Planning on coming to the event? First thing's first~ bookmark your Welcome Packet!

When did Brazilian Zouk begin? Brazilian Zouk is one of the newest partner social dances - it originated in the 1980s; so y'all are part of history in the making, how cool is that?? 😍

What is a Brazilian Zouk weekender? A weekender typically features a guest artist from out-of state, nationally or internationally, and consists of workshops, praticas, community gatherings, & social dancing 🥰 It's the chance to connect with others and yourself, and to be immersed in Brazilian Zouk for a whole weekend. There's nothing quite like it 💛💚💙

I won't be able to attend all the whole thing, can I attend only part of the event? Yes! We hope you'll join us in whatever capacity your time and schedule allows.

I want to be there, but I can't afford the whole sum right at once? We understand! Opt for our deposit option at registration~ pay 50% today towards any pass with workshops and the remaining 50% will be automatically deducted from the original form of payment on June 6th, 2025. (If this timeframe is not possible for your budget and mental peace, please message us - we'll figure out something that works for you.)

Are there any discounts? Yes! Not opting for the deposit? Use code ZOUKMOON-10 for 10% off any passes with workshops. 

Are you facing a hardship / are you a student / do you need some extra help? We wanna work with you! Email us so we can find a price that makes sense for us both.

A message from our founder, Verity Rose: "We genuinely strive to make our events equitable and financially accessible. We know a lot of folks are in a tough position right now, so please~ if you want to come to this event, heart-and-soul, but it's not within your financial means, message me directly or email me at [email protected] so we can find a way for you to join. Your presence matters ❤"

Not finding what you're looking for above? See this and more FAQ in our Welcome Packet! Also, our inbox is always open for your questions, thoughts, observations, concerns, feedback 📩 Email us [email protected] and we'll respond as quickly as we can 🤗 Otherwise, we'll see you on the dance floor in June (yes or yes???) 🥰 🌹

In English (see further below for Português)

Iago & Ninna are Brazilians, from Vitória-ES. They are Brazilian Zouk teachers, dancers and DJs, as well as event organizers such as IN Zouk Festival in Vitória-ES, and Portugal Brazilian Zouk Festival in Lisbon-PT. Both are official Jack and Jill judges from the Brazilian Zouk Dance Council (BZDC) and also competitors.

Iago began his dance journey at the age of 14 (2011) and in 2013 he became a teacher, starting his career. Ninna began her journey in 2015 and in 2018 she also started her career as a teacher.

They studied with great professionals such as Jaime Arôxa, Bruno Galhardo, Val & Vanessa, among others, improving dance and teaching techniques.

In 2022, Iago & Ninna made the partnership official and together they develop work around the world, teaching Brazilian Zouk through workshops and congress. They have already traveled to 16 countries carrying this art and have been present at major events in Europe, the United States and Brazil.

They are currently part of Val & Vanessa's Zouk Needs You (ZNY) team, focused on training and developing dance techniques and teaching Brazilian Zouk.

Em Português

Iago & Ninna são brasileiros, de Vitória-ES. São professores, dançarinos e Dj’s de Zouk Brasileiro além de organizadores de evento como IN Zouk Festival, em Vitória-ES, e Portugal Brazilian Zouk Festival, em Lisboa-PT. Ambos são jurados oficiais do Jack and Jill do Conselho de Zouk Brasileiro (BZDC) e também competidores.

Iago começou sua jornada na dança com 14 anos(2011) e em 2013 se tornou professor, iniciando então sua carreira. Ninna começou sua jornada em 2015 e em 2018 iniciou sua carreira também como professora.

Estudaram com grandes profissionais como Jaime Arôxa, Bruno Galhardo, Val & Vanessa, dentre outros, aprimorando técnicas de dança e de ensino.

Em 2022, Iago & Ninna oficializaram a parceria e juntos desenvolvem um trabalho pelo mundo, ensinando o Zouk Brasileiro através de workshops e congressos. Já passaram por 16 países levando essa arte e já estiveram presentes em grandes eventos na Europa, Estados Unidos e no Brasil.

Atualmente são parte da equipe Zouk Needs You(ZNY), de Val & Vanessa, focada em treinos e no desenvolvimento de técnicas de dança e de ensino do Zouk Brasileiro.

Verity Rose (she/her) started dancing at age 3 when she joined a friend’s tap/ballet class in Seattle, WA. Her passion for dance ignited instantly—so much so that she would eagerly ask her mom each morning, "Am I going to dance class today?" Dance has been her lifelong passion ever since.

In August 2021 she moved to Iowa City, and in April 2022 she founded V Rose Productions in order to bring Zouk events to the community. Since then, she has successfully hosted over 13 weekenders in Iowa City, Fairfield, Des Moines, Chicago, Omaha and Milwaukee. The profound joy and positive impact she's experienced from Brazilian Zouk drives her mission to share the art with as many people as possible across the Midwest and beyond through teaching and organizing community-, growth-, and heart-centric events.

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