography at @escoladesamba_sydney Gala was incredible, and we are so grateful to have shared this moment with so many amazing people within the Escola Community. Obrigada, Carlinhos and @sashyajay for bringing the spirit of Samba to life and sharing your brilliance with us! ❤️💃

This is a memory we’ll cherish forever. 🥁🔥

For now here’s a teaser and some behind the scenes! Next weekend we get to perform this again at our end of year show with an even bigger group!!

ONLY 2 WEEKS UNTIL HE ARRIVES 👑 @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial The King of Samba will be in Adelaide for 4 unmissable evenings!!

Open workshop on Tuesday 12th November
Choreography Intensive (6 or 4 hrs) Wed 13, Thurs 14th, Fri 15th November
Optional Performance on the 1st December
& Invitation to perform in Sydney with Carlinhos on November 23rd.
Do not miss the opportunity to learn from THE best of the best. Link to book in bio @escoladesamba_adelaide

Carlinhos Salgueiro is Brazil’s most revered Samba director, choreographer and instructor.
He revolutionised the art of Passista Samba as we know it today and he is a Rio Carnaval and global dance celebrity.

Did you know Carlinhos has trained some of the most admired and talented Passistas Musas and Queens such as @amanda_omin @eumarimola @sou_mayaralima

ONLY 2 WEEKS UNTIL HE ARRIVES 👑 @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial The King of Samba will be in Adelaide for 4 unmissable evenings!!

Open workshop on Tuesday 12th November
Choreography Intensive (6 or 4 hrs) Wed 13, Thurs 14th, Fri 15th November
Optional Performance on the 1st December
& Invitation to perform in Sydney with Carlinhos on November 23rd.
Do not miss the opportunity to learn from THE best of the best. Link to book in bio @escoladesamba_adelaide

Carlinhos Salgueiro is Brazil’s most revered Samba director, choreographer and instructor.
He revolutionised the art of Passista Samba as we know it today and he is a Rio Carnaval and global dance celebrity.

Did you know Carlinhos has trained some of the most admired and talented Passistas Musas and Queens such as @amanda_omin @eumarimola @sou_mayaralima

BRAZILIAN FUNK - HALLOWEEN EDITION 🧙👻
Put on your spookiest costume and join us for some fun!!

This is a Beginners class but open to all!!

Wednesday 30th October 🎃 6.30pm. Book a casual pass on our website. Link in our Bio.

BRAZILIAN FUNK - HALLOWEEN EDITION 🧙👻
Put on your spookiest costume and join us for some fun!!

This is a Beginners class but open to all!!

Wednesday 30th October 🎃 6.30pm. Book a casual pass on our website. Link in our Bio.

Celebrating our community’s achievements, sharing in our love of Brazilian Culture and dance 🫶❤️

🎟️Grab your tickets via our website
👆🏼Link in bio

1st Ticket Sales End Sunday 27th Oct
2nd Ticket Sales End Sunday 24th Nov
3rd Ticket Sales Ends Saturday 30th Nov
Tickets at the door will be available.

Celebrating our community’s achievements, sharing in our love of Brazilian Culture and dance 🫶❤️

🎟️Grab your tickets via our website
👆🏼Link in bio

1st Ticket Sales End Sunday 27th Oct
2nd Ticket Sales End Sunday 24th Nov
3rd Ticket Sales Ends Saturday 30th Nov
Tickets at the door will be available.

