Kizomba Dance is among the most recent forms of dance that was created in the late 1970s. This style of dance got its recognition across the world in recent years. There are a total of 30 techniques on which one can perform Kizomba. Kizomba in ‘Bantu Language’ means ‘party’ which is spoken by Ambundu in Angola. Kizomba is also used as an umbrella expression that involves many other forms of dance including the original dance form.
Kizomba is a duet form of dance thus requires an immense amount of coordination among the couple. In Kizomba dance, the torso and right arm of the leader guide the partner across the dance floor. It is the objective to synchronize consummately as a team with the music and express it through rich footwork, smooth body development, and disposition, called Ginga (for ladies) and Banga (for men). Kizomba is performed on slow, romantic, and more sensuous music that is influenced by a fusion of Semba, Angolan Merengue, Kilapanga form of music.
Origin of Kizomba Dance
The origin of kizomba can be traced to late-1970s Africa, specifically in Ambundu in Angola. During those days kizomba was performed in family or friend gatherings at home or any social events.
Kizomba dance has evolved itself from semba dance that was performed in Angola during the 1950s. Not only Semba Dance, but kizomba is also a blend of Kilapanda and Angolan Merengue dance. Kizomba dance is performed on Kizomba music that is generally sung in Portuguese language. Kizomba dance form is slow, requires insistent steps, and frequent hip rotations that need greater flexibility of the knees and the lower part of the body.
Origin of Kizomba Dance
Though being one of the recent forms of dance, Kizomba has gained popularity in the past decades across the globe. It is quite popular in the regions like Angola, Guinea-Bissau, Brazil, Cape Verde, Mozambique, Portugal, Macau, Sao Tome. In recent times it has also marked its presence in Europe, Asia, and the United States.
Due to the influence of Portuguese songs, Kizomba has gained popularity in Spain. Famous dancers like Jose N Dongala (Founder of Kizombalove Academy) and Mestre Petchu (founder of the Tradicional Kilandukilu Ballet) have been the key influencers of the Kizomba dance who popularized Angolan Cultural values in Africa, America, and Canda.
Different Styles of Kizomba
- Kizomba Genre has three principal dance styles, Traditional Kizomba, Kiz Fusion, and Urban Kiz where each dance form relies upon the couple where one leads the performance and the partner follows. A perfect Kizomba dance requires a consistent flow of energy and coordination among the couple.
- Kizomba, otherwise called Traditional Kizomba, is the most physically associated form of dance style. It is an extremely grounded dance, with each progression being weighted on the ground with a level foot.
- While the Kiz Fusion requires coordination, connection, weight move, and key developments of Kizomba. In Kiz Fusion artists can play with the music’s mood and add new moves from different styles of dance. This form of Kizomba is also influenced by Hip Hop, Semba, Bachata, Tango, and Salsa.
- And lastly, UrbanKiz utilizes distinctive weight move that makes it feel extraordinary. The connection between the couple is as yet the ruler element of the dance and the progression of the energy between the duet is similarly fundamental, permitting an alternate vibe from that of Kiz Fusion and Kizomba.
Kizomba Classes at ILSA
At ILSA we provide you with a complete guide to Kizomba dance style. You will learn all the tips and techniques to expertise your skills. Both couples and single entries are allowed. We provide different sessions for different levels of dancers.
At ILSA you will be trained by professional dancers and trainers who will guide you through your course and will deliver you all the required technicalities required to excel in Kizomba dance. Not only that, but we also provide Professional Training for different international and national dance competitions.
During this pandemic, we are also conducting online classes. So don’t let your dreams be affected, join ILSA to explore your passion.
Benefits of Kizomba
Kizomba is a slow form of dance, thus you can perform for a long time without getting exhausted that in return makes you work on your body for a longer instance leading you toward healthy physic.
Kizomba can be your stress reliever, it offers some of the exhilarating and special moments which can de-stress you in many ways.
Kizomba is a couple form of dance and it requires in-depth connection and coordination with your partner to perform it smoothly, thus can ignite a spark in your relationship.
By enrolling in ILSA Kizomba classes, you don’t just will meet new people, yet you likewise will accomplish something that is solid and will undoubtedly bring heaps of fun too.