January 23rd - February 2nd, 2026

Rio Samba Immersion Program 2026

We are thrilled to introduce an exclusive opportunity to dive deep into the heart of Rio de Janeiro's vibrant samba culture. Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime immersive experience designed for passionate dancers like you!

✓ Intimate & Intensive Dance Classes: Train with Rio's top directors of Passistas, samba dancers and choreographers in a series of guided classes tailored to elevate your skills and understanding of samba.

✓ This year we will be creating two groups (eg. beginner/intermediate and advanced) to tailor classes to your experience so you can get even more out of the experience

✓ Exclusive Excursions:

• Quadras School Nights: Experience the electrifying atmosphere of several traditional samba schools in Rio.

• Cidade do Samba Tour: Get a behind-the-scenes look at where the magic of Carnival comes to life, from the creation of costumes to the stunning floats.

• Dance Workshops: Dive into the rhythms of samba with more than 10 dance classes. From traditional popular dances of brazil to Samba, you will truly get a profound exposure to the culture.

• Ensaio de Rua Outings: Immerse yourself in Rio's samba culture with street rehearsals, where you'll witness the exhilarating energy of a samba school parading through the streets as they gear up for Carnaval.

✨ This year we are offering a 10 day immersion, allowing for more time to train yet also rest and enjoy Rio in between classes

✨Accommodations in a stunning home in Santa Teresa neighborhood, complete with your own private pool!

Limited spots available