Dance, International

Weekly tango classes for beginners up to advanced dancers.

World music, dance, fashion, food and fun spread over four areas: the Main Music Stage, the Mela World Dance Feste (newly established in 2012), the Mela Mix stage and the Kids Mela. The Mela Global Food Village is on hand to replenish your energy after taking in all the sights and sounds.

Glasgow Festival of Arabic Dance presents over 20 performances from solo and group dancers.

This brand new class will take you on a whirlwind journey across the African continent, exploring dance, movement and music that celebrate important chapters throughout human life: weddings, births, the all-important harvest, arrival of the rains and more. Come with comfortable clothing, lots of enthusiasm and get ready…

Learn to dance authentic Afro-Cuban dances such as Gag�, Vod� and Palo with Yamil Ferrera from Santiago de Cuba. In these general level classes you will learn how to dance to a number of key Afro-Cuban rhythms and Yamil will work on overall body movements and technique. No previous experience or partner required, just…

There's a taster session at 5pm to see if the tango is the dance for you, followed by a basics class at 6.15pm to learn a few steps. Keep your dancing shoes on for the Milonga at 8pm, a social dancing event for all abilities. Ages 18+.

New show from Flamenco dancer Jairo Barrull, based on his gypsy upbringing and his unique dance style.

One of Europe's oldest festivals, this annual eight day celebration features over 300 dancers, musicians, singers and craftsmen promoting their artistic work. In addition to the main concert programme there are street performances, dance and music workshops and a children's club.

Bollylicious takes you on a journey of dance, offering a unique blend of traditional Indian dance moves with a splash of hip-hop, free style, jazz, belly dance and others. Come in comfortable clothing and be prepared to sample diverse rhythms,wriggle your shoulders and swing your hips to this contagious fusion! Wear…

Cuban salsa class teaching the basics before progressing to more complicated techniques in the 'Improvers' course. Come alone or as a couple; wear comfortable clothes and clean shoes.

Cuban Salsa is a joyous expression of life and the feel-good factor in these classes is guaranteed! Gradually learning the basic steps and turns, you will learn how to move to fabulous Cuban rhythms and will soon be dancing elementary salsa routines with confidence. Wear well-fitting comfortable shoes, ladies with a…

The next steps for those who already have the basics, taught by former UK Salsa Champion Noel Hernandez-Roque.

This class follows on from the beginners class and all students must have taken at least one term of beginners Cuban salsa or be able to dance the basic Cuban style salsa moves with confidence in order to join this level. Wear well-fitting comfortable shoes, ladies with a small heel. Booking is essential.

Held bi-annually, this event brings together dance groups from Belgium, Switzerland and France with those from Scotland to participate in an exchange of folk dance styles in a series of workshops and performances.

Bringing world-class arts to the capital since 1947, the EIF sets the standard for classical concerts, opera, dance and theatre, with performers drawn from around the world. Among this year's many highlights, curated on a theme of art and technology, are Scottish Ballet's Dance Odysseys, Beethoven's Fidelio rocketed into…

Introducing basic Flamenco techniques and choreography. This is an energetic, no-frills class designed to build a strong foundation in essential Flamenco skills and develop understanding of the intricate Compas (rhythms) and expression at the heart of undiluted Flamenco. Prepare to dig deep. Wear comfortable loose…

An invigorating class for those who have mastered the basics of Flamenco and are ready for the next challenge. This class will broaden and refine technical skills while also exploring the emotional intensity of Flamenco dance through extended co-ordinated sequences and authentic choreography. Wear comfortable loose…

This is the perfect way to start your week. An early lunchtime class with Yamil Ferrera from Cuba showing you how to dance salsa, chachacha and merengue to the smooth sounds of Latin music. No partner required, just a sense of fun and a ‘can-do’ approach to dance. Fun and friendly! Wear well-fitting…

In this course, you will experience a combination of Indian classical dance routines. Dance Ihayamiwill take you on a journey of stylized hand gestures, theatrical facial expressions, intricate footwork and complicated rhythms and counter rhythms, to visualize poetry, mythology and universal themes. The dance moves are…

Fitness dance class inspired by Bollywood and mixing Indian dance with hip hop, street and jazz. Ages 16+.