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MN based West African Drum & Dance Company offering performances, classes & school residencies. Community dance class every Saturday check 🔗 in bio

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🌍🇬🇳 GUINEA: A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE 🇬🇳🥁💃🏾
Join us in Guinea December 26 – January 10 for an unforgettable two-week cultural immersion hosted by Fodé Bangoura.

🥁 Train with master artists through daily drum & dance classes (drum classes taught by Fode, Bangaly & Mohammed Bangoura- Dance classes taught by members of Les Mervielles De Guinee) 🔥 Experience powerful doun dounba celebrations 🎶 Witness incredible live performances 🛍️ Explore vibrant local markets 🍲 Enjoy authentic Guinean cuisine prepared fresh each day 🤝 Connect with the people, culture, and traditions of Guinea ✨ End the journey with an amazing performance by Les Merveilles de Guinée on January 9 at Centre Culturel Franco

Whether you’re a seasoned drummer or dancer or simply passionate about West African culture, this journey is designed to take you deeper—both in your training and your understanding of the culture.

TRIP INCLUDES: 🏠 Lodging 🍽️ 3 meals per day 🥁💃🏾 Drum & dance classes Monday–Friday
NOT INCLUDED: ✈️ Flights 🚐 Some transportation 🍴 Additional meals/snacks 🥁 Private lessons

Come learn. Come connect. Come experience Guinea. 🇬🇳❤️
December 26 – January 10 Hosted by Fodé Bangoura

📩 Message us for more information and to reserve your spot!

#Guinea #WestAfricanCulture #AfricanDance #AfricanDrumming #WestAfricanDance by @duniyamn

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Just received the official video of our performance at Black Excellence Night at the @minnesotalynx game. Such a great time and they just keep winning 🏆 taken in Target Center by @duniyamn

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Youssouf’s solo at the end of his 3 day workshop with us. Such a great weekend 🤩 by @duniyamn

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👀 A peek into our weekly Community West African Dance Class. Class is open to all dance experience levels and everyone is welcome.
Join Us!
Every Saturday 12:30-2pm
Center For Performing Arts
3754 PleasantAve. S Minneapolis
$19/ class (discount class cards available for purchase at class)

#africandance #africandrumming #minneapolisevents #minneapolisdance taken in Center for Performing Arts by @duniyamn

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A little clip from the interview with Youssouf Koumbassa about working with Sana and choreographing Soko and Doundounba for his Solo dance performance by @duniyamn

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💃🏻 Saturday African Dance w/ Sana Bangoura
12:30 - 2pm ($19)
Center for Performing Arts 3754 Pleasant Ave. S

Meet us on the dance floor every Saturday for a high energy class that is open to all dance levels taken in Center for Performing Arts by @duniyamn

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A little recap of Day 2 with Youssouf Koumbassa 😍
Sunday is his last day! Let’s show up and show out

Sunday 12:30 - 2pm ($25)
Center for Performing Arts
3754 PleasantAve. S Minneapolis taken in Center for Performing Arts by @duniyamn

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Youssouf giving Aboubacar the sound check…. No pressure 😰 by @duniyamn

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Fridays class was 🔥 Don’t miss Saturday & Sunday with Youssouf Koumbassa 👑

Sat. & Sun. 12:30-2pm Center for Performing Arts 3754 Pleasant Ave. S ($25/class) taken in Center for Performing Arts by @duniyamn

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Let’s Go! Drop-in to any class. See you on the dance floor 💃🏻 $25/class taken in Center for Performing Arts by @duniyamn

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Last Day to save a little 💰 on Youssouf’s workshop. See below for details

Friday Sept. 25th 6:30-8pm
Saturday Sept. 26th 12:30-2pm
Sunday Sept. 27th 12:30-2pm
Location:
Center For Performing Arts
3754 Pleasant Ave. S Minneapolis
Pre-Reg Discounts thru 9/23:
3 classes $65
2 classes $45
Single class & drop-in $25/class

Pay/Register
Venmo @DuniyaMN
CashApp $DuniyaDrumandDance
Zelle 651-338-5409 taken in Center for Performing Arts by @duniyamn

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‼️ This FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
👑 Youssouf Koumbassa will be teaching 3 master classes in traditional West African dance for all levels. All classes accompanied by 🔥 live drumming

Friday Sept. 25th 6:30-8pm
Saturday Sept. 26th 12:30-2pm
Sunday Sept. 27th 12:30-2pm

Location:
Center For Performing Arts
3754 Pleasant Ave. S Minneapolis

Pre-Reg Discounts thru 9/23:
3 classes $65
2 classes $45
Single class & drop-in $25/class

Pay/Register
Venmo @DuniyaMN
CashApp $DuniyaDrumandDance
Zelle 651-338-5409

Message us with any questions

Youssouf Koumbassa is widely regarded as one of the world’s most sought- after teachers of Guinea-style African dance. Born in Conakry, Guinea, Koumbassa began his professional career as a principal dancer with Ballets Djoliba, one of the country’s most important national dance companies, where he performed for 13 years.
His work blends traditional West African Mande Rhythms with contemporary performance, and he is known for his ability to transmit both the technical mastery and cultural depth of Guinea’s dance heritage. Through his performances, recordings, and teaching, Koumbassa continues to preserve and promote the artistry of Guinea-style African dance for new generations.

#westafricandance #minneapolisevents #africandance #westafricandrumming #guinea taken in Center for Performing Arts by @duniyamn

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