Training for
General Public
At Zab Maboungou | Compagnie Danse Nyata Nyata, movement is regarded as a rhythmic structure in which an infinity of breaths alternate. Rhythms allow us to focus on body parts. This requires extreme rhythmic precision in movement, combined with relaxation and fluidity of the body.
While exploring the rhythmic cultures of Africa (in particular, Central Africa), you will be guided to exercise your breathing and develop your strength and flexibility. From footsteps to running, from breaking points to undulation, from stomping to leaping, you will learn some fundamental principles and techniques of the art of dance: posture and alignment, weight transfers, multidirectional planes (articulated bodies, movement and energy, etc.)
Aspects of choreographic work will be examined: analysis of movement, space and musicality, movement and progression, creation of a rhythmic context.
Rates
We offer various types of rates:
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General Public rate: for all
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Student rate: for people who are studying
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Pro rate: for people working on the professional artistic scene
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Drop-in - 30.00 CAD : Rypada Beginner, all Repertoire classes - only after contacting us by telephone at 514 849 9781 or by email .
WINTER SESSION
January 19 to March 28, 2026
15% discount until January 29 !
RHYTHM, POSTURE AND ALIGNMENT FOR DANCE (RYPADA)
BEGINNER RYPADA
THURSDAY - 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Teacher: Mariya Moneva
General public: $250 $215
Student: $230 $200
Pro: $210 $180
ADVANCED RYPADA
TUESDAY - 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Teacher: Zab Maboungou
General public*: $310 $265
Student*: $280 $240
Pro*: $250 $215
*N.B. This class is reserved for students admitted to PEFAPDA and for professionals outside the program. For registration and/or questions, contact us at (514) 849-9781.
REPERTOIRE CLASSES
Particular aspect of rhythm and movement of a rhythmic culture based on the specificity of African traditions. Basic vocabulary with emphasis on the principles of progression (weight, breath, fall, progression).
FUNDAMENTAL CLASS/HAITI
WEDNESDAY - 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Teacher: Cindy Belotte
General Public: $280 $240
Students: $265 $225
Pros: $230 $200
HIP HOP/HOUSE REPERTOIRE
THURSDAY - 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Teacher: DAZL
General Public: $280 $240
Students: $265 $225
Pros: $230 $200
AFRO-CUBAN REPERTOIRE
Classes begin in MARCH! More details to come.
MONDAY and FRIDAY - 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Teacher: Julio Hong
General Public: $300 $255
Students: $270 $230
Pros: $230 $200
IVORY COAST REPERTOIRE
Not offered this session.
Teacher: Zaly Gbale
DRUMS, VOICES, AND PERCUSSION
Voices, rhythms, drums, orchestration and improvisation.
RHYTHM AND VOICE (DRUM CLASS)
MONDAY - 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Teacher: Elli Miller Maboungou
General Public*: $350 300$
Students*: $320 $275
Pros: $300 $255
*N.B. This class is reserved for students admitted to PEFAPDA and for professionals outside the program. For registration and/or questions, contact us at (514) 849-9781.
ADVANCED CLASS
Traditional space and contemporary approach.
SATURDAY - 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Teacher: Zab Maboungou
General public*: $380 $325
Student*: $365 $310
Pro*: $330 $280
*N.B. This class is reserved for students admitted to PEFAPDA and for professionals outside the program. For registration and/or questions, contact us at (514) 849-9781.
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OTHER PRACTICAL LESSONS
PILATES
FRIDAY - 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Teacher: Katie Ward
General Public*: $250 $215
Students*: $200 $170
Pros: $180 $155
CAPOEIRA
Not offered this session.
Teacher: Fabrice Koffy
*N.B. This class is reserved for students admitted to PEFAPDA and for professionals outside the program. For registration and/or questions, contact us at (514) 849-9781.
