Meetup for those who love the music & dances of the Afro-Lusophone & Afro-Francophone cultures, especially Kizomba, Kompa, Zouk, Semba, Tarraxinha, and more. We organize classes, dance workshops, parties, and dance socials with some of the best dancers and DJs in this city and the world.

This is a great group of people from all walks of life who know and love the art of hand dancing, or who would simply love to learn. The group participates in hand dance lessons, dance outings, road trips, etc.  Most activities are sponsored by the 7-Step Hand Dance Academy, including chapters throughout the metropolitan area.  This Meetup Group was started to encourage fun dancing events closer to home, and as an alternative to the tiresome DC commute and other hassles. Come try us out. We love …

This is a group for young women of African heritage, ages 20-30, to come together and get to know each other. I am 23 and a Nigerian American living in the Northern VA area and I want to make friends with other young women who grew up like me. Nigerians, Ghanaians, Sierra Leoneans, Cameroonians, Egyptians, Kenyans, Eritreans,South Africans, Ethiopians, Moroccans, Senegaleses, etc, everyone is welcome!!!This group is also for people who are not of African-descent and are interested in African cul …

Sisters On The Move! (Who We Are) An organization created to be an outlet for women empowering women and where sisters from all walks of life unite! To create a unique Sisterhood that will foster a sense of community and family. To celebrate our differences and to discover our similarities, to help heal, uplift, support and to encourage each other through community awareness and friendship. We are very committed to enhancing our quality of life. Our Purpose: Sisters On The Move is an organiza …

Myself Lee "El Gringuito" & my lovely dance partner Kat "La Gata" fell in love with Kizomba after first seeing it danced in Warsaw, Poland. After learning from some amazing Kizomba dancers, we knew we had to bring this dance to the United States. The slow seductive rhythm will change the way you feel about dancing. As we travel World wide we find people are migrating towards dances that have a "stronger connection." Kizomba is all about connection and sensuality and we can't wait to share it wit …

This group is for ladies who like to look good and have fun. No long description needed, it's just that simple. This group is for ladies who like to go out, shop, drink, look fabulous, dance, flirt, and TURN UP. This group is not for the stuck up, snob, artificial, drama queens!!! Anyone can join, anyone can suggest a meet up, and everyone will TURN UP!!!!!

Greetings, Sister-Friend! The Renaissance Women of Color (RWOC) represents a renewal, revival and rebirth of the spirit of womanhood, and the power of femininity among women of color. We are a 'social sisterhood' of Black/African-American, Hispanic, Latina, Asian, and all women of color who enjoy living life, and have PURPOSE and PASSION in addition to the roles that define us (wife, mother, CEO, PhD, etc.). Our first and most important role is that of a WOMAN, which we appreciate and celebrate …

This group is for the Sistas of the Lake Ridge and Woodbridge, VA area (or anyone else who wants to make the drive!). The group is geared toward all cultures and ethnicities that need motivation to exercise. Our goal is to celebrate the flavor and essence that Sistas share. Let's enhance ourselves by promoting and supporting each other in our efforts to lose weight and become healthy. Besides hitting the pavement or the gym with a buddy gives us more motivation to maintain our workouts and promo …

Ormes Temple is a Nonprofit 501c3 Spiritual Education Center: It is a temple without walls, of love and light, peace and joy that has its "Thrown Room" in the hearts of each of us! We have this meetup group to reach out to women and men who have a sincere desire to understand the true Integral teachings of Tantra Yoga, from the perspective of self healing, empowerment, awakening and enlightenment. There are several main areas of interest that our workshops, private sessions and coaching and free …

There are many groups for ladies of color in the Washington metropolitan area but few are originated in Western FFX County. This group is started to fill that gap. This is a social group for those who are celebrating life and looking for similarly inclined people. The vision of this group is try new things or revisits old things, go to new places or revisit old places, have lots of fun, meet great people, and create amazing memories. Members are expected to support each other and participate in …

Sisters On The Move! (Who We Are) An organization created to be an outlet for women empowering women and where sisters from all walks of life unite! To create a unique Sisterhood that will foster a sense of community and family. To celebrate our differences and to discover our similarities, to help heal, uplift, support and to encourage each other through community awareness and friendship. We are very committed to enhancing our quality of life. Our Purpose: Sisters On The Move is an organiza …

Dedicated to Conscious Dance and Movement happening in DC and Baltimore. Dance forms include but aren't limited to: Contact Improvisation 5 Rhythms Acro-Yoga Zumba African Taketina Journey Dance Biodanzia Belly Dancing

THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH BEING SINGLE...I LOVED IT, BUT WHEN I WAS SICK OF BEING SINGLE, I TOOK ACTION AND CHANGED "MY" BEHAVIOR. AS YOU CANNOT CONTROL THE PEOPLE YOUR DATING BUT YOU CAN CONTROL HOW "YOU" ENGAGE THE DATING PROCESS. HAVING STUDIED SOCIOLOGY AND HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN COLLEGE, I COMPLETED A SOCIOLOGICAL PROJECT ON DATING AT THE HEIGHT OF ON-LINE DATING CRAZE AND USED MYSELF AS THE SUBJECT. I APPROACHED ABOUT 45 MEN (ON LINE AND ORGANICALLY) AND WENT OUT WITH ABOUT 40 OF THEM IN ABOU …

Introducing the newest Zumba crew in the DMV!! The Zukossa Fitness team, lead by Janet Awokoya, infuses various Latin, African and Caribbean dance movements for an even greater, dynamic Zumba workout! Burn 400-1000 calories in one hour! For more information contact Janet Awokoya at: zukossafitness.com or zumbawithjanet@gmail.com Locations and Schedule Schweinhaut Center 1000 Forest Glen Road Silver Spring MD Tuesdays 7.30-8.30pm Thursdays 7.30-8.30pm Register at recweb.montgomerycountymd.gov The …

The group for those ambitious ladies that want it all, all at once. We're a social group dedicated to supporting and motivating each other to be the best that we can be! We organize group fitness sessions, nightlife & dance events throughout the city, job fairs, playdates, & etc.

Biodanza-Creative moves for kids is one hour expressive movement class that will allow your unique child with autism or aspergers to: 1. have fun! 2. increase his/her sensory motor and perceptual motor development, 3. improve his/her socialization and communication skills, 4. foster body awareness and nurture his/her personal self-concept. We go on a "journey" during every session that takes the children on an adventure through movement with little to no speaking involved and end the class by dr …