Cuban Folklore Classes in Barcelona

Cuban Folklore is the set of traditional Cuban dances with African roots. It includes ritual dances to the Orishas (Santería), dances of Yoruba, Congo, Arará origin, as well as Rumba in its different variants (Guaguancó, Yambú, Columbia). It is the foundation from which all Cuban salsa emerges.

You do not need any prior experience. Our classes are designed to welcome all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced dancers who want to deepen their roots.

Cuban folklore has its origin in Afro-Cuban religious traditions (Santería, Palo, etc.), but in our classes, we teach it as an artistic and cultural discipline. You learn the movements and their historical-cultural meaning, without any mandatory religious component.

The Orishas are the deities of the Yoruba religion syncretized in Cuba. Each one has their own characteristic dance: Eleguá (the messenger), Ochún (sensuality), Yemayá (the sea), Changó (fire), Obatalá (peace), among others. You will learn the specific movements of each one.

Folklore is the root of Cuban salsa. By learning folklore, you will develop better musical interpretation, more authentic body expression, body isolation, and deep understanding of percussion. All of this translates directly into richer and more authentic salsa dancing.

Comfortable, light clothing that allows freedom of movement, especially in hips and torso. You can use clean studio shoes or dance barefoot if you prefer. Bring a towel and water because it is intense training.

Cuban folklore is for everyone. In fact, many dances to the Orishas have very powerful masculine versions (like Changó or Ogún). Men and women are welcome in all our classes.

Yes. We offer a welcome class so you can experience our methodology without commitment. Book your spot by clicking the "Discover How to Start" button on this page.

Yes. We organize our annual gala where students can showcase what they've learned in a professional theater. We also hold workshops with guest masters and participate in cultural events in the city.

We are at Calle Entença 100, 08015 Barcelona (5 min from Plaza España and Sants).

📞 Phone: +34 622 247 085
📧 Email: info@farrayscenter.com
🌐 Web: www.farrayscenter.com/en/contacto

Afro Cuban is the term that encompasses all Cuban dances with African roots. Cuban Folklore includes Afro Cuban plus other expressions like Rumba and Comparsa dances. In our Folklore classes you will learn both aspects: the Afro dances to the Orishas (Eleguá, Changó, Yemayá, Ochún) and the more festive manifestations like Rumba.

Yes. Afro Cuban is the most authentic way to connect with African dances in Barcelona. Our movements come directly from Yoruba, Congo, and Bantu traditions that arrived in Cuba with African slaves. If you are looking for African dance classes, Afro Cuban offers that connection with authentic roots plus the rhythmic richness of the Caribbean.

Afro Cuban is based on Yoruba and Congo ritual dances adapted in Cuba (16th-19th centuries). Afrobeat is a Nigerian musical genre from the 70s with its own dance. Afro Contemporary fuses African techniques with modern contemporary dance. At Farray's we offer all three disciplines, but Afro Cuban is the one that connects with the oldest roots and salsa.

Absolutely. Afro Cuban is the foundation of Cuban salsa, son, timba, and many Latin rhythms. By learning the gestures of the Orishas, the polyrhythm of batá drums, and African body dissociation, your dancing in any Latin style will improve significantly. Many salsa dancers come to our Afro classes to deepen their practice.