Samba Dance Classes with Luy Cortes

EducArte’s weekly samba classes introduce students to one of Brazil’s most energetic and recognizable dance styles. Led by Brazilian performer, choreographer, and instructor Luy Cortes, the sessions cover samba fundamentals such as footwork, body isolations, hip work, technique, groove, and choreography. Participants may also prepare to perform samba with a live music ensemble.

The class welcomes beginners, advanced dancers, semi-professionals, and dance instructors, and no audition is required. Cortes has more than 15 years of professional experience and has performed at weddings, corporate galas, cultural festivals, parades, Carnival events, and community celebrations around the world. She is the founder and director of Samba Passion, has created and taught choreography for dancers at all levels, and has taught at the University of Maryland, College Park, and other dance studios.

When: September 8–December 8, 2026.

Showtimes: The page lists classes from 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays, October 13, October 20, and October 27; November 3, November 10, and November 17; and December 1 and December 8, 2026.

Instructor: Luy Cortes.

Class content: Samba technique and groove, footwork, body isolations, hip work, and new choreography.

Experience level: All levels are welcome, from beginners through advanced dancers, semi-professionals, and dance instructors. No auditions are required.

Tickets: Price not available.

Venue: The JaM Space, 12009 Nebel St., Rockville, MD 20852.

Accessibility: Accessibility information is not currently available for this event.

Contact: EducArte can be reached at (202) 450-8541 or educarte@educarteinc.org.

Website: https://www.educarteinc.org/product/brazilian-samba-dance-class-tuesdays...