The stars aligned for our director @janita_periquita_samba when she was in Melbourne and able to catch the Passista workshop with @sashyajay and @escoladesamba_sydney

We are so excited for @escoladesamba_melbourne and all the amazing things they have ahead ❤️🙏🏼🥰

The stars aligned for our director @janita_periquita_samba when she was in Melbourne and able to catch the Passista workshop with @sashyajay and @escoladesamba_sydney

We are so excited for @escoladesamba_melbourne and all the amazing things they have ahead ❤️🙏🏼🥰

Com o povo do bem, Hoje é seu dia de sorte 🍀
We are lucky to get to exchange energy with the beautiful people in our community every week and we are blessed to be able to share in our mutual love of Brazilian Dance
#escoladesambaadelaide

Choreography: @__erin.skye__

Passista class is every Wednesday at 7.30pm and everyone is welcome ❤️❤️❤️

Com o povo do bem, Hoje é seu dia de sorte 🍀
We are lucky to get to exchange energy with the beautiful people in our community every week and we are blessed to be able to share in our mutual love of Brazilian Dance
#escoladesambaadelaide

Choreography: @__erin.skye__

Passista class is every Wednesday at 7.30pm and everyone is welcome ❤️❤️❤️

Why do we love Brazilian Funk?
- we learn to isolate parts of our body
- we get to express ourselves unapologetically
- we have a ball doing it!!

Beginners Funk every Wednesday at 6.30pm

This cutie is @traccy.c dancing with instructor @leela_balin to a mix by @olipe.1

Why do we love Brazilian Funk?
- we learn to isolate parts of our body
- we get to express ourselves unapologetically
- we have a ball doing it!!

Beginners Funk every Wednesday at 6.30pm

This cutie is @traccy.c dancing with instructor @leela_balin to a mix by @olipe.1

Working on some batucada breaks with @_kiminha_ in our Passista class
Our passista class is open level and as we have a different instructor each with sharing their own knowledge and flair, each week is something different and new ❤️😍

Working on some batucada breaks with @_kiminha_ in our Passista class
Our passista class is open level and as we have a different instructor each with sharing their own knowledge and flair, each week is something different and new ❤️😍

Working @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial inspired technique in level 5 drills with @__erin.skye__
We pride ourselves on our dedication to our craft, always striving to be better which allows us to be the best teachers and dancers we can be. This is our way to honour and respect the beautiful art of Samba ❤️🙏🏼

Working @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial inspired technique in level 5 drills with @__erin.skye__
We pride ourselves on our dedication to our craft, always striving to be better which allows us to be the best teachers and dancers we can be. This is our way to honour and respect the beautiful art of Samba ❤️🙏🏼

It’s always a vibe in Beginners Funk with @leela_balin 🔥🔥🔥 Did you know we have casual passes available for all our classes? Book online anytime. Everyone is welcome ❤️

It’s always a vibe in Beginners Funk with @leela_balin 🔥🔥🔥 Did you know we have casual passes available for all our classes? Book online anytime. Everyone is welcome ❤️

We have been having a blast in our Passista class with each instructor getting to share their personal style and flair.
We loved this silky smooth and fun choreography by @kerri_samba ❤️😍

We have been having a blast in our Passista class with each instructor getting to share their personal style and flair.
We loved this silky smooth and fun choreography by @kerri_samba ❤️😍

The King of Samba @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial
is heading our way for 4 days!!

We are delighted and honoured to host the grand master of Samba from Rio.

❤️Open workshop on Tuesday 12th November
🤍Choreography Intensive (6 or 4 hrs) Wed 13, Thurs 14th, Fri 15th November
💥25% off the workshop if you book the 6 hr intensive. DM us after you book the intensive to obtain your discount code💥
Performance on the 1st Dec
& Invitation to perform in Sydney with Carlinhos on November 23rd.
Performance opportunities open to all participants

Do not miss the opportunity to learn from THE best of the best. Link to book in bio @escoladesamba_adelaide

Link in our bio.

The King of Samba @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial
is heading our way for 4 days!!

We are delighted and honoured to host the grand master of Samba from Rio.

❤️Open workshop on Tuesday 12th November
🤍Choreography Intensive (6 or 4 hrs) Wed 13, Thurs 14th, Fri 15th November
💥25% off the workshop if you book the 6 hr intensive. DM us after you book the intensive to obtain your discount code💥
Performance on the 1st Dec
& Invitation to perform in Sydney with Carlinhos on November 23rd.
Performance opportunities open to all participants

Do not miss the opportunity to learn from THE best of the best. Link to book in bio @escoladesamba_adelaide

Link in our bio.

