THE PASSISTA TRAINING PROGRAM
JuntaSamba's Passista Training program is a semi-professional immersion like you’ve never seen before. Over 14 weeks, immerse yourself in training sessions held twice a week, totaling 3.5 hours of weekly engagement focused on mastering technique in heels, building confidence, refining improvisation skills, and learning choreography. Designed for aspiring Samba performers, this intimate group experience culminates in a chance to showcase your talents at a festival and dance show in Toronto. Train like a Passista in Rio de Janeiro and gain valuable knowledge on becoming a professional Samba dancer!
This is for you if you are at an intermediate level or beyond in Samba
Limited Spots : Only 10 spots available! Secure your spot today !
14-week Passista Program runs from April 16th until July 25th!
Tuesday’s → Elevate & Empower !🕺
7:00pm to 9:00pm at Cas public, 5333 Av. Casgrain suite 1107
Thursday’s → Technique in Heels !💃
7:30pm to 9:00pm at Studio de Danse Rabaterapia 4010 Sainte-Catherine St W Suite 260
Pricing → 14-week session : $850 Early Bird (Until the 8th of April)
$980 Regular Price
Payment plans now available!
📆 Note: No classes on July 2nd and 4th!
Performance options:
Choose to perform in Toronto at Salsa on St-Clair on July 6th & 7th
And/ Or Perform at Lula Lounge in Toronto on July 30th with JuntaSamba x Dance Migration
Scroll for what you can expect + payment plan details!
What to expect :
This is for you if you are at an intermediate level or beyond in Samba
- Weekly commitment: 3.5 hours of Samba training spread across 2 classes.
- 14-week program focused on personal growth for each dancer.
- Intimate group setting (limit of 10 people)
- A 3-hour informative Zoom meeting discussing the journey to becoming a professional artist and the realities of being a professional Samba dancer in Canada and Brazil.
- Weekly class dedicated to improvisation, choreography learning, and body conditioning, mirroring training methods of Passistas in Rio.
- Weekly class focused on mastering Samba technique in high heels.
- Performance opportunities at prestigious events like the Toronto Salsa on St-Clair Festival and at Toronto's Lula Lounge with Dance Migration.
- In-studio classes until the end of May, transitioning to outdoor sessions for Elevate & Empower classes.
- In-studio classes until the end of the session for Technique in Heels.
- Purchase of a Passista dress (Brazilian-made) at your expense ($200 to $300).
- Optional purchase of Samba high heels from Rio.
- Personalized coaching provided by Rapha during classes.
- Access to a WhatsApp support group for ongoing assistance and community connection.
- Small additional fee to perform in Toronto.
- Contract Agreement. Dancers will sign a contract clarifying program expectations, ensuring mutual understanding and commitment.
- Goal Declaration! Dancers will provide a brief letter detailing their reasons for joining and personal goals, guiding the program towards individualized growth and development.
Payment Plan Options:
For Early Bird $850
- Pay $200 to secure your spot
- Pay $216.70 on May 15th
- Pay $216.70 on June 15th
- Pay $216.70 on July 15th
*an email will be sent with more details on how to pay for your 2nd instalment
For Regular Price $980
- Pay $245 to secure your spot
- Pay $245 on May 15th
- Pay $245 on June 15th
- Pay $245 on July 15th
*an email will be sent with more details on how to pay for your 2nd instalment