Afro-Latin Cultural Exchange Society

Kizomba Practica Thursdays
2024-03-21 19:30 - 22:30, 2024-03-14 19:30 - 22:30, 2024-03-07 19:30 - 22:30, 2024-02-29 19:30 - 22:30, 2024-02-22 19:30 - 22:30, 2024-02-15 19:30 - 22:30, 2024-02-08 19:30 - 22:30, 2024-02-01 19:30 - 22:30 (America/Vancouver) and 8 more dates | Ukranian Cultural Centre, 3277 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Z 3K9, Canada
Join us every Thursday for Kizomba/Urbankiz classes.
Intermediate 7:30PM-8:15pm Beginner 8:15pm-9:00pm Practica until 10:30pm
Class only: $10
Class & Practica: $15 or $10 for university students w/ID
Practice only $10
Classes will be provided by your local Instructor (David Lamine) and assistants (Robyn, Becky) and occasionally by some out of town and International Instructors.
Please help to spread the word and let’s continue to build this beautiful community ✨💗✨

Experienced Beginners Modern Bachata Combinations
2024-03-18 19:15 - 20:15, 2024-03-11 19:15 - 20:15, 2024-03-04 19:15 - 20:15 UTC | Fishermen’s Wharf, 1 Dallas Road, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Focus on adding flair and technique with moves to wow your partner on the dance floor!
Dates: March 4th – 25th
Mondays, 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM
Price: $60 for 4 weeks
Instructor: Ali Jorgensen and Aaron Dyer

Ladies Sensual Bachata Styling
2024-03-18 18:15 - 19:15, 2024-03-11 18:15 - 19:15, 2024-03-04 18:15 - 19:15 UTC | Fishermen’s Wharf, 1 Dallas Road, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
This is an 8-week series with an optional performance opportunity.
Dates: March 4th – 25th & April 8th – 29th
Mondays, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
Early Bird Price: $160 until Feb 20th (register before the price goes up!) Prorated options available if you can only attend classes in March.
Instructor: Ali Jorgensen

Beginner Urban Kizomba
2024-03-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-04 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Fishermen’s Wharf, 1 Dallas Road, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Introduction to the fundamentals of Urban Kizomba. Start to explore body mechanics and learn how to connect with your partner. Get festival ready!!
Dates: March 4th – 25th
Mondays, 8:15 PM – 9:15 PM
Price: $60 for 4 weeks
Instructors: Ali Jorgensen and Chris Weech

Victoria Kizomba Social: Winter Series
2024-03-09 20:30 - 23:30, 2024-02-24 20:30 - 23:30 UTC | Ukranian Cultural Centre, 3277 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Z 3K9, Canada
Another Season, another series of kizomba events coming up. Join the island vibe this Saturday. Great music, great energy, great atmosphere.
Urban Kiz class starts at 8:30pm, followed by the night social.
Cover: $10, cash only.
“Dance with your heart. your feet will follow”

Victoria Kizomba Social: Fall Series
2023-12-23 20:30 - 23:30, 2023-12-09 20:30 - 23:30 UTC | Ukranian Cultural Centre, 3277 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Z 3K9, Canada
Another Season, another series of kizomba events coming up. Join the island vibe this Saturday. Great music, great energy, great atmosphere. Happens every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month!
Urban Kiz class starts at 8:30pm, followed by the night social.
Cover: $10, cash only.
“Dance with your heart. your feet will follow”

Afro Kizz Me Festival
2023-10-06 20:00 - 2023-10-09 21:30 UTC | Evergreen Community Spaces, 1709 8 Ave NE #2, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 0S9, Canada
Afro-Kizz Me Festival 1st Edition happening on October 6-9 2023
This is going to be the first Kizomba festival in Alberta! And will feature ….
European artists + NA artists + an appreciation for our Canadian local artists.

15hrs of dance party which includes Day social
11hrs of workshops which includes 1hr Q & A Session with the artists
VENUE is 14min from the airport. Evergreen Community SPACES
1709 8 Ave NE #2, Calgary, AB T2E 0S9

Workshop & Night Party Info
Friday October 6

Registration & Set-up : 9:00pm
Workshops from 9:30pm to 10:30pm
Night Party from 10:30pm to 3:30am

Saturday October 7

Registration & Set-up : 11:30am
Workshops from 12:00pm to 6:00pm includes Q & A 1hr session
Registration : 10:00pm
Night Party- 10:30pm to 3:30am

Sunday October 8

Workshops from 12:00pm to 5:15pm
Sunday Day Social Party : 5:30pm to 10:30pm

HOTELS near the venues (From closest to farthest)
HOLIDAY INN CALGARY Airport, an IHG Hotel (3min drive or 14min walk to and from venue) 1250 McKinnon Dr NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7T7
Tel: (403) 230-1999
1-2 QUEEN BEDS from $103-$145 per night depending if you want breakfast included or not
BEST WESTERN Airport Inn
(4min drive or 22min walk to and from the venue )
1947 18 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7T8 Tel : (403) 250-5015
1 QUEEN BED from $113 – $143 per night
2 QUEEN BEDS from $123 – $156 per night
FOUR POINTS SHERATON Calgary Airport (6-7min drive or 42min walk to and from the venue)
2875 Sunridge Way NE, Calgary, AB T1Y 7K7
Tel: (403) 648-3180
1-2 QUEEN BEDS from $120- $185 per night
DAYS INN by Wyndham Calgary Airport (6-7min drive or 40min walk to and from the venue)
2799 Sunridge Way NE, Calgary, AB T1Y 7K7
Tel: (403) 250-3297
1-2 QUEEN BEDS from $110 – $135
BEST WESTERN PREMIER Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre (9min drive or 45min walk to and from venue
1316 33 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6B6
Tel: (403) 248-8888
1-2 QUEEN BEDS from $115 – $299 a night
STAY TUNED for Artist & DJ Line-ups and be a part of the experience!