Thank you to @mosaicadelaide for inviting us alongside @sasambaband to perform at their wonderful Intercultural Festival.
Some of us have been performing in this festival since 2018 and it is truly amazing to see how much it has grown and evolved since its humble beginnings, which is a huge credit to @lenaaarrddd his team and volunteers.
Mosaic is one of the highlights of our year and we are blessed to be a part of an event that brings people together to celebrate our diversity by sharing in things we all love, music, food and dance ❤️

Thank you to @mosaicadelaide for inviting us alongside @sasambaband to perform at their wonderful Intercultural Festival.
Some of us have been performing in this festival since 2018 and it is truly amazing to see how much it has grown and evolved since its humble beginnings, which is a huge credit to @lenaaarrddd his team and volunteers.
Mosaic is one of the highlights of our year and we are blessed to be a part of an event that brings people together to celebrate our diversity by sharing in things we all love, music, food and dance ❤️

We are getting closer to 2025 Carnaval and our instructors @janita_periquita_samba @__erin.skye__ and @kerri_samba are gearing up for another amazing experience immersing themselves for 6 weeks of training leading up to and participating in the biggest parade in the world. This month the enredos (Theme songs) for the samba schools will be released and in level 5 drills we danced to a 2022 enredo for Imperatriz Leopoldinense in celebration 🎉❤️

Choreography; @__erin.skye__

We are getting closer to 2025 Carnaval and our instructors @janita_periquita_samba @__erin.skye__ and @kerri_samba are gearing up for another amazing experience immersing themselves for 6 weeks of training leading up to and participating in the biggest parade in the world. This month the enredos (Theme songs) for the samba schools will be released and in level 5 drills we danced to a 2022 enredo for Imperatriz Leopoldinense in celebration 🎉❤️

Choreography; @__erin.skye__

BRAZILIAN FUNK FOR BEGINNERS 🇧🇷💙💚
TRIAL A CLASS FOR JUST $5!!
Brazilian Funk is now topping charts globally and you can learn how to move your body to Funks infectious beats!!

Beginners Funk Every Wednesday 6.30pm

Term Dates:
11th Sep - 30th Oct
5th Nov - 19th Dec

BRAZILIAN FUNK FOR BEGINNERS 🇧🇷💙💚
TRIAL A CLASS FOR JUST $5!!
Brazilian Funk is now topping charts globally and you can learn how to move your body to Funks infectious beats!!

Beginners Funk Every Wednesday 6.30pm

Term Dates:
11th Sep - 30th Oct
5th Nov - 19th Dec

Amazing 🤩 Night at Samba Social club ❤️🥰
Thank you to @sasambaband for putting on this wonderful event every year. We had a blast 💥

Amazing 🤩 Night at Samba Social club ❤️🥰
Thank you to @sasambaband for putting on this wonderful event every year. We had a blast 💥

ADELAIDE GET EXCITED 🤩
The King of Samba @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial is heading our way for 4 days!!

We are delighted and honoured to host the grand master of Samba from Rio.

Open workshop on Tuesday 12th November
Choreography Intensive (6 or 4 hrs) Wed 13, Thurs 14th, Fri 15th November
Performance on the 17th November
& Invitation to perform in Sydney with Carlinhos on November 23rd.

Do not miss the opportunity to learn from THE best of the best. Link to book in bio @escoladesamba_adelaide

Carlinhos Salgueiro is Brazil’s most revered Samba director, choreographer and instructor.
He revolutionised the art of Passista Samba as we know it today and he is a Rio Carnaval and global dance celebrity.

ADELAIDE GET EXCITED 🤩
The King of Samba @carlinhossalgueiro_oficial is heading our way for 4 days!!

We are delighted and honoured to host the grand master of Samba from Rio.

Open workshop on Tuesday 12th November
Choreography Intensive (6 or 4 hrs) Wed 13, Thurs 14th, Fri 15th November
Performance on the 17th November
& Invitation to perform in Sydney with Carlinhos on November 23rd.

