Private Tour
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Bomba is a traditional fast-paced rhythmic music and dance style created by African slaves in Puerto Rico over 400 years ago. This music and dance style originated in Loiza and was used as a form of communication between slaves. It is celebrated as a form of self and community expression today. The bomba dancer moves as she wishes, and the drummers follow her lead. Visitors will learn and participate in the rhythms of bomba and appreciate the freedom of the dance style. This activity is different than others because you directly learn from the local community. Sheila, our dance instructor, travels worldwide to showcase Bomba, and she is excited to continue the tradition with you.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bomba skirt/scarf
Lunch
Dinner
Gratuities
Private transportation
Sheila, the bomba dance instructor, has been teaching locals and tourists from all over the world bomba for over 11 years. In this one-hour dance workshop, Sheila will teach you the difference between Plena and Bomba and the various different rhythms of bomba and the dance styles to each rhythm. Afterwards, practice your new moves by participating in a solo dance within the batey.
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thaliae292,
Aug 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
We went to this with the Girl Scouts in California. It was a 4000 box prize and was worth it. Our instructor was amazing and super kind. She convinced girls who where scared to dance to try and even convinced the dads who came to dance and have fun.
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