The SAKAD Weekender is SA’s 4th Kizomba & Afro Dance Festival, hosted in Adelaide 12th-14th of March 2021. Learn & Experience this great venture of dance. Two full days of workshops, three nights of parties, plus more… Exceptional International & local teachers, with emphasis on connection & Interaction for everyone.

Adelaide …… Here we go:

The mother dance festival of all festivals is starting!

Taking the lead, setting the pace, creating the vibration and movement of rhythmic energy.

The leading edge of dance and music from its ancient roots in Africa.

Authentic.    Real.    Powerful.

Its aim, to inspire, educate and unite all who seek more in life.

We invite you to experience the spiritual connection of dance movement, and music where we connect as one.

It is time for the Afro connection!

Introducing the POWER of:

Semba,  Kizomba,  Tarraxinha,  Ginga,  Banga,  Kuduro,  Tribal Dance,  Afro Beats,  Drumming + more…

Come LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE and experience The SAKAD Festival, a Member of African dance culture in Australia.

The SAKAD Family would like to invite you to the 2020/21 South Australian Kizomba & Afro Dance Festival. (The WEEKENDER Edition)

Happening from the 12th – 14th of March, 2021.

Join us for an amazing three nights and two days filled with dance, music, laughter, friendship and the common goal of immersing oneself in the bliss of growth through education, knowledge and experience. All for the LOVE of DANCE!

Our 4th Edition promises to be lot’s of fun, but still inline with the boutique experience and world class lineup. Workshop attendee numbers are capped, to allow for a quality teacher to student interaction and experience

Our aim is to Grow the Kizomba and Afro Dance scene in Adelaide plus be a part of its growth in Australia and Overseas. We also aim to raise awareness and funds for MND (Motor Neurone Disease), a cause close to our hearts and the reason the festival came to fruition.

Join in and be a part of the Festival with Heart!

INFORMATION:

VENUE:

DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL The 2020/21 SAKAD Festival will RE LOCATE back to the CBD at:

THE ADELAIDE ROWING CLUB, 1 Festival Drive, Adelaide, SA, 5000.

A beautiful venue and where we held our first ever SAKAD Festival in 2017.

All Workshops will be held at:

THE ADELAIDE ROWING CLUB, 1 Festival Drive, Adelaide, SA, 5000.

FRIDAY PARTY AT:

@ WAKANDA PLACE, 258 Hindley St, Adelaide, SA, 5000

SATURDAY & SUNDAY NIGHT  PARTIES AT:

THE ADELAIDE ROWING CLUB, 1 Festival Drive, Adelaide, SA, 5000.

ABOUT THE VENUE:

The Adelaide Rowing Club Function Centre is situated on the Southern Bank of the Torrens Lake (between Morphett Street & King William Street), immediately behind the Convention Centre.

The Clubroom, which is on the first level of the boathouse, commands sweeping views from the Morphett St bridge and Memorial Drive, across to Adelaide Oval to Elder Park, King William St and the Festival Theatre.

Being an active sports club founded in 1882, the clubroom reflects its rich history, with many original photographs dating from the late 1880’s to the present day. Many of the Club’s trophies are on display, some adorning the walls alongside the Club’s ornate “Honour rolls” and its lists of past office bearers.

It is a room full of traditional character, with highlights provided by wood panelling and exposed wooden beams, plus there is a large balcony for outdoor dancing or if you just want to take in the city lights and scenery.

HOTEL ACCOMODATION:

SAKAD RECOMMENDS ADELAIDE PARINGA HOTEL

Adelaide Paringa is the best value hotel in Adelaide and located in a heritage-listed building right in the heart of The CBD. We offer free Wifi in all our spacious and comfortable rooms and our ‘famously friendly’ staff will make sure you have the most enjoyable stay possible.

*Adelaide Paringa is just a 10-minute walk to the Festival Venue, 5-minute walk from the famous Sky City Casino, Rundle Mall and a huge variety of restaurants. It is also within a 10-minute walk of both Adelaide Oval and Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide International Airport is only a 15-minute drive away.

PLEASE CONTACT FESTIVAL ORGANISER OR THE TEACHERS YOU ARE TRAVELLING WITH FOR DISCOUNT OFFER ON ACCOMMODATION

INTRODUCING:

⭐ARTISTS:

💃🏼 Andrea Fernandez (Darwin)

🕺🏽 Dilhan Hewa (Brisbane)

🕺🏽💃🏼 Claudia & Kudzi (Sydney)

💃🏼 Susan Kizomba (Sydney)

💃🏼 MTR The Artist (Adelaide)

🕺🏽 Jason C White

🕺🏽💃🏼 Jean-Marc Agbogba / Sun of Africa (Adelaide)

🕺🏽 Carlos Betancourt Hernandez (Adelaide)

🕺🏽 Rob SaborSon

💃🏼 Amie O’Neill (Adelaide)

💃🏼 Lynley Gladdis

🕺🏽💃🏼 Cubalia Afro-Cuban Dance School

🎶 MUSIC: 

DJ’S

🎧 DJ Mousai (Sydney)

🎧 DJ Alex B (Adelaide)

🎧 DJ JIM (Adelaide)

🎧 DJ B-Roc

SCHEDULE:

Friday 12/3/2021: Welcome Party from 8:30pm.

African BBQ Dinner is available to purchase. Not included in party pass.

Dress Code: 👠 ‘DASHIKI GLAM’ 💋

Saturday 13/3/2021: Workshops from 10:00am – Registration from 9:30am.

Compulsory Registration Forms to be filled before workshops commence.

Pre Party VIP Dinner from 8:00pm  (Exclusively for Artists and Full Pass holders).

Party & Dance Peformances from 9:30pm (includes night pass holders).

Dress code: 🎉 ‘SUMMER BRIGHT’S’ 🎉

Sunday 14/3/2021: Workshops from 11:00am – Registration from 10:30am.

Kizomba Workshop w/ Guest Artists Dilhan & Amie
+ Closing Party & DARE 2 DANCE (D2D) Challenge from 9:00pm.

Dress Code: ⛵ ‘NAUTICAL’ 🚤

PLEASE NOTE TIMES AND SCHEDULES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

TIMETABLE:

Click Here to Download the Workshop Timetable

TICKETS / PRICES:

FULL PASS (Friday/Saturday/Sunday all inclusive)

1st Release: $199 ends 31/10/20 Includes accommodation, Food, all workshops and Parties (Excludes meals away from Campsite)

2nd Release: $229

3rd Release: $259

Single Day Pass (Workshops only): $140

NIGHT PASS

3 Night Party Pass (Friday/Saturday/Sunday): $75

Friday Night Pass: $30

Saturday Night Pass: $35

Sunday Night Pass: $25

TEE SHIRTS: $35
PLEASE MESSAGE ORGANISER WITH YOUR SIZE ONCE YOU HAVE MADE YOUR PURCHASE.

Click Here For Festival Tickets

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