Do not miss the opportunity to learn from THE best of the best. Link to book in bio @escoladesamba_adelaide

Carlinhos Salgueiro is Brazil’s most revered Samba director, choreographer and instructor.
He revolutionised the art of Passista Samba as we know it today and he is a Rio Carnaval and global dance celebrity.

Our Absolute Beginners Samba course is designed to give you an introduction into the wonderful world of Samba ❤️ No dance experience required.
Over 4 weeks you will be taken through the basic steps and introduced to the vibrant rhythms synonymous with beautiful Brazil 🇧🇷

Our Absolute Beginners Samba course is designed to give you an introduction into the wonderful world of Samba ❤️ No dance experience required.
Over 4 weeks you will be taken through the basic steps and introduced to the vibrant rhythms synonymous with beautiful Brazil 🇧🇷

Such amazing energy at our last drumming workshops 🥁
Join our Dance and Play - Live Bataria Workshops Thursday 5th Sept with @sasambaband
6.30pm - Learn to play
7.30pm - Learn to dance to bataria (For beginners/improvers & intermediate/ Advanced)

Such amazing energy at our last drumming workshops 🥁
Join our Dance and Play - Live Bataria Workshops Thursday 5th Sept with @sasambaband
6.30pm - Learn to play
7.30pm - Learn to dance to bataria (For beginners/improvers & intermediate/ Advanced)

New Absolute Beginner Samba courses have just launched at Escola de Samba Adelaide! ✨ This new 4-week short course format gives you the chance to try Samba and get a feel for the basics and vibe in a relaxed and inclusive class atmosphere! 👯‍♀️🥁

Come and experience the joy, confidence, community and countless benefits that Samba can bring to your life ❤️

New course running every 4 weeks! Head to our website to see when the next course begins!
$60
210 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville. (enter via Hayward Ave)
https://www.escoladesambaadelaide.com

New Absolute Beginner Samba courses have just launched at Escola de Samba Adelaide! ✨ This new 4-week short course format gives you the chance to try Samba and get a feel for the basics and vibe in a relaxed and inclusive class atmosphere! 👯‍♀️🥁

Come and experience the joy, confidence, community and countless benefits that Samba can bring to your life ❤️

New course running every 4 weeks! Head to our website to see when the next course begins!
$60
210 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville. (enter via Hayward Ave)
https://www.escoladesambaadelaide.com

✨⭐️TIME-TABLE UPDATE⭐️✨
We are gearing up for a big end of year. Performance courses for our end of year show start Monday 9th September 🔥❤️🥰

✨⭐️TIME-TABLE UPDATE⭐️✨
We are gearing up for a big end of year. Performance courses for our end of year show start Monday 9th September 🔥❤️🥰

Getting funky in Passista class with @leela_balin with some Funk fusion 🥁💃🏻🔥
PASSISTA - Is an open level class, each week you will work on a new choreography with a different instructor to help develop your own style and expression.

Getting funky in Passista class with @leela_balin with some Funk fusion 🥁💃🏻🔥
PASSISTA - Is an open level class, each week you will work on a new choreography with a different instructor to help develop your own style and expression.

A full house in Beginners Funk this week 🔥☄️
Jump into Beginnwrs Funk Wednesday 6.30pm. Weekly casual passes available 🍑

A full house in Beginners Funk this week 🔥☄️
Jump into Beginnwrs Funk Wednesday 6.30pm. Weekly casual passes available 🍑

Working on holding space and moments in Passista class with @_kiminha_
PASSISTA 💃🏻🥁 every Wednesday 7.30pm
Open level class, all are welcome ❤️🥰

Working on holding space and moments in Passista class with @_kiminha_
PASSISTA 💃🏻🥁 every Wednesday 7.30pm
Open level class, all are welcome ❤️🥰

Our first passista class was overflowing with good vibes and energy last night 🥰❤️
If you missed this week, no worries. Casual drop ins are welcome!! Come and dance with us!! 🥁💃🏻

This class focuses on Passista “show” styling and performance skills. Students learn short choreography combos each week from different instructors for variety in styling and vibe. Designed to help students develop their own Passista performance style, we focus on dancing with feeling, musicality, confidence, precision and presence.

