Events

Wednesday 7 May 2025
Forró Workshop with Rafael Wilker from Minas Gerais, Brazil

A unique opportunity to learn Forró with a top Brazilian teacher!

Experience the magic of Forró with Brazilian dance teacher Rafael Wilker, who has traveled the world sharing his passion, technique, and unique approach to movement. He’s in town just for 1 day, this is your chance to learn directly from a true expert.*

In these workshops, Rafael will break down Forró in a fun, welcoming, and easy-to-follow way – perfect for beginners and dancers looking to refine their basics. Want to dive deeper? Join both classes for a more immersive bootcamp-style experience, or choose the level that suits you best.
Stay for the social dancing to put your new skills in action on the dance floor.
Don’t miss out—come dance, learn, and enjoy the magic of Forró!

*If you’re interested in booking a private class (individual or couple) with Rafael while he’s in Nijmegen, reach out to Forró Nimma to help you coordinate.

✨ Workshop schedule
18:45 | Doors open & Welcome
19:00 | Workshop 1: Forró Basics – Beginners level
20:00 | Workshop 2: Continuation – Open level class
21:00 | Free dancing & socializing

📍 Location: De Schakel, Archimedesstraat 9, 6533 MA Nijmegen Zuid, Netherlands
(Bus 6 from the city center drops you off very close)
📅 Date: Wednesday 7 May 2025
🎟️ Tickets: Click the Book Now button to secure your spot – this is a class you don’t want to miss!
🕺 There’s no need to bring a dance partner, we’ll switch and dance with everyone.

✨ Who is teaching?
Rafael’s dance journey began in 2009, and over the years, he has immersed himself in various styles – Samba, Bolero, Zouk, West Coast Swing, Bachata, Tango and Salsa – all to refine his technique and bring even more depth to his true passion: Forró!
He has led numerous workshops and participated in forró festivals all across the globe.

Rafael built a reputation for bringing technical expertise and clarity to dance—introducing fresh techniques, seamless fluidity, creative figures, and movements that explore dynamism and sensory expression. He also became known for his strong musicality and improvisation skills. His classes are always lively and fun, but more importantly, they carry a deeper purpose. For him, dance isn’t just entertainment—it’s something bigger, something powerful. It heals, uplifts, and transforms lives (a true form of therapy).

✨ Why join us?
🤍 Experience Brazil’s most joyful dance. Learn playful, energetic steps and immerse yourself in rhythmic accordion music.
🤍 Meet and connect with fellow dance enthusiasts in the international fast growing forró community.
🤍 Enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere where everyone can dance and share the joy.

✨About forró
Forró is a vibrant and joyful partner dance originating from the northeastern region of Brazil. It’s danced to the rhythmic beats of forró music, which blends accordion, zabumba, and triangle to create a captivating and energetic sound. The dance itself is all about connection, with close partner moves that make it easy to learn and incredibly fun to dance. Forró is sure to bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart!
Let’s enjoy, connect and feel the energy of the vibrant Brazilian partner dance. We are looking forward dancing with you! 

✨Forró in Nijmegen
A community of ‘forrozeiros’ is forming in Nijmegen, and we’re very excited to spread our passion for forró through these events! If you’d like to learn more, feel free to get in touch with us. ✨