About Us
OUR MISSION
First, we provide a safe, welcoming, and communal, short term living space for traveling dancers who come to Brazil to deepen their connection with Brazilian zouk. We believe that shared experiences, cultural exchange, and the rhythm of daily life are justice vital to growth as time on the dance floor.
Second, we are dedicated to uplifting Brazil’s vibrant, artistic community by supporting and promoting emerging local talents, helping their work and voices reach far beyond our borders through community, movement, and mutual support, Zouk house is a home where dancers and artists can grow, connect, and shine
Your Host
April
April will be your host during your stay. She started Zouk House in Feb 2023 with the intention of providing a "home away from home" experience for traveling zoukers to feel safe and comfortable while exploring the culture of Brazil and expanding in their knowledge and skills of Brazilian Zouk.
April has been hosting and organizing Zouk events for several years on the Big Island of Hawaii until she moved to Sao Paulo, Brazil in April 2022.
Private Zouk Lessons
We provide you with a spreadsheet of local dance instructors, once you finalize your booking, to ensure we help find the right fit for you in your dance style and Zouk growth journey!
In addition, we have two Zouk House instructors available to guests for private lessons, Rodrigo and Alessandra. Both instructors have many years of experience and knowledge to share with you. They have package deals available and special prices for Zouk House guests!
Please contact them for further information regarding package deals and scheduling.
Rodrigo Andrade Machado - @rodrigowave.zouk
WhatsApp: +55 11 98249-4079Alessandra Tavares - @aletavares.dance
WhatsApp: +55 11 95552-1712
Our Neighborhood
Zouk House is nestled in a safe, walkable neighborhood surrounded by all the essentials.
With a police station right on the corner and nightly security patrols from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., you can feel at ease coming and going.
Grocery stores are just a short 10-minute walk away, and you’ll find plenty of restaurants and snack spots nearby!
We also have a weekly farmer's market directly in front of the house every Friday from 7am to 1pm to get all the fresh foods your heart desires!