Our first passista class was overflowing with good vibes and energy last night 🥰❤️
If you missed this week, no worries. Casual drop ins are welcome!! Come and dance with us!! 🥁💃🏻

This class focuses on Passista “show” styling and performance skills. Students learn short choreography combos each week from different instructors for variety in styling and vibe. Designed to help students develop their own Passista performance style, we focus on dancing with feeling, musicality, confidence, precision and presence.

🥁NEW SAMBA BEGINNERS COURSE ❤️
Starting Tuesday 16th July
Trial Week 1 or $5 or
Book the 8 week course for $100 (Usually $140)
No dance experience required!!
Link in Bio

🥁NEW SAMBA BEGINNERS COURSE ❤️
Starting Tuesday 16th July
Trial Week 1 or $5 or
Book the 8 week course for $100 (Usually $140)
No dance experience required!!
Link in Bio

Gearing up for a amazing end of the year 🥁❤️✨
- NEW TERM STARTING 16th/17th July!!
With the addition of our new class ‘Passista’ - open to all, working on passista stying, energy and expression
SAMBA CLASSES AVAILABLE FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS THROUGH TO ADVANCED +

Gearing up for a amazing end of the year 🥁❤️✨
- NEW TERM STARTING 16th/17th July!!
With the addition of our new class ‘Passista’ - open to all, working on passista stying, energy and expression
SAMBA CLASSES AVAILABLE FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS THROUGH TO ADVANCED +

💥NEW CLASS ANNOUNCEMENT💥
Passista 7.30 Wednesdays!

This class focuses on Passista “show” styling and performance skills. Students learn short choreography combos each week from different instructors for variety in styling and vibe. Designed to help students develop their own Passista performance style, we focus on dancing with feeling, musicality, confidence, precision and presence.

💥NEW CLASS ANNOUNCEMENT💥
Passista 7.30 Wednesdays!

This class focuses on Passista “show” styling and performance skills. Students learn short choreography combos each week from different instructors for variety in styling and vibe. Designed to help students develop their own Passista performance style, we focus on dancing with feeling, musicality, confidence, precision and presence.

⭐️$5 TRIAL CLASS⭐️
Tuesday 16th July
New Samba Beginner Course starts 16th July.
Book a course for $100 or take advantage of our trial class.
Our courses run for 8 weeks to teach you the very fundamentals of Brazilian Samba no Pé! Suitable for absolute beginners or for anyone who needs a refresher. Spots are limited so be quick to register!
Link in bio to book
@escoladesamba_adelaide

⭐️$5 TRIAL CLASS⭐️
Tuesday 16th July
New Samba Beginner Course starts 16th July.
Book a course for $100 or take advantage of our trial class.
Our courses run for 8 weeks to teach you the very fundamentals of Brazilian Samba no Pé! Suitable for absolute beginners or for anyone who needs a refresher. Spots are limited so be quick to register!
Link in bio to book
@escoladesamba_adelaide

🔥$5 TRIAL CLASS🔥
Wednesday 17th July
New Funk Beginners Course starts 17th July.
Book a course for $100 or take advantage of our trial class.
Our courses run for 8 weeks to teach you the very fundamentals of Brazilian Funk! Suitable for absolute beginners or for anyone who needs a refresher.
Spots are limited so be quick to register!
Link in bio to book
@escoladesamba_adelaide

🔥$5 TRIAL CLASS🔥
Wednesday 17th July
New Funk Beginners Course starts 17th July.
Book a course for $100 or take advantage of our trial class.
Our courses run for 8 weeks to teach you the very fundamentals of Brazilian Funk! Suitable for absolute beginners or for anyone who needs a refresher.
Spots are limited so be quick to register!
Link in bio to book
@escoladesamba_adelaide

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